In this special episode of "They Don't Teach This in Business School," our host, Julie Bee, delves deep into the world of business ownership with a remarkable guest, Steve Neelemen.

As the visionary founder and vice-chair of Health Equity, the nation's leading provider of health savings accounts, Steve's entrepreneurial journey is nothing short of inspiring. From the pivotal moments like passing the HSA law in 2003 to their triumphant IPO in 2014, he has weathered both the highs and lows of the business world. Join Julie and Steve as they candidly explore the valuable lessons learned through experience that transcend traditional business education.

With honesty and vulnerability, Steve shares how some of his greatest insights came from the challenges, like the tough decision to reduce the workforce during the 2008 economic downturn. As he aptly puts it, "They didn't teach me this in business school, and it taught me a lot."

Tune in to gain exclusive insights from a seasoned entrepreneur who's been through it all, and discover what it truly takes to succeed in the ever-evolving landscape of business ownership.

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