Sometimes a knock on the door isn't literal – it's the moment you realize the life you've built needs to be rethought.
In this episode, Andy Klump shares how nearly two decades in China – from selling Dell computers under intense pressure to helping scale one of the world's largest solar manufacturers – shaped his career, identity, and leadership. He reflects on the moments that tested his resolve, including navigating cultural barriers, building trust across borders, and confronting unexpected scrutiny that signaled the end of a defining chapter.
Andy also walks through founding Clean Energy Associates during the 2008 financial crisis, growing it into a global, values-driven firm, and eventually stepping back to prioritize family, health, and clarity. It's a conversation about resilience, humility, and knowing when it's time to pause – because sometimes the biggest growth comes from reconsidering everything you thought was next.
