Steven Holmes-"The CORE of an Entrepreneurial Leader: A Holistic Approach to Doing Good"

Steven Holmes, President & CEO, ICL Management Inc., Toronto, ON

TOPIC:  The CORE of an Entrepreneurial Leader:  A Holistic Approach to Doing Good

DESCRIPTION:  Every person has a “CORE”—the very essence of their life.  What is your “CORE”?  How are your various life priorities and commitments balanced?  Where does involvement and support of charities/NPOs fit in?   Entrepreneurs and marketplace leaders have market-tested skills, energy and passion—and not just financial resources.  How can entrepreneurs and marketplace leaders get involved and make a positive difference in NPOs/charities in the midst of their busy schedules?  Steve Holmes will share the lessons he has learned and the approach he takes to supported various causes, such as Tyndale University College & Seminary, Muskoka Woods Sports Resort and other Canadian camps.

BIO:  Steven Holmes is the President and Chief Executive Officer of ICL Management Inc., a investment and management company.  In his capacity at ICL he has been instrumental in the development of numerous businesses venture.  Including, Springfree Trampoline nd VerifEye Technologies just to name two. He founded Springfree Trampoline in 2003 and serves as the Chief Bouncing Officer where he oversees its growth and development so that now Springfree is sold in over 31 countries globally.  He founded VerifEye Technologies Inc., a world leader in security surveillance for the mobile workplace in 1998 and serves as their Chief Executive Officer.  Previously he participated in the creation and growth of ClubLink Corporation, Canada's largest private golf course operator and Advantex Marketing International Inc.  Born and raised in Victoria, British Columbia he currently lives in Toronto. He Chairs the Board of Tyndale University College and Seminary. The Holmes Family is actively involved in the Youth Unlimited in Toronto, Muskoka Woods Sports Resort and many other Canadian Camps, among others. He’s a Chartered Accountant and holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Ryerson University.