Our Group
"It is rare to find a business partner who is selfless. If you are lucky, it happens once in a lifetime."
- Michael Eisner
When our group came together two years ago, it was obvious from the start that it was something special. Of all the business thoughts that ring true about our partnership, the quote above really hits home.
John Garrett | Partner, Developmental Consultant
After losing both his parents at an early age, John joined the work force when he was sixteen years old. It became apparent that he had a natural sales ability and he engulfed himself in the field. Now, at the ripe old age of thirty, he has sold products and services in several fields, overseen both; sales & production teams and has developed a tangible eight step sales method.
This experience allows him to give our clients critical insight in regards to sales, closed-looped marketing and internal operations.
John is married and has an amazing little boy.
Interesting Fact: John is an avid poker player.
Business Highlight: While at Apple, Inc., John developed and handled Apple's third largest sale (at the time) to Caesars Palace, Atlantic City. The deal cloased at just over $1 Million.
Tony Legrone | Partner, Internet Consultant
What began as a favor grew into a career. Tony's understanding of complex database driven portfolios and e-commerce websites, make him a true web guru. Tony has this unusual mix of quiet humility and strong inner perfectionism that gets our clients more than they asked him for.
Tony integrates his programming abilities with web marketing, allowing him to create a web presence that is profitable long after the initial honeymoon of the site is over.
Interesting Fact: Tony has hobbies in guitar playing, photography, and mountain biking.
Business Highlight: After building so many other websites, finally building the site for his own company was a personal milestone.
Chuck Frusterio | Partner, Financial Consultant
As an owner of five businesses, including three franchises, Chuck Frusterio has an exceptionally well developed business acumen. Capitalizing on his years of experience working with company finances, Chuck brings a creative approach to our clients financial needs.
Chuck is married with two daughters and has degrees in Finance from Rollins College and studied Mechanical Engineering at Ohio State University and Architecture at the University of Tennessee.
Interesting Fact: As an adult, Chuck has never worked for an employer.
Business Highlight: The decision to take a home based company that was safe and profitable to a thriving organization with staff, payroll and marketing was both the most challenging and rewarding experience in his professional career.
Shane Etheredge | Art Director
With a strong background in arts publication, Shane has worked as an in-house Sr. Advertising / Marketing professional for several years, while developing a strong base of freelance clientele. His skill set takes him past "gut" feelings, to a logical and practical use of art diciplines that helps our clients understand the why's of how their design works.
Shane is married with three dogs and has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Auburn University. He is considering a Masters from S.C.A.D.
Interesting Fact: Shane has a persistent, irrational fear of sharks. He likes to travel, just not to places where they have sharks.
Business Highlight: Over the years Shane has worked with Minor League Baseball, Atlantic Records, The University of Alabama, Auburn University, National Financial Partners, AFLAC