07/18/2026
A billion-dollar company made headlines after the CEO lost control of the business.
And guess what? The former CFO has become the center of a legal battle.
The CEO is Fawn Weaver, founder of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey.
Before I go any further, I want to give Fawn her flowers. Building a billion-dollar brand is no small accomplishment. She took an untold story, built an incredible brand around the legacy of Nearest Green, earned national recognition, and created one of the fastest-growing premium whiskey brands in the country.
So no matter what we are seeing now, she desires her flowers and recognition! Full STOP!!
Now, before we go any further, this is a no-judgment zone. We are going to learn from what this company and its CEO have experienced!
The former CFO is Michael Senzaki, who is now at the center of ongoing litigation involving the company.
There are 4 teachable moments I uncovered from this unfortunate situation that we all can learn from as CEOs.
What are your thoughts and lessons from this situation?