E82 — Sean Wilson — Durham, Entrepreneurship, and Brewing a Life of Impact

Sean Wilson, Daytime MBA and MPP alum from the class of 2000, joins The Fuqua Show to reflect on an unconventional path through Durham, Fuqua, public policy, and entrepreneurship. Sean shares how his early years in the restaurant industry, time at Duke, and experience in the tech sector eventually led him into craft beer advocacy and the founding of Fullsteam Brewery.Along the way, he discusses helping change North Carolina’s beer laws through the Pop the Cap movement, building a business rooted in local agriculture and community, and what it means to create joy, belonging, and lasting impact through entrepreneurship. This episode is a thoughtful conversation about Durham’s evolution, leadership as an outsider, and choosing a life that feels meaningful over one that simply looks successful.Host: Philip CoaleMore information about applying to Duke's Fuqua School of Business can be found at https://www.fuqua.duke.edu/admissions.Note: This is a student-run production. The opinions expressed in this podcast are the speakers' own and do not reflect the view of Duke University, the Fuqua School of Business, or any organizations mentioned.