Tom Prendergast
Tom Prendergast the CEO of TransLink tells BC Business readers to adhere to one’s core values.

CEO, TransLink I was once told by a mentor that during difficult and trying times one should adhere to one’s core values. And when all else fails, fall on the sword of truth.
Cindy Lee
Cindy Lee, the CEO of T&T Supermarket offers a prescription for any small business facing the potential of Bankruptcy

CEO, T&T Supermarket When I first opened T&T Supermarket in 1993, it was a disaster. In the first six months, the company lost two-thirds of its capital, and I was worried that it might go bankrupt. I went to tell my father in tears, saying I couldn’t handle the challenge and I wanted to quit. But my father encouraged me: “Every new business is tough at first. What you have to do is surround yourself with people who are better and smarter than you, and then treat them well. Then they’ll share their knowledge with you and follow you.”
Peter Dhillon
Peter Dhillon the CEO of Richberry Group of Companies offers sound advice to BC Business readers

CEO, Richberry Group of Companies A friend of mine told me a long time ago to never burn a bridge. There may be people that you meet at certain times in your life and don’t appreciate, but you may never know when you need to talk to them or meet with them again. It’s not easy; in fact, it’s probably the toughest thing to do, to not hold grudges.
Jimmy Pattison
Jimmy Pattison, the Managing director, CEO and chair of the Jim Pattison Group offers one rule of advice offered his way by his father

Managing director, CEO and chair, Jim Pattison Group My dad, when I was very young, told me always to be very honest. I never forgot it. I’ve lived by his words ever since, and if anybody asks me for advice, I tell them the same thing.
James Shepard
James Shepard the CEO of Canfor Corp. believes when time are tough, everybody’s got to give

CEO, Canfor Corp. I was a middle manager at Finning International in 1982, and the business downturn at that time was very severe. Our CEO at the time, Vin Sood, told us we were going to have to cut millions of dollars out of the cost structure of the company. And he said, “You need to know that the human spirit can endure an incredible level of pain, as long as people believe that the pain is being shared equally by all concerned."
Tracy Redies of Coast Capital Savings
Assumed the top post at B.C.'s second-biggest credit union.

Assumed the top post at B.C.'s second-biggest credit union.
All That Glitters
Goldcorp CEO Chuck Jeannes

Goldcorp CEO Chuck Jeannes
Hog in the Limelight
Don James, chair & CEO, Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada

Don James, chair & CEO, Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada
Pedal to the Metal
This Top 100 standout pulled off a big merger at the height of the meltdown.

This Top 100 standout pulled off a big merger at the height of the meltdown.
Crossroads: Ida Goodreau
The former Van Coastal head on her new job, smoked salmon, and Canadian health.

CEO, LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services