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Marie Gantz Hoerr, Director of Operations for Nelson Coleman Jewelers

February 2, 2025

  • Mentor & Inspiration: Walt Disney, because he pursued his work for joy rather than money.
  • Biggest Surprise in Leadership: Realizing she doesn’t know everything and must actively work on growth and development.
  • Key Leadership Lesson: Success requires collective effort—no one person is the smartest in the room.
  • Best Leadership Decision: Speaking up and recognizing that any opinion is valid if communicated respectfully.
  • Worst Business Decision: Holding on to employees who didn’t truly want to grow, teaching her that leaders can’t want success more than their team members do.
  • Excitement for the Future: The company’s ability to support the community through the Chris Coleman Enrichment Program.
  • Advice for Entrepreneurs: Failure is inevitable; what matters most is how you respond to it.

Her insights emphasize the importance of continuous learning, team collaboration, and resilience in leadership.

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