In this episode of the ACE Leadership Serving Up Success podcast, host Christi Brown sits down with Daniel Mason, a leader who literally started from the ground up, navigating his way from the shop floor to becoming the CEO and Co-Owner of renowned business Leigh Fibers.

Discover how Daniel has led with purpose to innovate, build culture, and propel his business into success. What a story!

Highlights you'll hear:

⭐ From Shop Floor to CEO: Daniel shares the pivotal decision on his 19th birthday that laid the groundwork for his entire career trajectory—a powerful reminder that leadership growth starts at every level.

⭐ Purpose-Driven Innovation: Learn how Leigh Fibers turns recycled clothing into automotive padding (making your car quieter!) and how this commitment to sustainability drives their business focus and problem-solving approach.

⭐ The Courage to Rebuild: Hear the detailed account of how Daniel and his co-owner famously "tore up the org chart" to realign the company for ultimate success, creating better fit and stronger autonomy across the board.

⭐ Culture as the Core: A deep dive into why recruiting for cultural fit is non-negotiable for long-term growth and mission alignment.

If you’re ready to rethink your organizational structure and lead with more purpose, this episode is a must-listen!

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Find more information about Leigh Fibers: https://leighfibers.com/

Connect with Daniel: http://linkedin.com/in/dmason5

Find out about Daniel's favorite Spartanburg lunch spot: https://www.facebook.com/IkesKornerGrill/

Learn more about Authentic Leadership Coaching and connect with Christi : ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/authenticleadershipcoachingsc⁠⁠⁠⁠

Music by Christi's talented nephew Slate. His music is in the Spotify Links

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