Most leaders think their job is to have all the answers, but Kevin Rutherford built a quarter-billion dollar exit by becoming the “expert of nothing and knower of all.”

Kevin Rutherford is a business executive who has served as CEO for multiple companies including Nuun Hydration, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day, and Kashi, bringing a leadership philosophy centered on serving others and building strong team cultures. He's known for his people-first approach to leadership, demonstrating his commitment to serving his teams. Throughout his career, he has specialized in turning around struggling businesses and scaling companies through purpose-driven leadership.

Jon chats with Kevin about:

• his career progression through major companies including Loblaws, SC Johnson, Kashi, Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day, and Nuun Hydration

• the role of a CEO and how to be a productive leader

• confidence versus competence dynamics

• remote vs In-Person Work

• the process and timeline of fundraising

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