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Podcast 487: Mike Nelson of Martin Guitars

Podcast 487: Mike Nelson of Martin Guitars

Update: 2025-01-11
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This week, we're joined by Mike Nelson, Martin Guitars' VP of Global Marketing. 
 
Mike has a coveted job: He gets to tell the story of one of the world's most loved guitar brands.
 
We talk about the challenges Mike faces in his role, the yearslong planning process for new Martin models, where he sees growth in the industry, the Martin Custom Shop, NAMM, and more. 
 
It's a unique take on the business of guitar. 
 
 
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Podcast 487: Mike Nelson of Martin Guitars

Podcast 487: Mike Nelson of Martin Guitars

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