This is Mike Beckham - Co-Founder & CEO of Simple Modern

On this episode I chatted with CEO of Simple Modern Mike Beckham about his journey from growing up in the state to leading one of Oklahoma's fastest growing companies. You may have seen or even used his products. The Simple Modern product range features in many big box stores around the country. Mike haas co-founded several e-commerce businesses that have cumulative sales of more than a billion dollars. But it wasn't always that way, he talks about his upbringing, his faith and ultimate goal to build lasting businesses that improve the lives of their employees and customers.

"Simple Modern seeks to develop exceptional stainless steel, vacuum insulated water bottles, tumblers, and travel mugs along with a vast assortment of backpacks, lunch bags, and food storage solutions. We are committed to doing business with excellence, placing the needs of others above our own, and delivering quality products that will simplify our lives."

www.simplemodern.com 

Mikes book recommendations: 

Walt Disney, By: Neal Gabler

Alexander Hamilton, By: Ron Chernow

Titan, By: Ron Chernow

Steve Jobs, By: Walter Isaacson

The Wright Brothers, By: David McCullough

Benjamin Franklin: An American Life, By: Walter Isaacson

Washington, By: Ron Chernow

Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power, By: Jon Meacham

Sam Walton, By: John Huey, Sam Walton

Shoe Dog, Phil Knight

 

This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, telling Oklahomas story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof 

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