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Sheldon Yellen
Bio
Sheldon Yellen is the CEO of Birmingham, Michigan-based BELFOR, the worldwide leader in property restoration and disaster recovery. BELFOR has more than 6,400 employees in 300 offices spanning 31 countries. Sheldon was featured on CBS’s Undercover Boss.
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From Crisis to Control — How to Lead Effectively in High-Stress Scenarios
From the eye of the storm to the heart of leadership: How BELFOR's Sheldon Yellen's approach to the disaster recovery industry is revolutionizing resilience in business.
4 Ways to Ensure Your Startup Will Survive Disaster
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How Growing Up With Nothing Equipped Me to Run a Billion-Dollar Company
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Why Sincerely Caring for Your People Yields the Greatest ROI
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