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EPISODE · Feb 18, 2026 · 24 MIN

Growing a Business Together Without Losing Each Other – Robert & Kay Lee Fukui

from The Grit to Growth Podcast · host Levi Te Slaa and Dusten Hendrickson

In this heartfelt and practical episode, Levi sits down with Robert and Kay Lee Fukui, co-founders of i61 and creators of the “Thriving in Tandem” framework. Drawing on personal stories and years of professional experience, the Fukuis share why business success shouldn't come at the cost of your most important relationships. From managing cattle ranches and church congregations to corporate marketing and small business consulting, Robert and Kay Lee reflect on their unique upbringings and how those backgrounds shaped their mission to help married entrepreneurs balance business and home life. Together, they talk through the common traps couples fall into—like unresolved conflict, busyness, and wearing too many hats—and how weekly meetings, focused priorities, and heart-level connection can lead to a more profitable business and a stronger marriage.   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Be A Guest Are you a successful business owner or professional with insights to share? Apply to be a guest on https://grittogrowthpodcast.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

In this heartfelt and practical episode, Levi sits down with Robert and Kay Lee Fukui, co-founders of i61 and creators of the “Thriving in Tandem” framework. Drawing on personal stories and years of professional experience, the Fukuis share why business success shouldn't come at the cost of your most important relationships. From managing cattle ranches and church congregations to corporate marketing and small business consulting, Robert and Kay Lee reflect on their unique upbringings and how those backgrounds shaped their mission to help married entrepreneurs balance business and home life. Together, they talk through the common traps couples fall into—like unresolved conflict, busyness, and wearing too many hats—and how weekly meetings, focused priorities, and heart-level connection can lead to a more profitable business and a stronger marriage.   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Be A Guest Are you a successful business owner or professional with insights to share? Apply to be a guest on https://grittogrowthpodcast.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

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