Industry Ignited Podcast

• Episode 6. William "Bill E." Stitt, Owner of Bill-E's Small Batch Bacon

  In this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with William “Billy” Stitt, founder of Billy’s Small Batch Bacon and Billy’s Restaurant in Fairhope, Alabama. From humble beginnings in a roadhouse kitchen to becoming one of America’s most talked-about artisanal bacon makers, Billy shares how passion, tradition, and relentless dedication shaped his journey.He reveals the craft behind his eight-day curing and cold-smoking process, the importance of animal care, and why every detail—from wood selection to packaging—matters. Along the way, listeners hear stories of soulful traditions like serenading bacon, scaling a handcrafted product without losing quality, and how personal wellness and community giving are woven into his brand.Billy’s story is one of grit, creativity, and heart—a reminder that when you pour passion into your work, people don’t just taste the difference, they feel it.

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• Episode 5. Andy Johnston, P.E., President of Johnston Engineering

  In this episode of Industry Ignited, host Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Andy Johnston, PE—Principal Mechanical Engineer at Johnston Engineering, licensed professional engineer in Washington State, and instructor at Gonzaga University.With over 20 years of experience in product development, thermal management, two-phase flow, and heat transfer, Andy has built a career tackling the toughest technical challenges in industries like aerospace, biotechnology, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing.We discuss:🔹 Andy’s journey from aerospace engineering to launching Johnston Engineering🔹 The innovation process and applying advanced analysis to real-world problems🔹 Lessons learned from entrepreneurship in engineering🔹 Trends shaping the future of engineering design and product developmentIf you’re passionate about engineering, product development, or innovation, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.📌 Subscribe to Industry Ignited for more conversations with the leaders, innovators, and disruptors shaping the future of industry.#IndustryIgnited #PodcastInterview #AndyJohnston #JohnstonEngineering #MechanicalEngineering #EngineeringInnovation #ProductDevelopment #ThermalManagement #AerospaceEngineering #RenewableEnergyTech #AdvancedManufacturing #EngineeringLeadership #EntrepreneurEngineer #FutureOfEngineering #EngineeringDesign #STEMLeadership 

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• Episode 4. John Wieland, CEO of MH Equipment

  In this inspiring episode of Industry Ignited, host Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with John Wieland, CEO of MH Equipment and author of Uncommon Threads. Since acquiring MH Equipment in 1994, John has grown the company from 50 employees to over 1,100 across 30+ locations—without a formal strategic growth plan. Instead, his philosophy has been simple: stay flexible, seize opportunities, and never lose sight of purpose.John shares candidly about his early challenges as an inexperienced business owner, how humility and timing shaped his success, and the pivotal decision to create His First Foundation, which has since given over $35 million to causes close to employees’ hearts. #IndustryIgnited #PodcastInterview #JohnWeiland #MHEquipment #LeadershipPodcast #BusinessTurnaround #FaithAndLeadership #UncommonThreads #EntrepreneurJourney #CompanyCulture #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipLessons #IndustrialLeadership #MaterialHandling #B2BLeadership #InspiringLeaders #WorkplaceCulture 

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• Episode 3. Guy Babbitt, CEO of CZERO

  In this episode of Industry Ignited, host Dr. Leanne Aguilar sits down with Guy Babbitt, PhD, the co-founder and CEO of CZERO, a cutting-edge mechanical engineering services firm at the forefront of clean energy innovation. With a mission to reduce energy consumption, improve efficiency, and fight climate change, CZERO specializes in taking bold energy concepts from initial idea to prototype, spanning industries from renewables to fossil fuels, and even industrial decarbonization.Guy shares his journey, from his environmentalist roots to his entrepreneurial spirit, and the inspiration behind founding CZERO. He dives into the company's role in accelerating the clean energy transition, their versatile approach to early-stage R&D, and the collaborative partnerships that turn visionary ideas into scalable technologies.In this conversation, Guy discusses the challenges and opportunities in clean energy, how CZERO works closely with clients to bring concepts to life, and the importance of finding innovative solutions that are not only environmentally sustainable but also economically viable. He also shares the company's work on impactful projects, including wave energy harvesting and long-duration storage, as well as the lessons he's learned in navigating the political and economic hurdles of the energy sector.Listen to Guy's passion for making a difference, as he explains how CZERO’s mission-driven approach is shaping the future of energy, one breakthrough at a time.#IndustryIgnited #PodcastInterview #GuyBabbitt #CZERO #CleanEnergyInnovation #EnergyTransition #Decarbonization #SustainableTechnology #RenewableEnergy #ClimateSolutions #EngineeringLeadership #EnergyEfficiency #GreenTech #FutureOfEnergy #EntrepreneurshipPodcast #IndustrialInnovation #WaveEnergy #LongDurationStorage

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• Episode 2. Austin Tenette - Business Broker

  In this episode, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Austin Tenette, Senior Business Advisor at Transworld Business Advisors and creator of the Prepare to Sell coaching program. Together, they explore how business owners—especially in light of the “Silver Tsunami” of baby boomer retirements—can prepare to sell their businesses for maximum value.Austin shares insights from his career transition from corporate leadership to business coaching and brokerage. He outlines three essential pillars for selling a business successfully.He also discusses common valuation pitfalls, like “key man syndrome,” overreliance on personal relationships, and poor financial recordkeeping. The conversation emphasizes the importance of starting exit planning 3–5 years in advance, and how coaching, peer groups, and KPIs can help business owners stay focused, scale sustainably, and create transferable value.Whether you're planning your exit or just getting started, this episode offers practical strategies and eye-opening truths every entrepreneur should hear.#IndustryIgnited #PodcastInterview #AustinTenette #TransworldBusinessAdvisors #PrepareToSell #BusinessExitPlanning #SilverTsunami #BusinessValuation #EntrepreneurPodcast #ExitStrategy #BusinessCoaching #SellYourBusiness #EntrepreneurshipPodcast #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipInsights #BusinessOwners

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