Love in the Land Podcast | Episode #36: Matt Kaulig — Betting Big, Building Bigger
On this episode of Love in the Land, we welcome our first BILLIONAIRE guest, Matt Kaulig — an entrepreneur, philanthropist, former college athlete, founder of LeafFilter, minority owner of the Cleveland Guardians, NASCAR team owner, and one of Northeast Ohio’s most dynamic business leaders.
With ownership in more than 70 companies, Matt Kaulig’s story is one of relentless drive, bold decisions, and unwavering self-belief.
In this conversation, Matt opens up about:
How he broke into the “old boys club” of car racing from sponsor to NASCAR team owner
The leap of faith that led him to quit his job and launch LeafFilter from his basement
Why betting on yourself, even during the 2008 financial crisis, can be the key to explosive growth
Matt’s journey is a masterclass in vision, risk, and resilience — a reminder that success favors those who go all in.
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