EP 245: Buddy Teaster, Soles4Souls - Building a Business Out of Bettering Lives

What does running 100 miles teach you about driving real-world change? In this episode, Soles4Souls CEO Buddy Teaster reveals how the grit of ultramarathon running helped him revive a struggling non-profit and build a global force for good. Buddy shares his inspiring journey from a late-blooming runner to an endurance athlete, detailing how Soles4Souls evolved from basic shoe donations to fostering economic independence and social belonging for children. From navigating injuries by pivoting to high-mileage walking to leaning on family support, his story proves how relentless persistence and adaptability power both physical endurance and impactful leadership.

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