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
From Silicon to Sci-Fi: Michael Choate on Problem-Solving, AI Risks, and the Future of Technology | Ep. 22
In this Industry Ignited episode, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with Michael Choate, president of Solutions Press and author of Silicon Trenches, to explore the fascinating evolution of technology—from hands-on debugging in the pre-AI era to today’s rapid rise of artificial intelligence. Drawing on decades in semiconductor engineering and product development, Choate shares his proven methods for solving “impossible” problems, building resilient teams, and teaching critical thinking in high-tech environments. He also warns of the growing risks of AI dependency, from energy demand to infrastructure vulnerabilities, while offering insights into how creative minds can shape a safer, smarter future.