Getting A Round Tuit

Unless you're new to the Halton Region, the name "John Romano" is synonymous with the word "BEER" in this area. Did you know John started the business almost 30 years ago? In this episode, John shares some straight talk with Phil about the challenges of navigating the waters of a competitive industry and what he's learned about maintaining life balance over the years. He is an accomplished storyteller, and is entertaining as well as informative!

In this continuing series, Phil chats with PJ Ferguson of ABL Employment. PJ has worked tirelessly for years building her company, which stands for "A Better Life", from the ground up based on core values that are uplifting for everyone in the organization. She shares how she took the challenges she has faced as an opportunity to "reset" the business plan, which resulted in emerging stronger in the long run. With an eye to the future of her business, her employees and her family she has focused on creating an operation that is based on the concept that you are going to sell it one day, even if you change your mind. Her vision will truly inspire entrepreneurs in all stages of business.

In the inaugural episode of our new series featuring successful entrepreneurs, we visit with Rob Wilbrink of Burlington Merchandising and Fixtures Inc. Rob speaks candidly with Phil about everything from creating incentives to attract and retain key employees, managing the complexities involved with having family members working in the business, to developing an effective plan to step back from day to day operations and start enjoying the lifestyle he has earned by devoting years to building a successful enterprise.