Type Of Business:
1) Publishing company 2) Consulting firm 3) Publishing company
Marketing Area:
1) Local 2) National 3) International
Expertise:
Financial consultation; Business coaching; Public relations; Media and business development
Major Product/SVS:
1) Magazine on education inspiration and empowerment for African-Americans and all Americans 2) Consultation services; Financial planning; Business succession strategies; Business coaching and motivation 3) Publishing services
Hobbies/Sports:
Golfing; Writing books; Attending events; Traveling
Education Degrees:
Master of Business Administration, Baldwin-Wallace College (1987); Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Management, The University of Toledo (1982)
Affiliations Awards:
Alumni Association, Baldwin-Wallace College; Alumni Association, The University of Toledo; Publishing Group Success Guide Association; Society of Urban Professionals; National Black MBA Association, Inc.; African Community Association
Charity:
Local Community Events
Number Of Years In Profession:
31
Number Of Years In Current Position:
23
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his hard work, knowledge, team spirit, mentoring and problem-solving skills.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because of his interest in networking.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Wairegi has been an American citizen since 1987. He has been in the finance industry for 25 years and in publishing for three years. He was featured in Money Magazine in 2004. He endows scholarships for the African Communities Association and writes articles on youth mentoring programs for a magazine.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing and managing all three companies; Coaching business principles on leadership skills and performance
Education Certifications:
Certified Mortgage Consultant, National Association of Mortgage Brokers (1991); Licensed Real Estate Agent (1987); Licensed Real Estate Consultant
Awards/Honors:
Broker of the Year Award; 100 Black Men of Greater Cleveland; Boss of the Month (February 2005)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Wairegi hopes to bridge the gap between African and American populations and would like to move into the next level of publishing.