Slowing Down, Leveling Up – 2025 Reflections & 2026 Goals

In this heartfelt and unfiltered episode, Vince and Jenna Free close out Season 5 of The Cool Times Podcast with an honest recap of 2025 and their hopes for 2026. From industry lessons and personal growth to podcast highlights and burpee challenges, the dynamic duo reflects on the wins, the hard leadership moments, and what it really means to slow down. Plus, they announce a special Cold Storage Nation challenge that gives back.
Whether you're here for industry insights or relationship real talk, this one's for you.

Cool Takeaways:
❄️ 2025 in One Word – For Jenna, it was refined; for Vince, release. Growth comes from both sharpening and letting go.

❄️ Leadership Lessons – Hard conversations matter. Vince and Jenna get candid about learning to lead better by addressing challenges head-on.

❄️ Promoting from Within – Vince shares why Freez Construction is doubling down on growing leaders internally instead of just hiring experience.

❄️ Industry Trends – Faster schedules and stricter safety standards are top of mind heading into 2026.

❄️ Podcast Highlights – From recording with Eric Finnerty to Josh Lewis' “world-class” mindset, Season 5 was packed with unforgettable guests.

❄️ The Burpee Challenge – Join the Cold Storage Nation 1,000 Burpees in January Challenge! Proceeds benefit pediatric cancer research in honor of Matt Brower’s son.

❄️ Reflections on Loss – After losing their longtime dog Sophie, Vince and Jenna talk about what it truly means to slow down and prioritize what matters most.

❄️ Looking Ahead – Exciting plans for ICON Cold, CEBA, and GCCA conferences. Plus, new guests, new products, and even more thermal talk coming in Season 6.

Don’t miss this final episode of the year — equal parts business, personal, and inspiring. Catch the Season 5 wrap-up now at:
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