The Interface

Episode 089: Dr. Raffi Sahul

A conversation with Dr. Raffi Sahul, Director of Business Development for Amphenol Piezo Technology Products. We talk about his sensor technology developments in the medical, military, and commercial aerospace markets. We talk about transitioning from traveling around the world every week to suddenly working from home over the last year. We talk about how he first became interested in material science and engineering at a young age, and how he then juggled his educational pursuits with his personal pursuits. And we talk about his desert island album, book, and "Old School" movie. This is The Interface.

Hosted by Chris Cappello. Music by Square Seed.

For The Interface podcast guest inquiries and suggestions: send an email to ccappello@amphenol-aao.com or LinkedIn message to https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcappello.

Episode 088: Sheri Youngs

A conversation with Sheri Youngs, Director of Human Resources for Amphenol Aerospace in Sidney, NY. Sheri has been with Amphenol for 24 years. We talk about her incredible work to protect our employees during the Covid-19 pandemic. We talk about majoring in English, starting at Amphenol as a temp in customer service, then finding a home she never left in Human Resources. We talk about why being raised in Sidney and understanding its history makes working at Amphenol that much more special. And we talk about her desert island book, movie, and surprisingly cool album selection. This is The Interface.

Hosted by Chris Cappello. Music by Square Seed.

For The Interface podcast guest inquiries and suggestions: send an email to ccappello@amphenol-aao.com or LinkedIn message to https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcappello.

Episode 087: Ben Reed

A conversation with Ben Reed, General Manager of Times Microwave Systems in Wallingford, CT. Ben has been with Amphenol since 2013. We talk about his recent transition from Fiber Systems to TMS, the differences and the similarities, and his antsiness with not being able to visit all of the TMS facilities yet. We talk about him starting his career as an engineer, but realizing he wanted something broader and finding the perfect fit at Amphenol. We talk about his passion for surfing and the struggle he has with finding good waves in CT. And we talk about his desert island album, book, and movie. This is The Interface.

Hosted by Chris Cappello. Music by Square Seed.

For The Interface podcast guest inquiries and suggestions: send an email to ccappello@amphenol-aao.com or LinkedIn message to https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcappello.

Episode 086: Adam Norwitt & Dave Silverman

A conversation with Adam Norwitt, Amphenol's President and CEO, and Dave Silverman, Amphenol Senior VP HR, as we discuss the current state of the company as it fights the Covid-19 pandemic and our goal of getting a vaccination for every person at Amphenol. We talk about the amazing scientific achievements that produced effective vaccines so quickly. We talk about the importance of our general managers in leading the local efforts around the world. We talk about addressing vaccine hesitancy, as well as the emphasis on mental health concerns. And we talk about protecting our families and being ambassadors for the community. This is The Interface.

Hosted by Chris Cappello. Music by Square Seed.

For The Interface podcast guest inquiries and suggestions: send an email to ccappello@amphenol-aao.com or LinkedIn message to https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcappello.

Episode 085: Billy Glass

A conversation with Billy Glass, Lead Senior Sales Engineer at Onanon Inc. located outside of San Jose, CA, and a recent Amphenol acquisition for the Industrial Products Group. Billy has been with Onanon for 6 years. We talk about the focus of their business, their product portfolio, and what makes them unique in the medical industry. We talk about quickly developing a relationship with the AIPG team and seeing the immediate benefits of working together. We talk about how he found Onanon by admiring a nice pair of shoes. And we talk about his desert island album, book, and movie. This is The Interface.

Hosted by Chris Cappello. Music by Square Seed.

For The Interface podcast guest inquiries and suggestions: send an email to ccappello@amphenol-aao.com or LinkedIn message to https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcappello.

Episode 084: Chris Ranwell

A conversation with Chris Ranwell, Global Director of Product Management for Amphenol Advanced Sensors. Chris has been with Advanced Sensors, and its various iterations, for his entire 27-year career. We talk about the design and development of their newest product, the Reachmaster Pro, which came about from watching repair being done in his kitchen. We talk about studying agriculture and figuring out being a farmer may not be the best career for him. We talk about being a volunteer firefighter and high school rugby coach. And we discuss his desert island album, book, and movie. This is The Interface.

Hosted by Chris Cappello. Music by Square Seed.

For The Interface podcast guest inquiries and suggestions: send an email to ccappello@amphenol-aao.com or LinkedIn message to https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcappello.

Episode 083: Spencer Williams

A conversation with Spencer Williams, General Manager of Amphenol Network Solutions in Liberty Lake, WA. Spencer has been part of Telect, which eventually became part of Amphenol Network Solutions, since 2009. We talk about Network Solutions business, dealing with the pandemic, and what he's most excited about for the future. We talk about growing up in the family business and realizing that it was something he really wanted to be a part of. We talk about the writings of Adam Smith and why he chose to become a Horned Frog. And we talk about his desert island music, book, and movie. This is The Interface.

Hosted by Chris Cappello. Music by Square Seed.

For The Interface podcast guest inquiries and suggestions: send an email to ccappello@amphenol-aao.com or LinkedIn message to https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcappello.

Episode 082: Jason Holt

A conversation with Jason Holt, General Manager of Holland Electronics in Ventura, CA. Jason has been with Holland for almost 30 years. We talk about the early days of the company supporting local cable TV services and how he started working there while in high school. We talk about expanding the business outside of the U.S. into Colombia, then other countries in South America. We talk about working with his Dad on restoring classic cars -- and now doing the same with his kids. We talk about the future of Holland as part of the ARFOB group and we discuss his desert island music, book, and movie. This is The Interface.

Hosted by Chris Cappello. Music by Square Seed.

For The Interface podcast guest inquiries and suggestions: send an email to ccappello@amphenol-aao.com or LinkedIn message to https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcappello.

Episode 081: David Kean

A conversation with David Kean, General Manager of Positronic, the latest acquisition to join the Amphenol family. Dave has been with Positronic for the last six years after working in locations worldwide for consumer goods and automotive businesses. We talk about what Positronic brings to the Amphenol family. We talk about feeling like a kid in a candy store to take advantage of all of the resources now available to them. We talk about how he and his family spent 14 years overseas because of various jobs. And we talk about his desert island album, book, and movie. This is The Interface.

Hosted by Chris Cappello. Music by Square Seed.

For The Interface podcast guest inquiries and suggestions: send an email to ccappello@amphenol-aao.com or LinkedIn message to https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcappello.

Episode 080: Barry Holt

A conversation with Barry Holt, Vice President of Global Cable Operations for Amphenol Broadband Solutions. Barry has been with Amphenol for almost 23 years, mainly with Times Fiber, before merging with others to become ABS. We talk about the advantages for customers working with ABS from his perspective. We talk about placing a premium on developing relationships with the people you work with to succeed, and he reminds us we have two ears and only one mouth for a reason. We talk about the experience and adventure of opening up a new plant in Vietnam. We talk a little hockey, and we discuss his desert island album, book, and movie selections. This is The Interface.

Hosted by Chris Cappello. Music by Square Seed.

For The Interface podcast guest inquiries and suggestions: send an email to ccappello@amphenol-aao.com or LinkedIn message to https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcappello.