Future-Focused Leadership with Mary Buchzeiger

Where most people see a roadblock, Mary Buchzeiger sees an opportunity. The CEO of Lucerne International is one of the most inspiring executives working in the auto industry today, and her infectious optimism and willingness to step into uncertain situations have propelled her career in automotive leadership. From onshoring manufacturing to the inner workings of Lucerne’s entrepreneurial operating system, Mary shares how her company has kept a focus on the future while adjusting to challenging situations in the present. “We've got crisis after crisis that we deal with just like any other business,” Mary says. She says it’s not always easy to set aside time to dream, plan and work on the business. Yet without making time for strategic projects, a business is doomed to stagnate and fail. In this insightful episode, Jan draws out the details of Mary’s most daunting professional challenges and her unwavering commitment to her family.