Don’t Repeat Dumb Mistakes - Gerry Schwartz
Gerry Schwartz
Company: Onex Corporation
Net Worth: $1.5 billion
Industry: Conglomerate
Most Canadians might not know who he is by name, but Schwartz’s impact on the landscape of Canadian business is almost unmatched. After founding Onex Corporation in 1983, the holding company has grown to become one of the largest in the country. Today, this motivated and perfectionist son of an auto parts dealer stands out as one of Canada’s wealthiest and most well-connected individuals.
Best Advice For Entrepreneurs:
“The hardest lesson I’ve learned has been to not repeat the dumb mistakes I’ve made over the years, which are too numerous to list.”
More Gerry Schwartz
- The Ultimate Canadian Capitalist: Gerry Schwartz is Born
- No Holds Barred: Schwartz Takes Onex to the Top
- Lesson #1: A Company Is Only As Strong As The Team Behind It
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