Titans of Industry
Business & Finance
About
Titans of Industry is a podcast featuring conversations with the leaders building behemoths in their space — from companies that are already household names to the ones that might be next. Each episode dives into the real story behind scale: the defining moments, the hard decisions, and the strategies that separate good companies from great ones. If you’re obsessed with business, leadership, and building something that lasts… you’re in the right place.
Episodes
- Bootstrap Startup Strategy: Scaling Without Venture Capital with Tarun Aleti
James Onyks interviews Tarun Aleti, co-founder of PartRunner, on scaling a B2B AI logistics marketplace without heavy venture capital. The episode details PartRunner's lean, profit-focused approach, emphasizing operational discipline, earl…
- Community-Led Brand Growth: Scaling Womaness Through Education with Sally Mueller
Sally Mueller, CEO of Womaness, shares how her personal experience with menopause inspired her to create a brand focused on midlife health. The episode explores how Womaness built a community and educated consumers to transform the menopau…
- Sports Ministry Innovation: Scaling a Mission-Driven Soccer Club with Aaron DeLoach
Aaron DeLoach, founder of Impact City FC, discusses building a mission-driven, faith-based soccer organization with multiple locations. He shares insights on scaling sustainably while staying true to core values and aligning vision with ex…
- Supply Chain Strategy: Designing End-to-End Product Lifecycle Services with David Schroeder
James Onyks interviews David Schroeder, CEO of RelianceCM, on Titans of Industry. They discuss transforming the business with AI for real-time visibility and a focus on relationship-driven growth over mass acquisition.
- Financial Visualization: Simplifying Complex Advice into One-Page Clarity with H. Adam Holt
On Titans of Industry, H. Adam Holt, CEO of Asset-Map, explains how he simplified financial complexity into a visual SaaS platform. He discusses the importance of clear communication for client understanding and business scaling, challenge…
- Career Readiness Mentoring: Reducing Graduate Unemployment Through Early Guidance with Nick Jooma
Nick Jooma, CEO of Infinite Allergy Labs, discusses how allergy and sensitivity testing is advancing personalized and preventative healthcare. The episode highlights the role of data-driven diagnostics and patient education in addressing c…
- Performance Mindset Development: Expanding Personal and Team Potential with Will Bowden
Host James Onyks interviews Will Bowden on Titans of Industry. They discuss building a multi-state cannabis business, adapting to diverse environments, and the difference between business planning and operational execution.
- Construction Innovation and Modular Building Systems: Scaling Recycled Material Infrastructure with Dustin Bowers
In this episode of Titans of Industry, host James Onyks interviews Dustin Bowers of PLAEX about creating modular building materials from recycled waste. They discuss the challenges of hardware startups, fundraising, and the impact of AI on…
- Professional Image Strategy: Bridging Generational Style Gaps with Natalie Tincher
James Onyks interviews Natalie Tincher, founder of BU Style, on Titans of Industry. They discuss navigating generational style differences in the workplace, updating dress codes, and using style as a communication tool to build trust and c…
- Sales Commission Strategy: Structuring Incentives Without Sacrificing Profit with Bradley
In this episode of Titans of Industry, Bradley Flowers, founder and CEO of Portal Insurance, shares insights on building a sustainable insurance business. He covers topics like customer acquisition costs, operational discipline, and a lead…
- Digital Marketing Evolution: Bridging Social, Email, and E-Commerce Gaps with Daniel Plenge
James Onyks interviews Daniel Plenge, a digital marketing leader, on Titans of Industry. They discuss the evolution of digital strategy at Marc Jacobs, focusing on launching social, email, and e-commerce initiatives, and the importance of…
- Client Retention Strategies: Turning Past Customers Into Repeat Visitors with Christina Uzzardi
This episode of Titans of Industry features host James Onyks interviewing Christina Uzzardi, founder and CEO of Cheeks + Co. They discuss building a skincare business, leadership resilience, and practical strategies for client retention an…
- Concrete Leveling Business: Building Momentum from Early Sales Wins with Zach Cantrell
James Onyks interviews Zach Cantrell on Titans of Industry about launching SmartLevel Concrete. They discuss building momentum through early sales, the role of preparation and persistence, and the necessity of effective systems and staffin…
- Entrepreneurial Leadership: Turning Delegation into a Growth Engine with Jay Mason
Host James Onyks interviews Paint EZ Founder and CEO Jay Mason about scaling a business through delegation, leadership development, and standardized systems. The discussion covers transitioning from a hands-on operation to a national franc…
- Product Innovation Strategy: Turning a Napkin Sketch into a Patented Lighting Product with John McDonald
This episode of Titans of Industry features John McDonald discussing the journey of Twist Brite, an LED lighting product born from a napkin sketch. They cover patenting, hardware business development, and strategies for commercialization a…
- Customer-Centric Apparel: Crafting Products That Sell Themselves with Robert Patton
Robert Patton, founder and CEO of SHEATH Underwear, discusses the creation of his dual-pouch apparel brand, inspired by his military experience. He details how product innovation, customer focus, and overcoming skepticism fueled the growth…
- Trust-Driven Business Models: Creating Sustainable Client Loyalty with John Richter
John Richter joins Titans of Industry to explain how prioritizing relationships over transactions fosters enduring client loyalty and business sustainability. He shares insights on building trust through accountability and consistency, cru…
- Financial Awareness Strategies: Simplifying Money Concepts for Everyday Decision-Making with Randy Lorensen
This episode features Randy Lorensen, CEO of Premium Cabinets, discussing the creation of scalable business systems and the transformation of operational processes into revenue-generating products. Lorensen also emphasizes the importance o…
- Grassroots Retail Growth: Turning Farmers Markets into Multi-Location Success with Natasha Dadwani
Natasha Dadwani discusses scaling BURDLIFE from farmers markets to a retail brand, highlighting resilience, community support, and adapting to retail challenges.
- Customer Experience Strategy: Building Winery Loyalty Through Intentional Growth with Jack Galante
On Titans of Industry, Jack Galante discusses how Galante Vineyards achieved success through a relationship-driven strategy, focusing on intentional growth and customer experience to build lasting loyalty.
- AI in Industrial Inspection: Improving Quality Control Through Smart Detection with Donald Booth
This episode of Titans of Industry features Donald Booth discussing the impact of AI and automation on nondestructive testing (NDT) for quality control. The conversation covers career opportunities and the balance between technology and hu…
- Barefoot Footwear Origins: Building a Brand from Unexpected Demand with Tricia Salcido
Tricia Salcido, former leader of Softstar Shoes, discusses the company's evolution from a wholesale baby shoe business to an e-commerce brand. She explores how customer feedback regarding barefoot-style movement and running influenced thei…
- Scaling Smart: Strategies to Attract Better Clients with Jacob Lawson
On Titans of Industry, host James Onyks interviews Jacob Lawson, owner of Extraordinary Flooring LLC. Jacob shares insights on attracting better clients, understanding profitability, and managing lead generation and team systems for busine…
- Bioplastics Economics: Solving Cost and Profitability Challenges with Alex Blum
James Onyks interviews Alex Blum, CEO of Applied Bioplastics, on the economic challenges facing the bioplastics industry. Blum explains his company's approach of combining agricultural waste with recycled plastic to create cost-effective,…
- Discipline Builds the Business: Protecting Culture at Scale with Matthew Lockemy
Matthew Lockemy, owner of M&M Garage Doors, shares insights on entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and building company culture with James Onyks on Titans of Industry. The discussion covers managing a garage door business, partnerships, a…
- From General Contractor to CEO: Scaling Success with Channing Baker
Channing Baker, CEO of Evolve Contractors, shares his journey from general contracting to leading a $10 million commercial roofing business. He emphasizes strategic partnerships, systemized operations, technology, and a mission-driven appr…
- Innovative Leadership: Transforming Roofing with Brad Strawbridge
James Onyks interviews Brad Strawbridge, CEO of Capital City Roofing, on Titans of Industry. Strawbridge discusses his career transition, the importance of robust systems for business scaling, and his innovative approach to technology lice…
- Community Power: Building Success in Construction with Carlos Sanchez
James Onyks interviews Carlos Sanchez, owner of Continental Roofing, on Titans of Industry. Sanchez discusses his 31-year roofing career, starting his own business in Cincinnati, and the role of overcoming fear and building self-confidence…
- Building Trust: Roofing Success with James Turner
James Turner discusses his journey in the roofing business, emphasizing the importance of trust, transparency, and education for success. The episode also covers technology and social media's role.
- Building Community Through Business: A Journey of Growth with Alyssa Rogers
Alyssa Rogers shares insights on expanding a local business, community engagement, and digital marketing strategies with host James Onyks on Titans of Industry. The discussion covers leadership, company culture, and managing a growing team.
- Building Business Foundations: Leadership Insights with Jeremy Atkinson
Host James Onyks interviews Jeremy Atkinson of ContractingPro about growing the business from $3 million to $13 million. Atkinson shares insights on marketing, team building, and leadership.
- Titans of Industry Trailer
The trailer for Titans of Industry introduces a podcast featuring interviews with leaders of successful companies. It promises to explore the strategies, mindset, and leadership behind these successful giants.