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SHELDON YELLEN, BELFOR CEO.
Sheldon Yellen has built himself a robust reputation for his unconventional management style. As CEO of BELFOR Holdings, Inc. – a $1.5 billion entity which operates a number of companies including BELFOR Property Restoration, the global leader in damage restoration and recovery services – he carefully watches every penny spent yet doesn’t hesitate to hop on a private plane to visit a sick employee or customer. His rationale? BELFOR is his family.
Abandoning traditional business proceedings in order to put more stock in his greatest asset—people—Yellen admits hating meetings, committees, and layers of corporate hierarchy, preferring instead to constantly grow the business in order to expand his family, which today includes over 7,000 men and women in more than 300 offices spanning 21 countries.
Yellen received national acclaim for his deeply compassionate management style when he was featured in CBS’ hit series Undercover Boss, a show that provides corporate executives a glimpse into the inner workings of the companies they run. Yellen’s emotional journey through the everyday lives of four employees working on the front lines of his diverse business landed the series’ BELFOR episode an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Reality Program.
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10 Business Travel Tips From a Traveling CEO
It’s no secret that business travel is a hot trend for many companies. As offices are increasingly spread out and employees are starting to work remotely, there’s an increased need for face-to-face connections. My business [...]
Encouraging Employees Who Don’t Work The Typical 9-to-5
You often hear about “the 9-to-5 grind” — the typical eight-hour work day for most people with traditional office jobs. How to endure, combat or embrace “the grind” are often the subjects of workplace how-tos. But what [...]
What “Undercover Boss” Taught Me
As a corporate executive, do you ever truly understand your company from an employee’s perspective? Surveys, suggestion boxes and occasional face-to-face meetings can help, but the best way to get candid insight is to put [...]
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BELFOR Helps “Lend A Hand” to Alabama Tornado Survivors
In the aftermath of a tragic EF4 tornado in early March of 2019, countless homes, businesses and properties across the southeastern U.S. were left with significant storm damage. One of the hardest hit [...]
BELFOR CEO, Sheldon Yellen, and ABC News’ Ginger Zee Celebrate Heroic First Responders in New TV Series HEARTS OF HEROES!
When disasters strike, it takes a hero to save the day! BELFOR Property Restoration and CEO, Sheldon Yellen, are incredibly excited to announce the upcoming debut of HEARTS OF HEROES, premiering on Saturday, [...]
Sheldon Yellen Honors First Responders at MAFC Summer Conference
BELFOR CEO Sheldon Yellen recently addressed the Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs (MAFC) at their annual summer conference in Boyne, Michigan. During his speech, Sheldon thanked the Michigan fire chief’s for their unwavering commitment in providing life-saving [...]
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Sheldon Yellen has developed an influential following of decision makers who love his unconventional management style. His presentations reflect his management philosophies through managing the ups and downs of his industry, his personal journey as a leader and his intense belief in the people who execute his business every day.