This self-proclaimed “Most Huggable Person” (Editor’s note: We second that!) loves to travel. So while giving him a bear hug at our upcoming Annual Conference, be sure to ask him about recent adventures, or his all-time favorite destination, Instanbul. He says he also loves Mercedes, but we’re pretty sure he’s talking about the car brand, not the city in Texas.

Read on to learn more about Sam Kaddah, CEO and president of Liquid Logics:

How long have you been an AAPL member?

7 years

What AAPL benefit do you MOST value?

The Annual Conference.

Why did you become a member?

For the huge educational and networking values.

What is your favorite AAPL memory?

When Kat walked in 1 minute before an ethics class during the AAPL Certified Private Lender designation course, and told me I have to teach that 1 hour long certification since the instructor did not make it.

Editor’s note: In my defense, I would like to point out that you offered to help with “literally anything” about an hour before that. I just didn’t expect to take you up on it so soon!

Why did you decide to enter the private lending profession?

It was not by design. It was a series of little events that built up taking me from an electrical engineer to the technology sector where I found my passion.

What are some accomplishments you are particularly proud of?

Becoming the industry leader in a very short time. Driving people to upgrade and drive their systems forward.

What is your favorite book, and why?

Find Your WHY by Simon Sinek. I like this book because it makes you take a deep look at your self down to your core and soul to search for your purpose.

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