The quest for autonomy can take you to unexpected places—sometimes even to the edge of death.

In this episode, Reid Tileston sits down with Scot Lowry, Professor at Case Western and ETA veteran, who shares his harrowing near-death experience kite surfing and how it reshaped his definition of freedom and entrepreneurship.

They dive deep into what autonomy really means for business owners, why different entrepreneurs define it differently, and how this understanding shapes successful acquisition strategies.

It’s a must-listen conversation about the true rewards of business ownership beyond just financial returns.