You won't believe the journey of Lannin Zoltenko, a 5th generation Kansas farmer who has built a diverse business empire spanning pig breeding, crypto mining, and more. From humble farming roots to cutting-edge tech ventures, Lannin's story is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, innovation, and family legacy. You do NOT want to miss this episode!
In this episode:
[0:00] Introduction and ground rules
[1:19] Lannin's background growing up on a Kansas farm and getting hooked on K-State sports
[4:55] The pivot to starting a boar stud operation in the family business in 1998
[10:00] Challenges and lessons learned from a failed dog breeding venture
[15:00] Transitioning to general manager and growing the boar stud business
[20:00] The importance of innovation and thinking multi-generationally in family farming
[25:00] Navigating the complexities of working with family members
[30:00] Lannin's unexpected foray into cryptocurrency mining and the creation of Wildcat Blockchain
[40:00] How Wildcat is transforming rural communities through Bitcoin mining
[50:00] Views on the future of Bitcoin and crypto as digital energy
[55:00] Lannin's personal growth journey including major weight loss
[60:00] Impactful books that have shaped Lannin's leadership and mindset
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Connect with Lannin:
Email: lannin.zoltenko@zfistud.com
Website: zfistud.com and wildcat.digital
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lannin-j-zoltenko-675a2960 and https://www.linkedin.com/company/wildcatblockchain
Connect with David:
Website: www.businesswiththeboyz.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/daviddecelle
Email: David@businesswiththeboyz.com
Connect with Landon:
Website: www.businesswiththeboyz.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/landon-troyer-837b822b
Email: Landon@businesswiththeboyz.com
