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Dave Kooiman - The Small-Town Values That Shaped a CEO—and a Dad
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What if the fastest route to a meaningful life is slowing down for the people at home? Today, we welcome the founder and CEO of Arena Staffing, Dave Kooiman.
In our conversation, Dave opens up about small-town roots, a painful college cut, getting fired, and the surprising breakthroughs that followed. The result isn’t a hustle story; it’s a playbook for building a family culture with clear values, humble leadership, and daily presence.
We start with gratitude and the simple joy of being together—church, school, coaches, and late-night game watching. Dave introduces us to his…
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