In this episode of Why Manufacturing, the podcast from the Southwest Virginia Alliance for Manufacturing (SVAM), we sit down with Lisa Jones, a recently retired HR and safety leader whose 20+ year career left a lasting impact on manufacturing in our region.

From her start in sales and staffing to overseeing HR and safety in manufacturing plants, Lisa’s journey is one of growth, resilience, and people-first leadership. Along the way, she helped companies build strong teams, create safer workplaces, and foster a culture where employees could thrive.

Whether you're early in your career or decades in, Lisa’s story offers valuable lessons in mentorship, leadership, and staying human in a fast-paced industry.

🎧 Tune in to hear how one woman helped shape the future of manufacturing by investing in its most important asset—its people.