Leaders Intent

Leaders Intent Episode 6 - Big Elks Beginning: Geoff Hager's Entrepreneurial Story

July 15, 2024 Ronnie Stephens and special guests
Leaders Intent Episode 6 - Big Elks Beginning: Geoff Hager's Entrepreneurial Story
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Leaders Intent
Leaders Intent Episode 6 - Big Elks Beginning: Geoff Hager's Entrepreneurial Story
Jul 15, 2024
Ronnie Stephens and special guests

Summary:

This episode features Jeff Hager, owner and CEO of Big Elk Energy Systems, who shares his life story and entrepreneurial journey.  Jeff discusses growing up in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, his family background, education, career transitions, and the challenges he faced in starting his business. He talks about the struggles, setbacks, and moments of triumph that led to the success of Big Elk Energy Systems.

Key Insights

• Jeff’s upbringing in a small town and his family background greatly influenced his
   values and work ethic.

• His journey from engineering to sales and eventually starting his own business 
   showcases the importance of following one’s calling.

• The challenges and setbacks he faced in starting Big Elk Energy Systems
   highlight the resilience and determination required in entrepreneurship.

• Jeff’s emphasis on relationships, transparency, and authenticity in leadership  
   underscores the significance of trust and communication in business.

• His commitment to continuous learning, mentorship, and storytelling as a
   leadership philosophy showcases the importance of personal growth and
   development.

• The story behind the Companies name!

 We hope you enjoy our discussion and please feel free to reach out to Geoff with any questions or comments you have.

 Thanks for listening!

 Here is Geoff’s contact information: 

linkedin.com/in/geoffhager

Geoff.hager@bigelk.com

www.bigelk.com

 

 Ronnie Stephens, MBA, TEDx Speaker | LinkedIn

Show Notes

Summary:

This episode features Jeff Hager, owner and CEO of Big Elk Energy Systems, who shares his life story and entrepreneurial journey.  Jeff discusses growing up in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, his family background, education, career transitions, and the challenges he faced in starting his business. He talks about the struggles, setbacks, and moments of triumph that led to the success of Big Elk Energy Systems.

Key Insights

• Jeff’s upbringing in a small town and his family background greatly influenced his
   values and work ethic.

• His journey from engineering to sales and eventually starting his own business 
   showcases the importance of following one’s calling.

• The challenges and setbacks he faced in starting Big Elk Energy Systems
   highlight the resilience and determination required in entrepreneurship.

• Jeff’s emphasis on relationships, transparency, and authenticity in leadership  
   underscores the significance of trust and communication in business.

• His commitment to continuous learning, mentorship, and storytelling as a
   leadership philosophy showcases the importance of personal growth and
   development.

• The story behind the Companies name!

 We hope you enjoy our discussion and please feel free to reach out to Geoff with any questions or comments you have.

 Thanks for listening!

 Here is Geoff’s contact information: 

linkedin.com/in/geoffhager

Geoff.hager@bigelk.com

www.bigelk.com

 

 Ronnie Stephens, MBA, TEDx Speaker | LinkedIn