H. Clay “Hap” Kellogg IV and Kathy Kellogg Johnson, Co-Owners of Kellogg Garden Products, Episode 183

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At Kellogg Garden Products, the values of humility and integrity are deeply ingrained in the company culture. H. Clay “Hap” Kellogg, the third-generation president and CEO, upholds the core values introduced by his grandfather and father before him, even as the family-run business has grown over the years. Meanwhile, Co-Owner and Chairman of the Board, Kathy Kellogg Johnson, is equally passionate about sustainable business practices and the health of our planet and its people. She focuses on ensuring that Kellogg Garden Products' operations contribute to the future well-being of its employees, customers, and the environment. Together, Hap and Kathy lead the charge in maintaining a company culture committed to positively impacting the world.

Our very special guests this week are Hap Kellogg and Kathy Kellogg Johnson, Co-owners of Kellogg Garden Products. We’re delving into the history of the business, how it started and continued to grow and expand, and how it grew and expanded under Hap and Kathy’s stewardship. You'll hear how they use the business as a platform for ministry, and we explore their relationship with God and how it’s a big part of their Kellogg journey. We'll also discuss the importance of humility, generosity, and the one thing they do at the beginning of each business meeting to set the right tone for cooperation and productivity. 

“The wonderful thing is God created this earth, with the ability to heal itself.” - Kathy Kellogg Johnson

“We focus on two words, humility, and integrity.” - H. Clay “Hap” Kellogg IV

“We're humble and teachable, and able to move forward.” -  H. Clay “Hap” Kellogg IV

This Week on The Wow Factor:

  • Hap and Kathy’s first experiences of being part of a Kellogg Garden Products 

  • Why Hap decided to give up being a professional rodeo cowboy and join the family business

  • When the business started and how it continued to grow and expand.

  • How Kathy and Hap use the business as a platform for ministry 

  • More about Kathy’s TED Talk on how we can rebuild the earth, and her thoughts on the importance of improving our soil quality to improve our health

  • How Kathy and Hap work together as third-generation co-owners, how they resolve disagreements and the one thing they do at the beginning of each business meeting to set the right tone 

  • How Hap and Kathy’s relationship with God has been a big part of the Kellogg family business and family legacy

  • The importance of humility in helping you start to see a perspective beyond yourself

  • Why Hap and Kathy built their company culture around the idea of being generous with thoughts, words, money, time, and attention, and the way they share their influence

H. Clay “Hap” Kellogg IV and Kathy Kellogg Johnson’s Word of Wisdom:

It's better to give than receive, no matter who you are, so look for those opportunities intentionally every day, then move forward and be watchful of who you're learning from and who you're teaching.

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