Welcome to the third episode of the Knights of the Ledger Summit series from Stories from the River!

We continue the Q&A with Broad River Retail's CEO, Charlie Malouf with Hope Stocker, Manager, Retail Accounting, as guest host. Charlie shares stories about his early jobs, from mowing lawns at a young age to working in his uncle's deli and eventually serving as a busboy and waiter. The discussion highlights what Charlie's most proud of about Broad River Retail, the challenges he and the team faced in 2015 when Broad River was at a critical point, and his determination to steer the company away from the brink of bankruptcy. Despite the adversity, Charlie's leadership, driven by optimism and resilience, was pivotal in turning the company's fate around, embodying the Stockdale Paradox of unwavering faith through hardship.

The episode also explores Charlie's life beyond Broad River, focusing on his commitment to family and health. He shares tidbits of family activities, like attending his son's track meet and celebrating birthdays, emphasizing the importance of balancing work with personal life. Throughout the conversation, Charlie reflects on the significance of legacy and stewardship, envisioning a future where Broad River continues to thrive long after his leadership tenure. He underscores the role of investing in oneself, learning continuously, and passing on knowledge to future Memory Makers to ensure the company's enduring success. The session concludes with a Q&A segment, where Charlie provides advice on entrepreneurship and recommends impactful books that have shaped his journey.

Charlie's favorite books:

Win the Day by Mark Batterson - https://www.amazon.com/Win-Day-Journal-Harness-Power/dp/0593192869

The Road Less Stupid (Advice from the Chairman of the Board) by Keith J. Cunningham - https://www.amazon.com/The-Road-Less-Stupid-audiobook/dp/B07DJWQ7JN

Everybody Matters by Bob Chapman - https://www.amazon.com/Everybody-Matters-Extraordinary-Caring-People/dp/1591847796

The Power of Moments by the Heath Brothers - https://www.amazon.com/Power-Moments-Certain-Experiences-Extraordinary/dp/1501147765

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