Blair Hass "Leader in Highlight" Series Part 1

Jul 20, 2022, 06:00 PM

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Listen in as Founder and CEO Jackie Mattox hosts Blair Haas, Chief Executive Officer of Bud Industries, in the next episode of the WE Radio’s “Leader in Highlight” Podcast Series. In Part 1 of the series, Blair chats about the impact that growing up in this ever-changing industry had and how he learned the value in being able to pivot. He shares fun anecdotes about the early days of Bud Industries and their shift in product offering throughout the years to reinvent and stay relevant in new market verticals. Under the leadership and guidance of his first mentor, his father, and other industry icons Blair shares how he learned active involvement by participating in trade associations and conferences, and the importance of maintaining your network and pushing to stay connected. “You can learn from anyone at any given moment, and this is an opportunity you don’t get again.” Part 1 concludes with key takeaways as Blair reflects on diversity in mentorship explaining how there is so much opportunity to learn from bright people in any age group, in any position, and in any industry. Support the show