Navigating cash flow, fostering international growth, and balancing family dynamics—business leadership is both challenging and rewarding. In this episode of The Business OS, host Kushal Saini Kakkar sits down with Kari Yuers, President and CEO of Kryton International, about her transformative journey in these areas.

Kari shares her experiences from starting in her father's factory as a teenager to expanding the family business into an international powerhouse operating in over 50 countries. She discusses overcoming financial struggles, the importance of trust, navigating the male-dominated construction industry, and Kari’s dedication to sustainability. Kari also highlights the value of a vibrant company culture, continuous learning, and fostering a supportive environment for employees.

You’ll Learn:

• Maintaining cash flow is essential for survival, especially in those early stages, way more than profits or revenues
• Discover how the long-term perspective of a family business lays the foundation for consistent growth and innovation
• Finding the correct partners isn’t just a box to check off, it's about ensuring they align with your vision and mission

Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro

(02:17) Innovations and growth at Kryton International

(04:16) How to navigate a male-dominated industry

(06:18) Challenges and strategies in scaling a family business

(10:27) Long-term vision and international expansion

(15:53) Navigating joint ventures and supplier relations

(22:57) Sustainability in business

(28:46) Building a vibrant company culture

(34:14) Learning to lead by listening

(37:58) Overcoming paralysis by analysis