OGC Solutions LLP

10/15/2026

Transforming Child Welfare Through Community-Based Care | Think Factory Podcast

In the latest Think Factory Podcast, host Susan Schleck Kleiner welcomes Larry N. Rein, President & CEO of ChildNet, for a conversation on improving outcomes for children and families through community-based foster care.

Larry discusses ChildNet's collaborative model, the shift toward family reunification and kinship care, supporting case managers, and the importance of continuous improvement in child welfare services. He also shares how Broward County has significantly reduced the number of children in foster care while working to strengthen families and communities.

🎧 Listen here:
- Apple Podcasts: https://conta.cc/3WrwiK2
- Spotify: https://conta.cc/4BcVIva
- RSS: https://conta.cc/4yRRcQU

💬 To continue the conversation, connect with Larry N. Rein on LinkedIn.

10/08/2026

🎙️ Think Factory Podcast: Robin Senss on Housing Stability & Hope

In the latest Think Factory Podcast, host Susan Schleck Kleiner speaks with Robin Senss, Chief Operating Officer of Friends Association for Care and Protection of Children, about family homelessness, eviction prevention, and the community-based solutions helping families build lasting stability.

Robin shares her personal connection to housing insecurity, discusses Friends Association's expansion of family shelter services, and explains why housing, case management, legal support, and community involvement must work together to create meaningful change.

🎧 Listen now:

🍎 Apple: https://conta.cc/4AUKISJ
🎵 Spotify: https://conta.cc/4rSO3xN
📡 RSS: https://conta.cc/4rUYpgn

If you'd like to continue the conversation, connect with Robin Senss on LinkedIn.

09/30/2026

Our friends at ECO3 are helping print businesses take connectivity and automation to the next level with the launch of APOGEE IQ, a new integrated platform designed to connect business systems, production equipment, and workflow data into a single environment. By bridging gaps between MIS, ERP, eCommerce, CRM, logistics, and production workflows, APOGEE IQ delivers greater visibility, improved automation, and real-time insights across print operations.

As print environments become more complex, solutions like APOGEE IQ can help streamline operations, reduce manual processes, and create a more connected, data-driven production workflow.

Read more: https://whattheythink.com/news/131866-eco3-unveils-apogee-iq-integrated-platform-connected-print-production/

ECO3 Unveils APOGEE IQ: an Integrated Platform for Connected Print Production

09/29/2026

Our friends at Corefact are featured in this insightful discussion on how software can be leveraged to drive real business value and sustainable growth. As print and marketing service providers continue to evolve, the right technology strategy can help streamline operations, improve customer experiences, and unlock new opportunities for success.

Read more: https://conta.cc/4AK9y86

Corefact has adapted to the changes in the market and technology. Today they focus on the intersection of marketing technologies and automated industrial print production to support customers and the plant and grow the business.

09/24/2026

Think Factory Podcast | How Automation Is Transforming Manufacturing with Matt Ambrose

🎙️ In the latest episode of the Think Factory Podcast, Matt Ambrose, President of Ambrose Packaging, shares how his third-generation family business has evolved from a traditional packaging distributor into a systems integration company focused on automation and innovative manufacturing solutions.

Matt discusses how Ambrose Packaging helps manufacturers design custom production lines, improve efficiency, increase throughput, and address challenges related to labor, equipment uptime, and growth. He also explains how automation can enhance the workplace by reducing repetitive tasks, improving safety, boosting employee morale, and increasing retention.

The conversation highlights real-world automation success stories, including a multi-million-dollar packaging system that delivered an impressive eight-month ROI. Matt also shares insights on evaluating technology investments, staying ahead of emerging manufacturing trends, and helping organizations understand the long-term value of automation.

Whether you're a manufacturer, business leader, or technology enthusiast, this episode offers valuable perspectives on driving growth through innovation.

🎧 Listen now on
Apple Podcasts - https://conta.cc/4dyy4ii
Spotify - https://conta.cc/4Ar1EAl
RSS - https://conta.cc/4hcpurW

💬 Want to continue the conversation? Connect with Matt Ambrose on LinkedIn.

09/17/2026

From Navy Psychologist to Practice Leader: Dr. Elizabeth Carr on Servant Leadership, Mental Health Care, and Building Strong Clinical Communities

In this episode of the Think Factory Podcast, host Susan Schleck Kleiner sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Carr, Founder and CEO of Kentlands Psychotherapy, to discuss her remarkable journey from serving as a Navy psychologist to leading a thriving psychotherapy practice in the Washington region.

Dr. Carr shares how her military experience shaped her servant leadership philosophy and why fostering a supportive environment for clinicians is critical to delivering exceptional mental health care. She also offers candid insights into the realities of therapist burnout, insurance requirements, maintaining sustainable workloads, and meeting the increasing demand for mental health services.

The conversation explores how Kentlands Psychotherapy has created a more connected and convenient client experience by bringing multiple mental health services under one roof. Dr. Carr discusses the practice’s therapist matching program, the use of technology and AI to support care delivery, and how empowering clinicians to work to their strengths helps build a strong sense of community.

Looking ahead, Dr. Carr shares her perspective on the growing corporatization of mental health care and highlights the importance of independent and smaller practices supporting one another to preserve quality care and the human connection that is so essential in mental health services.

🎧 Listen to the latest Think Factory Podcast on
Apple Podcasts - https://conta.cc/4gY9JVl
Spotify - https://conta.cc/4xzETXX
RSS - https://conta.cc/3TDbbU6

💬 If you'd like to continue the conversation, connect with Elizabeth Carr on LinkedIn.

09/10/2026

Think Factory Podcast | The Future of Transportation with Walter Allen

🎙️ In the latest Think Factory Podcast, host Mark DiGesu sits down with Walter Allen, Founder, Owner, CEO, and President of Acumen Building Enterprise, to discuss his journey from engineering and military service to becoming a transportation industry leader.

Walter shares how Acumen's early work with BART helped shape its expertise in fare collection and transportation technology, leading to partnerships with major transit systems like WMATA and Amtrak. He also explores the future of mobility, including digital fare collection, high-speed rail, autonomous vehicles, mobility hubs, and the connection between clean transportation and clean energy.

Walter closes with three leadership lessons: stay positive, be a lifelong learner, and remain flexible while staying humble.

🎧 Listen now on
Apple Podcasts - https://conta.cc/4xThthw
Spotify - https://conta.cc/4yzMvLk
RSS - https://conta.cc/4gX0nYN

💬 Want to continue the conversation? Connect with Walter Allen on LinkedIn.

09/09/2026

Think Factory Podcast | Building Hope, Belonging, and Stronger Communities with Renee Brown

What does it take to create meaningful change for children, families, and individuals with disabilities?

On the latest episode of the Think Factory Podcast, host Susan Schleck Kleiner sits down with Renee Brown, President and CEO of DePaul Community Resources, to discuss the organization's inspiring journey from its beginnings as an orphanage in 1977 to becoming a comprehensive provider of foster care, adoption, independent living, mental health, and disability support services across Virginia.

Renee shares how DePaul's mission of creating hope, connection, and belonging drives its work and why incorporating lived experience into leadership and decision-making leads to stronger, more impactful programs. She also addresses common misconceptions about foster care and adoption, the importance of ongoing support for adoptive families, and how DePaul is helping meet critical community needs through innovative programs like kinship care services.

The conversation also explores DePaul's commitment to employee well-being through self-care initiatives, work-life balance, and mental health resources, reinforcing the idea that supporting those who serve others is essential to long-term impact.

This is a powerful discussion about leadership, compassion, and the importance of ensuring every individual and family has the opportunity to thrive.

🎧 Listen to the Think Factory Podcast on
Apple Podcasts - https://conta.cc/3UJrIpV
Spotify - https://conta.cc/4gKKEx6
RSS - https://conta.cc/4xe4Oo0

💬 Want to continue the conversation? Connect with Renee Brown on LinkedIn to learn more about DePaul Community Resources and the work being done to build stronger, more hopeful futures.

09/03/2026

📚 Think Factory Podcast: Why Print Still Matters in Education

In the latest episode of the Think Factory Podcast, Devin Pintozzi, COO of American Book Company, discusses how his family business has supported educators and students for 30 years through K-12, test prep, curriculum, print, and digital learning resources.

Devin shares why American Book Company remains committed to a print-first approach, highlighting how reading, writing, and engaging with physical books can enhance learning and retention. He also discusses the evolution of educational materials, the growing demand for consumable coursebooks, and the company's efforts to support future educators and printing professionals.

🎧 Listen on
Apple Podcasts - https://conta.cc/4yiXtVk
Spotify - https://conta.cc/3SKCZpi
RSS - https://conta.cc/4i4Ncam

💬 Want to continue the conversation? Connect with Devin Pintozzi on LinkedIn.

09/02/2026

Exciting news from the defense and aerospace sector. Our friends at Marotta Controls have been selected to support the U.S. Navy's Next Generation Jammer – Low Band (NGJ-LB) program through two contract awards, marking the company's entry into the airborne electronic warfare market. Marotta will provide critical technology and technical expertise supporting key subsystems for this next-generation platform, which is designed to enhance the Navy's electronic attack capabilities and eventually replace the legacy AN/ALQ-99 system on the EA-18G Growler aircraft.

The awards highlight Marotta's continued growth and innovation in advanced defense technologies, as well as its expanding role in supporting mission-critical programs for the U.S. military. Congratulations to the entire Marotta team on this significant achievement.

Read more: https://conta.cc/4xaScOx

Marotta Controls announced Sept. 2 two contract awards in support of the Next Generation Jammer program for the U.S. Navy.