I’m joined by Miles Faust, the owner and CEO of Wee Ones out of St. Louis, Missouri. Miles went from a blue-collar upbringing outside New Orleans to leading major sales and marketing teams for household-name brands, and then made the leap into owning a small, family-run manufacturer. We talk about shaping a work ethic, what it really takes to shift from corporate resources to a lean team, how he turned a designer-led culture into a customer-focused business, and why peripheral vision and resilience have been foundational in his journey.About the Guest:Miles Faust is an entrepreneur and business leader whose career bridges global corporate leadership and family business ownership. This unique combination of experience has shaped a leadership style that balances strategic vision with practical execution.After building a successful career leading growth initiatives across international markets and consumer product categories, Miles transitioned into entrepreneurship and has spent the past 16 years as the owner and president of Wee Ones LLC. In that role, he has led the company's strategic direction while remaining deeply involved in product development, brand licensing, sales leadership, and day-to-day operations.Known for turning strategy into results, Miles excels at aligning people, processes, and culture to drive sustainable, profitable growth. He combines creative thinking with financial discipline and operational excellence, helping organizations strengthen their brands, capitalize on new opportunities, and compete successfully in evolving consumer markets.To learn more:- Website: https://weeones.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesfaust/To learn more, visit:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-shupp-18b4619b/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/