It is with both gratitude and a heavy heart that I share this episode. Ron took the time to speak with me in early summer 2024, and I truly enjoyed our conversation. He was a wealth of knowledge, and I had the pleasure of knowing him for about 10 years, sharing insightful discussions from time to time.

If you're a business owner, this is a must-listen episode.

Ron grew up in Girard and graduated from Girard City Schools. At 28, he began his post-high school education in Hiram College’s weekend program. He went on to earn his master’s degree from Antioch in Yellow Springs, Ohio, and later obtained a Ph.D. in Leadership from the Union Institute in Cincinnati, Ohio.

A seasoned traveler, Ron started his career at Peerless Winsmith in Warren and spent many years working in consulting and business turnaround strategies. He emphasized that businesses often face similar challenges—you are not alone in dealing with issues within your company.

In this episode, we discuss startup strategies and business scaling. If you're an entrepreneur, pay close attention around the 36-minute mark. Also, take advantage of your local SCORE office in Youngstown—a valuable and free resource for business owners.

We also touch on local economic growth and how Warren can expand exponentially.

Exciting news! Rural King is building a new store on Parkman Road—welcome to Warren!
Kimberly-Clark, it’s time to build and create jobs!
Learn about the Lake to River organization and why it plays a vital role in Warren’s future.
Keep an eye out for #MoveToWarren—our city is positioned for growth, but it will take effort! LET'S GO!
Ron strongly believed in leaving the world better than he found it.

Ron Emery
April 19, 1957 – August 22, 2024

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