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
Turning Adversity Into Innovation: Robert Lewis of Quester and Freedom to Roam Walker | Ep. 8
In this episode of Industry Ignited, host Dr. Leeanne Aguilar welcomes Robert Louis Lewis, owner of Quester, a world-renowned market research firm, and founder of Freedom to Roam Walker, a company pioneering mobility solutions for individuals with limited mobility. With over four decades of entrepreneurial leadership across industries like land management, finance, consulting, and global research, Lewis shares how resilience, creativity, and purpose have fueled his journey.
After a personal health challenge left him an incomplete quadriplegic, Lewis transformed frustration into innovation by inventing the Independent Stand-Up Walker, a device that restores dignity, independence, and freedom to those with mobility limitations. He also reflects on leading Quester to global recognition through AI-driven market research, culture-driven leadership, and award-winning client impact.
Listeners will gain inspiration and actionable lessons on:
- How adversity can fuel innovation and resilience
- Why hiring smarter, delegating, and empowering people drives success
- The role of AI in market research and business growth
- How mission-driven entrepreneurship creates lasting social impact
This powerful conversation highlights how Robert Louis Lewis continues to ignite industries and change lives—proving that resilience, values, and innovation can turn even the greatest challenges into opportunities.