Permission To Shine
The premier podcast dedicated to highlighting humble, inspiring people. Hosted by Andrew Namanny. Guests include Joey Gonzalez CEO of Barry's Bootcamp, billionaire Jay Adair, blind Mt. Everest Summiter Erik Weihenmayer, Ex-Russian Sex Spy Aliia Roza, and more.
Permission To Shine
35. Ken Hersh | CEO at George W. Bush Presidential Center & Texas Rangers Co-Owner
Ken Hersh has served as CEO and President of the George W. Bush Presidential Center since 2016, where he oversees the Bush Institute, Library, and Museum.
In 1988 Ken co-founded and became CEO of the legendary private equity fund Natural Gas Partners, an energy focused fund, who went on to earn a 27 year annualized 30% rate of return, making it one of the nation's leading private equity firms.
He is co-owner of the Texas Rangers and served on Stanford University's Graduate School of Business Advisory Council from 2009 to 2015.
Ken is the author of The Fastest Tortoise: Winning in Industries I knew Nothing About, where he recounts the biggest lessons from business and personal life. Link: https://www.amazon.com/Fastest-Tortoise-Winning-Industries-Figuring/dp/B0BJ16T2J1
We discuss taking risks, creating an environment of low turn over, feeding your winners, mental health advocacy, and so much more.
Please enjoy the knowledge Ken shares and let me know what you think!
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