{"podcast":{"title":"The Think Factory Podcast","slug":"the-think-factory-podcast-6380151","podcast_index_feed_id":6380151,"rss_url":"https://media.rss.com/thethinkfactory/feed.xml","website_url":"https://www.thethinkfactory.com","image_url":"https://media.rss.com/thethinkfactory/20230607_010636_8cf561e65e59f32fffe9192e9bc91768.jpg","author":"The Think Factory","episode_count":260,"summary":"The Think Factory Podcast is focused on putting the spotlight on executives and their companies. Learn from peers across various industries and learn new ways to grow your business, expand your career, and become better business leaders. The podcast has multiple hosts and each episode will be focused on different topics and companies. We want to know one thing. What keeps you up at night? Want to spotlight your company on The Think Factory Podcast? Click here!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-24T00:18:15.894952+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-think-factory-podcast-6380151"},"episode":{"title":"Jon Congdon, Product Consultant/Co-Owner, Skandacor","slug":"jon-congdon-product-consultant-co-owner-skandacor","published_at":"2026-05-05T12:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-think-factory-podcast-6380151/jon-congdon-product-consultant-co-owner-skandacor","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-think-factory-podcast-6380151","url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/thethinkfactory/2761406","audio_url":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/209805/2761406/thethinkfactory/2026_04_23_15_56_11_84719f34-8bde-469a-90d1-27558ed8d7e7.mp3","summary":"In this episode of the Think Factory Podcast features John Congdon, Global Channel Partner Manager at Skandacor, sharing insights on how print embellishment is transforming packaging, direct mail, and branded materials. With over 20 years in the industry and a global footprint, Skandacor is helping print producers move beyond standard CMYK output through technologies like digital foiling, lamination, and 3D effects. John explains how these capabilities create more engaging, tactile, and visually impactful products that capture attention and elevate brand perception in competitive markets. The conversation also explores the strong business case behind embellishment, including rapid ROI, increased profitability, and the shift toward short-run, personalized print. As consumer expectations continue to evolve—driven in part by premium packaging and “unboxing” experiences—print providers have new opportunities to differentiate and add value. John highlights how Skandacor’s accessible, easy-to-use solutions are empowering both small and large producers to unlock new revenue streams and rethink what’s possible in modern print. Disclaimer","meta_description":"In this episode of the Think Factory Podcast features John Congdon, Global Channel Partner Manager at Skandacor, sharing insights on how print embellishme…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1349,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-think-factory-podcast-6380151/episodes/jon-congdon-product-consultant-co-owner-skandacor/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-think-factory-podcast-6380151/jon-congdon-product-consultant-co-owner-skandacor.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}