The BLTnT Podcast

The Buck Doesn’t Stop Here! In this episode of the BLTNT podcast, Matthew Loria sits down with Scotty Buchzeiger, aka Scotty Buck. Scotty shares his dynamic life journey, from his early struggles with direction and discipline to finding his path through boxing. He discusses the profound impact his family and wife, Mary, have had on his life, stressing the importance of family support in personal and professional success.  Episode highlights:  Team Buck Boxing Talk: Scotty talks about his creation and management of a dedicated boxing community through his Facebook page. He discusses how this platform serves as a central hub for sharing insights, fostering discussions, and mentoring young athletes.     Insights on Mental Health: Scotty opens up about dealing with anxiety and depression, offering a candid look at the mental struggles behind the scenes and how he manages his mental health actively.    Vision for the Future: Scotty wraps up with his future aspirations, both for his family and his professional endeavors, showing a clear path forward guided by experience and introspection.   This episode digs into Scotty’s transitions from a troubled youth to a dedicated father and husband, highlighting his philosophies on life, the challenges of parenting, and his ventures in personal training and boxing mentorship. The conversation is rich with insights into overcoming adversity, the value of family, and the continuous journey of self-improvement.      Let’s dig in! https://lnkd.in/eADJP6wm

The most successful companies—and those striving to remain competitive—are led by CEOs and Leaders who recognize the critical importance of AI, automation, and cybersecurity. Understanding that data is a valuable asset requiring protection is no longer optional; it’s essential for sustainable success, especially as the unseen adversary is leveraging the AI, Automation, and sophisticated criminal methods to undermine them. I recently shared my insights on how leaders can proactively outsmart AI-driven cyber adversaries by leveraging AI themselves -- "fighting fire with fire" -- in an article for Crain’s Detroit Business. The piece explores practical steps CEOs can take to strengthen their organization’s cybersecurity posture and leverage technology for growth. At Auxiom, we’re dedicated to helping businesses navigate these complexities with tailored IT solutions that safeguard your data and empower your your organization to thrive in the digital age. I invite you to read the article and share your thoughts. 👉 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gmaK7xnm How do you see that leadership can drive better cybersecurity practices and embrace AI? #Cybersecurity #AI #Leadership #DataProtection #Innovation #Auxiom

This video features Mary Buchzeiger discussing the challenges she faced during the 2008 economic crisis. Amidst personal loss and the automotive industry's major downturn, Mary took decisive actions to steer Lucerne International through tough times, having to dig-deep to keep her business afloat.      To watch more of the episode, click the link in the comments! 

Mary Buchzeiger, the CEO of Lucerne International, discusses the complexities of rebuilding the North American supply chain after decades of outsourcing production overseas. Mary evaluates the role of tariffs play in this process, cautioning over reliance as a cure all to rebuild domestic industries.    To watch the full episode, click the link in the comments!  

In this short video of the BLTnT Podcast, Mary Buchzeiger, CEO of Lucerne International, talks about the company’s expansion and localization strategies. Based in Auburn Hills and maintaining a global presence with offices in Shanghai, Lucerne is strengthening its operations by vertically integrating and bringing more production processes onshore To learn more about Lucerne International, click the link in the comments!

This video clip features Mary Buchzeiger, CEO of Lucerne International, discussing the strategic decision to expand operations offshore, leading to significant company growth. She shares a personal anecdote about her father’s encouragement to pursue this venture, which eventually led to her taking over and merging Lucerne with her other company. This pivotal point in her career highlights the evolution of Lucerne International into the successful entity it is today.    To watch the full episode, click the link in the comments! 

Always bet on Buck!! In this episode of the BLTnT podcast, host Matthew Loria sits down with Mary Buchzeiger, CEO of Lucerne International. Mary shares her tough and unique journey in the automotive industry, from her early days of "work camp" instead of summer camp, to driving her company to success through economic downturns and industry upheavals. With a candid recount of the highs and lows, for example relocating her family to China to oversee business expansion—just before a pandemic ensued! Mary's story is a testament to resilience. She dives into the complexities of international business, the effects of tariffs, and her recent ventures into reshaping Lucerne's operational strategies. Episode highlights: Building the Future in Detroit: Mary shares exciting developments about Lucerne International's forthcoming manufacturing plant in Detroit, projected to create approximately 375 jobs. Leadership During Crisis: Reflecting on global crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic, Mary shares her approach to leadership during times of uncertainty. She talks about maintaining transparency, making difficult decisions to ensure business continuity, and the importance of caring for employee well-being during such times. Looking Ahead: Mary talks about the future of Lucerne International, including new ventures, potential markets, and her vision for the company’s continued growth and innovation in the automotive industry. This episode hits on all the areas of BLTnT – BUSINESS, LIFE, TECHNOLOGY, and TRANSFORMATIONS -- with an intimate glimpse into the personal life of a leader with grit navigating through the good, bad, and the ugly. Let’s dig in!! https://lnkd.in/dWvsWc4r

Brian Hollowaty, President of Los Angeles Brands talks about his visionary role within his team. He highlights a personal challenge of communicating his forward-thinking strategies to his team members. Expressing his focus on macro-level trends, he discusses his process of anticipating future developments and strategically planning several steps ahead to guide his team's direction and decisions. Want to hear more about Brian? Click the link in the comments!

  In this clip from the BLTnT podcast, Brian Hollowaty sits down with Matthew Loria to talk about the transformative future of branding and the essential role of content. He emphasizes that the dynamics that mattered in the past will lose significance, making way for the power of personalized, content-driven engagement to shape brand relevance.    Click the link in the comments for the full episode! 

Brian Hollowaty shares the pivotal moment when a buyer’s request accelerated his company's growth. This led to not only a doubling of existing orders, but also the creation of new product lines. This brought an explosive expansion of LA Brands to six distinct brands and over a hundred products within just a few years. The story highlights a turning point that significantly expanded his company's scale and scope in the market. To watch the full episode, click the link in the comments!