Andrew is like my second brother. I hired him when he was 16 and he became the best community builder I know. He's a guy with a big heart and a rare ability to lead a very large community. He helped transorm the photography industry from a very self-focused celebrity driven to one where photographers could be focused on serving other people.

The world is constantly changing and I definitely don't pretend to know everything. I'm incredibly thankful for the people who have been on my team. Without them nothing would have been created.

My beautiful wife.

She has stood by me and loved me through a lot of turbulent years. Her wisdom is beyond measure and I couldn't be more thankful for anyone in my life. God knew it wasn't good for man to be alone and I'm glad I waited for this perfect little gem he had saved for me.

The best man in my wedding and one of the most talented and brilliant people I have ever worked with. Michael's ability to think through a problem and come up with solutions is unmatched, but his friendship, loyalty and character are what truly set him apart as one of the finest human beings on this planet.

I hired Brennan as a part time consultant and within 18 months he become the CEO over all of my companies! He was think the linchpin in helping clean them up and get them acquired. He's a rare breed of CFO/COO who can also think creatively and strategically and a great guy on every level.

Tim Sanders has been a mentor from afar for me.

 

His book "Love is the Killer App" and the few touch-ins we've had over the years have taught me how vital it is to share your knowledge, share your network and share compassion with those around you.