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Read this article to find the answers to a number of popular questions about franchising from 'who owns a franchise?' to 'what is the difference between a franchise opportunity and a business opportunity?'.
by Mia Wallace, March 08, 2019 09:46 AM
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From self-employment to leading the AI revolution: How I changed my life by owning a Valenta franchise
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Kevin Paul brings over 25 years of experience to his role as Managing Partner at Valenta Canada. With a proven track record of driving innovation and implementing technology-enabled solutions, he has helped client firms across multiple industries and geographies tackle their most complex business challenges. His career spans the banking, investment, insurance, manufacturing, and retail sectors, giving him a deep understanding of the diverse obstacles business leaders face, along with a passion for leveraging technology to drive transformative change—from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies.
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Steve Earley is a seasoned executive with 25 years of experience in business development and global strategic engagements across various sectors, including Financial Services, Healthcare, and Technology. Based in Virginia, he leverages Valenta’s expertise in consulting and digital transformation to drive business growth and innovation, drawing on his deep knowledge in business operations and cybersecurity.
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Ken brings a wealth of knowledge and a diverse skill set to his role as a Managing Partner. With a military background from the United States Marine Corps and extensive experience in both Fortune 500 and small business environments, he excels in driving sustainable, scalable growth. His unique blend of military discipline and strategic business acumen allows him to deliver precise, impactful solutions that foster long-term success.
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Howard Barouxis is the Managing Director at Valenta, where he leverages over 30 years of business development and leadership experience to help clients optimize their processes, reduce costs, and boost profitability. With a deep background in digital video processing and transport, Howard has been instrumental in guiding companies to adopt cutting-edge technologies and workflows that meet marketplace demands.
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With over 25 years of experience in surgical and medical device leadership, Alan has been a trusted advisor, using a consultative approach to solve complex challenges and align stakeholders with the right resources and technology to enhance profitability and customer experience.
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Nathan Morris is a seasoned business advisor with over six years of consulting experience, specializing in software transitions and ERP implementations. His focus on the automotive manufacturing sector, from specialty steel suppliers to tier-one automotive suppliers, includes expertise in optimization, accounting, and post-go-live integration.
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Sven De Groodt, Managing Director at Valenta, brings over thirty years of experience in building and leading teams across sales, procurement, project purchasing, and marketing. His extensive career includes notable collaborations with companies like Volkswagen Group, Nvidia, and Harman International, spanning the automotive, computing, pharmaceutical, and FMCG sectors. Sven’s two decades at a Toyota group company refined his skills in process optimization, employing the Kaizen methodology to drive efficiency and cost reduction.
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Matt Cooper drives business growth through technology and process improvements. As a military-trained Operations Leader, he excels in solving complex problems and enhancing efficiency in high-risk environments. Matt’s expertise in business analysis and process re-engineering supports his focus on creating a high-performance culture through optimization and empowerment.
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Sven is a seasoned professional with a background in sales, procurement, project purchasing, and marketing, collaborating with international clients like Volkswagen, Nvidia, and Harman across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. His experience spans automotive, computing, pharmaceutical, and FMCG sectors, with notable success in process optimization at a Toyota group company. Sven is committed to enhancing operational performance, reducing costs, and building strategic partnerships. Driven by a childhood dream to become self-employed,he currently focuses on expanding Valenta's BeNeLux presence, delivering comprehensive consulting and digital solutions to businesses of all sizes, enhancing efficiency, and competitive advantage.
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During the 25 years Alan Peck spent in the ophthalmic surgical and medical device business, he managed large sales teams, implemented technologies to streamline processes, and established programs for professional education, practice development, and R&D. A man with a talent for sustaining consecutive year-over-year growth and increasing market share in a short period of time, Alan learned three key ingredients to success: Be different from everyone else, find a partner you can trust, and deliver next-generation solutions to help businesses thrive.
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Nathan Morris of Phoenix, USA, says the best business advice he has received is to “Just go for it. There is no time like the present.” With a positive attitude and a strong background in consulting for the past 6 years, Nathan is a perfect fit for a Valenta franchise.

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