Episode 104 of The Icehouse Podcast, hosted by Bryar Stewart is with Kurt Sandtmann, Owner Manager Programme 42 and Owner Manager Exchange Alumni. Kurt is the Managing Director of TRACTA, a communications agency that lives and breathes agribusiness. Based in Hawke’s Bay, their depth of understanding in the sector, and their ability to engage with customers is proven and unmatched.
The conversation with Kurt unpacks:
- His journey of business ownership, starting young
- The highs, lows and challenges of becoming an owner as an employee
- Misconceptions about the marketing industry
- His passion for Hawke’s Bay and surrounding regions and being a global company within a region
- Advice for his younger self and budding business owners
- What Kurt has implemented from the Owner Mangaer Programme, his connection with his cohort and what on-going community looks like for him
- The power of the Owner Manager Exchange and the realisation that all business owners have similar challenges to overcome
- The bright future of TRACTA
Check out our Podcast Series which is also on Spotify.