
Industry Ignited Podcast
Industry Ignited is a platform for bold conversations with leaders who are transforming the way business gets done. Each episode spotlights breakthrough stories from the industrial, manufacturing, biotech, chemical, and B2B sectors, giving you an inside look at how top executives, innovators, and changemakers tackle real-world challenges and drive meaningful growth.
Hosted by Dr. Leeanne Aguilar—entrepreneur, executive coach, and marketing strategist—Industry Ignited goes beyond surface-level discussions to uncover the strategies, mindsets, and lessons that fuel leadership at the highest level. From navigating complex operations and scaling companies to rethinking culture and preparing for the future of work, every conversation is designed to inspire, challenge, and equip you with fresh perspectives.
Whether you’re an executive, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this podcast will spark ideas, expand your vision, and ignite the drive to lead with confidence in today’s evolving business landscape.
Industry Ignited Podcast
Engineering Innovation in Action with Andy Johnston, CEO of Johnston Engineering | Ep. 5
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 development
If you’re passionate about engineering, product development, or innovation, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.
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