Zach Theademan | LEADERSHIP WICHITA
Photos by NIKOLE BABB
What characteristics do you value most in your coworkers?
Reliability, integrity and strong work ethic.
What is the most important part of your work?
Ensuring that my employees are equipped with the necessary tools to be successful
What is one piece of advice that has served you well in your journey?
You have to move forward and not dwell on your failures.
What should one never take for granted?
Trust.
What is non-negotiable for you?
Disrespect.
What are you grateful for?
My wife and kids.
Who is your greatest inspiration?
My grandfather.
Who are your mentors and why?
Lynn Nichols. He's an exceptional business leader and man. He made Yingling Aviation what it is today. [My father] William Theademan [for] his ability to prioritize family and work. He started a business 37 years ago with nothing to his name. He built that into a nice success, but being a good dad and raising his children was his number one priority.
What motivates you?
Time Freedom
What’s the last series you binge-watched?
The Last Kingdom
What do you collect? Why?
Watches - I don't know, I just have an infatuation with timepieces
What is your most used emoji?
smile with sunglasses or thumbs up