Peter J. Wright in Woodstock, ON | University Of Capetown - Mlmu

Peter J. Wright

Male, 69 years old

Woodstock, ON

Moved to a new country with a young family and no money, survived as a commission only salesman for years. Joined a large food company, became marketing manager, responsible for consumer, industrial and export markets. Started own food packing and export trading business, lost everything after civil war in major markets. Moved back to Zimbabwe, started consulting then another food packing business. Sold that and invested in a farm, developed farm into a successful horticultural products exporter employing up to people. Suffered years intimidation and death threats during the Zimbabwe governments illegal farm takeovers, eventually being unlawfully arrested, rigorously interrogated and detained by police. Released after being refused right to return to farm. Left Zimbabwe in with only suitcases to start over in Canada. Specialties My challenging and often dangerous experiences in Africa have given me a unique ability for survival and recovery. I help people overcome adversity in their business and personal lives. I inspire my personal and business clients who feel overwhelmed, have lost focus and direction, to get clarity, regain momentum and create brilliance from adversity It's not what happens to you in life, it's how you get up and get going again that counts. read more ...