In Episode 6 of Crave, The IFDA Podcast, we sit down with Mike Sweet, President of the Food Division at Ben E. Keith Company and current Chairman of the International Foodservice Distributors Association’s Board of Directors.

With a deep respect for culture, people, and purpose, Mike shares stories from his journey through nearly every role at Ben E. Keith, from sales to operations to executive leadership. He talks candidly about the impact of authentic company culture, leading through disruption, and the responsibility of stewarding a 120 plus year legacy.

Topics covered include:
- Defining and sustaining company culture in a rapidly evolving industry
- Lessons learned from acquisitions and integrating teams
- The role of empathy and gratitude in leadership
- Staying agile through uncertainty and transformation
- Why purpose driven leadership fuels business success

Learn more about Crave – The IFDA Podcast and future episodes: https://ifdaonline.org/crave-podcast/