Q & A FOCAL POINT

Who is your business role model?
A physician who became an entrepreneur. Through his businesses, he realized his vision of impacting society more broadly. He is a shrewd businessman, has keen insight and is a tough negotiator. His commitment to philanthropy is reflected by the family foundation he established. Despite a seemingly gruff exterior, he has an overwhelmingly kind heart and great compassion.

You can ask your role model one question. What is it?
What were the greatest challenges you faced and how did you overcome them?

What is key to balancing your business and personal lives?
Realizing that in balancing, one does not necessarily maintain a steady state. There are times when one is more successful than others. Being organized and realizing that you cannot do it all at the same time is important to balancing.

How do you relieve stress?
I exercise three times a week and take frequent weekend getaways to our “sanctuary” in a beach community.

What is your favorite destination?
Maui, Hawaii. The juxtaposition of the mountains and ocean is breathtakingly beautiful.

It’s mandatory karaoke night, what are you singing?
“Brown skin, you know I love your brown skin…..”

Would you prefer a trip to the spa or an outdoor adventure?
“Spa” is an acronym for Sanitas Per Aquam, meaning “health through water.” My entire life is a wonderful, fast-paced adventure; a relaxing spa experience allows me to simply slow down and rejuvenate.

Do you choose a good book, a great movie or 150 channels of television?
Most definitely, a good book, which can stimulate your mind and imagination.

What cosmetic/personal care product can’t you live without?
I simply cannot live without Dr. Susan Taylor’s Rx for Brown Skin’s Bright and Even Exfoliating Moisturizer for Uneven Skin Tone. It keeps my brown skin tones flawless. Many women and men with brown skin (of various descent) are troubled with uneven skin tone, discolorations and hyperpigmentation.