Advanced Manufacturing Now

Author: SME Media

Welcome to the podcast for manufacturing professionals, powered by SME. Featuring a variety of guests from leading manufacturing companies, the Advanced Manufacturing Now podcast drives the conversation about making manufacturing smarter. SME Media is a leading source for news and in-depth technical information about advanced manufacturing in North America. To learn more about SME Media, visit us at AdvancedManufacturing.org.
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How Tallo Is Transforming Early Talent Engagement
Thursday, 11 December, 2025

This episode dives into one of the biggest challenges facing manufacturing today—connecting the next generation to meaningful career pathways. Host Toni Neary sits down with Allison Danielsen, Vice President at Tallo, to explore how technology, community, and authentic employer engagement can reshape the early talent pipeline. Allison shares her own winding career path and how it inspired her passion for bridging the skills gap. She breaks down how Tallo's platform—used by more than two million young people—helps students understand their strengths, explore careers, and connect directly with employers. Toni and Allison discuss Gen Z's expectations for work, why culture matters more than ever, and how employers can reach students in the fast-moving world of TikTok. The episode also highlights innovative ideas like micro-internships, digital career communities, and employer storytelling—all designed to spark curiosity and build confidence in the future workforce. Whether you're an educator, employer, or advocate for manufacturing careers, this conversation offers actionable insight into how we can better support and inspire early talent.