Doing things differently often leads to outsized results and so we connected with some of the most inspiring leaders and trailblazers we know and asked them to go into detail about what they do differently relative to others in their industry.

Callie Luetters

At Southern Ponderosa we actually raise our animals and process them ourselves. We are one of few State Inspected processors in SC that raise our animals and process them without added chemicals. Most people don’t realize all that can be added to their meat at the slaughter stage of processing and we strive to make sure no chemicals are added! As clean of meat a person could consume is our goal. Read more>>

Dr. Jeremy Hudson

One of our most significant differentiators is our “Leadership Quotient” program, which integrates emotional intelligence, resilience, executive presence, innovation, inclusive leadership, and motivation into a cohesive development experience. This holistic approach ensures that leaders are not only effective in their roles but are also empathetic, innovative, and inclusive—qualities that are essential in today’s business environment. Read more>>

Qichao An

In 2018, I founded an independent design company, Mornice Brand Design, dedicated to helping businesses build, upgrade, and optimize their brands, thereby avoiding pitfalls in the branding process. I innovatively introduced the “Super Focus Theory,” which serves as our core guiding principle, providing brand design and product upgrade services to numerous clients. Unlike traditional design companies in the industry, we highly value and respect the unique aspects of small businesses that differentiate them from industry standards. Read more>>