Building a Culture-First Organization: Lessons from Campminder's 23-Year Journey with Dan Konigsberg

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Discover the story of how Campminder's CEO, Dan Konigsberg, built a wildly successful, values-driven company culture, attracting both top talent and ideal investors. Learn how to move beyond generic outreach and create a magnetic force that draws the right partners to you.

Dan shares his journey, revealing the crucial role of authentic core values in building a sustainable business. This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, CEOs, and anyone seeking to create a thriving workplace.

Chapters:

00:00 - Navigating Peak Operational Seasons

02:24 - Comprehensive Camp Management Solutions

03:48 - Leveraging Facial Recognition for Engagement

05:36 - Bootstrapping to Longevity

14:36 - The Role of Authentic Core Values

19:50 - Creating Alignment Through Core Values

23:54 - Culture as a Competitive Advantage

27:18 - Defining and Upholding Company Values

32:27 - Choosing Value-Aligned Investors

40:20 - Long-Term Thinking for Sustainable Growth

45:26 - Transparency in Leadership Transitions

48:46 - Evaluating Culture During Mergers and Acquisitions

54:10 - Adding Value Beyond Capital

57:12 - Authentic Outreach in Private Equity

Connect with Dan:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dankonigsberg/

Campminder: https://campminder.com/

Links:

Dan Herr: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielherr/

Matt Rooney: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-rooney-coastalpartners/

Coastal Partners: https://www.coastalpartners.co/

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