How Relationships Create CEO Careers w/ Kash Rocheleau

If you’ve ever felt unseen at the table—or worse, like you had to scream just to be heard—this episode is your reminder that quiet influence can be the most powerful of all. In this deeply resonant conversation, Shayna sits down with Kash Rocheleau, CEO of Icon Foods, to talk about the real keys to leadership, representation, and rising through male-dominated industries with authenticity and bold strategy. Kash unpacks how relationships—not just résumés—create real upward mobility. She shares the exact shifts that helped her move from behind-the-scenes to front-facing CEO and how she built trust from the ground up (literally—yes, she was on the forklift). From succession planning to imposter syndrome, this conversation is a masterclass in owning your leadership journey and preparing the next generation to rise with you. Whether you’re ready to make your next bold career move or simply need permission to own your seat at the table, this episode will call you higher—with strategy, substance, and heart. What You’ll Learn: –How relationships can open doors your résumé can’t –Why quiet leadership is often the most impactful –The mindset shifts that helped Cash move from CFO to CEO –How to prepare for succession—whether it’s your company or your career –The power of representation vs. loud advocacy –How to build a high-value network that actually moves the needle Mentioned Resources: Follow Kash on LinkedIn: HERE Your Next Steps: Ambitious Women: Take our Influence Growth Assessment and discover your unique influence and how to use it to boost your profitability: https://myinfluencestyle.com Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/shaynarattlerdavis Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/shaynarattlerdavis