

#227: Ken Bacon, Cofounder and Managing Partner at RailField Partners – Trust is a form of currency
Feb 20, 2025
Ken Bacon, Cofounder and Managing Partner at RailField Partners and former Executive VP at Fannie Mae, highlights how trust functions as a crucial currency in business. He shares an unconventional negotiation strategy and reveals essential leadership qualities that drive effective decision-making. Reflecting on his upbringing, he discusses resilience and community impact, while also recounting a charming dinner with jazz legend Count Basie. Ultimately, Bacon emphasizes the need for authenticity and strong relationships in entrepreneurship and leadership.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Building Trust in Real Estate Investment
01:31 • 6min
Formative Influences on Leadership: Lessons from Childhood
07:51 • 4min
Reflections on Growing up in Segregated Schools and the Value of Community
12:15 • 3min
A Jazz Legend's Dinner Invitation
15:43 • 2min
From Scholar to Business Leader
17:16 • 18min
Enhancing Employee Engagement Through Feedback
35:29 • 2min
Navigating Entrepreneurship and Leadership
37:16 • 23min