Honoring History, Leading with Heart followed by Hustle, Grit & Building Success from the Ground Up

Dalene Blattner, Shareholder Connections Manager at Clemens Food Group, shares her journey as a fifth-generation leader in Pennsylvania’s largest family-owned business. Growing up surrounded by hard work and dedication, she embraces servant leadership and the power of perseverance. Dalene sees herself as a steward of her family’s 130-year legacy, committed to sharing their story and fostering strong connections. Tune in to hear how she overcame self-doubt, leads with purpose, and carries forward a history of resilience and teamwork. Followed by George Bressler, President of GB Collects, shares his no-nonsense journey from growing up in Queens to building his own company. With hustle in his DNA, he started working at 11 and learned early that success comes from hard work, integrity, and accountability. Despite skipping college, he used real-world experience to get a head start, proving that fear can be a powerful motivator. George’s story is about resilience, betting on yourself, and turning challenges into opportunities. Tune in to hear how he carved his own path to the top—no shortcuts, just hustle.