app03 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:29:03 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Leave Your Mark - The Coding and Marking Podcast https://codingandmarkingpodcast.fireside.fm Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:27:49 -0500 Discover the Future of Coding and Marking with "Leave Your Mark," the captivating podcast sponsored by Domino. Join your host, Jon Ballard, alongside a dynamic lineup of guest experts in the field, as we venture into the fascinating world of coding and marking equipment across industries like food, beverage, personal care, life sciences, and household chemicals. Uncover the latest trends, expert insights, and real-life case studies that drive efficiency, compliance, and profitability. Elevate your business with the collective knowledge and innovation shared on "Leave Your Mark." Tune in now and stay ahead in the ever-evolving realm of coding and marking solutions. Let's make a lasting impression together! en-us © 2026 Leave Your Mark - The Coding and Marking Podcast episodic Sponsored by Domino Jon Ballard Discover the Future of Coding and Marking with "Leave Your Mark," the captivating podcast sponsored by Domino. Join your host, Jon Ballard, alongside a dynamic lineup of guest experts in the field, as we venture into the fascinating world of coding and marking equipment across industries like food, beverage, personal care, life sciences, and household chemicals. Uncover the latest trends, expert insights, and real-life case studies that drive efficiency, compliance, and profitability. Elevate your business with the collective knowledge and innovation shared on "Leave Your Mark." Tune in now and stay ahead in the ever-evolving realm of coding and marking solutions. Let's make a lasting impression together! false Jon Ballard jballard@foremostmedia.com Episode 5: How National Account Management Drives Deeper Partnerships and Continuous Improvement https://codingandmarkingpodcast.fireside.fm/5 5a7ab4d3-9fa3-44fb-88c4-ddbdaf133a06 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0500 jballard@foremostmedia.com (Jon Ballard) full Jon Ballard In this episode of Leave Your Mark: The Coding and Marking Podcast, we explore the role of National Account Management at Domino and how it helps large, multi-site manufacturers unlock greater efficiency and long-term value. Host Jon Ballard is joined by Bill Bonaccorsi, Director of National Accounts, who explains how dedicated account leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven insights create stronger partnerships between Domino and its customers. The conversation highlights how aligning around shared goals leads to continuous improvement, faster problem-solving, and measurable operational gains across entire organizations. 15:10 false What does a National Account Manager actually do, and why does it matter?

In this episode of Leave Your Mark, host Jon Ballard sits down with Bill Bonaccorsi, Director of National Accounts at Domino, to break down the strategy behind Domino’s National Account program.

Rather than focusing on individual sites or transactions, this approach is built around long-term partnerships with large, multi-location manufacturers. Bill explains how dedicated account managers act as a central point of coordination—connecting service, sales, engineering, and customer teams to drive alignment and results.

The discussion covers how Domino works with customers to:

  • Align on long-term business goals
  • Leverage data and insights for continuous improvement
  • Coordinate across multiple facilities and stakeholders
  • Improve operational efficiency at scale
  • Build stronger, more strategic relationships

If your organization operates across multiple locations or is looking to move beyond transactional vendor relationships, this episode offers a clear look at how a more strategic partnership model can deliver real impact.

00:00 Meet Bill at Domino
00:40 What National Accounts Do
03:42 Who Qualifies as National
04:23 Bridging Plant and Corporate
05:45 Standardization Across Sites
06:46 Service and Proactive Support
08:35 Real World Success Story
10:57 Consulting and Partner Network
12:06 Future Growth of the Role
12:52 How to Get in Touch
13:27 Trade Shows and Wrap Up

]]> national accounts, account management, Domino, coding, marking, manufacturing, continuous improvement, productivity, packaging industry, customer partnership, multi-site operations What does a National Account Manager actually do, and why does it matter?

In this episode of Leave Your Mark, host Jon Ballard sits down with Bill Bonaccorsi, Director of National Accounts at Domino, to break down the strategy behind Domino’s National Account program.

Rather than focusing on individual sites or transactions, this approach is built around long-term partnerships with large, multi-location manufacturers. Bill explains how dedicated account managers act as a central point of coordination—connecting service, sales, engineering, and customer teams to drive alignment and results.

The discussion covers how Domino works with customers to:

  • Align on long-term business goals
  • Leverage data and insights for continuous improvement
  • Coordinate across multiple facilities and stakeholders
  • Improve operational efficiency at scale
  • Build stronger, more strategic relationships

If your organization operates across multiple locations or is looking to move beyond transactional vendor relationships, this episode offers a clear look at how a more strategic partnership model can deliver real impact.

00:00 Meet Bill at Domino
00:40 What National Accounts Do
03:42 Who Qualifies as National
04:23 Bridging Plant and Corporate
05:45 Standardization Across Sites
06:46 Service and Proactive Support
08:35 Real World Success Story
10:57 Consulting and Partner Network
12:06 Future Growth of the Role
12:52 How to Get in Touch
13:27 Trade Shows and Wrap Up

]]> What does a National Account Manager actually do, and why does it matter?

In this episode of Leave Your Mark, host Jon Ballard sits down with Bill Bonaccorsi, Director of National Accounts at Domino, to break down the strategy behind Domino’s National Account program.

Rather than focusing on individual sites or transactions, this approach is built around long-term partnerships with large, multi-location manufacturers. Bill explains how dedicated account managers act as a central point of coordination—connecting service, sales, engineering, and customer teams to drive alignment and results.

The discussion covers how Domino works with customers to:

  • Align on long-term business goals
  • Leverage data and insights for continuous improvement
  • Coordinate across multiple facilities and stakeholders
  • Improve operational efficiency at scale
  • Build stronger, more strategic relationships

If your organization operates across multiple locations or is looking to move beyond transactional vendor relationships, this episode offers a clear look at how a more strategic partnership model can deliver real impact.

00:00 Meet Bill at Domino
00:40 What National Accounts Do
03:42 Who Qualifies as National
04:23 Bridging Plant and Corporate
05:45 Standardization Across Sites
06:46 Service and Proactive Support
08:35 Real World Success Story
10:57 Consulting and Partner Network
12:06 Future Growth of the Role
12:52 How to Get in Touch
13:27 Trade Shows and Wrap Up

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/N8Tq5Sfs+cMeh1VVL ]]> Jon Ballard Episode 4: SafeSupply https://codingandmarkingpodcast.fireside.fm/4 df7bb16f-6f41-4b84-80e9-d0c0e7e5fab3 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:00:00 -0600 jballard@foremostmedia.com (Jon Ballard) full Jon Ballard In this episode of Leave Your Mark, Domino experts discuss how aftermarket supplies like labels and ribbons directly impact uptime, service performance, and total cost of ownership. Our guests this week include Bryan Burrell, Brad Roush, and Ames Gardner, with our host Jon Ballard. Learn how Domino’s Safe Supply program integrates consumables and service to eliminate finger-pointing, reduce downtime, and deliver more predictable labeling operations. 24:38 false Labeling performance doesn’t stop at the machine.

In this episode of Leave Your Mark: The Coding and Marking Podcast, we dive into a critical, and often overlooked, factor in production efficiency: aftermarket supplies. Host John Ballard is joined by Domino experts Brad Roush, Bryan Burrell, and Ames to break down how labels, ribbons, and service support directly impact uptime, troubleshooting, and total cost of ownership.

The team discusses Domino’s Safe Supply program and how integrating consumables with service agreements helps manufacturers:

  • Reduce line stoppages
  • Improve long-term equipment performance
  • Eliminate “equipment vs. consumables” finger-pointing
  • Lock in predictable costs
  • Ensure consistent label and ribbon quality

From real factory floor experiences to proactive service strategies, this episode highlights why a complete labeling system, equipment, supplies, and service, delivers better results than managing each piece separately.

If you’re evaluating a new labeling system or experiencing recurring labeling issues, this episode will help you look beyond upfront equipment costs and rethink your supply strategy.

Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction to Leave Your Mark Podcast
00:28 The Importance of Aftermarket Supplies
00:58 Meet the Experts
02:24 Personal Insights from the Team
05:02 Understanding Domino's Safe Supply Program
10:11 Benefits of Safe Supply for Manufacturers
14:50 Addressing Common Misconceptions
18:48 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

]]> Labeling performance doesn’t stop at the machine.

In this episode of Leave Your Mark: The Coding and Marking Podcast, we dive into a critical, and often overlooked, factor in production efficiency: aftermarket supplies. Host John Ballard is joined by Domino experts Brad Roush, Bryan Burrell, and Ames to break down how labels, ribbons, and service support directly impact uptime, troubleshooting, and total cost of ownership.

The team discusses Domino’s Safe Supply program and how integrating consumables with service agreements helps manufacturers:

  • Reduce line stoppages
  • Improve long-term equipment performance
  • Eliminate “equipment vs. consumables” finger-pointing
  • Lock in predictable costs
  • Ensure consistent label and ribbon quality

From real factory floor experiences to proactive service strategies, this episode highlights why a complete labeling system, equipment, supplies, and service, delivers better results than managing each piece separately.

If you’re evaluating a new labeling system or experiencing recurring labeling issues, this episode will help you look beyond upfront equipment costs and rethink your supply strategy.

Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction to Leave Your Mark Podcast
00:28 The Importance of Aftermarket Supplies
00:58 Meet the Experts
02:24 Personal Insights from the Team
05:02 Understanding Domino's Safe Supply Program
10:11 Benefits of Safe Supply for Manufacturers
14:50 Addressing Common Misconceptions
18:48 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

]]> Labeling performance doesn’t stop at the machine.

In this episode of Leave Your Mark: The Coding and Marking Podcast, we dive into a critical, and often overlooked, factor in production efficiency: aftermarket supplies. Host John Ballard is joined by Domino experts Brad Roush, Bryan Burrell, and Ames to break down how labels, ribbons, and service support directly impact uptime, troubleshooting, and total cost of ownership.

The team discusses Domino’s Safe Supply program and how integrating consumables with service agreements helps manufacturers:

  • Reduce line stoppages
  • Improve long-term equipment performance
  • Eliminate “equipment vs. consumables” finger-pointing
  • Lock in predictable costs
  • Ensure consistent label and ribbon quality

From real factory floor experiences to proactive service strategies, this episode highlights why a complete labeling system, equipment, supplies, and service, delivers better results than managing each piece separately.

If you’re evaluating a new labeling system or experiencing recurring labeling issues, this episode will help you look beyond upfront equipment costs and rethink your supply strategy.

Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction to Leave Your Mark Podcast
00:28 The Importance of Aftermarket Supplies
00:58 Meet the Experts
02:24 Personal Insights from the Team
05:02 Understanding Domino's Safe Supply Program
10:11 Benefits of Safe Supply for Manufacturers
14:50 Addressing Common Misconceptions
18:48 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/N8Tq5Sfs+uQfyhMs9 ]]> Jon Ballard Episode 3: How Domino Delivers Faster Fixes and Higher Uptime Through Smarter Service Support https://codingandmarkingpodcast.fireside.fm/3 e8bffaac-2472-4c38-8960-009f6b25b77c Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:30:00 -0600 jballard@foremostmedia.com (Jon Ballard) full Jon Ballard In this episode of Leave Your Mark, the coding and marking podcast sponsored by Domino, we take a behind the scenes look at Domino’s North American service organization. The conversation focuses on how remote technical expertise, structured triage, and well prepared field service teams work together to minimize downtime and keep production lines running. Host Jon Ballard is joined by two leaders from Domino’s service team who explain how issues are diagnosed, resolved remotely when possible, and escalated efficiently when on site support is required. The discussion highlights why service success is not about technician proximity, but about preparation, coordination, and experience 30:06 false Join us for a revealing episode as we go behind the scenes of Domino’s Service Organization. Our special guest experts, Fred Brown and Ryan Parks from the North American service leadership team, discuss how remote technical support and field service work in tandem to maximize production uptime. From debunking the '800 number' stigma to utilizing Augmented Reality for instant troubleshooting, we explore how expert preparation leads to faster fixes. Tune in now and discover how world-class support keeps your manufacturing lines moving.

Key Topics Covered

  • How Domino triages service calls
  • The role of remote diagnostics and augmented reality
  • Preparing field engineers before arriving on site
  • Typical response times across North America
  • Why service quality matters more than technician proximity
  • Ongoing training and escalation processes

Resources Mentioned:
Domino North America
Find more coding and marking insights and show notes [here](codingandmarkingpodcast.com)

]]> coding, marking, printing, film, Domino, laser technology, laser printing, thermal inkjet, sustainability, environmentally friendly Join us for a revealing episode as we go behind the scenes of Domino’s Service Organization. Our special guest experts, Fred Brown and Ryan Parks from the North American service leadership team, discuss how remote technical support and field service work in tandem to maximize production uptime. From debunking the '800 number' stigma to utilizing Augmented Reality for instant troubleshooting, we explore how expert preparation leads to faster fixes. Tune in now and discover how world-class support keeps your manufacturing lines moving.

Key Topics Covered

  • How Domino triages service calls
  • The role of remote diagnostics and augmented reality
  • Preparing field engineers before arriving on site
  • Typical response times across North America
  • Why service quality matters more than technician proximity
  • Ongoing training and escalation processes

Resources Mentioned:
Domino North America
Find more coding and marking insights and show notes [here](codingandmarkingpodcast.com)

]]> Join us for a revealing episode as we go behind the scenes of Domino’s Service Organization. Our special guest experts, Fred Brown and Ryan Parks from the North American service leadership team, discuss how remote technical support and field service work in tandem to maximize production uptime. From debunking the '800 number' stigma to utilizing Augmented Reality for instant troubleshooting, we explore how expert preparation leads to faster fixes. Tune in now and discover how world-class support keeps your manufacturing lines moving.

Key Topics Covered

  • How Domino triages service calls
  • The role of remote diagnostics and augmented reality
  • Preparing field engineers before arriving on site
  • Typical response times across North America
  • Why service quality matters more than technician proximity
  • Ongoing training and escalation processes

Resources Mentioned:
Domino North America
Find more coding and marking insights and show notes [here](codingandmarkingpodcast.com)

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/N8Tq5Sfs+ajKU48UC ]]> Jon Ballard You have options – Flexible coding solutions for flexible packaging https://codingandmarkingpodcast.fireside.fm/you-have-options-flexible-coding-solutions-for-flexible-packaging d52154c9-692f-43c5-9f0f-4aba66b795fd Thu, 07 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0500 jballard@foremostmedia.com (Jon Ballard) full Jon Ballard In this episode, we explore the art and science of coding on flexible packaging. Join our special guests Dave Featherston and Jon Hall as we delve into the historical roots, navigate the challenges, and uncover the innovations that shape the industry. From traditional TTO to the revolutionary 3T Thermal InkJet and UV Laser technologies, we'll talk about their capabilities, discuss sustainability in the context of packaging, and offer insights to guide you in selecting the perfect solution for your unique needs. 18:55 false In this episode, we explore the art and science of coding on flexible packaging. Brought to you by Domino, an innovative leader in printing solutions, this show takes you on a journey through the evolution of marking and coding on film. Join our special guests Dave Featherston and Jon Hall as we delve into the historical roots, navigate the challenges, and uncover the innovations that shape the industry. From traditional TTO to the revolutionary 3T Thermal InkJet and UV Laser technologies, we'll talk about their capabilities, discuss sustainability in the context of packaging, and offer insights to guide you in selecting the perfect solution for your unique needs.

Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
0:42 History of Printing
2:19 Laser on Film
3:38 Differences Between Traditional TTO, 3T Thermal InkJet, and UV Laser Tech
9:30 What is Domino's New 3T Thermal InkJet?
12:23 How Do These Technologies Tackle Sustainability?
16:50 Meet Us at Booth 1614 at Pack Expo Next Week!

Resources Mentioned:
Domino North America
Find more coding and marking insights and show notes [here](codingandmarkingpodcast.com)

]]> coding, marking, printing, film, Domino, laser technology, laser printing, thermal inkjet, sustainability, environmentally friendly In this episode, we explore the art and science of coding on flexible packaging. Brought to you by Domino, an innovative leader in printing solutions, this show takes you on a journey through the evolution of marking and coding on film. Join our special guests Dave Featherston and Jon Hall as we delve into the historical roots, navigate the challenges, and uncover the innovations that shape the industry. From traditional TTO to the revolutionary 3T Thermal InkJet and UV Laser technologies, we'll talk about their capabilities, discuss sustainability in the context of packaging, and offer insights to guide you in selecting the perfect solution for your unique needs.

Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
0:42 History of Printing
2:19 Laser on Film
3:38 Differences Between Traditional TTO, 3T Thermal InkJet, and UV Laser Tech
9:30 What is Domino's New 3T Thermal InkJet?
12:23 How Do These Technologies Tackle Sustainability?
16:50 Meet Us at Booth 1614 at Pack Expo Next Week!

Resources Mentioned:
Domino North America
Find more coding and marking insights and show notes [here](codingandmarkingpodcast.com)

]]> In this episode, we explore the art and science of coding on flexible packaging. Brought to you by Domino, an innovative leader in printing solutions, this show takes you on a journey through the evolution of marking and coding on film. Join our special guests Dave Featherston and Jon Hall as we delve into the historical roots, navigate the challenges, and uncover the innovations that shape the industry. From traditional TTO to the revolutionary 3T Thermal InkJet and UV Laser technologies, we'll talk about their capabilities, discuss sustainability in the context of packaging, and offer insights to guide you in selecting the perfect solution for your unique needs.

Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
0:42 History of Printing
2:19 Laser on Film
3:38 Differences Between Traditional TTO, 3T Thermal InkJet, and UV Laser Tech
9:30 What is Domino's New 3T Thermal InkJet?
12:23 How Do These Technologies Tackle Sustainability?
16:50 Meet Us at Booth 1614 at Pack Expo Next Week!

Resources Mentioned:
Domino North America
Find more coding and marking insights and show notes [here](codingandmarkingpodcast.com)

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/N8Tq5Sfs+tXL0EQXV ]]> Jon Ballard Barcode Compliance - Fines, fines, everywhere there are fines https://codingandmarkingpodcast.fireside.fm/episode-1-barcode-compliance-fines e940dc94-ef02-4561-a66a-f402f74bbd59 Wed, 09 Aug 2023 16:15:00 -0500 jballard@foremostmedia.com (Jon Ballard) full Jon Ballard Join us for an insightful episode as we explore the intricate world of barcode compliance in the podcast, sponsored by Domino. Our special guest experts, Mark Shaffer and Paul Hammond from the Domino North America national account team, share their wealth of experience, providing valuable perspectives on top pain points faced by large consumer product manufacturers. From the basics of compliance to tackling implementation challenges and understanding the consequences of non-compliance, we've got it all covered. Whether you're an industry veteran or new to the concept, this episode offers essential knowledge to enhance your operations. Tune in now and equip yourself with the expertise to achieve compliance success. 29:12 false Join us for an insightful episode as we explore the intricate world of barcode compliance in the podcast, sponsored by Domino. Our special guest experts, Mark Shaffer and Paul Hammond from the Domino North America national account team, share their wealth of experience, providing valuable perspectives on top pain points faced by large consumer product manufacturers. From the basics of compliance to tackling implementation challenges and understanding the consequences of non-compliance, we've got it all covered. Whether you're an industry veteran or new to the concept, this episode offers essential knowledge to enhance your operations. Tune in now and equip yourself with the expertise to achieve compliance success.

Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
2:46 Compliance with the New Walmart Guidelines
8:41 The California E-Pedigree Law Set a Precedent
11:23 "This One Seems Real"
12:55 How Will Walmart Enforce This?
15:03 Different Departments Need to Come Together
17:49 How to Start Getting Compliant
23:51 Sunrise 2027 & the Industry's Push to Standardize Around 2D Barcodes
28:21 Where You Can Find More Information

Resources Mentioned:
Domino North America
Find more coding and marking insights and show notes [here](codingandmarkingpodcast.com)

]]> coding, marking, barcode, qr code, barcode compliance, fines Join us for an insightful episode as we explore the intricate world of barcode compliance in the podcast, sponsored by Domino. Our special guest experts, Mark Shaffer and Paul Hammond from the Domino North America national account team, share their wealth of experience, providing valuable perspectives on top pain points faced by large consumer product manufacturers. From the basics of compliance to tackling implementation challenges and understanding the consequences of non-compliance, we've got it all covered. Whether you're an industry veteran or new to the concept, this episode offers essential knowledge to enhance your operations. Tune in now and equip yourself with the expertise to achieve compliance success.

Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
2:46 Compliance with the New Walmart Guidelines
8:41 The California E-Pedigree Law Set a Precedent
11:23 "This One Seems Real"
12:55 How Will Walmart Enforce This?
15:03 Different Departments Need to Come Together
17:49 How to Start Getting Compliant
23:51 Sunrise 2027 & the Industry's Push to Standardize Around 2D Barcodes
28:21 Where You Can Find More Information

Resources Mentioned:
Domino North America
Find more coding and marking insights and show notes [here](codingandmarkingpodcast.com)

]]> Join us for an insightful episode as we explore the intricate world of barcode compliance in the podcast, sponsored by Domino. Our special guest experts, Mark Shaffer and Paul Hammond from the Domino North America national account team, share their wealth of experience, providing valuable perspectives on top pain points faced by large consumer product manufacturers. From the basics of compliance to tackling implementation challenges and understanding the consequences of non-compliance, we've got it all covered. Whether you're an industry veteran or new to the concept, this episode offers essential knowledge to enhance your operations. Tune in now and equip yourself with the expertise to achieve compliance success.

Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
2:46 Compliance with the New Walmart Guidelines
8:41 The California E-Pedigree Law Set a Precedent
11:23 "This One Seems Real"
12:55 How Will Walmart Enforce This?
15:03 Different Departments Need to Come Together
17:49 How to Start Getting Compliant
23:51 Sunrise 2027 & the Industry's Push to Standardize Around 2D Barcodes
28:21 Where You Can Find More Information

Resources Mentioned:
Domino North America
Find more coding and marking insights and show notes [here](codingandmarkingpodcast.com)

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/N8Tq5Sfs+Gyh3ba43 ]]> Jon Ballard