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
Craft, Care, and Community: William "Bill E." Stitt of Bill-E's Small Batch Bacon | Ep. 6
In this episode of Industry Ignited, Dr. Leeanne Aguilar sits down with William “Billy” Stitt, founder of Billy’s Small Batch Bacon and Billy’s Restaurant in Fairhope, Alabama. From humble beginnings in a roadhouse kitchen to becoming one of America’s most talked-about artisanal bacon makers, Billy shares how passion, tradition, and relentless dedication shaped his journey.
He reveals the craft behind his eight-day curing and cold-smoking process, the importance of animal care, and why every detail—from wood selection to packaging—matters. Along the way, listeners hear stories of soulful traditions like serenading bacon, scaling a handcrafted product without losing quality, and how personal wellness and community giving are woven into his brand.
Billy’s story is one of grit, creativity, and heart—a reminder that when you pour passion into your work, people don’t just taste the difference, they feel it.