How Chobani Thrives by Doing Business Differently

Hamdi Ulukaya took Chobani to a billion dollars in sales "without raising a penny in capital." How did he develop a thriving yogurt maker while emphasizing ethical business practices, protecting the environment, and creating a positive impact in the broader community?      Join Dr. Lori Esposito Murray and guest Hamdi Ulukaya, founder and CEO of Chobani and founder of Tent Partnership for Refugees, to learn about Ulukaya's journey from Turkey to upstate New York, how he lives his core values, and why improving society is a growth engine for business rather than a distraction.    (02:28) Hamdi's Early Life and Business Philosophy (05:54) Founding Chobani (08:25) Chobani's Growth and Success (09:39) Leadership and Business Values (17:20) Philanthropy and Social Impact (24:56) Refugee Employment and Tent Partnership (34:39) Closing Remarks and Future Vision   For more from The Conference Board:  2024 Distinguished Leadership Awards  Corporate Strategies to Enhance Economic Opportunity  Corporate Citizenship: A Safe Haven from Political Uncertainty    This Leadership in Challenging Times discussion is featured as a C-Suite Perspectives podcast and a special CED Policy Watch Webcast. Leadership in Challenging Times features timely and insightful discussions with the outstanding CEOs who are recipients of CED's Distinguished Leadership Awards. Business leader honorees discuss the unprecedented challenges facing the nation and how they are helping chart a path forward for both their companies and communities in which they operate. 

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