Show Summary:

Ron Haik, Nicola Wealth’s Ontario Regional Manager, speaks with Rob Wildeboer, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of Martinrea International Inc., a global auto parts supplier with over 12,000 employees in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Europe, and China.

In this episode, Ron and Rob cover a number of topics related to entrepreneurship. They discuss why he built the organization, how he built it, and the core values that have allowed Martinrea to succeed.

Rob also shares how they maintain a shared vision with their international teams, the key players that have influenced his career as an entrepreneur, and the key traits that make up a successful entrepreneur.

Key Takeaways:

[:28] About today’s episode.

[1:31] Rob tells the story of how he got started in the automobile parts industry as an entrepreneur.

[4:30] What continues to inspire and motivate Rob as an entrepreneur?

[5:45] Rob highlights some of the core values that allow Martinrea to succeed.

[7:49] How do they maintain a shared vision with their international team?

[10:50] Rob speaks about some of his mentors and the key players that have influenced his career.

[12:56] Rob speaks about the importance of maintaining relationships within your profession.

[15:07] How does Rob handle challenges?

[16:54] How Rob focuses and recharges when life and work get busy!

[19:50] Rob gives his advice for entrepreneurs and highlights key traits of successful entrepreneurs.

[23:14] If Rob could start his career over, what would he do differently? Overall, how does he feel about his career progression?

[26:48] What would Rob tell his high school self about the journey he is about to embark on? He also shares how Martinrea supports students in high school through a co-op.

[29:58] Ron thanks Rob for joining the podcast and sharing his insights.

Mentioned in this Episode:

Martinrea International Inc.

Guest Bio

Rob Wildeboer

Rob Wildeboer is the Executive Chairman and co-founder of Martinrea International Inc., a global auto parts supplier specializing in automotive fluid systems and metal forming products. The firm has over 12,000 employees in 50 divisions in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Europe, and China. Previously, Rob was with Stikeman, Elliot as a lawyer, as well as an Associate Professor of Law at Osgoode Hall Law School, and a regulator with the Ontario Securities Commission.

For his full bio, visit: MacdonaldLaurier.ca/About/Who-is-Involved/Rob-Wildeboer

 

About Your Host — Ron Haik

Ron Haik is a Senior Financial Planner in the firm’s Toronto office, with over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has gained a breadth of experience working with some of the world’s largest financial institutions advising clients in a variety of roles, such as Financial Planner and Investment Advisor, in the areas of domestic and offshore planning for the high net worth segment.

For his full bio, visit: NicolaWealth.com/Our-Team/Ron-Haik

 

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