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ASG recruits the best and the brightest talent to lead and grow our companies to the next level. We select these purpose-driven leaders based on raw attributes — think grit, EQ, humility, integrity, and will to win.
People will forget what you said, but not how you made them feel.
Improv comedy
Know what you want from life, so you can get what you want from life.
“Such is life.” – Ned Kelly
“The mountains are calling and I must go.” – John Muir
My education. It has given me my best friends, brought me around the world, and led me to where I am today.
“To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.” – Steve Prefontaine
Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger for the entertainment and words of wisdom.
Success isn’t permanent and failure isn’t fatal.
Can park a helicopter in the box it came in.
William Shakespeare. Noone in history has more fully understood the human condition or portrayed it more beautifully.
The Queen & Aristotle. Her Majesty has had such an incredible reign with so much change, I think she’d have innumerable outstanding stories to tell. I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to have dinner with Aristotle, the father of modern Western thought and tutor to Alexander the Great.
What would you do if you know you would not fail?
All the women in my family – they are brave, strong, determined, a little stubborn, and the most genuine people you will ever meet.
“All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” ― J.R.R. Tolkien
My parents, for their steadfastness and ability to bring life to those around them.
Meat judging (4-H national top 5 in 1986)
Bill Clinton to learn why he got into politics and what he would change about his past. Maya Angelou to listen to her tell stories about her life and learnings and to enjoy her presence and wisdom.
“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.” – Dr. Seuss
My grandfather. Despite being the first in his family to graduate from college, he went on to co-found a group of universities that transformed the availability of higher education in his hometown in India.
Luck happens when preparation meets opportunity.
Playing guitar
You didn’t get hired to be timid.
My 2 smart and strong girls, although I can barely take any credit in their amazingness.
“You’re paying me to push back.”
Walter Payton, my favorite football player growing up, and God, to get the answers to SOOOOOOO many questions.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle." - Plato
Jane Austen, for her sharp observations of human nature and even sharper wit. My grandfather, who raised me until I was four and passed away too early, so I could thank him for his care and love.
My friend Katlin Smith, CEO of Simple Mills. She showed me what it’s like to always give 120%, courageously have tough conversations, and constantly self-improve for the betterment of your company and team.
Satya Nadella, a decisive leader who preaches and practices empathy, and Jimmy Yang, a hilarious comedian whose authenticity I admire.
Even though we value attributes over experience, we are still awed by what our CEOs and Executives in Residence have already accomplished. Here’s a taste:
