Relationships & Communication

I recount a trip delayed by a tragic tarmac accident, my family’s tradition of visiting New York during spring break, and various social and professional engagements. I highlight interactions with friends and colleagues, including a young entrepreneur named Alex Green, and reflect on the importance of networking and mentorship. I also share insights from a

Jeffrey Egan is a business leader, strategic advisor, and entrepreneurial executive. Jeff grew up in New York City and started working in capital markets, trading short-term bonds and other credit investments. He did this at Kidder, Peabody, and then Chase Manhattan, navigating through two notable transactions that still live today in what became UBS and

I discuss the importance of having proactive professional relationships, emphasizing that professionals should go beyond their job roles to add value and interact with clients in a non-transactional way. I share a personal anecdote about signing up for a gym’s senior option, highlighting the benefits of aging. I advise clients to demand more from their

I discuss the importance of community and the value of local establishments. I emphasize the significance of honesty in conversations, sharing a personal story about advising a friend, Jason, who appreciated the different perspective. I highlight the need for trust in giving and receiving advice, noting that small changes can lead to significant long-term impacts,

John Rot is a business, community, and charitable leader with a distinguished record of entrepreneurship and civic engagement. He began his career at Arthur Andersen, specializing in business valuations, before acquiring and growing Hortons of La Grange into what is now Hortons Home Lighting, expanding the brand to multiple locations and integrating Ace Hardware into