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Why Are You Doing That? The Values, Beliefs, and Principles That Got Me This Far

Why Are You Doing That? The Values, Beliefs, and Principles That Got Me This Far

  • Kevin Switick
  • Avian, Inc.

Kevin Switick, President and CEO of Avian, Inc., spent 20 years as a Navy test pilot before founding his defense contracting firm. As he has grown his Evergreen® business and developed as a leader, Kevin has become increasingly aware of the key lessons from both his military career and his entrepreneurial education that have guided him as a leader. 

In this presentation from Tugboat Institute Summit 2020, Kevin shares these insights and takeaways and describes his commitment to paying his knowledge and success forward through mentorship.

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