In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Ben Hankinson, founder of Unity Solutions, a consulting firm specializing in manufacturing leadership and operations. Ben shares his journey from managing operations at a large liquid egg manufacturing plant to launching his own firm, driven by a passion for unifying people and processes to create operational excellence. He discusses the challenges of shifting from traditional, fear-based leadership to a more collaborative and process-focused approach, and how this mindset has transformed workplace cultures in the manufacturing sector.

Ben dives into the core services Unity Solutions offers, including leadership training, performance improvement engagements, and team unification workshops. He explains the importance of focusing on process over results, building strong organizational cultures, and why manufacturing—especially food and beverage—often lags behind in adopting modern leadership practices. Listeners will gain insights into Ben’s vision for scaling Unity Solutions, leveraging AI for efficiency, and his long-term goal of creating a team that shares his passion for driving meaningful change in manufacturing.