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Thirty Minute Mentors

Episode 216: Former 7-Eleven and Blockbuster CEO James Keyes

Feb 27, 2024
38:49

James Keyes was the CEO of two of America’s largest and best-known companies: 7-Eleven and Blockbuster. While James was CEO of 7-Eleven, shareholder value increased tenfold and the company was acquired. James joins Adam to share his unique journey - from growing up in poverty to leading two household name companies with opposite fates - and his best lessons learned along the way. James and Adam discuss leadership, managing adversity and change, cultivating confidence, cultural literacy, and much more.

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