FLIPPING THE BARREL “Success by Design: Blueprint for Extraordinary Results” with Gary Kolstad, Chairman, CEO, Board Member, Founder and Private Investor
Jun 6, 2023
Gary Kolstad, Chairman, CEO, Board Member, Founder and Private Investor, shares his career journey, reflections on pivotal decisions, and the importance of emotional intelligence for leaders. The discussion also explores Veral's solutions to industry supply chain problems and the mission to create a more inclusive and diverse workforce.
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Value Relationships in Life
- Keep friends and family close to share success and failures.
- Avoid isolation; life shifts focus from self to others as you age.
Farm Upbringing Shapes Resilience
- Growing up on a rural Montana farm taught Gary work ethic and family values amidst hardships.
- Difficult family issues helped shape his resilience and mindset to face challenges head-on.
Early Mindset Turning Point
- At 12, Gary decided to maintain a positive attitude regardless of circumstances.
- This decision gave him clarity and confidence throughout life despite chaos.