Founder's Journal cover image

Why Ron Shaich Gambled Everything for Panera Bread

Founder's Journal

NOTE

Finding Purpose in Business: A Journey from Activism to Entrepreneurship

Ron Shake, a former CEO of various businesses, shares how he unexpectedly found his passion for business after being thrown out of a convenience store in college. He proposed opening a nonprofit convenience store and became its first general manager, discovering a love for creativity and serving consumers.

00:00
Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner