How we deal on a daily basis with global supply chain logistics and having the best team possible to execute daily.

NAVIGATING THE TARIFF WAR BETWEEN THE U.S. AND CHINA

How we took action in China to protect margins, push back on costs, and expand global assembly operations to keep our lighting business competitive.

CELEBRATING 50 EPISODES OF THE INVIGORATE YOUR BUSINESS PODCAST

What began as a simple idea—to share stories and insights from inspiring entrepreneurs—has evolved into a global platform. Invigorate Your Business just hit its 50th episode.

WHY MY PODCAST 'INVIGORATE YOUR BUSINESS' FEELS SO NATURAL

This is a fun aspect where you peel off a couple hours a week talking with cool people doing awesome things. I love that, but my number one rule is I will not do an online interview.

COVER OF THE WALL STREET JOURNAL WHILE IN GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL

Sitting there in Grand Central, gazing up at the massive headline, I couldn't help but exclaim in disbelief, "The Wall Street Journal covered this! And it's positive!"

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.

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.

CAPITALISTS ARE BAD PEOPLE? WHY GREEKS ARE SCARED TO TALK ABOUT MONEY

Capitalis are bad people? Why Greeks are scared to talk about money. Still continues to think that capitalist is the bad guy.

MY 3-DAY TRAVEL RULE WITH MY DAUGHTERS: 3 DAYS OR LESS

I've made it a personal rule to keep trips short. Before the pandemic, I would frequently do quick trips from Los Angeles to New York City and back within 23 hours.

INTERNSHIP AT THE EUROPEAN UNION BUSINESS CENTER IN CORFU GREECE

At the age of 19, I moved to Corfu and worked for the European Union Business Development Office for a year. My role involved assisting entrepreneurs from the Ionian Islands.

GREEK NATIONAL SOCCER PLAYERS SMOKING AT WORLD CUP 1994

The players, smoking and coffee, the day of the game, they are just sitting there. Fast forward, this is why they were horrible.

PRODUCING A GREEK REALITY TV SHOW ON A BUDGET DURING MY VACATION TIME

During those 10 days, I produced and went to all seven locations across Greece. And in 10 days with lifelong friends now, we traveled to Mytilini, Crete, Athens, Stoupa, all these locations.

FALLING IN LOVE WITH ATHENS EVEN MORE AFTER EACH VISIT

I hate when people say to only spend 2 days in Athens. Go to the Acropolis and then to the islands. No, man. Athens is amazing.

ADVICE: SHUT UP, LISTEN AND LEARN - YOUTH NEED TO STOP WITH FALSE CONFIDENCE

First, shut the "F" up. Right. I see a lot of kids today thinking they are business influencers, and they try to exude fake confidence socially.

START A PODCAST TO LEARN NEW THINGS EVERY TIME - THAT'S WHY I DID IT!

"What's driving you? Why are you doing what you are doing?" These are the questions that have always intrigued me. I have a deep love for stories that delve into the motivations and passions of individuals.

3 IMPERATIVE THINGS REQUIRED TO START A NEW BUSINESS IN GREECE

Living outside of Greece and wanting to set up a new business there can be a daunting undertaking to say the least. In most cases, it can be straight up discouraging... and I'm speaking from years of experience.

JUMPING FROM THE WORLD’S HIGHEST BUNGEE — MACAU TOWER, 764 FEET OF PURE ADRENALINE

The AJ Hackett Macau Tower bungee jump ranks as the world's highest bungee jump, at 233 meters (764 ft). I jumped off this tower in Macau (China) and loved every second of it.

90-HOUR WORLD TOUR: SINGAPORE, THAILAND, INDIA, GERMANY & LOS ANGELES

In 90 hours, I literally travelled around the world on business trips to meet with clients and suppliers, covering the 25,000-mile circumference of the globe.

MONTHLY DAY TRIPS FROM LOS ANGELES TO CHINA AND BACK

Meeting with factories, clients and partners, I don’t always have a ton of time on these business trips.

MY COMPANY'S 'INVIGORATE YOUR COMMUNITY' INITIATIVE IS GIVING BACK

Getting out there as a team and bonding while giving back is the best scenario. On this specific day, I was fortunate enough to have my mother in from Canada and my daughter helping us out too.

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