Not everyone upholding a legacy wears boots every day. Some manage from behind a laptop, two states away, ensuring the books are clean and the cattle fed. In this episode, Mary Kate Pedigo shares her non-traditional involvement in her family’s 120-year cattle operation, proving one does not have to be physically on the ranch to be an integral part of its legacy.
Pedigo, a creative agency owner and co-founder of The Moore House, shares her unique perspective on honoring a family legacy when traditional roles evolve, blending a deep-seated connection to the land with modern entrepreneurship and remote management. Her insights cover navigating generational shifts, embracing technology, and discovering unexpected opportunities, demonstrating that an impactful role in a family operation can take many forms.
In this episode, we cover:
- Contributing to a family's century-old ranch from afar, managing critical backend tasks like leases and payments through technology.
- How staying involved in the ranch's business operations arose from necessity, leading her to protect family assets and develop a fair profit-share partnership.
- The transformation of her grandparents' 1919 home into "The Moore House," an agritourism destination in Willcox, Arizona, that blends history with hospitality.
- Her diverse life involves managing a creative agency, raising a family in East Texas, and working cattle in Arizona, all held together by a commitment to legacy.
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- The Moore House: (https://www.moorehouseaz.com/)
- Instagram: @staythemoore (https://www.instagram.com/staythemoore) @marykatepedigo(https://www.instagram.com/marykatepedigo)
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