Chris Luecke
| Chris Luecke | |
|---|---|
| Born | Christopher Luecke March 17, 1987 |
| 🏳️ Nationality | American |
| 🎓 Alma mater | Marquette University |
| 💼 Occupation | Podcaster, marketing strategist, industry speaker |
| 👔 Employer | Manufacturing Happy Hour |
| Known for | Manufacturing Happy Hour podcast; manufacturing industry commentary |
| Title | Founder and host |
| Term | 2016 – present |
| 🌐 Website | https://manufacturinghappyhour.com |
Chris Luecke (born March 17, 1987) is an American manufacturing podcaster, industry speaker, and marketing strategist. He is the founder and host of the Manufacturing Happy Hour podcast, a media platform focused on trends in modern manufacturing, digital transformation, workforce development, and industrial technology. Luecke is a frequent speaker at major industry events, including A3’s Association for Advancing Automation AUTOMATE trade show and KUKA’s annual Connexions conference.
Early life and education
Luecke earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Marquette University. He attended De Smet Jesuit High School prior to his university studies.[1]
Career
Luecke began his career in manufacturing and industrial automation, holding roles in engineering, sales, and business leadership. He spent over a decade in the automation sector, including multiple roles at Rockwell Automation, where he worked in account management and regional business leadership supporting manufacturers and industrial distribution partners.[1]
He later held leadership roles in industrial software and services organizations, including Fiix Software, a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) provider, where he worked at the intersection of SaaS, maintenance, and digital transformation for manufacturers.
Manufacturing Happy Hour
In 2016, Luecke founded Manufacturing Happy Hour, originally launched as a YouTube series recorded on a mobile device before evolving into a podcast and broader media platform. The show focuses on modern manufacturing topics including Industry 4.0, digital transformation, automation, workforce development, and manufacturing marketing.[2]
The podcast features interviews with manufacturing executives, technologists, educators, and entrepreneurs, and has hosted live recordings at major industry events such as AUTOMATE. Coverage of the show has appeared in independent business and industry media, including the Milwaukee Business Journal.[3]
Public speaking and industry engagement
Luecke is a frequent speaker and moderator at manufacturing and automation industry events. He has appeared as a speaker and live host at A3’s Association for Advancing Automation AUTOMATE trade show and at KUKA’s annual Connexions user conference, where he discusses manufacturing trends, digital strategy, and workforce challenges.
He has also been featured in industry podcasts and media discussing the evolving role of marketing, technology adoption, and community building within manufacturing.[4]
Personal life
Luecke was born on March 17, coinciding with St. Patrick’s Day.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Chris Luecke professional profile". linkedin.com/in/cwluecke/. Retrieved December 31, 2025.
- ↑ "Manufacturing Happy Hour". manufacturinghappyhour.com. Retrieved December 31, 2025.
- ↑ "Manufacturing Happy Hour podcast connects manufacturers through conversation". Milwaukee Business Journal. Retrieved December 31, 2025.
- ↑ "Chris Luecke with Manufacturing Happy Hour Podcast". Industrial Talk. Retrieved December 31, 2025.
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