Second Generation Business Growth with Blaine Sherwood

Beyond Wealth: Success Unscripted

In this episode, we chat with Blaine Sherwood, the manager of Imagine the Room, about the challenges and triumphs of expanding his family business into Southern Alberta. Discover how Blaine has successfully grown the business while maintaining strong family ties.

Episode Summary

Join host Matt Calnan as he sits down with Blaine Sherwood, a second-generation business owner who has been running Imagine the Room for the past decade. Blaine shares his journey from Kamloops, BC, to Lethbridge, Alberta, discussing the expansion and growth of his family’s closet organization business. Learn about the unique challenges of working in a family business, the importance of caring about the product and customers, and how COVID-19 unexpectedly boosted their business. Blaine also delves into the skills that have driven his success and future plans for the company.

Key Points and Takeaways

• Blaine's background and his path to taking over the family business.
• The services provided by Imagine the Room, including custom closets, pantries, and garages.
• Differences between wire shelving and custom wood shelving.
• Challenges and benefits of working in a family business.
• Expansion into new markets and the impact of COVID-19 on their business.
• The importance of caring about the product and customers for long-term success.
• Future plans for Imagine the Room, including potential manufacturing in Southern Alberta.

Guest Bio

Blaine Sherwood is the manager of Imagine the Room, a family-owned business specializing in custom closet organization. With over a decade of full-time experience, Blaine has successfully expanded the business from Kamloops, BC, to Southern Alberta. He is dedicated to providing high-quality, custom storage solutions and maintaining strong family relationships within the business.

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