Owning Her Genius: How Alexia Cooper Is Redefining What Leadership Looks Like

In this powerhouse episode of Unique Genius, Angela Chanowsky sits down with Alexia Cooper, a woman who isn’t just breaking ceilings—she’s building entirely new frameworks in construction, solar, and leadership. Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 for Energy, Alexia is a force in industries not known for welcoming women—and she’s changing that. From becoming Nevada’s youngest female C2 electrical license holder to leading companies through scale, expansion, and acquisition, she’s not here to play small. This conversation is for anyone who’s ever felt underestimated—and is ready to lead anyway. Angela and Alexia go deep on: What it really means to be a trailblazer in male-dominated spacesPivoting from HVAC to renewable energy—and scaling companies from the inside outThe inner work of leadership—from Rapport Leadership to Oxford’s AMPWhy representation isn’t just important—it’s necessaryHow to lead with vision, fire, and unshakable conviction If you’ve ever felt underestimated, overlooked, or unsure how to lead in a space where you don’t “fit the mold”—this episode will breathe fire back into your mission. About Alexia Cooper: Alexia Cooper is a trailblazer in the construction and renewable energy industries. In 2020, she became Nevada’s youngest female C2 electrical license holder and was named to Forbes 30 Under 30 for Energy. She’s a graduate of Oxford’s Advanced Management and Leadership Program and a Master Graduate of Rapport Leadership. As a trainer and mentor, she’s committed to helping others rise to their full potential. Raised in Las Vegas, Alexia has always believed in thinking big and doing what others say can’t be done. After scaling a small HVAC company, she expanded into solar, eventually acquiring and leading Bell Electrical Systems before selling the company in 2023. Today, she serves as the General Manager of ES Solar in Las Vegas, driving growth and advancing a more sustainable energy future—while mentoring the next generation of fearless leaders. Episode Highlights: “I wanted to be the first woman anything.”The moment Alexia walked away from comfort to chase impactThe business lessons she learned not from books, but boots-on-the-ground experienceWhy women in trades aren’t just needed—they’re the futureHow to use courage as your compass, even when the blueprint doesn’t exist Links & Resources: Connect with Alexia: @alexiacooperFollow Angela on Instagram: @angelachanowsky Let’s Stay Connected: Loved this episode? Be sure to: Subscribe + leave a reviewShare it with someone who needs to hear this messageTag Angela and Alexia on social—we’d love to hear your takeaways!