Member Stories
Our Member Stories page is where we share inspiring journeys of our members and their entrepreneurial ventures. Learn how they started their businesses and the pivotal role TEC played in their success. Discover the personal and professional growth stories that highlight the impact of TEC.
Member Stories
Our Member Stories page is where we share inspiring journeys of our members and their entrepreneurial ventures. Learn how they started their businesses and the pivotal role TEC played in their success. Discover the personal and professional growth stories that highlight the impact of TEC.
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Anh-Tai Vuong: “I Thought I Had to Have All the Answers”—What This CEO Learned Instead
As CEO of DuroVac, he transformed a niche industrial vacuum provider into a multi-million-dollar powerhouse. The numbers were strong, and the company ...
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From Crisis to Confidence: How TEC Canada Helps Dana Wilkins Lead with Impact
“TEC has helped me validate major decisions, particularly around organizational structure. The peer group challenges my thinking, ensuring the choic...
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How Kevin Foreman Stopped Working In the Business—and Started Scaling It
When you’re running a company, it’s easy to get caught in the weeds—even for business consultants. Kevin Foreman was helping others grow, but st...
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Wayne McNeil on Respect, Leadership, and Changing the Game
“For me, leadership is about trusting others and making sure they have a voice,” Wayne explains. “Being at the top can be a lonely place, but wh...
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Amar Gandhi: From Banking to Business Breakthroughs
From a stable banking job to building an $80M real estate empire, Amar Gandhi’s journey is one of bold decisions, rapid growth, and strategic reinve...
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Cassidy deVeer President of 3rd Generation Homes
Feeling the weight of leadership, Cassidy deVeer experienced the loneliness many business owners face—until she discovered TEC Canada....
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Jordan Gillespie: “Being a business owner can be a lonely place
Jordan Gillespie describes his experience moving to a new city and finding a community and mentorship through his TEC group....
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Theresa Stec: Building Businesses, Breaking Barriers, and Inspiring the Next Generation
“As a CEO, you’re in a bubble. Everyone around you says, ‘Yes, yes, ma’am.’ What you really need is someone to challenge your thinking."...
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François Tremblay: Shaping the Future with Prevost and Volvo Group Canada
“TEC has given me so much, and it’s a privilege to give back,” François says. “Helping other leaders by sharing my experiences is one of the ...
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Ryan Schoel: How The Costume Shoppe Became a Global Powerhouse of Fun
“You don’t need to stub your toe just to prove a point. Someone else already stubbed theirs, so why not learn from them?"...
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Catching Up with David Ross: TEC Member Story Update
Since our last conversation, Ross Video has seen tremendous growth. David states that the constant reinforcement of best practices through TEC Canada ...
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Stéphane Rivard: ‘TEC is More Than Just a Membership’
“I want us to be one of those great Canadian companies that continue to innovate and lead on the world stage…We’ve only just begun."...
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