In this episode of 'Everything is Personal,' we spotlight Kyle Neathery, the CEO of Alabama-based Samson Extracts. We explore his transformative journey from a baseball-obsessed childhood in Louisiana to becoming a CEO in the cannabis industry. The discussion delves into the lessons Kyle learned from sports, the complexities of the hemp industry, and the hurdles of scaling and manufacturing bulk CBD products. Kyle is light-hearted, sharing personal anecdotes, including experiences with cannabis and how it helps him manage high anxiety.
In this episode of 'Everything is Personal,' we spotlight Kyle Neathery, the CEO of Alabama-based Samson Extracts. We explore his transformative journey from a baseball-obsessed childhood in Louisiana to becoming a CEO in the cannabis industry. The discussion delves into the lessons Kyle learned from sports, the complexities of the hemp industry, and the hurdles of scaling and manufacturing bulk CBD products. Kyle is light-hearted, sharing personal anecdotes, including experiences with cannabis and how it helps him manage high anxiety.
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TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:28 Growing Up in Louisiana
00:55 About New Orleans
03:19 Family Background
04:46 Baseball Journey
05:45 College and Career Transition
13:57 Professional Challenges and Growth
26:28 Entering the Cannabis Industry
32:53 Taking on New Challenges
33:13 Turning Around Samson Extracts
35:30 Scaling Up Extraction Operations
38:17 Navigating the Hemp Market
46:35 The Future of Samson Extracts
49:30 Personal Reflections and Cannabis Experiences
54:20 Music and Memories
57:54 Conclusion and Contact Information