How Results-Driven Goals Transform Organizational Culture - Andrew Hutson

In Chapter 11 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, Andrew Hutson answers "What Has Your Work Taught You About the Value of Results-Driven Goals?"  Hutson, a project manager working at the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) finds a results-driven culture helps him be a better, and more fulfilled, manager.  He notes how a results-driven framework works well in his particular non-profit organization, blending donor and foundation relationships with an MBA and environmentalist employee base that works with private sector clients.  Hutson is a senior project manager at the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), where he advises corporate partners such as Wal-Mart on sustainable supply chain initiatives.  Hutson holds a PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an MEM from the Duke University Nicholas School of the Environment.  He earned his BA from Michigan State University. 

How Environmental Innovation Works in the Private Sector - Andrew Hutson

In Chapter 13 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, Andrew Hutson answers "What Has Your Environmental Work at Intersection of Public and Private Sectors Taught You About What Makes Innovation Work?"  First, Hutson notes, comes value creation.  This comes before solving problems or identifying needs.  Private sector environmental value creation and profitability must precede environmental benefit.  Hutson is a senior project manager at the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), where he advises corporate partners such as Wal-Mart on sustainable supply chain initiatives.  Hutson holds a PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an MEM from the Duke University Nicholas School of the Environment.  He earned his BA from Michigan State University. 

How Project Manager Gets Chance to Work Abroad in China - Andrew Hutson

In Chapter 14 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, Andrew Hutson "How Did You Get the Opportunity to Work Abroad in Hong Kong and Shanghai?"  Hutson, a project manager at the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), works on projects in energy efficiency and manufacturing.  This client work in consumer goods and retail takes him to Hong Kong and southern China, where Hutson has the opportunity to meet ambitious, energetic young professionals working  to make China a better country and become industry leaders.  Hutson is a senior project manager at the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), where he advises corporate partners such as Wal-Mart on sustainable supply chain initiatives.  Hutson holds a PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an MEM from the Duke University Nicholas School of the Environment.  He earned his BA from Michigan State University. 

How Expat Experience in China Reshapes Career Aspirations - Andrew Hutson

In Chapter 15 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, Andrew Hutson answers "How Has Working Abroad in China Shaped Your Ambition for What You Do Next?"  Hutson reframes the question around not ambition but aspiration.  Working in China teaches Hutson to appreciate where he is from.  He notes that while he will likely work internationally often on short and medium term assignments, being a lifelong expat working abroad is not something he will pursue.  Hutson compares and contrasts several abroad experiences and how each overseas living experience has affected his life and trajectory, personally and professionally.  Hutson is a senior project manager at the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), where he advises corporate partners such as Wal-Mart on sustainable supply chain initiatives.  Hutson holds a PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an MEM from the Duke University Nicholas School of the Environment.  He earned his BA from Michigan State University. 

What Gets Easier and What Gets Harder - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 1 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "What is Getting Easier and What is Getting Harder in Your Life?"  He applies Malcolm Gladwell's Outliers perspective to improving at certain tasks.  He also notes that as things improve and grow, the progressive challenge is thinking ahead to the future to better position the company for growth.  J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

How Entrepreneurs Differ From Small Business Owners - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 2 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "What is the Difference Between Being an Entrepreneur and a Small Business Owner?"  Allen frames his answer in aspirations and scale.  He compares and contrasts small business examples with what he sees as entrepreneurial focused ventures.  As an entrepreneur J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

How Entrepreneur Learns to Manage Expectations at Home - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 3 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "What Have You Learned About Managing Expectations at Home While Building a Business?"  Allen shares the importance of good communication at home with his wife, especially as he transitions from a 24-year old founder to a husband and father over ten years in business.  J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

What are Challenges in Building a Business With Family - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 4 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "What Has Been Most Challenging Building a Business With Family?"  Allen shares generational challenges as well as finding separation between personal and professional.  Allen details how working with his mother has impacted how their relationship has developed over time.  J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

How CEO Manages Investor Expectations for Long Term - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 5 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "How Do You Manage Investor Expectations for the Long Term?"  He notes the importance of casting vision, setting timeframe, and adjusting for the unexpected.  As a company that has done three iterations - or revolutions - on its strategy, he shares lessons on managing investor expectations and relationships while shifting company strategy after raising money.  J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

The Pros and Cons of Being Your Own Boss - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 6 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "What Do You Enjoy Most About What You Do?"  Allen shares the pros and cons that come with being one's own boss.  He provides details into managing time, setting priorities, finding balance and building a team.  J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

How Small Company CEO Learns to Hand Off Responsibilty - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 7 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "What Has Been Most Challenging Handing Off Responsibility to Others?"  He shares stories about how he learns to be less directly involved and hand off responsibility as his company grows to over 100 employees.  He shares examples from growing a call center to hiring a CFO and how he went through the decision process.  J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

How CEO Leadership Changes as Company Tops 100 Employees - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 8 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "What Does It Mean to Be a Leader in What You Do?"  Allen compares and contrasts leadership responsibilities when starting a company to the present, where he now has over 100 employees.  He shares challenges staying connected with employees while setting an example and vision for his team to follow. J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

What Attributes to Seek When Hiring Managers and Executives - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 9 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "What Attributes Do You Look For When Hiring Managers and Executives?"  Allen notes that at his phase - roughly 100 employees and growing at 40% per year - he needs experienced hires that have done it before.  He shares how funding or capital availability plays a role and the challenges that come with part-time staff.  J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

How Talent Management Strategy Changes as Business Grows - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 10 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "How Are Your Recruiting Priorities Changing as Your Business Grows?"  As Allen's company grows, he learns to let go and focus on hiring experienced talent.  He shares examples how internal controls provide business structure allowing for managed growth and scalability.  He notes how talent profiles differ between startup culture and structured growth culture and how that affects priority setting over time.  J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

How Operational Excellence Creates Competitive Advantage - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 11 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "How Has Operational Excellence Become a Competitiev Differentiator for Your Business?"  As CEO of a company that helps colleges recruit students, Allen notes that operational excellence is fundamental to competing in a crowded services market.  He shares what has been fundamental to not only satisfy customers but also doing so while scaling his business and call center.  J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

How to Use Customer Feedback to Improve Service Offering - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 12 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "How Have Your Used Customer Feedback to Improve Product and Service Offerings?"  Allen shares how both customer and user feedback shapes how he builds an education services offering to meet college client goals of finding students while meeting prospective student needs to find the right school or academic program.  J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

How to Improve an Entrepreneur Support Network - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 13 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "Is It Important for an Entrepreneur to Have Great Cheerleaders?"  Allen notes while encouragement helps, he finds the most value from supporters who are more about engagement than enthusiasm.  By having engaged supporters who understand the business, Allen receives advice that helps him prove his business model and grow his company more profitably.  J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

How CEO Finds Executive Mentors Using Business Network - J.T. Allen

In Chapter 14 of 17 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, education entrepreneur J.T. Allen answers "How Are Your Mentor Relationships Changing as Your Business Grows?"  After ten years in business, Allen begins looking outside his business, investors, and advisors for individuals with shared experience and values that can join him on his adventure.  J.T. Allen is the CEO and co-founder of myFootpath, a company that provides higher education online resources and call center services to help high school and adult learners choose academic programs in line with career goals.  Before myFootpath, Allen worked in strategy consulting for Ernst & Young.  He earned his BBA and graduated cum laude from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.