We get into what he might have done differently, his belief that “good is usually enough,” and the deeply personal process of exiting businesses. We also chat about long-term hold strategies and how they play into the bigger picture.

This episode mixes profound personal stories, practical advice, and in-depth analysis aimed at current and aspiring CEOs.

We cover Steve’s extensive experience in building product distribution, Kodiak’s diversification strategy, communication as a CEO, hiring practices, acquisition strategy, company history, and future challenges.

We also talk about resilience, advice for new leaders and leading integrations, driving results through people, and much more!