Industry Ignited Podcast

The future of smart buildings isn't about adding more technology. It's about making technology work better for people. In this insightful episode of Industry Ignited, host Dr. Leeanne Aguilar welcomes Jose Morcillo, CEO and Founder of KNX Supply and Wolf Building Technology, for an engaging discussion about smart building automation, open standards, and the innovations reshaping modern spaces. Drawing from his extensive international experience, Jose reveals the challenges of traditional proprietary systems and why flexibility, reliability, and long-term compatibility are essential when designing intelligent buildings. He also shares how KNX technology allows different manufacturers and systems to communicate seamlessly, helping property owners avoid expensive vendor lock-in while preparing their buildings for future advancements.

The discussion goes beyond traditional automation to explore how AI-powered systems, intelligent lighting, predictive maintenance, and real-time energy optimization are creating more efficient and comfortable environments. Jose highlights the importance of human-centered design, explaining why smart technology should feel natural, intuitive, and almost invisible to the people using it. From reducing energy consumption in commercial buildings to improving wellness through lighting that supports natural circadian rhythms, this conversation reveals how thoughtful innovation can deliver meaningful results.

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 https://industryignited.com/
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 https://www.instagram.com/industryignited/
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 https://www.facebook.com/industryignited/
𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 https://www.linkedin.com/company/industry-ignited
𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 https://open.spotify.com/show/3TX1L5LPr4lt1UtcSpSvlN?si=7037433a58c54162
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/industry-ignited-podcast/id1824619671

𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmmorcillo/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/knxsupply-com/

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Innovation isn't just about creating something new. It's about developing technology that solves real problems and can make a lasting impact. In this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar welcomes Louis Ross, CEO of MEI Micro, for an insightful conversation about entrepreneurship, advanced engineering, and the future of precision sensing technology. Louis explains how his company is developing navigation-grade MEMS sensors that deliver exceptional accuracy in remarkably small devices, opening opportunities across autonomous vehicles, aerospace, defense, medical wearables, and robotics. He also reveals why moving beyond traditional research and development methods and focusing on scalable manufacturing can make the difference between a promising invention and a commercially successful technology.

The conversation also explores the mindset required to become a successful innovator and entrepreneur. Drawing from his international experience, particularly in Japan, Louis highlights the value of cultural understanding, mentorship, humility, and learning from different perspectives. He discusses the risks of overdependence on artificial intelligence, the importance of developing independent thinking skills, and why future leaders must continue reading, researching, and challenging themselves to learn. From building a startup with limited resources to preparing for the next generation of technological breakthroughs, this episode offers valuable lessons for entrepreneurs, engineers, business leaders, and anyone passionate about innovation. Tune in to Industry Ignited and discover how curiosity, resilience, and strategic thinking can turn ambitious ideas into industry-changing solutions.

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 https://industryignited.com/
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 https://www.instagram.com/industryignited/
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 https://www.facebook.com/industryignited/
𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 https://www.linkedin.com/company/industry-ignited
𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 https://open.spotify.com/show/3TX1L5LPr4lt1UtcSpSvlN?si=7037433a58c54162
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/industry-ignited-podcast/id1824619671

𝐋𝐨𝐮𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐬
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bushi1/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/motion-engine-inc-/

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Can millions of simple processors working independently unlock a new approach to computing? Steven Swift joins Dr. Leeanne Aguilar on Industry Ignited to discuss the ideas behind WIS and why he believes simplicity at the processor level can create extraordinary flexibility, reliability, and performance at scale. He breaks down concepts including clockless operation, parallel processing, power efficiency, and the ability to distribute computational tasks across different processing units.

Beyond the technology, Steven discusses one of innovation’s biggest obstacles: the willingness to challenge the way things have always been done. The conversation moves from processor architecture and chip development to engineering education, creative problem-solving, failure, and building from first principles. It’s an exploration of what can happen when engineers stop simply optimizing existing systems and begin asking whether there is an entirely different way forward.

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 https://industryignited.com/
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 https://www.instagram.com/industryignited/
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 https://www.facebook.com/industryignited/
𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 https://www.linkedin.com/company/industry-ignited
𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 https://open.spotify.com/show/3TX1L5LPr4lt1UtcSpSvlN?si=7037433a58c54162
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/industry-ignited-podcast/id1824619671

𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐟𝐭
https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-swift-20a9b05/

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What does it take to build a workplace where people feel supported, accountable, and motivated to perform? In this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Jamile Dingle to explore why strong HR foundations matter from the very beginning. Drawing from his experience across the military, manufacturing, workforce development, and HR leadership, Jamile discusses the importance of clear expectations, consistent policies, documentation, intentional onboarding, communication, and a strong workplace culture.

The conversation also explores why employees often leave managers rather than companies, how leaders can approach accountability as an opportunity for improvement, and why businesses shouldn't wait for problems before investing in HR. Jamile also shares insights on responsible AI use in the workplace, protecting sensitive company information, and recognizing the valuable transferable skills veterans can bring to industrial and manufacturing organizations. Tune in for practical lessons on building stronger teams, reducing organizational risk, and creating a people-first culture that can grow with the business.

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 https://industryignited.com/
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 https://www.instagram.com/industryignited/
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 https://www.facebook.com/industryignited/
𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 https://www.linkedin.com/company/industry-ignited
𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 https://open.spotify.com/show/3TX1L5LPr4lt1UtcSpSvlN?si=7037433a58c54162
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/industry-ignited-podcast/id1824619671

𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamile-dingle/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/salute-me/

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What if offshoring isn’t actually saving companies as much money as they think? In this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Harry Moser, founder of the Reshoring Initiative, to explore the true cost of offshore manufacturing and why bringing production back to the United States can make strong business sense. Harry explains why companies need to look beyond wages and purchase prices and consider freight, tariffs, inventory, supply chain risk, quality, communication, and the total cost of ownership.

The conversation also explores the future of American manufacturing, workforce development, skilled trades, apprenticeships, geopolitical risk, and the structural changes needed to make U.S. manufacturing more competitive. Harry shares practical insights for CEOs and business leaders evaluating reshoring opportunities and explains how the Total Cost of Ownership Estimator can help companies make smarter sourcing decisions. Tune in to discover why reshoring is about more than bringing jobs home;it’s about building stronger, more resilient, and more competitive businesses.

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 https://industryignited.com/
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 https://www.instagram.com/industryignited/
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 https://www.facebook.com/industryignited/
𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 https://www.linkedin.com/company/industry-ignited
𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 https://open.spotify.com/show/3TX1L5LPr4lt1UtcSpSvlN?si=7037433a58c54162
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/industry-ignited-podcast/id1824619671 

𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐫
https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-moser-58a8024/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/reshoring-initiative/

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What if one of the world’s biggest waste problems could become one of its most valuable energy solutions? In this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Dave Goebel, CEO and Founder of EnVerde LLC, to explore how waste streams can be transformed into clean energy and valuable chemical resources.

Dave shares his journey from global leadership roles in the oil and chemical industries to building a sustainability technology company focused on waste-to-energy innovation. He explains how catalytic gasification can convert organic waste into syngas and heat, why localized energy systems could play an important role in the future, and why environmental solutions must also make economic sense to achieve widespread adoption. The conversation also dives into scaling clean technology, building strategic partnerships, navigating startup funding, and the resilience entrepreneurs need when they hear “no” far more often than “yes.”

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 https://industryignited.com/
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 https://www.instagram.com/industryignited/
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 https://www.facebook.com/industryignited/
𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 https://www.linkedin.com/company/industry-ignited
𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 https://open.spotify.com/show/3TX1L5LPr4lt1UtcSpSvlN?si=7037433a58c54162
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/industry-ignited-podcast/id1824619671 

𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐝 𝐆𝐨𝐞𝐛𝐞𝐥
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhgoebel/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/enverde-llc/

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What does it take to transform a 50-year-old family business into a future-ready mobility company? In this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Tariq Miflal, CEO of Lumala, to explore how a third-generation manufacturing business is evolving from traditional bicycles into e-bikes, cargo bikes, electric mobility solutions, and new sustainable business models.

Tariq shares lessons from leading through disruption, earning the trust of long-time employees, understanding customers firsthand, and choosing profitability over competing in a race to the bottom. From automation and data-driven manufacturing to sustainability, global expansion, and battery-swapping technology, this conversation offers valuable insights for leaders navigating transformation while preserving the strengths of a legacy business.

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 https://industryignited.com/
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 https://www.instagram.com/industryignited/
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 https://www.facebook.com/industryignited/
𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 https://www.linkedin.com/company/industry-ignited
𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 https://open.spotify.com/show/3TX1L5LPr4lt1UtcSpSvlN?si=7037433a58c54162
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/industry-ignited-podcast/id1824619671

𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐪 𝐌𝐢𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐥
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tariq-miflal-9a55a535/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/lumala-bicycle/

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What happens when a frustrating personal recovery experience reveals a problem the healthcare industry has overlooked? On this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Sam Jacobsak, a former professional baseball player turned entrepreneur, to explore how his own shoulder surgery and struggle to sleep during recovery inspired him to build a solution designed around a real patient need.

Sam shares his journey from athlete to entrepreneur, the development of the Shoulder Sleeper, and the importance of listening closely to customers when building and improving a product. He also discusses scaling operations, working with surgeons, expanding internationally, balancing B2B and direct-to-consumer growth, and the potential role of better sleep in improving recovery. Tune in for a conversation about patient-centered innovation, entrepreneurship, and why some of the best business opportunities begin with problems hiding in plain sight.

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 https://industryignited.com/
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 https://www.instagram.com/industryignited/
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 https://www.facebook.com/industryignited/
𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 https://www.linkedin.com/company/industry-ignited
𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 https://open.spotify.com/show/3TX1L5LPr4lt1UtcSpSvlN?si=7037433a58c54162
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/industry-ignited-podcast/id1824619671

𝐒𝐚𝐦 𝐉𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐛𝐬𝐚𝐤
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-jacobsak-702a4a1a3/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/shoulder-sleeper/

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What if spine surgeons could operate with real-time 3D guidance while reducing their reliance on intraoperative radiation? In this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Erez Lampert, CEO and founder of PathKeeper Surgical, to explore how AI, optical 3D imaging, and surgical navigation are changing the future of spine surgery.

Erez shares how his background in aerospace, defense, and digital dentistry helped shape PathKeeper’s approach to precision and safety in the operating room. They discuss the limitations of traditional X-ray-based navigation, the challenges of building trustworthy surgical AI, PathKeeper’s vision for an AI perception layer for surgical robotics, and what it takes to bring complex MedTech from FDA clearance to commercialization.

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 https://industryignited.com/
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 https://www.instagram.com/industryignited/
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 https://www.facebook.com/industryignited/
𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 https://www.linkedin.com/company/industry-ignited
𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 https://open.spotify.com/show/3TX1L5LPr4lt1UtcSpSvlN?si=7037433a58c54162
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/industry-ignited-podcast/id1824619671

𝐄𝐫𝐞𝐳 𝐋𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭
https://www.linkedin.com/in/erez-lampert/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/pathkeeper/

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What does it take to walk away from a successful career in finance and build a purpose-driven brand from the ground up? In this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Anu Luthra, founder and CEO of Lumehra, to explore her journey from corporate finance to entrepreneurship and the lessons she learned along the way.

Anu shares how her first product became an unexpected lesson in market validation, why even a great idea isn’t enough if it doesn’t solve a clear customer problem, and how learning to separate emotion from the numbers helped shape the way she approaches business today. She also discusses how her family’s sensitivities inspired Lumehra’s clean home care products and why the company focuses on effective, plant- and mineral-based solutions designed around simplicity, convenience, and purpose.

By listening closely to customers and knowing when to pivot, this conversation offers valuable insights for founders navigating manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, consulting, and cross-border expansion. Anu also shares an important reminder for aspiring entrepreneurs: you don’t need to have everything figured out before you begin; confidence often comes after taking action.

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 https://industryignited.com/
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 https://www.instagram.com/industryignited/
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 https://www.facebook.com/industryignited/
𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 https://www.linkedin.com/company/industry-ignited
𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 https://open.spotify.com/show/3TX1L5LPr4lt1UtcSpSvlN?si=7037433a58c54162
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/industry-ignited-podcast/id1824619671

𝐀𝐧𝐮 𝐋𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐚
https://www.linkedin.com/in/anu-luthra-6116605/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/lumehra-intl-inc/

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