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Welcome to the ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator Podcast. Host Steve August talks with Judson Armentrout, Founder and Principal Consultant of Building Block Solutions, and a Former Coordinator - Case Ready Fresh Meats at Kroger. Judson shares how growing up around agriculture led him to a career in the fresh food industry. He opens up about discovering his ADHD through his son’s diagnosis and how he’s built a career using his strengths. Learn how Judson went from running a $1.5B meat supply chain to solving big food supply problems as an entrepreneur.

Judson isn’t just a food expert; he’s on a mission to fix how fresh food gets to stores. His own ADHD journey helped him see problems clearly and build smarter systems. At Building Block Solutions, he helps companies solve real supply chain issues without the usual stress. He believes focus, freedom, and the right tools help ADHD minds thrive.

Judson spent years in the fresh food industry before starting Building Block Solutions, a company that solves big supply chain problems. His late ADHD discovery helped him understand how his brain works best. From plant floors to boardrooms, he’s built tools and systems that turn chaos into clarity. Now, he helps companies work smarter and get fresh food where it’s needed.

Key Takeaways:

• ADHD Strengths: Judson uses his ADHD to solve problems in smart, new ways.
• Fresh Food Fixer: He helps companies move fresh food better, faster, and safer.
• Real World Tools: His systems save time, cut waste, and make work smoother.
• Freedom to Build: Leaving corporate life gave him space to grow and help more.
• Shared Story: Judson’s journey shows that ADHD minds can lead and create real change.

Additional Insights:

• ADHD and Mission: Judson’s ADHD helped him build a business that solves real food problems.
• Lessons from Work: His past jobs taught him how to fix things fast and think differently.
• Right Fit Work: He knows he does best with freedom, not strict rules or slow systems.
• Smart Systems: Simple tools and daily habits help him stay focused and get things done.
• Honest Talk: Judson shares openly so others with ADHD feel seen and inspired.

• “I’m built to solve hard problems, then move on.” - Judson Armentrout
• “I didn’t realize how much stress I was under until I left.” - Judson Armentrout
• “I love the freedom. That’s what I was craving.” - Judson Armentrout

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Teaser

[01:40] - Meet Judson Armentrout: From Food Ops to Founder

[04:35] - The Realities of Summer Work-Life Balance

[05:49] - Growing Up in Agriculture: Early Career Foundations

[08:54] - Revolutionizing Case Ready Meat Operations

[11:51] - From Iowa to Innovation: Traceability and Tech Startups

[13:34] - Leading Kroger’s $1.5B Meat Supply Chain

[16:40] - Building Block Solutions: Disruption with Purpose

[31:02] - Discovering ADHD Through His Son’s Diagnosis

[27:13] - Tools, Systems & Coping Mechanisms That Work

[34:04] - Final Advice & Where to Find Judson

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LinkedIn Accounts:

• Judson Armentrout: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judsonarmentrout/
• Building Block Solutions: https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingblock-solutions/
• Kroger: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kroger/

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• https://www.thekrogerco.com/

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