In a recent episode of the CEO.com Show, we had the pleasure of interviewing David Klanecky, the President and CEO of Cirba Solutions. David shared his fascinating journey, from growing up in Nebraska to earning an MBA at Arizona State and spending time in Spain to leading a pioneering company in the battery recycling and materials industry. Since its establishment in 1991, Cirba Solutions has been a beacon of hope for the environment, specializing in the recycling and processing of various battery materials, with a particular focus on lithium-ion batteries. David enlightened us on how the company's innovative processes ensure that critical metals like lithium, nickel, and cobalt are reused multiple times, paving the way for a sustainable supply chain for electric vehicles and other devices. We explored the exciting revolution of electric vehicles and how Cirba Solutions is positioned at the heart of this transformation. David emphasized the importance of recycling in making the electrification movement sustainable and reducing the carbon footprint. Timestamps:  00:00:00 - Introduction to the Show and Guest 00:00:11 - David Klanecky's Background 00:00:22 - Overview of Cirba Solutions 00:01:21 - David Klanecky's Journey to CEO 00:01:32 - History and Operations of Cirba Solutions 00:02:45 - The Electric Vehicle Revolution 00:03:10 - Motivation and Impact on Employees 00:04:45 - Supply Chain Challenges 00:05:02 - Rarity of Battery Materials 00:06:23 - Recovery Process of Battery Materials 00:08:45 - Elon Musk's Role in Electrification 00:09:59 - Typical Day of a CEO 00:12:26 - Decision-Making as a CEO 00:14:25 - Structure of Meetings 00:15:30 - Reading Preferences 00:16:47 - Defining Company Culture 00:18:06 - Core Values of CERBA Solutions 00:19:30 - Work from Home and Hybrid Work Models 00:22:04 - Impact of Artificial Intelligence 00:23:53 - Staying Motivated 00:25:13 - Company Expansion in Lancaster, Ohio 00:26:07 - Sustainability Initiatives 00:27:30 - Leaders Who Inspire 00:29:18 - Servant Leadership 00:30:05 - Macroeconomic Environment and 2024 Outlook 00:32:40 - Reflecting on Career Opportunities 00:34:34 - Closing Remarks and Farewell