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CEOs You Should Know - Chicago

CEOs You Should Know - Chicago

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Welcome to CEOs You Should Know by iHeartMedia Chicago, the podcast that brings you inspiring stories and insightful conversations with some of the Windy City's most influential business leaders. Each episode, we dive deep into the journeys of Chicago's top entrepreneurs, CEOs, business leaders and innovators who are shaping the future of business. From startup success stories to corporate triumphs, our guests share their experiences, challenges, and the strategies that led them to the top. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned professional, or simply curious about the business world, this podcast offers valuable lessons and a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to succeed in one of America's most dynamic cities. Tune in and get inspired by the leaders who are driving Chicago's economic growth and innovation.
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  • Doug Cook: CEO and President of Feldco

    Doug Cook: CEO and President of Feldco
    Nov 3 2025
    In this episode of CEO's You Should Know, Adam Kurtz sit down with Doug Cook, CEO and Owner of Feldco Windows, Siding & Doors, one of the Midwest’s leading home-improvement firms. Doug shares his journey from Chicago-area roots to a 12-year broadcasting career, then into business ownership after earning his MBA at Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern.

    He opens up about how growing up in the Chicago region shaped his leadership style, how he found and acquired Feldco in 2000, and how he has built a company culture rooted in empathy, customer delight and community engagement. Along the way, Doug offers practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs who believe it’s “not yet the right time” and explains why that’s exactly the moment for action.
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    34 m
  • Jordan Justus: CEO of Automotus

    Jordan Justus: CEO of Automotus
    Sep 18 2025
    In this episode, we talk with with Jordan Justus, CEO and Co-founder of Automotus. Automotus is a first-of-its-kind automated curb management solution that helps cities reduce emissions.
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    30 m
  • Kurt Kane: President and CEO of TruGreen

    Kurt Kane: President and CEO of TruGreen
    Sep 10 2025
    In this episode, iHeartMedia Chicago Region President Adam Kurtz talks with Kurt Kane, President and CEO of TruGreen.

    An innovative and people-first leader, Kurt brings more than 25 years of experience with a focus on employee engagement and customer satisfaction to achieve strong company growth. Prior to joining TruGreen, he served as President, U.S., and Chief Commercial Officer at The Wendy's Company where he was responsible for record sales and profit growth while also improving the customer and crew member experience. Before his time at Wendy’s, Kurt held senior management roles at Yum! Brands, where he led and motivated frontline, service-oriented colleagues in the execution of innovative strategies to achieve significant growth at Yum!'s licensed brand Pizza Hut both in the U.S. and globally across 95 countries worldwide. In addition, Kurt has led brand and business transformations at Frito Lay, Molson Coors Brewing Company, and Procter & Gamble which unlocked outsized growth on several of America’s most beloved and well-known brands. Kurt’s leadership and commitment will help lead TruGreen into its next chapter of growth.

    Kurt also has served as an Air Defense Artillery officer in the United States Army, earned a Bachelor of Science from the United States Military Academy, and received a Master of Business Administration from The University of Texas at Austin.
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    27 m
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