Podcast Episodes

Sustaining Success: Tom Hutchison on Leading Through Generational Change

Episode 425

In this episode, Trace Blackmore welcomes back Tom Hutchison, Chairman of the Board, HOH Water Technology, to reflect on what it really takes to step out of day-to-day leadership—and do it well. As a…

Published on 6 months ago

Smart Technology in Water Treatment with Kevin Kuhne

Episode 425

"You don't have to transition your entire business. You just need to start. Small beginnings are okay."

Revolutionizing Water Treatment Through Smart Tech

In this episode of Scaling UP! H2O, host T…

Published on 6 months, 1 week ago

Chlorine Dioxide Insights with Greg Simpson

Episode 424

A Lifelong Exploration into Chlorine Dioxide

In this episode of Scaling UP! H2O, Trace Blackmore welcomes Greg D. Simpson, a recognized authority on chlorine dioxide and a long-time researcher, writ…

Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago

Pushing the Boundaries: Jacob Deak on Innovating Water Treatment Systems

Episode 423

In this episode of Scaling UP! H2O, host Trace Blackmore interviews Jake Deak, Marketing & Inside Sales Director at Pyxis Lab, for a deep dive into how innovation is born—not in labs, but in the fiel…

Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago

Inside the Association of Water Technologies with John Caloritis

Episode 421

In this milestone episode, host Trace Blackmore welcomes John Caloritis of the Metro Group and current President of the Association of Water Technologies (AWT). Together, they explore the strategic e…

Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago

The Benefits of Tagged Polymers in Water Treatment

Episode 421

"Keep it simple because the more complex things get, the less people will do it" - Gary Garcia

For years, water treatment professionals have relied on PTSA tracers to estimate system performance, but…

Published on 7 months ago

Tapping Into Tech: How Ben Frieders Uses AI to Elevate Water Treatment Marketing

Episode 420

"Continue to learn something new every day."

What happens when a Navy-trained water chemistry expert dives into AI-powered marketing? You get Ben Frieders—Marketing and Business Development Manager a…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Leading with Purpose: Culture, Customers, and Chemical Supply with Dave Fitzgerald

Episode 419

In this episode of Scaling UP! H2O, host Trace Blackmore reconnects with returning guest Dave Fitzgerald, President of North Metal & Chemical Company. Known for his forward-thinking predictions, Dave…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Maleic Acid-Based Corrosion Inhibitors: Expanding the Water Treatment Toolbox with Mike Standish

Episode 418

Corrosion control is fundamental to the success of any water treatment program, but how often do we question the limitations of the tools we rely on? In this episode of Scaling UP! H2O, host Trace B…

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

How To Live a Life of Significance: Insights from Aaron Walker

Episode 417

" Don't Just Be Successful – Be Significant"

How do you define success? Is it about financial achievement, accolades, or influence? What if true fulfillment lies in significance rather than just suc…

Published on 8 months ago