Episode 113: Build vs. Buy: Scaling Your Business with Navy Veteran Travis Mack

In this episode of Veteran Led, John S. Berry sits down with Travis Mack, Chairman and CEO of Saalex Corporation, as he shares valuable lessons on scaling businesses. A decorated Navy Veteran turned successful entrepreneur; Travis breaks down the crucial decisions leaders face when growing their organizations.​

Key Takeaways:​
• How to identify when to develop internal talent vs. hiring externally ​
• The evolution of company culture through different growth stages ​
• Why structure and oversight increase with organizational growth ​
• The importance of tactical empathy in leadership ​
• Creating equity opportunities to attract and retain top talent​

Explore Resources from this episode:​
https://saalex.com/​
https://www.greenwoodselfstoragefunds.com/​
https://www.themackfoundation.com/​
https://valeonetworks.com/ ​

00:00:00 - Opening discussion on building vs. buying talent ​
00:02:36 - Building and evolving organizational culture ​
00:04:32 - The importance of structure in mature organizations ​
00:06:31 - Transparent leadership during organizational change ​
00:18:30 - Creating an employee-owned organization (ESOP) ​
00:21:38 - Three examples of good and bad leadership ​
00:27:25 - Travis's social media presence and free resources​

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