The Titanium Economy

In this insightful episode, Nidhi Arora sits down with Paul Miller, former head of global e-commerce at Grainger and CEO at Paul Miller Digital Solutions, to explore how Grainger became a digital powerhouse. From embracing e-commerce to reshaping the manufacturer-distributor relationship, Miller shares his insights on how manufacturers can take charge of their digital presence. Listen now to understand how to drive digital adoption in the sector: ??? Listen Now: https://lnkd.in/eM-u5PeU

New Titanium Economy Episode??: Alok Maskara on how Lennox is shaping the future of climate control In this episode (https://lnkd.in/eKcNz4Xu), Mohit Jaju, President at Ayna, sits down with Alok Maskara, CEO of Lennox to discuss how the company is redefining HVACR with innovation, AI, and a laser-focused strategy. Lennox, a leader in energy-efficient climate control, generated $5.3B in revenue with a 19.4% operating margin in 2024. Ranked among the top 20 highest TSR companies over 20 years, it has delivered 20%+ annual shareholder returns. With an 8.5% revenue CAGR and a 500+ bps margin expansion over three years, Lennox continues its strong growth trajectory. ? With 25+ years in HVAC, water, and advanced materials, Alok has led transformations at Luxfer, Pentair, and GE. At Lennox, he’s driving energy-efficient solutions while tackling supply chain and labor challenges with AI, automation, and direct distribution. In the clip below Alok discusses Lennox's "GREAT" framework—Growth, Resilience, Execution, Advanced Technology, and Talent—as a guide for strategic value creation and long-term growth. ? Top Takeaways: - Mastering the North American Market – With 100% of sales in the U.S. & Canada, Lennox’s deep market focus fuels faster innovation and sharper execution - The 3-Phase Playbook – A strategic journey from Self-Help (fixing foundations) → Growth Acceleration (gaining share) → Expansion (adjacent markets) - AI in Action – Lennox is integrating AI across manufacturing, sales, pricing, and operations to drive efficiency and innovation - Building Leaders, Building Loyalty – With an average leadership tenure of 15 years, Lennox prioritizes talent development through robust programs like the Leadership Development Program (LDP) and Senior Leadership Development Program (SLDP) to strengthen its leadership pipeline ? How is Lennox staying ahead in a rapidly evolving industry? Find out in this insightful conversation. ??? Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eKcNz4Xu ?

In Part 3 of our Titanium Economy Webinar Series, William Johnson dove into his leadership approach at Avail Infrastructure Solutions and how the company navigated its transformation. Some key points he discussed: 1. Clear Communication and Relentless Leadership Engagement 2. Driving Cultural Transformation and Empowering Employees 3. Managing Inflation and Supply Chain Pressures 4. Driving Topline Growth through Strategic Expansion 5. Strategic Acquisitions and Synergies to Expand Capacity and Product Offerings In the clip below Bill dives into the importance of leadership by example. ?? Watch our full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/eX99c72a ?? Catch all of our other webinars here: https://lnkd.in/eDkZsQHm

Stay in the loop with the latest updates from The Titanium Economy by subscribing to our newsletter: Titanium Economy 311 Read the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/eckzpvfR ?? We recently passed 20 episodes on the Titanium Economy Podcast. Podcasts feature top industry leaders discussing everything from AI in manufacturing to cybersecurity in energy. ?? Key Insight: William Johnson, CEO of Avail Infrastructure Solutions, shares insights into their impressive growth and transformation since their spin-off from AZZ Inc. Catch up on all the latest developments and join our community of industry leaders!

In this latest episode, Nidhi Arora sits down with Robert Bodor, CEO of Protolabs, to explore how AI, data analytics, and digital twin technology are reshaping the manufacturing industry. ???Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/eM-u5PeU Rob discusses: - Protolabs’ evolution from digital prototyping to a full-service manufacturing partner - His perspective on the future of AI in driving innovation and business growth - The value of continual learning, diverse perspectives, and fostering a culture of innovation - Protolabs’ vision for the next five years in a rapidly evolving industry In the clip below, Rob shares how Protolabs is using AI and machine learning today, and how they plan to continue innovating in the future. Listen wherever you get your podcasts Spotify: https://lnkd.in/e4jHsRAm Apple: https://lnkd.in/e9AM_Mij Amazon: https://lnkd.in/edvTXY5M

When CEOs of top companies like Iggy Domagalski stop by?The Titanium Economy Podcast?to share their insights, you know you're in for a valuable conversation! In our episodes we dive into the role of technology, management, sustainability, the opportunities shaping the industrial sector and more Catch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eM-u5PeU ???Listen?now?or wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eMB_T7J8?| Amazon: https://lnkd.in/ejSGn-nb?| Apple: https://lnkd.in/euPDJv5s Want to learn more about The Titanium Economy ? Check out website?at?www.titaniumeconomy.com

In the introduction to Part 3 of our Webinar Series, Siddarth Madhav provides a comprehensive overview of how we approach the industrial space. In the clip below, he dives into what we mean when we talk about "industrials" and the similarities between the subsectors. ?? Watch the full intro here (https://lnkd.in/eq2AuM9j) for more on the differences between the subsectors and an introduction to our micrometrical deep dive. You can also check out all of our previous webinars here:?https://lnkd.in/eeP3rMfV

In this episode of The Titanium Economy Podcast, Vineet Gupta chats with Ross Sabolcik, Senior VP & General Manager of Industrial and Commercial IoT at Silicon Labs. ????Tune in now for an insightful discussion on IoT, leadership, and the future of technology! https://lnkd.in/eM-u5PeU They discuss: Silicon Labs' Transformation:?From analog mixed-signal pioneer to a leader in?wireless IoT?solutions. Key Use Cases:?How their technology is driving advancements in?smart metering,?building automation, and?healthcare. AI and Machine Learning Integration:?Exploring the impact of AI/ML on products and innovation in areas like?grid intelligence?and?asset tracking. Career Insights:?Ross reflects on his journey from?embedded coding?to?leadership?and how?curiosity,?communication, and?continuous learning?shaped his success. And much more! Apple: https://lnkd.in/eVC_7i_R Amazon:?https://lnkd.in/eSEmKpmj Spotify:?https://lnkd.in/eXmpma_T

Our webinar featuring William Johnson (CEO of Avail Infrastructure Solutions) is on Tuesday January 21 at 10am eastern! Register here:?https://lnkd.in/eVTZSAsj?and watch our previous two sessions here:?https://lnkd.in/eeP3rMfV

William Johnson, CEO of Avail Infrastructure Solutions (Former CEO of Welbilt), will be the keynote speaker at the final part of our Webinar Series on January 21, 2025 at 10am ET Bill will dive into Avail's transformation journey, where, since its 2022 spin-off from AZZ Inc., the company is on track for a 1.8x revenue increase with a 950+ bps EBITDA margin improvement. Please register here:?https://lnkd.in/eVTZSAsj Recordings will be available at?www.titaniumeconomy.com?and you can watch our previous two sessions here:?https://lnkd.in/eeP3rMfV