Hardware Podcasts

298: Exploring Massachusetts' Aerospace & Defense Industry, LIVE in Canton, MA

Manufacturing Happy Hour · 11 Aug 2026 · 41m

What this episode covers

Megan Glidden of Web Industries, Michael Tamasi of AccuRounds, and Joe McCadden of Globe Composite Solutions discuss the strategic advantages of Massachusetts' aerospace and defense manufacturing ecosystem. The panel highlights the critical workforce shortage in the submarine industrial base, which requires 100,000 people over the next decade, and explores local talent pipelines including the uniquely able academy for adults on the autism spectrum and trade school partnerships. They also cover Web Industries' employee ownership model, which drives retention and continuous improvement, and AccuRounds' use of state grants to fund automation and digital transformation.

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established companies

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Companies
Web Industries, AccuRounds, Globe Composite Solutions
Products
USS Massachusetts
Tools
Harmoni
Also
Shield, Massachusetts Manufacturing Accelerator Program, Uniquely Able Academy

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