Todd Simmons (Simmons Foods) | NWA Founders #33

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What does it take to lead a 70+ year old family-owned company into the future without losing sight of what made it successful in the first place?

In this episode, we’re joined by Todd Simmons of Simmons Foods for an in-depth conversation on leadership, legacy, and building a company with a long-term vision. As a multi-generation family business rooted in Northwest Arkansas, Simmons Foods has grown by staying deeply committed to its people, its values, and the communities it serves.

Todd shares thoughtful insights on what it means to lead responsibly, how family businesses can navigate growth without losing their identity, and why stewardship matters just as much as scale. We talk about making decisions with future generations in mind, developing strong leaders from within, and balancing innovation with tradition in an ever-changing industry.

Whether you’re a founder, executive, or emerging leader, this episode offers meaningful perspective on leading with intention and creating impact over the long haul.

Highlights
00:00 Todd's earliest memory of working in Simmons Foods
10:00 Origin of Simmons Foods (Bill Simmons)
33:00 Chaplain Program & Employee Clinics
46:00 NWA in the early 2000s
69:00 Growth of Pet Food Unit

'NWA Founders' is a voice for Founders, Owners, and Builders driving growth in Northwest Arkansas, and is hosted by Cameron Clark and Nick Beyer.