MHEDA TALKS – Part 2

Building Strong Leaders: Master Manager Program

About This Episode

In part 2 of this 2-part episode, Jeremy Wall of GoalMakers and Jim Ripkey of Hy-Tek Intralogistics, explore the leadership side of management. The conversation dives into why goal setting matters, how to measure success with meaningful metrics, and what it takes to transition strong performers into confident leaders. Jeremy and Jim also share strategies for empowering teams, sustaining new skills after training, and leveraging peer-to-peer learning to build stronger managers across the material handling industry.

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Master Manager Program

In this episode of MHEDA Talks, host Shari Altergott, CEO of The CX Edge, continues the conversation on MHEDA’s Master Manager Program. Returning guest Jeremy Wall, President of GoalMakers and program facilitator, is joined by Jim Ripkey, President of Hy-Tek Intralogistics and long-time MHEDA member and contributor. Together, they explore the critical skills of goal setting, leadership development, and coaching managers to move from “doers” to effective leaders.

 

Jeremy provides an overview of the 10-week program, which blends self-paced learning with live peer-to-peer sessions focused on people management, vision and strategy, customer service, and financial fundamentals. Jim shares real-world insights on supporting managers in developing measurable goals, empowering teams, and sustaining success beyond the classroom.

Key Topics Discussed
  • The Role of Goal Setting in Business & Personal Development

  • Measuring Success: Financial, Customer, and Employee Engagement Metrics

  • The Difference Between Team Goals vs. Personal Leadership Goals

  • Coaching “Great Doers” Into Confident Leaders

  • Empowerment Frameworks: Wide Boulevards & High Curbs

  • Avoiding the “Binder on the Shelf” Syndrome – Sustaining Learnings After the Program

  • Peer-to-Peer Learning & Long-Term Support

About the Guests
  • Jeremy Wall is President of GoalMakers and facilitator of the MHEDA Master Manager Program. He brings years of experience helping leaders build management skills, financial literacy, and long-term business strategies.

  • Jim Ripkey is President of Hy-Tek Intralogistics Industrial Truck Division. A long-standing MHEDA member, he has contributed extensively to the Emerging Leaders Program and Master Manager Program, offering practical leadership experience and mentoring future managers.

Develop Managers Who Drive Growth

MHEDA’s Master Manager Program is a 10-week hybrid learning experience designed to help leaders at all levels master the fundamentals of people management and business financials. With a blend of expert facilitation, peer-to-peer learning, and actionable frameworks, participants walk away with practical tools they can implement immediately to improve their leadership and business results.

Don’t miss your final opportunity to register for MHEDA’s Master Manager Program, beginning August 26. This dynamic 10-week experience blends leadership training, financial fundamentals, and peer networking tailored to the material handling industry. Learn how to align your team, boost profitability, and lead with confidence. Discounts available for teams of three or more — Learn More! 

About the MHEDA Talks Podcast

Shari Altergott has over 20 years of experience within the Material Handling Industry.  During her career she has held several positions withing marketing, sales, business development and executive leadership. Today she leads The CX Edge, a customer experience consulting firm focused specifically on the material handling industry. Over her time, she has developed full scope marketing functions that manage corporate initiatives related to customer experience, CRM, social networking, brand development, advertising and lead generation. Learn more at cx-edge.com.

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Gene Marks

CPA, National Business Columnist, Author & Speaker

Gene Marks is a past columnist for both The New York Times and The Washington Post. Gene now writes regularly for The Hill, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Forbes, Entrepreneur, The Washington Times, and The Guardian. Gene is a best-selling author and has written 5 books on business management. Gene appears on Fox Business, MSNBC, as well as CBS Eye on the World with John Batchelor and SiriusXM’s Wharton Business Channel where he talks about the financial, economic and technology issues that affect business leaders today. Gene helps business owners, executives and managers understand the political, economic and technological trends that will affect their companies and provides actionable insights.

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