To commemorate Whole Foods Market’s 45^th anniversary, Jason Buechel, CEO of Whole Foods Market and Vice President of Amazon Worldwide Grocery Stores, welcomes John Mackey, co-founder and former CEO of Whole Foods Market, to share his remarkable journey transforming one small natural foods store into a grocery revolution that changed the way America eats.

This inspiring conversation explores:

• The pivotal decisions that shaped the company’s incredible growth since 1978
• The evolution of the natural and organic foods movement since Whole Foods' founding 
• How to maintain an innovative culture while scaling a business over four decades 
• John's new venture, Love Life, and his vision for transforming healthcare 
• Leadership lessons learned from 45 years of practicing conscious capitalism

John also reflects on his proudest achievements during his tenure at Whole Foods Market, including the Whole Planet Foundation's impact on global poverty and the establishment of groundbreaking animal welfare standards. His passion for empowering others and creating positive change continues to shape the future of food, wellness and conscious business.

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