OMI Mfg Tomorrow Podcast – featuring Chuck Ridgeway and Kathryn Kelley.

OMI (Ohio Manufacturing Institute) is a part of the College of Engineering at The Ohio State University.

Key Topics We Explore
* What inspired Horner Automation to create the Academic Program and how it aligns with their mission
* What’s included in the Horner Academic Starter Kit—and why it’s a game-changer for hands-on learning
* How the program helps overcome traditional educational bottlenecks, especially in labs with limited equipment
* How the program supports the workforce pipeline for automation and controls careers
* Where industry fits in automation and robotics education, from K–12 to college
* Opportunities for partnerships among Horner, educators, and workforce development groups

You can also watch the podcast on YouTube