The $5B Lesson in Leadership: How Chris Boever’s ‘Be an ACE’ Philosophy Drives Success

In this episode of Hire Learning, Oz Rashid sits down with Chris Boever, CEO of Stryve Foods and one of the most accomplished leaders in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry.With a track record of creating over $5 billion in market cap growth, Chris shares the leadership philosophy that’s powered his success: Be an ACE — a mindset built on Attitude, Choices, and Effort.From humble beginnings working at a Wisconsin country club at age 12 to leading iconic brands like Birds Eye and driving multimillion-dollar transformations, Chris offers actionable insights into leadership, hiring top talent, and building high-performing teams that thrive.If you're looking for game-changing leadership lessons, team-building strategies, and inspiration to lead with purpose, this episode is a must-listen.In This Episode[00:03:00] Chris’ start at Hormel Foods and his rise through the CPG ranks.[00:09:30] How Chris transitioned from “best manager” to a transformative leader—thanks to candid feedback.[00:15:40] The philosophy of “Be an ACE” — Attitude, Choices, and Effort—and how it drives success.[00:21:15] Why fit matters more than capability when hiring for small vs. large companies.[00:28:00] The dangers of “renting results” vs. earning them through consistency and growth.[00:34:20] Stryve Foods’ mission to redefine healthy snacking and deliver “no junk, just protein.”[00:40:15] Chris’ advice to his younger self: Make your target bigger to open more opportunities.🚀 Tune in now for lessons on leadership, resilience, and creating a culture of excellence from one of the industry’s best.🗓️ New episodes every Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.