Leading By Example with Trey Curtis

Trey Curtis is the CEO and owner of Concept AgriTek, headquartered in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. As a leader in the agribusiness domain, Trey has established himself as a symbol of hard work and dedication. He has a hands-on approach to leadership, learned from his father, and a commitment to setting an example by being willing to do any task within the company. With expertise in agronomy and a knack for scaling businesses, Trey drives Concept AgriTek's growth with a clear focus on product development, strategic sales, and meaningful customer relationships.Episode Summary:In this highly insightful episode of the Intentional Agribusiness Leader podcast, host Mark engages with Trey Curtis in a deep dive into the principles of intentional leadership and the monumental growth of Concept AgriTek. The conversation centers on the real-world application of leadership by example, the strategic decisions involved in growing a business, and the importance of staying grounded during exponential growth.Tapping into Trey's journey, the discussion unveils the transition from hands-on logistics to strategic vision-setting required as a leader of a scaling company. We also get a glimpse into the challenges and decisions associated with such expansion, including logistics, hiring the right people, and ensuring company culture remains rooted in strong moral values.Work Ethic and Leadership by Example: Trey Curtis emphasizes the paramount importance of setting an example through hard work, something he has carried from early days at the company.Navigating Growth: Trey shares insight on the necessary shift from operational to strategic roles as Concept AgriTek began to expand rapidly.Key Takeaways:Leading by example with a strong work ethic sets a cultural foundation for any growing team or company.Scaling a business requires intentional delegation and placing trust in a team built on shared values and work ethic.Maintaining company culture, particularly rooted in moral character and unity, is crucial during periods of growth.Strategic hires and consulting can support a company's expansion, especially when facing unforeseen challenges like logistics and infrastructure.Personal humility and grounding in faith can serve as guiding principles for leaders managing rapid business growth.Notable Quotes:"Leadership to me is mostly by example...I'll never ask somebody to do something I wouldn't do." - Trey Curtis"Having the moral character...that person's going to treat this company like he would treat his own." - Trey Curtis"We don't want to outkick our coverage... and so we work really hard at training our folks up." - Trey Curtis"Without God, we don't have anything... Without him, none of this would have been possible." - Trey Curtis"There's no replacement for working hard and having great character." - Trey Curtis