Leadership Transitions and Building Company Culture
In this episode of One Pour Problems, Sal Marino sits down with Kris Kesting, Owner & CEO of DisplayCraft, Inc., to talk about what it really takes to step into leadership at an established company. Kris shares the lessons he learned from the company’s “old guard” while modernizing operations, building trust, and shaping a culture that supports long-term success.
From balancing legacy with innovation to empowering employees and leading with empathy, Kris offers valuable insights for any business leader navigating change. This episode is all about how the right leadership mindset—and a strong company culture—can drive lasting impact.
Perfect for listeners interested in:
Leadership transitions, company culture, legacy vs. innovation, people-first leadership, employee empowerment, manufacturing leadership, business growth strategy
Sal is joined by Kris Kesting, Owner and CEO of DisplayCraft, Inc., to discuss their platinum rule for motivating employees. As the new owner of an established company, Kris also talked about the importance of getting to know your employees and their company culture, as well as why it’s essential to give employees a voice in the decision-making process. They also touch on the concepts of the old guard versus the new guard, hiring to balance a team, and the difference between management versus real leadership.
Learning from the old guard in a leadership transition
Why company culture is critical for long-term success
Hiring the right people to balance tradition and innovation
How empowering employees leads to better decision-making
The key differences between leadership and management
Final thoughts & key takeaways
