Leaders on the Rocks Ep.4: Navigating Chaos Through Community (Feat. Ryan Wilkerson)
Leaders on the Rocks Podcast
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In this episode, hosts Jay Doyle (YPO Oklahoma) and Clint Greenleaf (YPO Austin) sit down with Ryan Wilkerson (YPO Kansas City) to share his extraordinary journey of stepping into the role of CEO in his family’s insurance business. At just 28 years old, Ryan unexpectedly found himself leading the company after his father’s sudden passing, transitioning from sales professional to running the business overnight.
Ryan opens up about the challenges he faced, including internal family conflict, theft, and navigating a business in turmoil. He credits YPO and his Forum with providing the guidance, support, and community he needed during one of the most difficult times in his life. Now, he’s committed to paying that forward.
Join the conversation for insights on resilience, leadership, MicroForum, and the life-changing impact of support and friendship.
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