Navigating Leadership and Legacy 

This week Ivy Slater, host of Her Success Story, chats with her guest, KASH ROCHELEAU. The two talk about her story of rising to the top leadership position at Icon Foods, resiliency, growth, and the support systems that fueled her success.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How her journey from being unhappy with her career to becoming a CEO unfolded

• What role her initial expectations of motherhood played in this transition

• How Kash's degree in business influenced her job search

• What led her to apply for the position of executive assistant to the CFO at Icon Foods

• What support systems she found valuable when she began working at Icon Foods, and how they contribute to her rapid career advancement

• How she handled the sudden responsibility of taking over her mentor's role, and what steps she took to ensure her success in the new position

• What motivates her to continually seek new learning opportunities, and how this mindset benefits her in all aspects of life

KASH ROCHELEAU served as the chief financial officer for Icon Foods soon moving into the CEO role (as of May 10, 2024). She oversees the financial operations, reporting, and compliance of these organizations, as well as drives their growth and profitability. She has a strong background in legal matters, such as acquisition negotiation, trademark applications, regulatory compliance, and contract drafting, which enables her to handle complex and diverse transactions and issues. Shecurrently holds an MBA degree from Eastern Washington University, with a focus on accounting and finance, to further enhance her skills and knowledge in this field. In her free time, she loves to be with her family, spend time outdoors, and golf.