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Jeff Smith

Jeff Smith is the co-founder of Colorado Craft Beef and has charted a remarkable path from his academic foundation in ag business management at Colorado State University to make a significant mark on the beef industry. With a career spanning diverse roles from Cargill to private equity, Jeff's entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to sustainable agriculture have culminated in the success of Colorado Craft Beef. This commitment emphasizes his dedication to sustainability, quality, and community engagement. Jeff's entrepreneurial journey with Colorado Craft Beef is a testament to how a passion for agriculture, when combined with sharp business insights, can lead to transformative industry changes.

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Feb 28, 2024 • 1h 1min

Jeff Smith: Entrepreneurship in Beef | Ep. 66

Explore the journey of Jeff Smith from agribusiness to direct-to-consumer beef enterprise. Learn about growth strategies, partnerships, and impact on rural communities. Discover the challenges and aspirations of Colorado Craft Beef. Dive into collaborative innovation and leadership accountability in the beef industry.
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Jul 29, 2024 • 1h 20min

Beef and Bitcoin: The Future of Agriculture with Jeff Smith (WiM498)

Jeff Smith, a visionary from Colorado Craft Beef, is passionate about sustainable agriculture. He dives into the contrasts between industrial and regenerative farming, illustrating the need for practices that promote land health. The conversation explores the beef processing landscape and consumer shifts toward healthier food choices. Jeff shares his personal health journey and how adopting a carnivore diet transformed his life. He highlights the innovative role of Bitcoin in supporting his ranching business and advocates for mindful spending to foster local agriculture.
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May 21, 2024 • 24min

E68: The Smithsonian Institution’s Venture Capital Edge

Jeff Smith, Managing Director of Private Investments at the Smithsonian’s endowment, discusses the Smithsonian's advantage in venture capital. They talk about capital allocation, exit strategies, evaluating new venture managers, and the importance of communicating effectively with LPs.
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Mar 26, 2024 • 1h 34min

#493: Fixing Big Ag with Jeff Smith

Jeff Smith joins the discussion on ranching and agriculture, covering topics like Bitcoin integration, regulatory risks, land conservation, competing with corporations, orange pilling, weaponized fiat, competency crisis, and the importance of sustainable practices. The conversation delves into the challenges and solutions in the beef industry, the potential of Bitcoin as collateral, and the unnerving power dynamics in global economies.
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Jan 5, 2024 • 50min

Jeff Smith. The Truth About the Food Industry . Episode 678 with The Real Brad Lea (TRBL)

Jeff Smith, a highly skilled business consultant specializing in food production and heavy construction, discusses the truth about the food industry and being a true rancher. They explore grass-fed beef as a marketing strategy, potential use of an animal drug for cancer treatment, and scaling a barbecue company. They also address the profitability of the cattle industry and challenges faced by smaller ranchers.