About this episode

Mike West shares his leadership journey marked by resilience and formative experiences.

In this episode, Mike West, Senior Vice-President of Elevated, shares his high-stakes leadership journey defined by resilience and a "field-first" mentality. From navigating the waterways of Fort Lauderdale as a youth to surviving a near-death accident in an elevator pit, Mike discusses how these formative experiences forged his unwavering commitment to safety and professional accountability.

People in this episode

Guest: Mike West

Topics covered

• leadership
• resilience
• safety
• professional accountability
• personal journey

Keywords

• leadership
• resilience
• safety
• near-death experience
• accountability

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Elevated

Places: Fort Lauderdale

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