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Power the Network

CLEAVES-BESSMER-MARIETTI, INC.

Hosted by CBM"s own Vice President of Broadband, Tim Locker, Power the Network is bringing industry leaders to your feed every other week. One minute, you"ll dive deep into products and innovative new processes. The next minute, you"ll be learning timeless principles to equip you in your career. At CBM, we are powered by ownership, and we"re bringing the same energy into podcasting with Power the Network.

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39:25

He Went from Building a Bar to a Top Salesmen |...

Power the Network ·

2024/04/25

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contactIn this episode of Power the Network, we interview Richard Durfee, an account manager at CBM who has been with the company for nearly 9 years. Richard shares how he got into the industry, transitioning from construction work into sales, which initially made him apprehensive. He credits his mentors like Brett Cooper for helping guide him, as well as his coworkers who he can call on for assistance. Richard discusses the importance of

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42:29

The Fight Against Digital Inequities in Kansas | Jade...

Power the Network ·

2024/04/11

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contactIn this episode, Tim Locker interviews Jade Piros de Carvalho, director of the Kansas Office of Broadband Development. They discuss Jade's background and how she entered the broadband industry, coming from a marketing and communications role. She highlights the importance of broadband access as an "opportunity equalizer", especially in rural areas, and how the pandemic shed light on digital inequities.‍ Jade provides an overview of

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45:33

What is the Bathtub Curve and How Can We Prevent...

Power the Network ·

2024/03/28

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contactIn this episode, Damien Robinson provides an insightful look at testing and diagnostics for utility networks. He shares valuable perspectives on making the transition into management and building a customer-focused, collaborative culture. Manufacturers and reps can learn a great deal from his experiences to strengthen partnerships and better serve customers together. If you've enjoyed this conversation, leave a comment and subscribe

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42:28

Without this Company the World Would be a Dark Place...

Power the Network ·

2024/03/14

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contactIn this episode of Power the Network, host Tim Locker interviews Shawn Tafoya, a regional sales manager at Acuity Lighting, about the lighting industry and Acuity's solutions. They discuss the importance of lighting and how Acuity provides solutions across many sectors from residential to utilities. Shawn explains the benefits of transitioning to LED lighting, including 50% energy savings and reduced maintenance costs. He outlines

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17:57

Jason Johns of Gateway Fiber Pt 2 | Power the Network...

Power the Network ·

2024/02/29

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contactThis is part two of Tim Locker's interview with Jason Johns, VP of Construction at Gateway Fiber. In this episode, Jason emphasizes the importance of transparency and honesty when dealing with partners and customers. He notes that finding the right employees who fit the company culture is more important than technical skills. Training field technicians to provide good customer service is critical since they represent the company directly to

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19:34

Jason Johns of Gateway Fiber | Ep 8

Power the Network ·

2024/02/15

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contactIn this episode of Power the Network, host Tim Locker interviews Jason Johns, Vice President of Construction at Gateway Fiber. Jason has over 22 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. He previously worked at Centurylink for 22 years before making the switch to Gateway Fiber about a year ago. Jason was attracted to Gateway Fiber because it is a smaller, growth-focused company with an aggressive build forecast. If you've

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31:12

Heather Sethi of nVent Hoffman | Ep 7

Power the Network ·

2024/02/01

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contact In this episode of Power the Network, host Tim Locker interviews Heather Sethi Director of Channel for nVent Hoffman. They discuss nVent Hoffman's products, market strategy, and Heather's perspective on women in leadership roles. Heather provides an overview of nVent Hoffman, explaining that they are the global leader in electrical enclosures that connect, support and protect customer systems where failure costs are high. She emphasizes

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21:31

Chris Kurtz of CBM Pt 2 | Ep 6

Power the Network ·

2024/01/18

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contact In this episode, Tim Locker and guest Chris Kurtz talk about changes and new technologies in the power utility industry. They talked about distributed energy resource management systems (DERMS), which help utilities manage multiple power generation sources like solar, wind, and traditional plants. DERMS determine the most cost-effective source at any time. They discussed how mergers help utilities achieve economies of scale in

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22:38

Chris Kurtz of CBM | Ep 5

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2024/01/04

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contact Tim Locker interviews Chris Kurtz, a utility industry veteran who recently joined CBM, about trends and changes in the electric utility industry. They discuss the value of technical degrees versus hands-on experience for new utility workers, the transition away from coal towards renewable energy sources like wind and solar, and the challenges of implementing new technologies like electric vehicles, which require upgrades to the power

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39:15

David Johnson Jr of Dura-Line | Ep 4

Power the Network ·

2023/12/14

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contact David Johnson from Dura-Line discussed MicroDuct technology and its benefits for fiber optic network builds. He explained how MicroDuct allows for high fiber count pathways while taking up less space than traditional conduit. It provides a scalable solution as additional microducts can be added in the future as needed. Dura-Line provides training through their Dura-Line Academy to install and utilize this technology properly. They partner

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36:05

John Kim of EnerSys | Ep 3

Power the Network ·

2023/11/30

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contact In this episode of Power the Network, host Tim Locker interviews John Kim, a battery expert with over 30 years of experience. They discuss the basics of how batteries work, the history of battery technology, lead acid vs lithium-ion batteries, and trends in the utility industry like electric vehicles and distributed energy resources (DERs). John provides perspective on the reliability and recyclability of lead acid batteries compared to

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23:26

Dan Levac of PLP Pt 2 | Ep 2

Power the Network ·

2023/11/16

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contact In this episode, we sit down with Dan Levac, Senior New Business Development Manager at Preformed Line Products (PLP), to discuss what's happening in the broadband industry today. Dan walks us through the challenges the industry is facing and how PLP is strategizing for the next generation. Levac also shares incredible principles for any career, regardless of the industry. If you've enjoyed this conversation, leave a review and subscribe so

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24:39

Dan Levac of PLP | Ep 1

Power the Network ·

2023/11/02

For more information, connect with us at cbmrep.com/contact In this episode, we sit down with Dan Levac, Senior New Business Development Manager at Preformed Line Products (PLP), to discuss what's happening in the broadband industry today. Dan walks us through the challenges the industry is facing and how PLP is strategizing for the next generation. Levac also shares incredible principles for any career, regardless of the industry. If you've enjoyed this conversation, leave a review and subscribe so

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