Our Head of Operations & People, Jo Lloyd, has been featured on the Manufacturing Leaders podcast with Mark Bracknell of Theo James Recruitment.
In the episode, titled How Authenticity Drives Operational Excellence in Industry, Jo reflects on her 12 year journey at The Expanded Metal Company, from joining as an administrative temp to becoming part of the senior leadership team.
She talks openly about how leadership in manufacturing has changed in recent years, with a stronger focus on authenticity, emotional intelligence, and putting people first. Jo explains how collaboration has replaced hierarchy within our business, why cross-training helps build more resilient teams, and how challenges can be used as fuel for progress rather than barriers.
The conversation also explores the importance of diversity and new ways of thinking, as well as how engaging with schools and local communities can help inspire the next generation of talent and change perceptions of careers in manufacturing.
Jo’s perspective on leadership is clear:
It’s an inspiring listen for anyone interested in leadership, people, and the future of manufacturing.
Listen to the full episode on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
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