After 35 years at Bealls, Bealls, EVP, Chief People Officer Dan Doyle sits down with Bealls Legacy for one final conversation about people, purpose, and progress. From hisearly days in loss prevention to leading the company’s people-first culture, Dan shares hard-earned wisdom on leadership, kindness, and change.

They discuss lessons learned from decades of growth, how empathy shaped his career, the importance of listening, and the art of leaving on your own terms. Dan reflects on how Bealls’ legacy of integrity and human connection continues to guide the company—and what comes next as he transitions intoretirement.

This heartfelt episode is a celebration of gratitude, growth, andgoodbyes — and a reminder that real leadership begins and ends with people.

🎧 “Kindness isn’t weakness. It’sstrength.” — Dan Doyle

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Episode Timeline:

00:00 - Introductions

01:40 - The Time is Right!

06:07 - Being a Responder

13:43 - Difficult Part of your Job

17:28 - How have things changed?

19:17 - Where have you grown the most?

22:59 - Advice to your Predecessor?

28:01 - Opportunities for Human Resources

32:12 - Navigating Change

34:30 - Comparing the Beginning & End of Career

40:04 - Looking Forward into the Future

44:34 - What will you miss most?

45:06 - Retirement - Final Answer?

46:11 - Closing

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