MACNY’s Randy Wolken on leadership: Caring is ‘the No. 1  task of being a leader’

Leadership Insights from Randy Wolken

Randy Wolken, President/CEO of MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, emphasizes that caring is 'the No. 1 task of being a leader'. With a lifelong dedication to studying leadership, from his time at West Point to his military service and work in government and nonprofits, Wolken has developed a unique perspective on effective leadership.

Wolken's tenure at MACNY began on October 1, amidst economic turmoil, with 40 companies resigning from the trade group. However, through his efforts, 'nearly all of them' returned as members, demonstrating the impact of personal engagement. As he notes,

just showing up
can be a powerful tool.

Over his 24 years leading MACNY, Wolken has witnessed the transformation of the manufacturing industry from decline to a high-tech boom, driven by companies like Lotte Biologics, TTM, and Micron.

Author's summary: Randy Wolken shares his leadership insights.

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