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Factory of the Future Podcast

Factory of the Future Podcast

By: AW Schultz & Alexandria Burek
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Welcome to Factory of the Future brought to you by AW Schultz and Alexandria Burek.

This podcast aims to bring the future to factories today.

AW has set out to pioneer the next industrial revolution--Industry 5.0--and Alexandria aims to empower women in predominately male dominated industries.

Together, they bring unique individual flair and practical life experiences that will challenge leaders to move towards a more sustainable future.

You can expect to learn from the past to create transformational change across all levels of your organization. This podcast is rich in case studies and life stories from the factory floor.

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Episodes
  • **Special Episode** #52: Batteries, Breakthroughs & Bold Leadership with Asma Sharafi

    **Special Episode** #52: Batteries, Breakthroughs & Bold Leadership with Asma Sharafi
    Dec 17 2025

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    Welcome to Factory of the Future, E52, Batteries, Breakthroughs & Bold Leadership with Dr. Asma Sharafi

    Join us as we discuss:

    - Dr. Asma Sharafi’s career in advanced battery technology

    - The importance of clarity, cadence, and context in leadership

    - Why mentorship is the ultimate catalyst for career growth

    And so much more.


    Register Now for our Upcoming Industry 4.0 Workshop - Spots are limited!

    Connect with A.W. Schultz

    Email: aw@awschultz.org

    Personal Website: https://www.awschultz.org/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/awschultz/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awschultz_Industry5.0/featured

    X: https://twitter.com/visual_controls

    A.W’s Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKcBb6hGFjk


    Connect with Alexandria Burek
    Cell Phone: 708-262-2648

    Email: alexandria@vigorinvestments.co

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandriaburek1992

    Instagram: @unapologeticallyalexandria

    Threads: @unapologeticallyalexandria


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    49 mins
  • #51:The Green Haze of Greenwashing

    #51:The Green Haze of Greenwashing
    Dec 11 2025

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    Alexandria and A.W. Schultz explored the fundamental aspects of sustainability and how companies approach environmental responsibility, including discussions about greenwashing and misleading sustainability claims. They examined specific examples of corporate environmental deception and proposed radical ideas for improving sustainability practices, particularly regarding plastic production and recycling challenges. The team concluded by discussing the potential impact of their upcoming content on corporate guests and considered inviting representatives from mentioned companies to provide individual perspectives on sustainability.

    Welcome to Factory of the Future, E50, The Failure of Bringing Tech before the People

    Join us as we discuss:

    - The overwhelming number of technology solutions available to organizations

    - Why you should leverage the tech you have vs shopping for the new shiny solution

    - The importance of integrating technology

    - The future tech becoming niche specific vs broadly applicable

    And so much more.


    Register Now for our Upcoming Industry 4.0 Workshop - Spots are limited!

    Connect with A.W. Schultz

    Email: aw@awschultz.org

    Personal Website: https://www.awschultz.org/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/awschultz/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awschultz_Industry5.0/featured

    X: https://twitter.com/visual_controls

    A.W’s Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKcBb6hGFjk


    Connect with Alexandria Burek
    Cell Phone: 708-262-2648



    Register Now for our Upcoming Industry 4.0 Workshop - Spots are limited!

    Connect with A.W. Schultz

    Email: aw@awschultz.org

    Personal Website: https://www.awschultz.org/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/awschultz/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awschultz_Industry5.0/featured

    X: https://twitter.com/visual_controls

    A.W’s Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKcBb6hGFjk


    Connect with Alexandria Burek
    Cell Phone: 708-262-2648

    Email: alexandria@vigorinvestments.co

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandriaburek1992

    Instagram: @unapologeticallyalexandria

    Threads: @unapologeticallyalexandria


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    24 mins
  • #50: The Failure of Bringing Tech before the People

    #50: The Failure of Bringing Tech before the People
    Nov 18 2025

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    Welcome to Factory of the Future, E50, The Failure of Bringing Tech before the People

    Join us as we discuss:

    - The overwhelming number of technology solutions available to organizations

    - Why you should leverage the tech you have vs shopping for the new shiny solution

    - The importance of integrating technology

    - The future tech becoming niche specific vs broadly applicable

    And so much more.


    Register Now for our Upcoming Industry 4.0 Workshop - Spots are limited!

    Connect with A.W. Schultz

    Email: aw@awschultz.org

    Personal Website: https://www.awschultz.org/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/awschultz/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awschultz_Industry5.0/featured

    X: https://twitter.com/visual_controls

    A.W’s Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKcBb6hGFjk


    Connect with Alexandria Burek
    Cell Phone: 708-262-2648

    Email: alexandria@vigorinvestments.co

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandriaburek1992

    Instagram: @unapologeticallyalexandria

    Threads: @unapologeticallyalexandria


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    22 mins
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