Posts by Bob Stanton
Transformation – Little Eyes Are Always Watching
“What you do has far greater impact than what you say.”— Stephen R. Covey There are days when I’m in the thick of things—busy, focused, moving from one task to the next. And then there are days when I get the chance to pause and reflect. Recently, I found myself thinking about something my high…
Read MoreTao Te Nana – The Way of Listening
“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”– Maya Angelou Last night, I sat at a bar eating chicken wings, reflecting on my upbringing. One story stood out that I felt compelled to share. My mom always used to say, “Listen…
Read MoreAin’t It Working
“Let the working man know that he is not forgotten, and he will give you the world.” — Abraham Lincoln Last night, we surprised my dad and my sister’s family by showing up to watch my nephew play baseball. It was a perfect evening. As I sat next to my 83-year-old father, I found myself…
Read MoreGotta stay consistent—the “P” is for Persevere.
I’ve been sending my family the meaning of Champion from the song by Carrie Underwood.I know it might sound a little cheesy, but if you really drill down, there’s a lot of wisdom to be shared. This has always been one of my favorite parts of leadership. Walt Disney once said, “The difference between winning…
Read MoreDan Murphy
General Manager For the past 15 years, Dan Murphy has been an essential part of the Jones Meat & Locker family, leading our retail operations with dedication and expertise. As General Manager, he ensures that every product meets our high standards of quality while delivering an exceptional customer experience. Dan is passionate about providing customers…
Read MoreJeremy Stewart
Operations Manager With over 30 years in the meat industry, Jeremy Stewart is a seasoned expert in meat processing and production. As the Operations Manager at Jones Meat & Locker, he leads the processing room, where high-quality meats are expertly crafted into steaks, hamburgers, roasts, and more. If you’ve ever enjoyed one of our brats…
Read MoreMarty Cockerill
Product Manager Marty Cockerill has been an integral part of the Jones Meat & Locker family for over 40 years, bringing a wealth of knowledge, craftsmanship, and experience to the team. His expertise in meat processing and curing is unmatched—if you’ve enjoyed our ham, bacon, or jerky, you have Marty to thank. Beyond his mastery…
Read MoreDerrick Clevenger
CFO Derrick Clevenger is the CFO and Co-Founder of Nuss Partners, LLC, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s financial strategy and operational growth. With a mission to cultivate meaningful connections one relationship at a time, Nuss Partners prioritizes human interaction and empathy across all its assets and subsidiaries, striving to make…
Read MoreBob Stanton
CEO Bob Stanton is the CEO and Co-Founder of Nuss Partners, LLC, where he leads with a mission to cultivate meaningful connections one relationship at a time. Under Bob’s leadership, Nuss Partners emphasizes human interaction and empathy, aiming to positively impact communities and the world through its diverse portfolio in the food industry and beyond.…
Read MoreNuss Partners Expands with Acquisition of Jones Meat & Locker
Oct 1, 2024 Press Release** October 1, 2024 Nuss Partners LLC is excited to announce the acquisition of Jones Meat & Locker, a historic business in the heart of central Illinois. As part of this transition, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude to Terry and Marcy Jones for their decades of hard…
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