She Built a Hardware Empire - With Heart

Описание: ➡️ Meet Gina Schaefer, the visionary entrepreneur who turned challenges into a $50 million Ace Hardware empire. With a mission rooted in community building and second chances, Gina shares how she transformed adversity into opportunity by:
💡 Turning layoffs into a thriving business that empowers communities
💡 Championing neighborhoods in recovery through conscious capitalism
💡 Revolutionizing retail ownership by selling her business to employees via an ESOP

Gina's book, Recovery Hardware, and her commitment to hiring individuals in recovery or returning citizens showcase how business can truly be a force for good. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone seeking inspiration, Gina's story will motivate you to make an impact.

Chapters to Explore
⏱ [00:00] Reflections: Starting a Movement with a Vision
⏱ [02:09] Building an Urban Hardware Empire
⏱ [04:20] From Layoff to Leadership: Breaking Into Ace Hardware
⏱ [07:41] The Recovery Hardware Revolution
⏱ [11:54] Partnership and Purpose: Leading Together
⏱ [15:36] Creating Trust Through Second Chances
⏱ [20:39] Employee Ownership: A New Way Forward
⏱ [25:52] Personal Costs of Leading With Heart
⏱ [30:40] Transformative Stories: Lives Changed by Business
⏱ [35:38] Legacy and the Future of Conscious Capitalism

🔥 Episode Highlights
🎯 [02:20] Turning a neighborhood need into a thriving business model
🎯 [07:43] The surprising impact of hiring individuals in recovery
🎯 [20:40] Revolutionizing retail with employee ownership
🎯 [25:53] Overcoming leadership challenges with purpose-driven decisions
🎯 [35:40] Stories of transformation: How second chances changed lives

📚 Learn More About Gina Schaefer:
🌐 Website: Visit Here
📸 Instagram: @ginaschaeferdc
📚 Book: Recovery Hardware - Order Now

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🔔 Discover how Gina Schaefer built a business that transforms lives and communities!