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Industry Ignited: Conversations That Power Progress
A podcast dedicated to spotlighting the people, processes, and progress behind industrial, manufacturing, and B2B success.
Industry Ignited is a podcast powered by Empire Creative that brings bold, insightful conversations to the forefront of industrial services, manufacturing, chemical, and B2B sectors. Hosted by Dr. Leeanne Aguilar, each episode features leaders who are driving innovation, navigating real-world challenges, and making an impact in their industries.
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Episode 115 . Isabel Pulido, CEO and Founder of NanoFreeze
How NanoFreeze Is Revolutionizing Energy-Efficient Refrigeration
What if businesses could reduce refrigeration costs without replacing their existing cooling systems? In this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Isabel Pulido, CEO and Founder of NanoFreeze. Inspired by the challenges of rural communities with limited access to electricity, Isabel developed a cooling technology designed to reduce energy consumption, lower operating costs, and make refrigeration more accessible. According to Isabel, NanoFreeze’s technology can achieve energy savings of up to 44% in certain refrigeration applications and approximately 30% to 35% in industrial chillers, helping businesses improve efficiency without investing in entirely new equipment.
Episode 114. Josh O’Neal, Founder of Kinetic Leadership
Why Trust and Empowerment Build Stronger Teams
In this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Dr. Josh O’Neal, Founder of Kinetic Leadership, to explore why micromanagement is one of the biggest obstacles to effective leadership. Drawing from his experience in engineering, aerospace, and leadership development, Josh explains how technically skilled professionals often struggle when transitioning into leadership roles because they find it difficult to let go of responsibilities they once handled themselves.
Throughout their conversation, Dr. Leeanne emphasizes that great leaders must learn to step back, delegate responsibilities, and trust their teams to deliver results.
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Leeanne Aguilar, Ph.D.
Leeanne Aguilar, Ph.D. is the host of Industry Ignited and the founder and CEO of Empire Creative, a full-service marketing agency serving B2B, industrial, manufacturing, and professional services companies. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial and marketing experience—and a doctorate in Business Administration—Leeanne blends real-world strategy with academic insight to bring meaningful conversations to the mic. Her passion for spotlighting industry leaders, sharing growth stories, and exploring innovative solutions drives every episode. Through Industry Ignited, she connects listeners with the people and ideas shaping the future of business.
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If you’d like to share your story, showcase your expertise, and gain free exposure for your business, we’d love to feature you on the Industry Ignited podcast. This is a great opportunity to highlight your company, build credibility, and receive professionally produced content you can use for your own marketing. Click below to schedule a time to be interviewed—we’d be honored to spotlight your journey.
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Discover the latest episodes of Industry Ignited and hear directly from leaders shaping the future of manufacturing, industrial services, chemical processing, and B2B business. Each episode offers real-world insights, practical strategies, and inspiring stories of growth, innovation, and leadership.
Whether you’re looking for new ideas, expert perspectives, or just a spark of inspiration, our curated playlist has something for every industrial and B2B professional. Hit play and explore what’s possible when bold minds come together.
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