Shared Table
Shared Table
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Shared Table podcast with host Jeff Simmons unveils the deeper conversations we have when we come to the table seeking meaningful connection rooted in authenticity and the shared value of making life better. Follow along as Simmons sits down with influential minds and explores the power of one table, one meal and one conversation – harnessing why, WHY matters.
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The podcast focuses on themes of personal and professional growth, veterinary medicine, hospitality, and animal sustainability, with episodes exploring topics such as veterinary challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic and innovative solutions in animal health, as seen in conversations with guests like Dr. Joya Griffin and Will Guidara.
Shared Table podcast with host Jeff Simmons unveils the deeper conversations we have when we come to the table seeking meaningful connection rooted in authenticity and the shared value of making life better. Follow along as Simmons sits down with influential minds and explores the power of one table, one meal and one conversation – harnessing why, WHY matters.
Sign up for the Shared Table newsletter on LinkedIn to receive executive insights and updates: Welcome to this episode of Shared Table. Elanco CEO Jeff Simmons sits down with Donnie King, CEO of Tyson Foods, at the company's global headquarters for an inside look at leadership, legacy, protein and the future of the industry.Donnie King has spent 43 years at Tyson Foods—starting on a poultry plant processing floor in 1982 and working his way to CEO of a global company whose products now sit in 70% of U.S. households. In this Shared Table conversation, Donnie shares his perspective on the major structural shifts in the food industry, including how GLP-1 weight-loss medications, an aging demographic, and the new USDA Dietary Guidelines, driving an unprecedented demand for real, nutrient-dense animal protein.They break down why ultra-processed plant-based alternatives failed to win over consumers and the economics behind the smallest U.S. cattle herd in 75 years. Beyond the metrics, Donnie shares timeless leadership wisdom regarding humility, organizational culture, and why true closeness to your workforce is something you have to actively choose every single day.Watch the full conversation on youtube:
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