In this episode, Matt sits down with longtime Bealls leader Conrad Szymanski to reflect on his journey through the company—from working alongside R.M., E.R., and Bob Beall to shaping Bealls’ evolution through the 1990s and beyond. Conrad shares stories of the early company culture, his path to executive leadership, and his current role on the Board. With a thoughtful look at the future of retail and Bealls’ continued growth, this episode captures the wisdom and vision of a true legacy builder. Interested in a Career at Bealls? – https://www.beallsinc.com/beallsinc/careers Follow Matt Beall on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-beall-legacy/ Episode Timeline:00:00 Introductions13:44 Working with R.M. Beall, E.R. Beall, and Bob Beall21:19 Early Bealls Culture24:55 Career Progression36:32 The 90’s at Bealls53:25 Joining the Bealls Board1:02:02 Future of Retail1:05:11 Current Focus1:09:35 Closing