Michael S. Hudner stands at the helm of the B+H Shipping Group, an industry giant responsible for acquiring and financing over 140 ships, including oil tankers, bulk carriers, and offshore support vessels.
As the CEO and Chairman, Hudner’s journey involves pioneering novel shipping finance techniques and building a billion-dollar fleet. Beyond his maritime prowess, Hudner is deeply engaged in philanthropy and community organizations, showcasing his commitment to making a positive impact beyond the business realm.
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In this episode, you’ll enjoy 3 BIG things:
- Captain of an Empire: What’s involved with being a ship owner and how does he manage such a vast fleet.
- Billion Dollar Financial Wisdom: How he navigates the complexities of billion-dollar deals.
- How to avoid walking the plank arrrrrhh: Hudner shares personal experiences, including the loss of his son, finding new perspectives, dealing with emotional pain, and finding the balance between life, work, and passion.
If you enjoyed this and want to explore more from a founder of a billion-dollar empire, check out our episode with Ryan Serhant. You can find that as Ep#269 in this feed.
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One response to “Oil Tankers and Billion-Dollar Investments – Michael S. Hudner”
Dear Noah,
The interview and personal history or Michael was very interesting and rich in lessons !
His story reminds me a lot to the book The Shipping Man – Matthew McCleery.
Thanks for what you do !