Thriving in a Family Business While Excelling at Being a Family (with Dave Lopez)

Thriving in a Family Business While Excelling at Being a Family (with Dave Lopez)

Author: The Capital Chart Room June 19, 2019 Duration: 47:08
Dave Lopez is the youngest of five in a family where every single family member became a part of the McDonald’s system. After gaining experience in various positions throughout that system, Dave earned a position on the executive team at Lopez Foods, an award-winning McDonald’s supplier. Listen as Dave shares his advice on how to grow as siblings and executives as the company evolves, and how excelling at being a family is as important as excelling at business. Dave Lopez moved into his role as VP Sales and International Sales for Lopez Foods after serving as direct liaison for all export business, as well as taking on roles of General Manager for Doroda Foods and for Lopez Foods. Dave has played key roles in company wide initiatives, include an efficiency enhancement program. Dave and his wife Stacy have co-chaired the Ronald McDonald House of OKC Red Shoe Gala since 2016. Dave also serves on the Board of Directors for the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma (2017 to present) and is a member of the Downtown Rotary Club in Oklahoma City. Dave served on the Board for the Latino Community Development agency for a total of three years. Dave and Stacy live in Edmond and have two daughters, Sabrina and Sophia and their son, Louie. www.lopezfoods.com Bigger Than Business is the show where you’ll discover real-world stories of business owners living their purpose. You’ll encounter men and women all over the world who draw strength from understanding why they do what they do and how they remain true to that purpose through the ups and downs every business owner will face. www.thecapitalchartroom.com

Hosted by The Capital Chart Room, Bigger Than Business moves past spreadsheets and strategy to explore the core motivation that drives people to build something of their own. This isn't a theoretical discussion; each episode is built around a candid conversation with a business owner from somewhere around the globe. You'll hear the unvarnished details of their journey-the pivotal wins, the inevitable setbacks, and the personal convictions that guided them through it all. The focus here is on the human element behind the enterprise, examining how a clear sense of purpose becomes both a compass during uncertainty and a source of resilience. For anyone building a career, leading a team, or marketing a vision, this podcast offers a rare look at the intersection of personal values and professional execution. Tune in for authentic stories that reveal how understanding the "why" behind the work can shape a more meaningful and enduring path forward, proving that a venture's impact is often about much more than its bottom line.
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