Honoring Marty Ozinga III, Former CEO of Ozinga Inc. Episode 181
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On today’s episode, we talk with Marty Ozinga III, the former CEO of Ozinga Inc. As a family-owned, fourth-generation American business, Ozinga provides concrete, bulk materials, and energy solutions, along with transportation services through an extensive network of truck, rail, barge, and ship terminals. Established in 1928 in Evergreen Park, Illinois, Ozinga survived the Great Depression, and World War II and continues to be one of the most successful concrete and bulk material companies today.
In this episode, you’ll hear Marty talk about the history of the Ozinga family business, how he empowers Ozinga employees, and how, by serving God, you will reach unbelievable heights in your business.
“Life is about serving others and empowering those around you” -
Marty Ozinga III
“We’re not working here for ourselves. We’ve always been convicted that everything belongs to God” - Marty Ozinga III
“Understand that you’re not the center of the universe, you’re here to serve” - Marty Ozinga III
This Week on The Wow Factor:
● The Ozinga Family History
● The process of taking over the company at age 23
● Understanding other people’s gifts and talents
● Faith as a foundation
● 8 “Around the World” tickets, no cellphones, no Google, and a lot of adventure
● The Ups and Downs of the concrete business
● Caring about the people
● Transition out of being CEO
Marty Ozinga’s Word of Wisdom:
Life is about serving others and empowering those around you. When you construct a business with those core values in mind, you will not only build a profitable business, but a legacy as well.
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