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Meet Ben Pechan

What time did you wake up this morning?   5:30 am

Do you have children?  Yes, 6-year-old son and 4-year-old daughter

What's your favorite movie?  Shawshank Redemption

What are you reading right now?  Sapiens:  A Brief History of Humankind

What do you do to unwind from work?  Movies, golf, time with my kids

What career advice would you give to your 18-year-old self:  Be patient and don't be afraid to fail

What is your favorite holiday to celebrate?  Thanksgiving

What was your first job?  Driving forklift and stocking shelves and a warehouse distribution center

Where did you grow up?  The only Waunakee in the world

What have you learned about being a leader?  You work for your employees and not the other way around.  Surround yourself with talented people and get out of their way!