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Episode Summary:
Ben shares how his leadership journey began in the warehouse, working graveyard shifts to pay for college, and evolved into leading international teams from Korea to Australia. They dive into the hard-earned lessons that shaped Ben’s approach to leadership–what it means to make tough calls, build trust across cultures, and stay grounded through global success.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
How Ben’s leadership journey started in the shipping department and scaled to global strategy
What it’s like to lead teams across Korea, Taiwan, Australia, and the U.S.
How learning new languages shaped his view of leadership and connection
Why humility, persistence, and personal vision matter more than position
About the Guest:
Ben is fluent in Korean, has lived abroad for over a decade, and brings a rare depth of cultural and operational insight to his leadership. He is a proud husband and father of five. His favorite pastimes include hiking, reading, and cycling.
Resources & Links:
Ben Riley Links:
LinkedIn: Ben Riley
Richard Bliss Brooke Links:
Website: richardbrooke.com
X: RichardBrooke
LinkedIn: Richard Bliss Brooke
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Episode Summary:
Ben shares how his leadership journey began in the warehouse, working graveyard shifts to pay for college, and evolved into leading international teams from Korea to Australia. They dive into the hard-earned lessons that shaped Ben’s approach to leadership–what it means to make tough calls, build trust across cultures, and stay grounded through global success.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
How Ben’s leadership journey started in the shipping department and scaled to global strategy
What it’s like to lead teams across Korea, Taiwan, Australia, and the U.S.
How learning new languages shaped his view of leadership and connection
Why humility, persistence, and personal vision matter more than position
About the Guest:
Ben is fluent in Korean, has lived abroad for over a decade, and brings a rare depth of cultural and operational insight to his leadership. He is a proud husband and father of five. His favorite pastimes include hiking, reading, and cycling.
Resources & Links:
Ben Riley Links:
LinkedIn: Ben Riley
Richard Bliss Brooke Links:
Website: richardbrooke.com
X: RichardBrooke
LinkedIn: Richard Bliss Brooke
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