Westbound Podcast by OERTZENGroup (Matthias Oertzen)
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| 21 Dec 2022 | Welcome to WESTBOUND Podcast | 00:01:52 | |
Welcome to the Westbound podcast! Your host, Matthias Oertzen is the Founder and Managing Director of the OERTZENGroup, an international Executive Search and Professional Recruitment firm based in Atlanta, Georgia. Through discussions with European leaders and subject matter experts from different industries, you will learn about their experience trying to establish a footprint on this continent. From topics such as site selection, manufacturing trends to recruitment and retention, we will discuss it all. New episodes will drop monthly on the most popular podcast channels as well as a full video recording here on YouTube. | |||
| 17 Jan 2023 | 01 - With Uwe Scharfy, CEO of Baumer of America | 01:39:11 | |
From the Siegerland Region in Germany to Tampa , Florida, join us for a great conversation with Uwe Scharfy of Baumer of America. Baumer of America is the world leader in special machines and systems for the foam cutting industry. Here are a few things we covered in today’s podcast episode: • BAUMER of America | Relocation | Taxes • The manufacturing industry • General differences between Germany and the U.S. • European employees in the U.S. | Expats • Customers and Customer Support in the U.S. • Employee benefits and PEO | Germany compared to the U.S. • Opportunities and Risks | Growth | HR If you are enjoying the podcast, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! New episodes will drop monthly on the most popular podcast channels as well as a full video recording on YouTube. | |||
| 28 Mar 2023 | 02 – With Florin Felesco, VP of Human Resources at OTR Wheel Engineering, Inc. | 00:55:01 | |
Join us for a great conversation with Florin Felesco. He is the Vice President of Human Resources at OTR Wheel Engineering, Inc. OTR Wheel Engineering is a global leader in designing and manufacturing innovative off-the-road mobility solutions for well-known OEMs and the aftermarket. Some of the topics include: • OTR Wheel Engineering, Inc • International Manufacturers • Staffing in Human Resource Management • Recruitment companies and agencies • Turnover in organizations • Working with ex-pats • Greenfield / Brownfield If you are enjoying the podcast, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! New episodes will drop monthly on the most popular podcast channels as well as a full video recording
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| 02 May 2023 | 03 – How to manage intercultural differences and diversity in the workplace – with Anke Jahn, President of Mind your Culture, LLC | 01:01:02 | |
Get ready for our third Westbound Podcast Episode where our host, @Matthias Oertzen is engaged in a compelling conversation about @Anke Jahn’s unique personal story and her journey to become the president of Mind Your Culture.
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Show Notes: #Podcast #Westbound #internationalrecruitment #executivesearch #professionalrecruitment | |||
| 13 Jun 2023 | 04 - With Scott Chahalis, President of Blickle USA | 00:57:31 | |
In the fourth episode of the Westbound Podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of wheels and casters with industry expert @ScottChahalis, President of @Blickle U.S.A Wheels and Casters Inc. Join your host @Matthias Oertzen and learn about the various types of wheels and casters, their unique features, and Blickle’s Value Proposition. Get more insights about business cultures and growth strategies in Europe vs. the U.S.! Some of the Episode’s topics include:
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Show Notes: Website – Blickle: https://www.blickle.us/en-us LinkedIn – Blickle: https://www.linkedin.com/company/blickle-u-s-a-wheels-and-casters-inc-/ Facebook – Blickle: https://www.facebook.com/BlickleUSA/ YouTube – Blickle: https://www.youtube.com/@BlickleGERMANY Instagram – Blickle: https://www.instagram.com/blickle_usa/?hl=en
#Podcast #Westbound #internationalrecruitment #executivesearch #professionalrecruitment #OERTZENGroup #BlickleUSA #scottchahalis #wheelsandcasters 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - Guest Introduction – Scott Chahalis 10:30 - Working for Blickle USA 15:15 - Blickle’s Value Proposition 20:14 - Company growths and strategies – Europe vs. the U.S. 27:50 - Price Sensitivity 32:00 - German vs. American business culture 39:00 - Hiring process at Blickle USA 44:08 - The future of Blickle USA 51:15 - Global Markets 55:35 - Digital presence - Blickle USA
Sponsored By: #OERTZENGroup: https://oertzengroup.com Credits: Host: Matthias Oertzen Producer: Camille Grant Recording & Editing: @noiseaudio_ | |||
| 18 Jul 2023 | 05 – With Sebastian Zelger, President of Liqui Moly USA | 01:02:15 | |
We are thrilled to announce the fifth Westbound Podcast episode! Your host, @Matthias Oertzen interviews
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New episodes will drop monthly on the most popular podcast channels as well as a full video recording on Show Notes: Sponsored By: OERTZENGroup: https://oertzengroup.com Credits: Host: Matthias Oertzen Producer: Camille Grant Recording & Editing: @noiseaudio_ | |||
| 22 Aug 2023 | 06 – With Markus Keller, President of Murrelektronik Inc. | 00:55:58 | |
We are extremely excited to unveil the sixth episode of the Westbound Podcast! Your host, @Matthias Oertzen interviews @Markus Keller, the President of @Murrelektronik. Murrelektronik Inc. is a global leader in the development, manufacture, and distribution of automation solutions. Their products can be divided into four core lines: Power Supplies and Control, Interfaces, Cables/Connectors, and IO Systems. Come join us as we explore Murrelektronik's remarkable growth strategies and the challenges they encountered on their journey, spanning nearly 50 years. Some of the Episode’s topics include:
Stay tuned for more podcast episodes here: https://westbound-podcast.castos.com/ Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westboundpodcast If you are enjoying the podcast, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! New episodes will drop monthly on the most popular podcast channels as well as a full video recording on YouTube.
Show Notes: Website – Murrelektronik: www.murrelektronik.com LinkedIn – Murrelektronik: https://www.linkedin.com/company/murrelektronik/ Facebook – Murrelektronik: https://www.facebook.com/Murrelektronikworldwide/likes YouTube – Murrelektronik: https://www.youtube.com/user/murrelektronik Instagram – Murrelektronik: https://www.instagram.com/murrelektronik/?hl=en LinkedIn – Markus Keller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markuskellermeinc/
Sponsored By: OERTZENGroup: https://oertzengroup.com Credits: Host: Matthias Oertzen Producer: Camille Grant Recording & Editing: @noiseaudio_
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| 16 Nov 2023 | 07 - Hendrik Dullinger, Vice President of Business Development at EFS-plastics Inc. | 00:57:51 | |
We're thrilled to introduce the seventh episode of the Westbound Podcast! Your host, @Matthias Oertzen interviews @Hendrik Dullinger, the VP of Business Development at @EFSPlastics Inc. @EFS-plastics Inc., also known as Environmentally Friendly Solutions, was established in 2007, and brings over 25 years of expertise in recycling post-consumer plastics between Germany and Canada. Join us on a journey to uncover Hendrik's experience in the plastics recycling sector and delve into global recycling processes! Some of the Episode’s topics include:
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Show Notes: Website – EFS-plastics Inc. – https://www.efs-plastics.ca/ LinkedIn – EFS-plastics Inc. – https://www.linkedin.com/company/efs-plastics/about/ Facebook – EFS-plastics Inc. – https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=991062171070530&_rdr LinkedIn – Hendrik Dullinger – https://www.linkedin.com/in/hdullinger
Sponsored By: OERTZENGroup: https://oertzengroup.com Credits: Host: Matthias Oertzen Producer: Camille Grant Recording & Editing: @noiseaudio_ | |||
| 13 Dec 2023 | 08 Westbound Podcast – With Martina Stellmaszek & Juliana Caspari, Co-Founder of mesh moms | 00:45:03 | |
We're delighted to release the eighth episode of the Westbound Podcast! Your host, @Matthias Oertzen interviews @Martina Stellmaszek and @Juliana Caspari, the Co-Founders of @mesh moms. @mesh moms is a mother's; club that supports families in the Atlanta area through the wonderful - and wonderfully challenging years of early childhood. Join us for valuable insights on starting a business in the United States. This episode is particularly interesting to spouses of expats as we dive into the topics of motherhood in the U.S. vs. in Europe. We trust that this episode will be valuable not only to our regular listeners but also to their partners and wives without whom successful expatriation would not be possible. Some of the Episode’s topics include:
Sign up for our new Westbound Podcast Newsletter here: https://share.hsforms.com/17KfE38axSU6lgZmZiVzY4w8nkmq Stay tuned for more podcast episodes here: https://westbound-podcast.castos.com/ Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westboundpodcast If you are enjoying the podcast, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! New episodes will drop monthly on the most popular podcast channels as well as a full video recording on YouTube. Show Notes: Website – https://meshmoms.com/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/meshmoms/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/meshmomsclub/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/meshmoms/ #Podcast #Westbound #Westboundpodcast #internationalrecruitment #executivesearch #professionalrecruitment #OERTZENGroup #meshmoms #MartinaStellmaszek #JulianaCaspari 00:00 – Intro 00:49 – Guests Introduction - Martina Stellmaszek & Juliana Caspari 05:15 – Introduction of mesh moms 12:23 – mesh moms – The Business Model 17:43 – mesh moms – Company Establishment 20:44 – mesh moms – Benefits, Pricing, Philosophy 28:45 – Company Establishment - Challenges & Opportunities 32:30 – Exploring Contrasts: Motherhood in Europe vs. the U.S. 37:47 – Expat Experience: Relocating from Europe to the U.S. 43:44 – mesh moms – Digital Presence | |||
| 23 Jan 2024 | 09 Westbound Podcast – With Gerhard Schneiders, Partner at Rödl & Partner | 01:17:41 | |
We are delighted to present the ninth episode of the Westbound Podcast! Join our host, @Matthias Oertzen, in a compelling discussion with our podcast guest, @Gerhard Schneiders, partner at @RödlandPartnerUSA. Rödl & Partner is a leading global professional services firm, providing integrated audit, legal, tax and business consulting solutions from its 107 wholly owned subsidiaries in 50 countries. Delve into the world of taxes, accounting, site selection, and M&A, as we navigate through Gerhard's professional journey. This episode provides valuable perspectives on these varied fields and beyond. Some of the Episode’s topics include:
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00:00 – Intro 01:12 – Guest introduction – Gerhard Schneiders 05:20 – Advancing in the Tax Profession: Germany vs. the U.S. 09:03 – Career Path - Gerhard Schneiders 14:15 – Company introduction - Rödl & Partner 23:27 - Educational differences – Germany vs. the U.S. 27:06 – Primary customers - Rödl & Partner 33:57 - Employment Terms 37:35 – Gerhard Schneiders' Professional Position - Role at Rödl & Partner 41:20 – Business niches in the U.S. - Rödl & Partner 58:10 – International clientele - Rödl & Partner 1:04:55 – Misconceptions around Accounting & Taxes 1:15:44 – Digital Presence - Rödl & Partner USA | |||
| 28 Mar 2024 | 10 Westbound Podcast – With Winston Ziegler, Head of Sales at Liebherr Group | 01:09:17 | |
We are thrilled to share the 10th episode of the Westbound Podcast! Come along as our host @Matthias Oertzen introduces our Austrian/American guest, @Winston Ziegler, who serves as the Head of Sales for Maritime Cranes in the USA, Central America, and the Caribbean at @LiebherrGroup.
The Liebherr Group is a globally renowned company known for its innovative engineering solutions and diverse portfolio of products and services across various industries. Join us as we offer a deep dive into the fascinating world of Maritime Cranes and Winston’s remarkable 15-year career journey within the Liebherr Group. Some of the Episode’s topics include:
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| 25 Apr 2024 | 11 Westbound Podcast – With Tobias Sternbeck, CEO of the Beaver Paper Group | 00:48:13 | |
We are thrilled to share the 11th episode of the Westbound Podcast! Join us as our host @Matthias Oertzen presents our German guest, Tobias Sternbeck, the CEO of @BeaverPaper Group. Tobias, a Berlin native, has a rich background having lived and worked in Germany, Switzerland, Japan, Singapore, and the United States. He has devoted his career to the printing industry, specializing in fabric and UV printing solutions. Beaver Paper, part of Koehler Group, is a global leader in sublimation paper, tissue, and graphic fabrics for digital printing, with 40 years of experience. Come along as we delve into Beaver's history and products, along with Tobias's remarkable journey in the textile industry across multiple countries. Some of the Episode’s topics include:
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00:00 – Intro 02:00 – Guest introduction – Tobias Sternbeck 08:00 – Company introduction - Beaver Paper 12:42 – Company history and Products - Beaver Paper 17:35 – Fabric technologies - Beaver Paper 19:57 – Navigating cultural differences (the U.S., Europe, and Asia) 24:30 – Flat hierarchical structures: U.S. vs. Europe 26:09 - Textile Industry Trends (Digitalization & Sustainability) 32:32 – Subsidiary vs. Parent Company: Challenges & Differences 35:12 – Relocating to the U.S. 41:42 – Product Niches | Beaver Paper 46:20 – German/Korean Food channel – K1tchenstory 47:35 - Digital Presence – Beaver Paper
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| 18 Jun 2024 | 12 Westbound Podcast – With Robert Haag and Mike Breen from Insperity | 01:11:11 | |
We are thrilled to share the 12th episode of the Westbound Podcast! In this special episode, @Matthias Oertzen dives into the world of Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) with industry experts @Michael Breen and @Robert Haag. This episode is packed with insights about Insperity, a leading PEO firm, and why companies should consider partnering with one. Insperity was founded in 1986, has grown to over 90 offices throughout the U.S., and has more than 4,000 corporate employees. Michael and Robert serve as Business Performance Advisors at Insperity. Join us for an in-depth discussion that uncovers the many facets and benefits of PEOs, helping you understand how they can help you grow your business in the U.S.
Some of the Episode’s topics include: Insperity's Journey: Learn about the founding and growth of Insperity. Understanding PEOs: What is a PEO and why do you need one? Steps for Startups: Essential steps to take as a Startup or when launching a subsidiary in the U.S. Benefits of Using a PEO: Discover the advantages of a PEO, including healthcare systems, buying power and pricing, software solutions, individual plans, payroll, 401K plans, risk management, long-term and short-term disability packages, handbooks, W2s, and much more. ✅ Employment Practices: Exploring recruitment, termination, and at-will employment.
#Podcast #Westbound #Westboundpodcast #internationalrecruitment #executivesearch #professionalrecruitment #OERTZENGroup #RobertHaag #MikeBreen #Insperity
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