Scott Aronson, Ingenuitive Ventures & Rising Tides

My First Job Was
I worked at a golf course cleaning clubs and loading them into golfers’ vehicles. I learned quickly who tipped well and who carried way too many balls in their bags (making it heavy).

Best Advice I’ve Received
Always treat people fairly and support local businesses when possible.

Valuable Lessons I’ve Learned
Don’t chase the easy answer or a little money in the short term at the expense of flexibility or future opportunities.

Top Strengths
Human Resources, Management, Operations, Professional Development, Sales, Starting Up

Passionate About
Strategy, retail operations, manufacturing operations, marketing, business development, sales, real estate

Hobbies & Interests
Classic cars, watching high school sports, traveling the 50 states with my wife and children

Other Mentors

Duncan Thomas, CarSource, Inc.

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My First Job WasMy first job to make some money was when I was 13 years old during my first year in boarding school. I had a camera -a Range finder. I enjoyed photography and would take pictures of other students for a small fee. I would have the pictures developed on...

Sarah Nicholas, Ladles & Linens Kitchen Shoppes

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My First Job WasMy first job was waiting tables at this small French restaurant in Harrisonburg VA. I loved it because I love food and especially French food. It taught me so many things and, strangely enough, one of my most memorable takeaways is how to open a bottle...

Melissa Ball, Ball Office Products

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My First Job WasMy first real W2 job was as a traffic counter for a civil engineering firm. Best Advice I’ve ReceivedThere is dignity in work so always make sure to preserve the dignity of others. Valuable Lessons I’ve LearnedYour accountant should be a strategist,...