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#14: Perseverance In The Face Of Adversity With Raina Nelson

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About the Episode

Tune in to this must-hear episode of Self Smarter as Raina Nelson, the President & CEO of Westfalia Fruit USA, joins Dan’l and Megan to share her powerful story. You’ll hear how Raina persevered in the midst of intense adversity as well as inspiration for listeners on their own leadership journey. Raina, Dan’l, and Megan share their love for three artists who embody perseverance in today’s Music Moment.

Show Notes

About Raina Nelson

As the daughter of a Florida citrus grower, Raina’s passion and dedication for the fresh produce industry runs deep. She currently serves as the President & CEO of Westfalia Fruit USA.  Raina attended the University of Florida where she received her bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition and her master’s in Food Microbiology. She loves mentoring and giving back to the next generation of fresh produce industry professionals.

Dan'l and Megan

About the Hosts

We’re Dan’l Mackey Almy and Megan Zweig, the hosts of the Self Smarter podcast. We’re wives, mothers, and friends and have spent the majority of our careers leading a full-service marketing agency that serves the fresh food, floral, and better-for-you foods industry. Our chats usually involve the latest marketing insights, leadership lessons, and self-awareness tools. These chats always include lots of laughter, the occasional tear and are mostly discussed over a cocktail… or three. We’re passionate about sharing what we’ve learned, the highs and the lows, to help other leaders in the journey of becoming self smarter.

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