Last Updated: April 11, 2011 12:22pm
Business hustle, wife's faith, pay off for engineering boss
For Mike Baldinelli, London was a fine place to kick a soccer ball, get an engineering degree and find a job.
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- Paul Hogendoorn, president of OES Inc.
- Jack Smit, president of Libro Credit Union
- Keith Gibbons, president and CEO of McCormick Canada.
- Paul Cocker, president McKay Cocker Construction
- Brian Young, president of 3M Canada
- Chris Stamper, senior vice-president Western Ontario Region TD Canada Trust
- Mitch Baran, CEO and founder of Trudell Medical
- Kyle MacDonald, chief executive and founder of Phoenix Interactive
- David Taylor, chief executive and founder of Pacific & Western Bank of Canada
Last Updated: April 11, 2011 8:11am
Clearly define social network policy
Whether you are willing to allow your employees to participate in social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn or not, you need to draft an effective social media policy.
Last Updated: April 11, 2011 8:10am
Proposed merger needs our vigilance
Sure, the TMX (formerly TSX) is in Toronto and LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is in "jolly old" London, which means all of this talk of merger may seem far removed from the activities of business life here in London, Ont. But the proposed merger may very well impact us here and, indeed, all businesses in Canada if recently voiced concerns are not addressed.
Last Updated: April 4, 2011 9:11am
From gadget-tinkering kid to big-league scoreboard king
When Paul Hogendoorn watches the Toronto Maple Leafs or Dallas Cowboys play, he knows his company is keeping score.
Last Updated: April 4, 2011 8:45am
Giving gifts can be a bit complicated
Suppose you have sold your house and have purchased a much smaller home. You have accumulated a lot of silverware, dishes, furniture and works of art that you no longer need.
Last Updated: April 4, 2011 8:41am
Log-in demand crosses line
It not unusual for employers to conduct Google searches on prospective employees or check their public social media feeds. But prospective employer's requests for job applicants' social media log-in IDs and passwords crosses the line.
Last Updated: March 28, 2011 8:32am
Revamping materials key
Can't see the forest through the trees? How about can't see the trees because you're staring at the beauty of the whole forest?
Last Updated: March 28, 2011 8:29am
Strategic Plan essential to achieve full potential
In my last column I wrote a somewhat tongue-in-cheek fantasy piece about what I thought London might or should look like in the year 2025. I was surprised at how many e-mails and tweets I received from individuals who shared that vision and encouraged immediate action to make it (the fantasy) happen.
Last Updated: April 11, 2011 8:16am
From ’60s student activist to banker who seizes the day
In his university days, Jack Smit fit right in with the crowd at the left-leaning University of Amsterdam, where he earned a degree in psychology.
Last Updated: March 21, 2011 3:32pm
What makes older adults tick
John spent hours scouring the real estate ads to find the right condominium for his mother.
Last Updated: March 21, 2011 3:28pm
Savvy = savings for home buyers
Buying a home is a big financial decision -- probably the biggest you'll ever make. To get you started on the right financial foot, here are some basic tips.
Last Updated: April 11, 2011 8:16am
Adventure-seeking spirit spices executive's life
It propelled nations to greatness and traders to discover what was, to them, new worlds.
Last Updated: March 21, 2011 8:29am
At heart, we're all sales experts
One of the biggest mistakes I see companies making is their creation of a new role called a "Social Media Marketing Manager".
Last Updated: March 14, 2011 9:01am
New Canadians must self-promote more
Internationally trained professionals come to Canada with the intention of building a full and prosperous life. Unfortunately, many find themselves underemployed and struggling to get connected to industry leaders and find worthwhile job opportunities.
Last Updated: March 14, 2011 8:59am
Daydream believin' in our core
Forecasting is never a precise science especially when it comes to the future. But in spite of that sage old warning, I do find myself wondering what London might look like in 2025. Fourteen years seems a long way off but a lot can happen. And if I'm wrong, maybe I'll be lucky enough to eat my words. Then again I may be fortunate enough to see some of this vision for 2025 come true.
Last Updated: March 14, 2011 8:51am
Lessons from mistakes contribute to success
The way Paul Cocker sees it, his greatest successes were rooted in failure.
Last Updated: March 14, 2011 8:43am
Tax planning
Tax planning is boring and absolutely necessary at any age but especially after you retire. So let's look at some tax management strategies aimed at maximizing your retirement income.
Last Updated: March 7, 2011 6:56pm
Early tax planning pays off
It's a little late to practise early tax preparation this year - but make it your practice for next year and you will keep more of what you earn.
Last Updated: March 7, 2011 9:47am
American settles into his new Canadian home
As he climbs the corporate ladder, 3M Canada president Brian Young is finding his London job to be a pleasant and fulfilling rung.