Matthew Carr: The Secret to Simplifying and Long-Term Success

Today Matthew Carr shares how he keeps his team focused on growth by eliminating obstacles and simplifying the day-to-day tasks that undermine success. Listen in as Deborah and Matt discuss the importance of listening to customers and employees, why workplace culture goes beyond organizational walls, and how Matt is focused on creating a “final employment destination” for his employees. Matthew Carr is currently the President at Beck Flavors. Matt has made growth and making Beck Flavors a top workplace his top priority. Beck Flavors looks to double it’s size over the next 3-5 years. During his time as President, Beck Flavors has been named to the Inc 5000 list and has been awarded a Top Workplace by the Saint Louis Post-Dispatch. Matt led the initiative to design and build a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility to accommodate Beck Flavors growth. That facility opened in April of 2021.   Matt has a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Tulsa and brings experience in marketing, strategic planning, and program development.  His volunteer work is long and varied.  He was appointed by President George W. Bush and Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez to the District Expert Council in 2007. He has also volunteered at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital since 2003, has been a member of the Bob Costas Gala Committee since 2008, serves on the Board of Governors for Cardinal Glennon. He also had experience on the boards of Saint Martha’s Hall and Rohan Woods School.  Matt and his wife of 18 years Ashley have a son Jack (15) and a daughter Taylor (11).   You can connect with Matt via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-carr-980ab37/   Are you a CEO dealing with change? Part inspiration, part strategy, I’ve created this resource for CEO’s who leading their team through a rapid transition and looking for a resource and guide to help them stay confident, focused, and a mentor for others. You can download it here: https://mailchi.mp/coviellocm/the-ceos-compassSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.