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Season 3 Kickoff Episode with New Co-Host Bill Whitacre //S03E01
The Inspire Excellence Podcast is back for Season 3!
We could not be more excited to have the podcast back in full swing and with an incredible line up! With this new season, we also have a new co-host that we are excited to announce! Let us Introduce you to Bill Whitacre.
Bill Whitacre is one of the brightest minds in Idaho. Bill was J.R. Simplot's 6th CEO since Company founder Jack Simplot stepped down in 1973. He retired after an 18-year career with Simplot, and his final nine years as Chief Executive Officer. Headquartered in Boise, today the J. R. Simplot Company is a vertically integrated, global agribusiness powerhouse and one of the largest privately held companies in America, employing more than 10,000 people worldwide. Nearly a third of those employees reside in the Boise Valley.
“Bill has been a highly successful and visionary leader who has helped the J.R. Simplot Company reach new heights and expand our global presence,” said Scott Simplot, Chairman of the Board of Directors. “The Company, the Board and the extended Simplot Family thank him for his leadership and commitment.”
Whitacre joined Simplot in March 2000 as president of Simplot’s turf and horticulture business. In 2002, he was appointed president of the Simplot AgriBusiness Group and was named CEO in 2009. Whitacre has more than 40 years of experience in the agriculture industry.
As CEO of the J. R. Simplot Company, Whitacre expanded the Company’s international footprint and enhanced its position with communities, industries, customers and employees. By strengthening the Company’s competitive position and growing its global presence, Whitacre has overseen an increase in revenues from approximately $4.5 billion to $6 billion today.
“It has been an honor to lead this great Company,” said Whitacre. “The agriculture industry continues to offer significant opportunities and the J. R. Simplot Company is well positioned to continue its leadership position earned over the past 90 years.”
Today, Bill spends his time serving the community and traveling across the globe on his motorcycle.
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About the Podcast:
Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and tell your friends!
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The Inspire Excellence Podcast is back for Season 3!
We could not be more excited to have the podcast back in full swing and with an incredible line up! With this new season, we also have a new co-host that we are excited to announce! Let us Introduce you to Bill Whitacre.
Bill Whitacre is one of the brightest minds in Idaho. Bill was J.R. Simplot's 6th CEO since Company founder Jack Simplot stepped down in 1973. He retired after an 18-year career with Simplot, and his final nine years as Chief Executive Officer. Headquartered in Boise, today the J. R. Simplot Company is a vertically integrated, global agribusiness powerhouse and one of the largest privately held companies in America, employing more than 10,000 people worldwide. Nearly a third of those employees reside in the Boise Valley.
“Bill has been a highly successful and visionary leader who has helped the J.R. Simplot Company reach new heights and expand our global presence,” said Scott Simplot, Chairman of the Board of Directors. “The Company, the Board and the extended Simplot Family thank him for his leadership and commitment.”
Whitacre joined Simplot in March 2000 as president of Simplot’s turf and horticulture business. In 2002, he was appointed president of the Simplot AgriBusiness Group and was named CEO in 2009. Whitacre has more than 40 years of experience in the agriculture industry.
As CEO of the J. R. Simplot Company, Whitacre expanded the Company’s international footprint and enhanced its position with communities, industries, customers and employees. By strengthening the Company’s competitive position and growing its global presence, Whitacre has overseen an increase in revenues from approximately $4.5 billion to $6 billion today.
“It has been an honor to lead this great Company,” said Whitacre. “The agriculture industry continues to offer significant opportunities and the J. R. Simplot Company is well positioned to continue its leadership position earned over the past 90 years.”
Today, Bill spends his time serving the community and traveling across the globe on his motorcycle.
----------------------------------------------------------
About the Podcast:
Connecting with the community is a priority for BVA. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of individuals who are changing the world. The Inspire Excellence podcast is an Idaho based show that is hosted by Bill Whitacre, former CEO of the J.R. Simplot Company and Tommy Ahlquist the CEO of BVA Development. Each episode features different guests and compelling topics. Leave a review on the platform you decide to listen on and tell your friends!
Follow Us Online At:
Anchor: https://anchor.fm/inspireexcellencepo...
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/bvadev/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0R...
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bvadev/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvadev
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-...
Follow Ahlquist on Social Media:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ahlquist/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahlquistdev/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ahlquistdev
X (Twitter): https://x.com/ahlquistdev
Meta (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/ahlquistdev/
Youtube: https://youtube.com/@ahlquistdev?si=ejOXPKRqQjtsdVFE
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