meet john reese
Over 35 years of experience in business and leadership equip John with the tools to help businesses flourish.
There’s his credentials—Queen’s University alumnus, Le Cordon Bleu London graduate, and a Master’s in International Hotel & Tourism Management from Schiller International University. But what really sets John apart is his ability to articulate a business’s daily setbacks and long-term challenges, triaging and treating each with insight and precision.
From hospitality to construction, retail to non-profits, John’s been involved in every aspect of business growth and transformation. His guiding hand has helped shape the success of beloved local businesses and multi-subsidiary corporations across industries.
He’s also a part-time instructor in the School of Business at Camson College, doing his part to nurture the next generation of business leaders.
John is part strategist, part problem-solver, part organizational sage, and completely committed to your success.
experience
Broadwell Metal Fabricators | Improved efficiency, increased production capacity, updated org. chart & job descriptions
Edda Creative | Vision, culture & strategy development, implemented annual and quarterly goal-setting, revised org. structure
Caffe Fantastico | Refreshed core values & culture, weekly coaching with GM, org. chart refresh to support business acquisition
Verhoeff Group of Companies (Orange Room Services, Trading Post Brewing, Red Door Events, Stoneboat Vineyards) | Enhanced operations and financial performance, oversaw project management, business plan development
Upcycle Clothing Collective | Monthly ownership coaching, reviewed business performance and cash-flow, org. structure review and adjustment
Rise Cannabis/Four Mile Liquor Stores | Monthly ownership/CEO coaching, reviewed HR processes and tools (union-proofed), implemented planning for organic growth and acquisition
Four Mile Pub & Brewery | Financial and operational assessment, facilitated hiring process (Chef and GM), improved menu and brewing capacity, streamlined operations & reduced costs
Beacon Community Services | Assessed, reported, and recommended on foodservice operations, implemented kitchen financial control systems, streamlined operations & reduced financial deficit
Pizzeria Prima Strada | Assessed, reported, and recommended on financials/operations, updated org. charts, ongoing support
Burger Crush | Ongoing mentorship, established annual and quarterly planning systems & sessions, input into growth strategy
Time Family of Wines | Facilitated annual and Quarterly planning sessions, ongoing regular coaching with the President
