Building It All - Episode 118 - Wichita Chamber Business Accelerator - Stan Shelden

Posted by: Scott Elpers on Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Positive. Upbeat. For Stan Shelden, the glass is always half full. Whether he’s sketching out a design or spending time with his wife and five daughters, Stan is likely to have a smile on his face. Stan’s optimism is reflected in his work. As owner and founder of Shelden Architecture, Stan takes pride and ownership in each project. He believes in his team and the work they produce.

Stan serves on the Wichita Douglas Avenue Steering Committee, Wichita Design Council and is a past member of the Wichita Historic Board. He also serves as an Elder at Heartland Community Church.

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On this episode we discuss:
● Loving a diverse range of things and staying a generalist
● Being inspired by the passion of students
● The influence of entrepreneurial grandfathers
● Being good at people, not a building type
● Hungry, humble and smart
● The projects Stan has been a part of
● The value and creativity in repurposing existing spaces
● Thinking longer term
● Treating others as professionals and encouraging them to take time off

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Wichita Chamber Business Accelerator is a weekly podcast devoted to supporting and learning from area business owners. Released every Wednesday, it's produced by Forge Podcast Co, managed by the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Evergy.

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