Founder

"For over 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of serving as a CEO, overseeing several companies. My journey spans from launching startups in the United States, Canada, and Luxembourg to managing corporations with annual revenues exceeding $60 million. During this time, my family and I enjoyed living in vibrant cities such as Vancouver, Calgary, and New York City.

My unwavering determination empowered me to lead companies across diverse sectors, including finance, agriculture, and technology. I founded technology companies in healthcare, real estate, and human resources, connecting me with subject matter specialists from various fields. Among my significant achievements were successfully selling three companies—one privately and two to publicly traded entities.

Early in my career, I launched my first company while navigating the challenges of starting a family, doubling our mortgage, and leaving my job as a contract negotiator. Initially, I grappled with finding the right balance—sometimes sharing too much or too little with my staff and feeling ill-prepared for formal discussions with my board. As a visionary CEO, I generated innovative ideas and designed better strategies, yet my insecurities hindered my openness to input from others.

Over time, I discovered that exceptional CEOs rely on trusted advisors within their board and management team for support and a broader perspective. I also learned that great leaders seek guidance from external confidants with substantial business experience, injecting fresh thinking into solving complex issues. Had I known this earlier, it would have spared me unnecessary challenges and made me a more effective leader.

Learning to prioritize my efforts was also crucial. By focusing my energy on core activities that needed my attention and entrusting routine matters to my capable staff, I maintained a more balanced life. As a result, I could allocate quality time to my family without compromising my business responsibilities.

My diverse experiences provide valuable perspective and knowledge for leaders seeking to better understand their roles and drive business growth." 

— Jeff Wigmore, MBA