The Impulse Spotlight - Episode 15

In this episode we meet with the Vice President of Product Development at MillerKnoll, a company that specializes in workplace furniture. Our guest is an avid game player spending his free time honing his skills in activities like volleyball, tennis, cornhole and darts. He also enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters.

Larry Kallio was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan. He went on to study Math and Statistics at Grand Valley State University, initially aspiring to be a high school math teacher and swimming coach. After college, Larry's career took a different turn, landing a part-time job at Steelcase, which soon evolved into a full-time role in office furniture custom development.

In 1999, after 5 years at Steelcase, Larry joined Herman Miller, now MillerKnoll, as a development engineer. Over the past 24 years he has made significant contributions to the company, leading product development and customization efforts.

Today we'll be diving into some of Larry's most notable work, specifically the development of the Renewed Height Adjustable Table. We'll explore the development process, from the initial timeline and team involvement to the key milestones and the prototyping process. Larry shares insights into the use of diecast parts for testing and the challenges faced with making world class furniture. Additionally he'll offer valuable advice for those looking to make a significant impact in the product development industry.

Join us as we learn from Larry's wealth of experience and gain a deeper understanding of the art and science of product development.

To learn more about the products Larry discusses, visit https://millerknoll.com

To learn more about Impulse, visit https://impulseproductdevelopment.com