Shared Table

About Shared Table

Shared Table podcast with host Jeff Simmons unveils the deeper conversations we have when we come to the table seeking meaningful connection rooted in authenticity and the shared value of making life better. Follow along as Simmons sits down with influential minds and explores the power of one table, one meal and one conversation – harnessing why, WHY matters.

Publisher

Jeff Simmons, Elanco Animal Health

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

29 Aug 2024

Latest episode

25 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Sept 2026

   Episode 9: Run Your Race. 43 Years. Featuring Donnie King

   Sign up for the Shared Table newsletter on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7224419700733095936) to receive executive insights and updates: Welcome to this episode of Shared Table. Elanco CEO Jeff Simmons sits down with Donnie King, CEO of Tyson Foods, at the company's global headquarters for an inside look at leadership, legacy, protein and the future of the industry.Donnie King has spent 43 years at Tyson Foods—starting on a poultry plant processing floor in 1982 and working his way to CEO of a global company whose products now sit in 70% of U.S. households. In this Shared Table conversation, Donnie shares his perspective on the major structural shifts in the food industry, including how GLP-1 weight-loss medications, an aging demographic, and the new USDA Dietary Guidelines, driving an unprecedented demand for real, nutrient-dense animal protein.They break down why ultra-processed plant-based alternatives failed to win over consumers and the economics behind the smallest U.S. cattle herd in 75 years. Beyond the metrics, Donnie shares timeless leadership wisdom regarding humility, organizational culture, and why true closeness to your workforce is something you have to actively choose every single day.Watch the full conversation on youtube: (https://youtu.be/i_KKclG-sz0)

2. 

   30 Jul 2026

   Episode 8: 2 Leaders, 3 Billion Meals, Closing the Gap with Tony Robbins

   What happens when purpose meets massive scale? Sign up for the Shared Table newsletter on LinkedIn to receive executive insights and updates: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7224419700733095936 (https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7224419700733095936)In this episode of Shared Table, Elanco CEO Jeff Simmons sits down with New York Times Best-Selling Author, Entrepreneur, and Philanthropist Tony Robbins for a masterclass in leadership, human psychology, and driving global impact.While Jeff and Tony come from different backgrounds, they share a singular, powerful "why": hunger. Whether it is the hunger of a leader chasing an ambitious vision, or the physical hunger affecting millions of families worldwide, both believe the only acceptable response is massive, immediate action.During this deep-dive conversation, Jeff and Tony share the defining personal experiences that shaped their life missions—from a rainy night in Brazil for Jeff, to a pivotal Thanksgiving dinner for Tony. They discuss why true leadership is defined by the power of decision, focusing on three choices every leader must make daily:What will you focus on? The problem or the possibility?What does it mean? Is a setback a failure or a lesson?What are you going to do? Manage the status quo or take massive action?They also discuss how they have actively applied this psychology to build the Coalition to Close the Protein Gap. By raising 40 million dollars to construct the infrastructure needed to deliver 3 billion protein-rich meals to vulnerable communities, they are proving that when purpose meets scale, real-world change is possible.Strategy is easy. Psychology is the hard part. Watch the full conversation to learn why leaders must stop managing circumstances and start creating the future.Learn more about our mission to end the protein gap: #SharedTable #Leadership #CloseTheProteinGap Episode Chapters00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q) Introduction: Shared Table 00:46 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=46s) Jeff Simmons' Purpose Story 01:51 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=111s) Tony Robbins' Origin Story 04:07 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=247s) Three Choices of Leadership 08:28 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=508s) Scaling Global Philanthropy 12:37 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=757s) Precision Nutrition & Diet 15:17 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=917s) How HATCH Works 16:55 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=1015s) $40M Protein Gap Initiative 20:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=1200s) Life Force & Precision Medicine 21:48 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=1308s) Reclaiming the Dinner Table 24:50 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=1490s) Leading Through Uncertainty 28:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=1680s) AGI & the AI Revolution 33:36 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=2016s) Mindset Skills for the Future 36:13 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=2173s) Psychology of Scaling Businesses 38:39 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq97nGGPe4Q&t=2319s) Final Words: Secret to Giving

3. 

   1 May 2026

   Episode 7: Diagnostics. Vet Visits. Giving Pets a Voice with Jay Mazelsky & Jay Price

   Dogs and cats can’t talk. Diagnostics give them a voice. In the latest Shared Table discussion, Jeff Simmons, CEO of Elanco, sits down with two of the most transformative leaders in our industry: @Jay Mazelsky, CEO of @IDEXX, and @Jay Price, CEO of @Mission Pet Health. From diagnostics and disease detection that enable the front line veterinary care, this dynamic sets the table for a great end-to-end conversation. #SharedTable #PetHealth #Veterinarians Linkswww.elanco.com (www.elanco.com)www.idexx.com (www.idexx.com) www.missionpethealth.com (www.idexx.com) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsimmons2050/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsimmons2050/ )https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-mazelsky-a9291b5/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-mazelsky-a9291b5/) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-price-4aa41099/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-price-4aa41099/)

4. 

   10 Mar 2026

   Episode 6: Customer-Obsession, Curiosity, Moonshots with Sumit Singh

   For millions of pet parents, it's more than just a delivery; it's a symbol of convenience, care, and a deep connection to their beloved animals. It reflects a powerful trend: pet subscriptions now drive 40% of pet care dollars, with omnichannel consumers spending 30% more annually. This powerful customer bond was at the heart of the latest Shared Table conversation with @Chewy CEO @Sumit Singh. Sumit's journey is a masterclass in leadership, taking Chewy from $2B in revenue to a remarkable $12B. His secret? A relentless customer-obsessed mindset, a spirit of curiosity, and a willingness to take bold "moonshots" that redefine an industry. We explored how Chewy built a powerful "moat of differentiation" through human connection at scale. Empowering care agents and delighting customers with empathy and data to drive loyalty and growth. At the center of all of this - veterinarians. We discussed Chewy's innovative expansion into veterinary care, streamlining administrative tasks for veterinarians, and freeing up their time to focus on patient care, leaving a positive impact on pets and their parents. It's something we relate to at Elanco - Making Life Better for Animals, and for those who care for them.

5. 

   9 Feb 2026

   Episode 5: Protein, Science, Debate and Dietary Guidelines with Nina Teicholz

   Shared a table with Nina Teicholz, an investigative science journalist and author. We dove deep into the current state of food, the science behind dietary choices, and the importance of open debate. Her commitment to finding clarity in nutrition is truly inspiring. Our discussion highlighted how understanding diverse perspectives and questioning assumptions drives progress and innovation in the future of food.Watch more Shared Table Here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_UNZ23eA7IWbyl0qjHdFcYF6PQ8yo0H (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_UNZ23eA7IWbyl0qjHdFcYF6PQ8yo0H) Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsimmons2050/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsimmons2050/ )https://www.linkedin.com/company/elanco (https://www.linkedin.com/company/elanco)00:00 Introduction to a Transformative Journey01:00 Nina's Vegetarian Past and Transformation02:57 Influences and Culinary Experiences4:43 Resistance to Dietary Change11:19 Current Trends and Advocacy in Nutrition15:15 Practical Nutrition Advice for Families18:24 The Moral Imperative of Nutrition Truth19:10 The Importance of Open Debate in Nutrition21:39 Key Takeaways on Dietary Misconceptions

6. 

   28 Apr 2025

   Episode 4: Connection, Joy, Gizmo: Dr. Joya Griffin

   Shared a table with Dr. Joya Griffin, board-certified veterinary dermatologist and star of National Geographic’s Pop Goes the Vet, to discuss the emotional toll of atopic dermatitis and the need for innovative solutions in veterinary dermatology. Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsimmons2050/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/elanco https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-joya-griffin-3449064b/ https://www.drjoyadvm.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drjoya_thepetskinvet/

7. 

   19 Dec 2024

   Episode 3: Intentional, Hospitality, Trust Your Gut: Will Guidara

   Shared a table with Will Guidara, renowned restaurateur, New York Times bestselling author of Unreasonable Hospitality, and co-producer of the Emmy Award-winning comedy drama series The Bear, to go deep on the powerful insights into how "unreasonable hospitality" is a way of approaching not only work, but life itself. Links: • https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsimmons2050/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsimmons2050/ )• https://www.linkedin.com/company/elanco (https://www.linkedin.com/company/elanco)• https://www.linkedin.com/in/willguidara/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/willguidara/ )• https://www.unreasonablehospitality.com/ (https://www.unreasonablehospitality.com/) • https://www.thewelcomeconference.com/ (https://www.thewelcomeconference.com/ )• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIHL6n_Yw44LzhGW0xmuL0A (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIHL6n_Yw44LzhGW0xmuL0A) @MadeNiceNYC  (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCAjIfHhX9VK-DBCNwh5IobQ)  @TheWelcomeConference  (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCIHL6n_Yw44LzhGW0xmuL0A) 00:00 Intro1:15 Trust your Gut2:39 Navigating Crossroads4:44 Reinventing Before You Have To7:02 Where are We?8:27 The Culinary Experience at Feeney Pizza13:12 Leadership and Connection in the Modern Workplace17:41 The Graduation That Changed Everything19:57 A Night to Remember25:15 The Need for Genuine Connection28:19 Creating Purpose in Work32:09 Balancing Excellence and Hospitality33:37 The Art of Gifting37:22 The Role of Protein in Our Diet41:50 Balancing Personal and Professional Life45:37 Living a No Regrets Life49:47 Influences and Inspirations in Leadership53:39 The Philosophy of Unreasonable Hospitality54:58 Closing Remarks and Gratitude

8. 

   13 Sept 2024

   Episode 2: Compassion, Pets, People, Complexity

   In this Shared Table Episode we explore the path of two veterinarians – what got them into the profession to the very real, complex challenges they are facing today. I recently visited Anti-Cruelty, Chicago’s oldest and largest, private, open-admission, unlimited stay humane society, and sat down with Dr. Emily Swiniarski, Medical Director of Anti-Cruelty and Dr. Amanda Schnitker, Hospital Director at Companion Animal Hospital River North and Uptown Animal Hospital, both a part of Uptown Animal Hospital, INC. Dr. Emily and Dr. Amanda shared what inspired them to pursue a veterinary career – from helping an injured animal on the road to shadowing at a vet clinic to see animal surgeries. Their stories highlight the need for more moments that inspire the next generation to follow in their paths. Our conversation shifted gears to the obstacles veterinarians face – a major one being the ongoing impact from the COVID-19 pandemic and shutdown period. While we live in a post-pandemic world today, veterinarians are living with a ripple effect that exacerbated many existing challenges veterinarians face daily – compassion fatigue, shortage of veterinarians and technical staff and visit decline tied to new competitive care models, like online pharmacies and urgent care veterinary hospitals that gained momentum during the pandemic. Beyond managing the health of our pets, veterinarians also manage pet owners’ emotions, expectations, devastations – it’s about people. At Elanco we say, Making Animals’ Lives Better, Makes Life Better – and without veterinarians this can’t happen. That’s why Elanco shows up every day for veterinarians, working to bring both the partnership and business expertise and an innovative portfolio that address some of their most challenging unmet needs – from parvovirus and pain to diabetes to itchy dogs. Despite the challenges veterinarians face, it’s clear Dr. Emily and Dr. Amanda find deep fulfillment in their work – especially in the moments that involve direct care and connection with animals and their owners. Huge thanks to all of our veterinary professionals. What you do is so important. I’m inspired by Dr. Emily and Dr. Amanda, their optimism balanced in reality as well as the possibilities they see for the next generation of veterinarians. #SharedTable #PetHealth #VeterinaryMedicine #WeAreElanco Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-swiniarski-968831a2/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-swiniarski-968831a2/ )https://www.linkedin.com/company/anti-cruelty/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsimmons2050/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/elanco https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-schnitker-095b264/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/uptown-animal-hospital/

9. 

   29 Aug 2024

   Episode 1: Trust, Spit, Milk, Climate: Frank Mitloehner

   Shared Table Episode 1 One table to another exploring conversations rooted in connection, leadership, purpose, animals and making life better. I’m a big believer in tables – they symbolize the vision we have at Elanco – Food & Companionship Enriching Life. From our pets under the table to the protein and dairy on the table – from meals to meetings, community and connection to crucial questions with colleagues, friends and family. There’s something incredibly powerful when we sit down, slow down – share a meal and get to know one another more. This monthly newsletter is going to more deeply explore Shared Table - conversations rooted in connection, leadership, purpose, animals and making life better. Our first Shared Table conversation is more relevant than ever. The topic is in headlines every week and will really heat up this fall with United Nations Climate Week and COP 29 around the corner. I sat down with Frank Mitloehner, Ph.D., Director, UC Davis CLEAR Center, Department of Animal Science – aka the Greenhouse Gas or GHG Guru. In fact, we were sitting at a table supported on two rather large hay bales in the UC Davis dairy research barn to talk about the next $1-2 billion animal health market – livestock sustainability. Mitloehner talked about what led him to the Clarity and Leadership for Environmental Awareness and Research – or CLEAR Center – at UC Davis. It aims to provide clear, science-based information about food production and its impact on the environment. He also highlighted the need for farmers to be more open about their work, as consumers are increasingly interested in how their food is produced. With this important framework in mind, the conversation shifted to livestock sustainability and the role of new technologies in this space like Bovaer, a first-in-class methane reducing feed ingredient for use in lactating dairy cattle, that recently completed the U.S. Food and Drug Administration review. The dairy world has an opportunity to continue their tradition of conservation and impact methane in a meaningful way. What excites me the most from this conversation is the clarity Mitloehner has around the path to climate neutral animal agriculture this decade. One of the greatest needs: new tools. We’re excited by the way Bovaer will be able to create value for farmers, for consumers and for the environment. With 500,000 cows already enrolled to track their footprint and the first CPG contracts in final stages, the dairy industry is about to take another big step toward their goal. #SharedTable #WeAreElanco #Sustainability #AnimalAgriculture Links Frank’s Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-mitloehner-937bb120/) UC Davis Clear Center (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/uc-davis-clear-center/) Frank’s X (https://x.com/GHGGuru) Bovaer (https://www.elanco.com/en-us/insights/elanco-announces-fda-has-completed-review-of-bovaer-first-in-class-methane-reducing-feed-ingredient-for-u-s-dairy-industry) Jeff’s Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsimmons2050/) Elanco (https://www.linkedin.com/company/elanco) 00:00 Moments that Matter 00:35 Frank Mitloehner 1:47 Exposure to Animal Agriculture 2:50 Academic Choices 3:25 Unexpected Acceptance 4:15 Connection to Animals 5:24 Influence of Family 6:56 PhD Study and Focus on Sustainability 7:40 Challenges in Promoting Sustainability 8:19 Perception of Sustainability in Agriculture 9:40 Importance of Farming 10:23 Supporting Farmers 11:22 The Next Generation 14:00 The CLEAR Center 16:50 Agriculture and Environmental Challenge 18:22 Creating a Revolution 21:21 The California Agenda for Climate Neutral Farming 24:33 Incentive-Based Approach 25:24 Collaboration with Policy Makers and Universities 26:50 Importance of Incentives 27:40 Proof Points for Climate Neutral Farming 29:47 Engaging the Dairy Industry 32:05 Transparency and Honesty 34:17 Challenges in European Agriculture 36:13 Leadership and Controversy 37:28 Impact on Students and Motivation 38:24 Discussion on Bovaer 39:06 Characteristics of Bovaer 40:13 Practical Application of Bovaer 41:13 Influential Tables and Life Lessons 43:28 Future Plans and Sustainability 44:31 Personal Values and Trust 46:16 Consumer Product Companies and Trust 47:42 Challenges Faced by Farmers 48:50 Spit 50:40 Fast Fire 51:51 Final Message

10. 

    29 Aug 2024

    Episode 0: What is Shared Table?

    I’m a big believer in tables – they symbolize the vision we have at Elanco – Food & Companionship Enriching Life. From our pets under the table to the protein and dairy on the table – from meals to meetings, community and connection to crucial questions with colleagues, friends and family. There’s something incredibly powerful when we sit down, slow down – share a meal and get to know one another more. This monthly newsletter is going to more deeply explore Shared Table - conversations rooted in connection, leadership, purpose, animals and making life better.#Sharedtable #weareelanco Jeff Simmon’s Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsimmons2050/ )Elanco's Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/company/elanco)

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