<p>In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, host Matt Horine chats with David Socha, CEO of the Beverly Hills Teddy Bear Company. David shares his journey into the toy and collectibles business, starting from his childhood love for toys and progressing through his entrepreneurial ventures. They discuss the company&#39;s commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and ethical manufacturing. David also provides his perspective on the challenges and trends in the toy manufacturing industry, including the impact of globalization, the shift towards customization, and the importance of maintaining high safety standards. The conversation delves into the role of creativity in manufacturing and the potential of automation and AI to improve the industry. David concludes by sharing his optimistic vision for the future of US consumer goods manufacturing and the evolution of his company. Listeners can learn more about Beverly Hills Teddy Bear Company at plush.com.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Timestamps</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome</p><p>00:46 David Socha&#39;s Journey into the Toy Industry</p><p>02:22 Building a Legacy in Toy Manufacturing</p><p>03:58 Challenges and Trends in US Manufacturing</p><p>07:13 Globalization and Manufacturing Realities</p><p>10:17 Adapting to Market Changes and Trends</p><p>21:10 Balancing Creativity and Efficiency</p><p>22:44 Future of Toy Manufacturing</p><p>24:34 Optimism for US Manufacturing</p><p>26:36 Conclusion and Contact Information</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-socha-8900a23/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">David on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://plush.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Plush / Beverly Hills Teddy Bear</a></p><p><a href="https://sustainment.com/">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a><a href="https://www.veryableops.com/navigating-trump-2-0">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Navigating Trump 2.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a></p><p><a href="https://www.veryableops.com">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Revitalizing US Manufacturing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a></p><p><a href="https://company.veryableops.com/create-profile">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up on the Veryable Platform ⁠⁠</a></p>