Purpose In Action

In Episode 5, host Annie Murmann talks with Mark Czaja, Vice President and Chief Technology & Innovation Officer at Parker Hannifin, to explore how Parker's disciplined approach to innovation connects engineering expertise across industries. From the Spirit of St. Louis to the F-35 and from life sciences to electrification and hydrogen technologies, Mark explains how Parker's core motion and control capabilities adapt and evolve to solve complex challenges. He also shares how responsible engineering, customer partnership, and a commitment to "zero defects" ensure that Parker's technologies perform in mission-critical applications around the world. Presenter / Moderator: Annie Murmann, Host Parker Expert: Mark Czaja, Vice President - Chief Technology & Innovation Officer  Discover how collaboration, engineering fundamentals, and responsible design are driving meaningful progress across aerospace, manufacturing, energy, life sciences, and beyond.

In Episode 4, host Annie Murmann talks with Martha Connell, Vice President of EHS and Sustainability at Parker Hannifin, to explore how Parker's long-term sustainability strategy is creating business value and measurable impact around the world.  From solar-powered manufacturing facilities and high-performance teams to Parker's ambitious carbon-reduction goals, Ms. Connell explains how sustainability connects people, performance, and purpose across Parker's global operations. She also shares how corporate social responsibility programs — from disaster-relief efforts to community grants — reflect Parker's belief that doing well and doing good are part of the same equation.  Presenter / Moderator:Annie Murmann, Host Parker Expert:Martha Connell, Vice President, EHS & Sustainability Join us for a future-focused look at how Parker Hannifin is advancing sustainability across its global operations. Discover how collaboration, innovation, and purpose are driving real progress toward a cleaner, more sustainable tomorrow. To hear more on Parker's Purpose in Action visit: https://www.parker.com/purpose

In this episode of Purpose in Action, we visit Parker Hannifin's Filtration Innovation Center to speak with Dr. Tyrone Wells, Laboratory Manager and visionary engineer. Dr. Wells shares how his team is shaping tomorrow's markets by developing breakthrough filtration technologies - like hydrogen fuel cell filtration and hollow fiber systems - before the demand even exists. From mentoring young students to pioneering clean energy solutions, Dr. Wells reminds us that innovation isn't just a process - it's a mindset.

In this episode of Purpose in Action, host Annie Murmann speaks with Paul Kamel, Sales Manager in Parker Hannifin's Filtration Division, about the water purification technology helping to provide access to clean water worldwide. Learn how Parker watermakers use reverse osmosis to convert seawater into potable in disaster zones, remote locations, and even luxury yachts. Discover the potential impact of these systems on global water shortages and Parker's role in advancing clean energy initiatives​.

In this debut episode of Purpose in Action, we dive into Parker Hannifin's role in the electrification of work vehicles. Host Annie Murmann speaks with Stuart Goodnick, Engineering Manager at Parker, about the Global Vehicle Motor (GVM) and how it's powering the shift toward cleaner, more efficient transportation. From electric buses to refuse trucks and autonomous tractors, learn how Parker is shaping the future of sustainable mobility​.