IMTS+ Creators Lounge

Brought to you by the IMTS, Industrial Studio teams, and MSC, the IMTS+ Creators Lounge is an invitation-only live studio. Located in the South Building, six industrial influencers will interview industry leaders and brands to amplify quality manufacturing stories with the IMTS audience.
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Meet Our Influencers

In addition to the loyal IMTS audience, the assembled 2024 Creators Lounge on-camera team – with over 125,000 combined followers – will be bringing their loyal following to the conversation. Each individual is fully committed to advancing manufacturing, providing their unbiased perspective, and making sure the interview engages their fans.

Meaghan Ziemba

Meaghan Ziemba is an industrial tech writer and marketer for industrial manufacturers with a B.A. and M.A. in Professional and Technical Writing from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Since 2008, she has written for the manufacturing sector. She also hosts “Mavens of Manufacturing,” a series promoting women in the industry. Meaghan is a mother of three who enjoys cooking, CrossFit, and a good coffee or whiskey. With 13,000 followers across six channels, Meaghan is a top voice for: Women in Manufacturing, Inspiring the Next Generation, and Advancing Technology.

Nikki Gonzales

Nikki Gonzales is the Head of Partnerships for digital procurement platform Quotebeam, and the organizer of OT SCADA CON, a grassroots community conference for Industrial Automation practitioners. She co-hosts the popular podcast “Automation Ladies” and advises several companies from engineering firms to startups through her work as a board member and advisor. When Nikki isn't drinking too much coffee and thinking about automation, she likes to brew kombucha and hang out with her family by the pool. With 38,678 followers across three channels, Nikki is a top voice for: Automation, Digital Technologies, and Artificial Intelligence.

Chris Luecke

Chris Luecke is a Pocaster, Marketer, and Content Creator in the manufacturing industry and the host of the top-ranked podcast Manufacturing Happy Hour. Described as “TEDx meets ‘How It's Made,’” Manufacturing Happy Hour goes beyond the buzzwords and dissects real-life applications and success stories through candid interviews with executives, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. To date, Chris has interviewed over 200 leaders in the industrial sector in an effort to simplify and explore the latest trends and technologies impacting modern manufacturers. With 28,000 followers across five channels, Chris is a top voice for: Manufacturing Trends, Automation, and MFG Marketing.

Drew Crowe

Drew Crowe is catalyzing an American industrial renaissance, as the manufacturing world's version of both Reed Richards & Nipsey Hussle. From ex-felon to White House advisor, TV host to curriculum innovator, Shop floor to Professor, Drew is redefining manufacturing for the 21st century. His American Manufacturing Renaissance Tour & Culturally Relevant Manufacturing Content are turning blue-collar into blockbuster, while his unique insights are bridging the skills gap. With 32,862 followers across six channels, Drew is a top voice for: MFG Education, Metalworking, and Aerospace.

Amy Seymour

Amy Seymour is the Owner and Chief Technology Officer of Interactive Training Services, located in Fenton, MI. After spending nearly a decade on the manufacturing floor in various capacities, Amy's mission now is to support and bring solutions to the people who operate and maintain our manufacturing facilities. Amy is an advocate for working mothers, and parents, in all industries, a dedicated wife, and a loveing mother of 3 young, bright, and beautiful childrend ages 4, 7, and 13. She sheds light on life as a working mom on her podcast, The Mother Load. Her greatest advice to navigate this world is to just be real and be you. With 2,100 followers across three channels, Amy is a top voice for: Sustainable Innovation, Team Building, and Workforce Development.

Jim Mayer

Jim Mayer is a dynamic content creator and business coach in the manufacturing industry, known for his authentic and energetic approach. He hosts the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, where he highlights the stories of people and companies driving cultural change and innovation in the industry. Jim's work showcases how manufacturing can positively impact local communities and create sustainable career paths. With 11,970 followers across five channels, Jim is a top voice for: Leadership in manufacturing, Metalworking, and Workforce.

The IMTS+ Technology Hubs, brought to you by Hexagon and Google Cloud, will showcase industry influencers and manufacturing stories from the IMTS Show Floor. Four hubs, one in each building, will highlight a specific technology.

Recorded highlights from the Creators Lounge interviews will be broadcasted across the four IMTS+ Technology Hubs in the North, South, East, and West buildings:

Between the highlighted clips, sponsor logos will be presented on screen while visitors take breaks from the show floor.

About INDUSTRIAL STUDIOS

A brand's connection with its audience is deeply personal. Our visual storytelling expertise helps industrial brands break through the noise by creating video content and experiences that makes an impact on an emotional level. In addition to being the production team behind the IMTS Creators Lounge, and other unique manufacturing trade show activations, the eclectic group of creative professionals at INDUSTRIAL STUDIOS also proudly write and produce several branded entertainment shows for MSC Industrial Supply, including “How To”, “Tooling Up”, and “Quick Tips”. If You need a collaborative and creative partner that understands your business, a company that can inspire and guide you through the process, consider partnering with INDUSTRIAL STUDIOS – our commitment is to never do what has already been done.