Belt Friends by Empire Rubber

In this special episode, Jackie Robb Britt, Chief Executive Officer of Rubber & Accessories, Inc. and 2008 NIBA President, joins Casey Hutchinson, President of Empire Rubber & Supply Company, for a personal and professional deep dive.Jackie shares about her upbringing, family, and education, along with the work she did before entering the belting industry. She reflects on what ultimately led her to join the family business and gives us a look into Rubber & Accessories—the markets they serve and what makes the company unique.We’ll also hear Jackie’s thoughts on what she finds most rewarding about her work, as well as her involvement with NIBA. As the first female President of NIBA and the first second-generation President, Jackie offers an inspiring perspective on leadership, progress, and legacy.Outside of the professional world, Jackie opens up about what she enjoys for fun, the best advice she’s ever received and offered, and some of the hardest lessons she’s faced.From family roots to industry leadership, Jackie’s story offers a powerful and personal look at a career built on resilience, dedication, and trailblazing achievements.Links:www.empirerubber.comwww.newwavemediapdx.comListen on other platforms:Apple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber/id1755792035Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/24yhT2Ap7X9ntNfkINxHq8?si=f0c65a666b324e13iheart radiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-belt-friends-by-empire-rub-165196400/Pandorahttps://pandora.app.link/UHkjzXM2JIbAmazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f57694ed-3adf-4f6e-b372-46737d0babd1/belt-friends-by-empire-rubberRSShttps://rss.com/podcasts/beltfriends/Podcast Indexhttps://podcastindex.org/podcast/6865600Listen Noteshttps://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber-empire-rubber-KhQ8SZAXeTD/

In this special episode, Don Garner, Owner and CEO of Nashville Rubber & Gasket Co. and 2010 NIBA President, joins Casey Hutchinson, President of Empire Rubber & Supply Company, for a personal and professional deep dive.Don shares about his upbringing, family, and education, along with the work he did before stepping into the belting industry. He reflects on what first drew him to the industry, the history of Nashville Rubber and when it was founded, and how the company has grown over the years. Beyond Nashville Rubber, Don opens up about the other businesses he’s built, giving us a full picture of his entrepreneurial journey.We also hear about Don’s involvement with NIBA—his time on the Program Committee, his experience serving as President, and what the organization has meant to him over the years. He speaks to the deep relationships he’s developed in the belting community and the value those connections continue to bring.Don shares what life looks like outside of work, always finding ways to have fun, and offers some personal reflections, from the best advice he’s ever received, to the wisdom he hopes to pass on.Links: www.empirerubber.com www.newwavemediapdx.com Listen on other platforms: Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber/id1755792035 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/24yhT2Ap7X9ntNfkINxHq8?si=f0c65a666b324e13 iheart radio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-belt-friends-by-empire-rub-165196400/ Pandora https://pandora.app.link/UHkjzXM2JIb Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f57694ed-3adf-4f6e-b372-46737d0babd1/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber RSS https://rss.com/podcasts/beltfriends/ Podcast Index https://podcastindex.org/podcast/6865600 Listen Notes https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber-empire-rubber-KhQ8SZAXeTD/

In this special episode, Pedro Liriano, Outside Sales at INO USA, joins Casey Hutchinson, President of Empire Rubber & Supply Company, for a personal and professional deep dive.Pedro shares where he grew up, his family background, and education, and reflects on the work he did before stepping into the belting industry. We’ll hear about his early adventures in the industry, the path that eventually led him to INO USA, and the role he plays today.He also walks us through who INO USA is, the products and services they provide, and what his responsibilities look like day to day. From his current involvement with NIBA, to what he enjoys most about his work, Pedro offers thoughtful insights into both his career and personal passions.Links:www.empirerubber.comwww.newwavemediapdx.comListen on other platforms:Apple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber/id1755792035Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/24yhT2Ap7X9ntNfkINxHq8?si=f0c65a666b324e13iheart radiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-belt-friends-by-empire-rub-165196400/Pandorahttps://pandora.app.link/UHkjzXM2JIbAmazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f57694ed-3adf-4f6e-b372-46737d0babd1/belt-friends-by-empire-rubberRSShttps://rss.com/podcasts/beltfriends/Podcast Indexhttps://podcastindex.org/podcast/6865600Listen Noteshttps://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber-empire-rubber-KhQ8SZAXeTD/

In this special episode, Michael Wieland, VP of Sales at Mulhern Belting, Inc. and Chair of the NIBA Marketing Committee, joins Casey Hutchinson, President of Empire Rubber & Supply Company, for a personal and professional deep dive.We'll learn about Michael’s roots where he grew up, his family life, and how his early career path eventually led him to the belting industry. He’ll share what inspired him to join Mulhern Belting, what it's like working with the Mulhern family, and how the company’s reach across NJ, OH, GA, IN, and MO shapes his day-to-day.From sales and leadership to problem-solving and mentoring, Michael opens up about his current responsibilities, what fuels his passion for the job, and how NIBA and its Program Committee have impacted his journey.We’ll also uncover what Michael does for fun outside of work, his thoughts on Ohio State, and what he might do if he stumbled across a winning lottery ticket.Links:www.empirerubber.comwww.newwavemediapdx.comListen on other platforms:Apple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber/id1755792035Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/24yhT2Ap7X9ntNfkINxHq8?si=f0c65a666b324e13iheart radiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-belt-friends-by-empire-rub-165196400/Pandorahttps://pandora.app.link/UHkjzXM2JIbAmazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f57694ed-3adf-4f6e-b372-46737d0babd1/belt-friends-by-empire-rubberRSShttps://rss.com/podcasts/beltfriends/Podcast Indexhttps://podcastindex.org/podcast/6865600Listen Noteshttps://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber-empire-rubber-KhQ8SZAXeTD/

Welcome to the eighth episode of "Belt Friends," where industry leaders come together to share stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way.In this episode, Casey Hutchinson, President of Empire Rubber & Supply Company, sits down with Andrew Roloff – North American Dairy Specialist at IntraloxIn this episode Andrew gives a little history on how he became Andrew by letting "old Andy die and the Andrew come to life"! We get to listen a little bit on how Andrew and Casey met back at NIBA and they both give us a little glimpse at some stories about NIBA. We hear about how Andrew joined Intralox and even some of the things he would do to better the world! If you are a fan of coffee you'll want to stick around and see what Andrew has been cooking up behind the scenes as well.You're definitely going to want to listen in on this one!Links:www.empirerubber.comwww.newwavemediapdx.comhttps://www.warbirdcoffee.us/Listen on other platforms:Apple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber/id1755792035Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/24yhT2Ap7X9ntNfkINxHq8?si=f0c65a666b324e13iheart radiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-belt-friends-by-empire-rub-165196400/Pandorahttps://pandora.app.link/UHkjzXM2JIbAmazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f57694ed-3adf-4f6e-b372-46737d0babd1/belt-friends-by-empire-rubberRSShttps://rss.com/podcasts/beltfriends/Podcast Indexhttps://podcastindex.org/podcast/6865600Listen Noteshttps://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber-empire-rubber-KhQ8SZAXeTD/

Welcome to the sixth episode of "Belt Friends," where industry leaders come together to share stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way.In this episode, Casey Hutchinson, President of Empire Rubber & Supply Company, sits down with Tom Wujek – President and Chief Executive Officer of Flexco / 2014 NIBA PresidentTom continues to be active with both NIBA and PTDA - Power Transmission Distributors Association. He shares his upbringing and what drew him to Flexco. He also provides insight into what exactly Flexco is and the opportunities it has provided for him and his family. Throughout this journey, we learn a great deal from him, including his time as the NIBA president. He also gives us a historical perspective on the foundation of NIBA, formerly known as NILA. Be sure to tune into this episode to learn more!Links:www.empirerubber.comwww.newwavepdx.comListen on other platforms:Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/24yhT2Ap7X9ntNfkINxHq8?si=f0c65a666b324e13iheart radiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-belt-friends-by-empire-rub-165196400/Pandorahttps://pandora.app.link/UHkjzXM2JIbAmazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f57694ed-3adf-4f6e-b372-46737d0babd1/belt-friends-by-empire-rubberRSShttps://rss.com/podcasts/beltfriends/Podcast Indexhttps://podcastindex.org/podcast/6865600Listen Noteshttps://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber-empire-rubber-KhQ8SZAXeTD/

Welcome to the fourth episode of "Belt Friends," where industry leaders come together to share stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way.In this episode, Casey Hutchinson, President of Empire Rubber & Supply Company, sits down with Rodney Roalsen – Director of Heavy Duty Products & Business development – Beltservice Corp.Casey and Rodney are cousins and both work in the belt industry. They go over many topics in this episode including having family owned businesses and what some of the hurdles and pivots that were made along the way to be where they are at now. Rodney tells us a little bit about Rubber Ron and the business, some of his hobbies, and even flips the table around and asks Casey a few questions. You won't want to miss this episode. Stay tuned until the end where Rodney tells us what advice he would give his 15 year old self.Links:www.empirerubber.comwww.newwavepdx.comListen on other platforms:Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/24yhT2Ap7X9ntNfkINxHq8?si=f0c65a666b324e13iheart radiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-belt-friends-by-empire-rub-165196400/Pandorahttps://pandora.app.link/UHkjzXM2JIbAmazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f57694ed-3adf-4f6e-b372-46737d0babd1/belt-friends-by-empire-rubberRSShttps://rss.com/podcasts/beltfriends/Podcast Indexhttps://podcastindex.org/podcast/6865600Listen Noteshttps://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/belt-friends-by-empire-rubber-empire-rubber-KhQ8SZAXeTD/

Welcome to the second episode of "Belt Friends," where industry leaders come together to share stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way.In this episode, Casey Hutchinson, President of Empire Rubber & Supply Company, sits down with Paul Smith – National Distributor Sales Manager – RAM Enterprise, Inc. / Imtech Rubber to learn more about his journey in the industry and what changes has happened along the way during his time in the industry.You won't want to miss out on this episode!