Posts tagged family business
DAD TAUGHT ME CURIOSITY: HOW THE WORLD BECAME MY CLASSROOM
DAD TAUGHT ME CURIOSITY: HOW THE WORLD BECAME MY CLASSROOM

George Stroumboulis reflects on how his father's maps, questions, and curiosity in the family restaurant inspired a global mindset and a life of learning across borders.

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NEW WAREHOUSE IN EUROPE TO SUPPORT GLOBAL CLIENTS
NEW WAREHOUSE IN EUROPE TO SUPPORT GLOBAL CLIENTS

The Athens warehouse will stock a wide range of our high-quality LED lighting products, ensuring quicker delivery times across Southeast Europe and beyond.

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SELLING THE FAMILY RESTAURANT: A LEGACY OF HARD WORK
SELLING THE FAMILY RESTAURANT: A LEGACY OF HARD WORK

Reflecting on the sale of our family’s M&J’s Restaurant in Fort Erie, Ontario, and the lessons in hard work, resilience, and family it gave us.

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10 YEAR CAREER PLAN FOR MY FAMILY AND BUSINESS
10 YEAR CAREER PLAN FOR MY FAMILY AND BUSINESS

In the next 10 years I would like to continue growing my company and the same way I grew up at the feet of my parents in the family restaurant, I would like my children to be at my feet at my company.

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COMMUNICATION LESSONS FROM MY IMMIGRANT MOTHER DIMITRA
COMMUNICATION LESSONS FROM MY IMMIGRANT MOTHER DIMITRA

My mom's ability to compartmentalize her feelings and focus on her responsibilities was a valuable skill. She demonstrated that you should do what needs to be done without broadcasting your emotions.

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STARTUP TO THE NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE FOR OUR COMPANY
STARTUP TO THE NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE FOR OUR COMPANY

And Overnight, We were Part of a Big Multinational Public Company and that wasn't really our Style.

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