Tom Camacho is the Chair of C12, the nation’s leading peer advisory forum for Christian CEOs and business owners. He served as a US Army Officer and helicopter pilot during Operation Desert Storm before holding manufacturing and organizational development roles at General Electric. After transitioning into ministry, Tom served as a church planter, ordained pastor, and national leadership coach, developing Christ-centered leaders through coaching and writing. He is also the author of Mining for Gold: Developing Kingdom Leaders through Coaching.

Many business leaders struggle with balancing professional ambition and personal fulfillment. In high-stakes roles, it's easy to become the bottleneck, lose sight of purpose, or feel isolated at the top. How can leaders stay grounded, lead authentically, and integrate faith and values into their business?

After losing his son in a car accident, leadership coach and military veteran Tom Camacho leveraged his grief to lead with authenticity and encourage other leaders to build resilience. Faith-driven leaders should embrace their God-given identity, prioritize emotional connection, and delegate effectively. To integrate faith into the workplace, Tom recommends clearly communicating your organization’s values and approach to customers and employees while making faith-based elements voluntary and inclusive.

In today’s Industry Edge episode, Danielle Neely sits down with Tom Camacho, Chair of C12, to discuss navigating faith and grief in the workplace through authentic leadership. Tom explains the importance of aligning leadership with faith, the value of peer accountability, and how to create a workplace culture rooted in care.

Randy Rozema is the Director of Applications Engineering and a Principal at ACS, which delivers equipment, controls, and facilities solutions to the automotive, aerospace, energy, and industrial manufacturing industries. In his role, he develops design criteria and oversees the construction and testing of advanced test facilities. As an acoustics and vibration engineer, Randy specializes in product development and health and safety requirements. He is also a thought leader in systems integration and speaks about topics like NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) testing and facility performance optimization.

As manufacturers and engineers design testing facilities that can adapt to industry changes, traditional methods of building prototypes and collecting real-world data are costly, time-consuming, and often fail to anticipate future needs. How can companies create flexible, future-proof testing environments that balance physical testing with digital innovation?

Acoustics and vibration engineer Randy Rozema urges industrial companies to reimagine how they design testing spaces. He presents an “inside-out” approach that begins with the product’s testing requirements and data needs and then designs the facility to fit those parameters rather than retrofitting a preexisting space. Randy also recommends leveraging digital models alongside physical tests to improve efficiency while maintaining accuracy. By anticipating future industry shifts, such as quieter electric vehicles and stricter sound regulations, engineers can design with adaptability.

In today’s Industry Edge episode, Danielle Neely sits down with Randy Rozema, Director of Applications Engineering and Principal at ACS, to discuss creating cutting-edge NVH testing facilities. Randy shares case studies of unique facility challenges, advice for young engineers, and how to future-proof testing facilities.

Angie McKuin is the Business Development Manager at PMS, Inc., a custom steel fabrication company serving industrial and agricultural businesses. She is a fourth-generation employee of the family business.

Family businesses face a unique challenge to honor long-standing legacies while evolving for future growth. Balancing tradition with innovation can feel like a gamble. How can the next generation bring new perspectives without disrupting what already works?

Fourth-generation employee Angie McKuin has brought diverse viewpoints and a customer-first mindset to her family’s industrial business. She emphasizes the importance of improving internal culture through enhanced employee benefits, fostering a family-like work environment, and embracing technology to double production capacity. By maintaining the company’s service-based mission while innovating for the future, Angie has created intentional change.

In this week’s episode of Industry Edge, Michelle Keckler chats with Angie McKuin, Business Development Manager at PMS, Inc., about blending legacy and leadership in a fourth-generation business. Angie discusses the value of patience in driving lasting change, how she learned to navigate a male-dominated industry, and the importance of building a strong internal culture.

Heather Stone, PhD, MBA, is the Founder and CEO of Practical PhD, a leadership consultancy that helps CEOs and their second-in-command executives build effective, scalable partnerships. As a four-time company president, two-time business owner, and award-winning instructor, she created the Getting the Right Hand Right leadership training program, which offers frameworks for executives to structure, measure, and manage the COO or VP role. Heather is the co-author of the upcoming book The Problem of Togetherness and the author of Getting the Right Hand Right.

Many business owners reach a point where they know they need support at the top, but hiring a second-in-command can feel risky, even threatening. Questions of identity, trust, and control hinder the decision, and leaders often misstep. How can you structure and manage a second-in-command role to strengthen your leadership?

Leadership strategist Heather Stone has developed a five-part RIGHT framework — responsibilities, interaction, governance, heads-up, time/place — to help leaders clarify expectations and build high-functioning partnerships. Rather than viewing delegation as relinquishing responsibility, she encourages leaders to reframe it as managing risk wisely, urging them to define their goals before hiring. The key trait in any right-hand leader is a genuine commitment to helping the CEO execute their vision.

Tune in to this episode of Industry Edge as Danielle Neely chats with Heather Stone, PhD, MBA, Founder and CEO of Practical PhD, about building effective second-in-command relationships for CEOs. Heather explains how to create clear role structures, time your hire appropriately, and customize the role to your growth stage.

Pete Hayes is the Branch Manager of The Hayes Company’s Nashville branch, Hayes Insulation, which provides insulation solutions for builders and homeowners. Before launching Hayes Insulation, he worked in the automotive industry at Nissan Motor Corporation. With eight years of experience in construction and a lifetime of exposure to his family’s business, Pete specializes in small business development.

Starting and scaling a construction business can be daunting, especially when facing the pressures of a family legacy, leadership, and limited resources. Many first-time entrepreneurs in this space struggle with burnout, maintaining cash flow, and building a team that shares their vision and values. How can you transform a family-owned business into a reputable operation while staying true to your principles?

After missing a crucial family milestone, construction professional Pete Hayes left the corporate sector to return to his roots and scale his family’s business. Throughout the process of launching a new franchise location, he learned the importance of hiring based on values, not just skills, and creating a workplace where employees feel seen and invested. Pete also encourages business owners to maintain transparency with customers and employees, delegate intentionally, and mentor team members to reflect the company’s vision.

Join Michelle Keckler in this episode of Industry Edge as she hosts Pete Hayes, Branch Manager of Hayes Insulation, to discuss his process for building a family franchise business from the ground up. Pete talks about balancing growth with culture, customer service strategies, and how to manage delayed payments from customers.

Israel Woodson is the Founder and CEO of HydroCare Cleaning and Restoration, an independent company specializing in commercial tile restoration, residential floor cleaning, and water removal services. He grew up immersed in the flooring and construction industries through his father's business. After nearly a decade of owning a retail business, Israel founded HydroCare in 2011.

Many business owners underestimate how much cleanliness impacts their reputation and customer retention. A smelly bathroom, streaky floors, or dusty corners can quietly drive customers away without a word. How can you ensure your commercial space leaves a lasting impression in the areas that matter most?

According to cleaning and restoration expert Israel Woodson, cleanliness is more than aesthetic appearances; it’s a critical component of the customer experience. Commercial businesses should prioritize areas like restrooms and entryways, as these often form a guest’s first impression and can make or break their decision to return. Israel encourages moving away from outdated cleaning methods in favor of advanced tools and deep cleaning techniques that target overlooked spaces like corners and high-traffic zones. When in-house efforts fall short of expectations, hiring a cleaning company that recognizes your needs can help create a welcoming environment that supports business growth.

In this episode of Industry Edge, Danielle Neely hosts Israel Woodson, the Founder and CEO of HydroCare, to discuss building customer trust through service excellence. Israel talks about how he balances his personal and professional life, why commercial businesses turn to professional cleaning companies, and how to build trust and long-term relationships with commercial customers.

Charles Scott is an executive mentor who helps individuals achieve ambitious goals while crafting meaningful lives. After a 14-year career at Intel Corporation, he co-founded the non-profit Team See Possibilities, which offers scholarships and mentoring to college students with vision impairment. Charles also developed an executive workshop titled “What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?,” which he delivered to thousands of CEOs and senior executives across North America. His endurance challenges have been featured in media outlets, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, FOX News, National Geographic, and Outside Magazine.

Many high-achieving professionals struggle with maintaining their physical and emotional health while reaching new heights. They often sacrifice family time, vitality, and well-being to pursue career goals, only to find themselves burned out and disconnected. How can you merge personal fulfillment with professional achievement?

Executive mentor and endurance adventurer Charles Scott encourages professionals to shift from striving for a work-life balance to achieving a work-life blend. This involves investing in multiple forms of wealth, including material, physical, emotional, and spiritual. Understanding this concept isn’t the same as implementing it, so Charles suggests leveraging mentors, peer groups, and consistent practice to bridge the gap between knowledge and behavior.

In today’s episode of Industry Edge, Danielle Neely sits down with executive mentor Charles Scott to talk about building a purpose-driven life without sacrificing professional goals. Charles explains the parallels between endurance challenges and leadership, how to integrate intentional living and stress management practices into your daily life, and how to shift your mindset on rest and productivity.

Justin Kelly is the Owner of Fifth & Broad, a media production company. He is also the Deacon of Audio Visual at Edgefield Church. Before founding Fifth & Broad, Justin was an Audio Technician at Bryan College and Westwood Baptist Church and the Director of Visual Content at South Street Co.

In industries like manufacturing, construction, and distribution, standing out in a crowded market can feel impossible, especially when your work isn’t flashy or glamorous. Websites and brochures alone often fall short of building the kind of trust that closes deals and attracts talent. How can businesses in gritty, hands-on industries showcase their value in a way that’s authentic and compelling?

As an expert in high-end video and photography, Justin Kelly advises leveraging visual storytelling to create emotional connections. Showcasing real people — like technicians, line workers, or supervisors — on camera helps humanize a brand and makes it more relatable. Rather than producing stock footage, Justin encourages businesses to invest in short, intentional video segments that highlight team members, work environments, and company values. A well-guided, low-stress production process can help even the most camera-shy individuals shine on screen.

In today’s episode of Industry Edge, Danielle Neely interviews Justin Kelly, the Owner of Fifth & Broad, about using video to build trust and drive business results. Justin shares how authentic storytelling can transform brand perception, discusses common video marketing mistakes, and why every business has a story worth conveying.