

Through personal stories and expert reflections, listeners gain practical wisdom and inspiration to lead with impact, create cultures that connect stakeholders, navigate challenges unique to family business, and carry forward the legacy of their family business.
In this conversation, Stephen shares his journey from humble beginnings to leading J & B Healthcare, a family business focused on providing affordable and accessible healthcare. He reflects on the influence of his parents and grandmother, the importance of servant leadership, and the role of authenticity in business. Stephen emphasizes the significance of family values, community impact, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind, highlighting that true richness comes from giving and serving others.
Additional Resources:
Stephen Shaya, M.D. Managing Director of Akkad Holdings https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-shaya-m-d-a1a13357/
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Key Takeaways:
- Stephen’s family background shaped his values and work ethic.
- The importance of family in business is paramount.
- J & B Healthcare aims to make healthcare accessible globally.
- Servant leadership is essential for organizational success.
- Authenticity in leadership fosters trust and engagement.










Marshall Lockton
The Third Layer is a podcast crafted for family-owned business owners and leaders who truly understand the intricacies of navigating a business where family and leadership intersect. Hosted by Marshall Lockton, who has lived the family owned business experience from various leadership viewpoints, guests share what they’ve learned about what makes family business leaders uniquely able to lead with culture. The podcast zeroes in on the greatest leadership lessons about culture learned throughout the career of a seasoned family business leader. We uncover how that one pivotal insight transformed them and influenced everything they do. We go beyond the first layer, and ask the leader to help the audience really understand why the lesson was so important to them and how it applies to different facets of their business(es) and life. Through personal stories and expert reflections, listeners gain practical wisdom and inspiration to lead with impact, create cultures that connect stakeholders, navigate challenges unique to family business, and carry forward the legacy of their family business.