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Richard Winters Unbridled PodcastJim Estill - Richard Winters Best Friend Since CollegeRichard and Jim have about 40 years of history together. Both started a relationship with Jesus about the same time in Salinas, California. This is a heartfelt story from a hard core cowboy who now lives on his ranch in Nevada and has a love for team roping. With a thankful heart Jim shares his story of God's redemption and how his own words spoken to someone else was God speaking to his own heart. A powerful testimony of a life transformed by God's grace.
2025-11-1423 min
Sales Leader’s Playbook: In Their WordsE01 Growth Gives Opportunity To People | With Jim Estill and Justine TindallWelcome to the first episode of the Sales Leader's Playbook: In Their Words podcast! In this podcast episode, Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances, shares his entrepreneurial journey from selling computers out of his car trunk to leading a billion-dollar company. He discusses the importance of growth, proactive sales strategies, and the role of AI in modern business. Jim emphasizes the need for continuous learning, effective hiring practices, and the significance of listening to customers. He also highlights the challenges of leadership, the necessity of delegation, and offers valuable advice for business owners facing growth ceilings.
2025-10-011h 04
Behind the BusinessFrom BlackBerry to Danby: Jim Estill’s Playbook for Entrepreneurial LeadershipJim Estill of Danby Appliances is a Canadian technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist. Jim started a computer distribution business from the trunk of his car while in university. He turned that modest business into a company doing $350,000,000 in sales before selling to SYNNEX in 2004. He then became CEO of SYNNEX Canada and grew sales from $800,000,000 to $2 Billion over five years. Jim is active on various boards and was a founding board member of Research in Motion/Blackberry, before the company went public.In 2016 & 2017 Jim made the news Opens in new windowfor his sponsorship efforts to settle 58 refugee fa...
2025-09-2545 min
Do Good To Lead Well with Craig DowdenGratitude as a Leadership Superpower – A Conversation with Danby’s Jim EstillOn this episode of Do Good to Lead Well, I speak with Jim Estill, the innovative CEO of Danby Appliances, who started his entrepreneurial journey from the trunk of his car, driven by a personal need and a passion for technology. Jim’s story is not just about building a business; it's about the transformative power of pursuing what truly excites you. We unravel Jim's insights into leadership, where authenticity and growth are paramount, and explore how his commitmentto philanthropy—like sponsoring Syrian refugee families—reflects a deep-seated family ethos of giving back to the community.A...
2025-04-1052 minThe Growth Mixtape: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterA Masterclass in Entrepreneurship: Chasing Curiosity and Sharing Boundless Insights from Ideas that MatterToday we talk to Jim Estill, a serial entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist with an incredible track record of building and scaling companies. He grew his first business to over $2 billion, sat on the founding board of BlackBerry during its meteoric rise, and after a career in tech and having earned the right to do anything he wanted - he decided to be the CEO of an appliance company. But what drew me to Jim wasn’t his business success—it was a video he posted about something he called Monk Mode. Trust me, you’re going to love it.J...
2025-02-0448 min
Paper Napkin Wisdom - Podcast for Entrepreneurs and LeadersMonumental Tasks: Achieving the Unimaginable with Jim EstillJim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances, is a visionary leader, entrepreneur, and philanthropist renowned for scaling businesses and empowering communities. With an illustrious career that spans multiple industries, Jim is celebrated for his ability to think big and execute bigger. From starting a business in the trunk of his car to leading companies to billion-dollar valuations, Jim embodies the ethos of dreaming monumental dreams and breaking them into actionable tasks. His commitment to helping others achieve their fullest potential is a testament to his leadership and purpose-driven life. On this episode of Paper Napkin Wisdom, Jim shares a powerful message: "...
2025-01-0735 min
Teeter Talks with Marissa TeeterThat Time I Chatted with Jim EstillOn this episode of Teeter Talks, I have the pleasure of chatting with Jim Estill, a visionary technology entrepreneur and philanthropist whose journey is a testament to innovation and giving back. Jim began his entrepreneurial career in the most unassuming way, selling computer hardware from the trunk of his car. What started as a quest to design circuit boards turned into a booming business that achieved over $2 billion in sales. With a System Design Engineering background, Jim has mentored over 150 tech startups, including BlackBerry, where he served on the board for 13 years. After a brief retirement, he took the...
2024-09-1956 min
Servant Leadership PodcastFrom Startup to Billions with Jim EstillToday on the “Servant Leadership Podcast,” we hear from "Jim estill" as he shares his insights on servant leadership and innovation in the business world.Jim is a technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist.He is known for starting and growing a business to $2 billion.Jim has invested in over 150 companies and played a pivotal role in the early investment and growth of BlackBerry.Jim purchased "Danby Appliances", which has become a household name in the appliance industry.Jim is renowned for his philanthropic efforts, including his incredible work in supp...
2024-08-2034 min
The 60 Second PodcastJim Estill, CEO of Danby AppliancesSend us a textJim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances, credits THIS leadership principle to his success!
2024-04-0600 min
The Hard Part with Evan McCannJim Estill from Danby AppliancesJim Estill is the CEO and President of Danby Appliances.
Jim's resume is impressive:
Founder of EMJ Data (acquired by SYNNEX)
Founding Board Member of BlackBerry
Angel in 150+ startups like Miovision, Clearpath Robotics (acquired by Rockwell Automation), PostRank (acquired by Google) and Well.ca
Founding member of Communitech
Order of Ontario and Order of Canada
Active philanthropist
Takeaways
Being a great board member, especially to high-growth companies.
Founding his first business in university.
What it was like being a Founding Board Member at BlackBerry and watching its meteoric rise.
2024-03-0441 min
Health DeclassifiedSuccess Secrets Part 1 - audioPlease note: This episode was created for video with subtitles to identify each guest. Please use the timeline below to get the names of individual guests.
We asked all our successful podcast guests this question: What is the most important characteristic, mindset or habit that differentiates successful people from those who remain average? And we don't just mean successful in acquiring wealth, we mean well-balanced and contented. The timeline with guests' names and contact details is set out below.
Timeline Episode Guest Contact
00:52 113 Alicia-Butler-Pierre https://aliciabutlerpierre.com/
03:20 115 Johnny Ball https://presentinfluence.com/
04:20 114 Christy Pettit...
2024-02-0835 min
Private Equity Podcast: Karma School of BusinessBusiness Builders' Bookshelf: Essential Reads for Strategic SuccessIn this special episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, we bring you a curated list of impactful book recommendations from our esteemed private equity industry guests, offering a wealth of knowledge to enhance your strategic thinking and personal growth. 1:34 – Author Nick Shaw's poignant and insightful "My Teacher, My Son," is a book that promises to transform your perspective on life and leadership My Teacher, My Son: https://www.amazon.com/My-Teacher-Son-Lessons-Life/dp/B0CH7F5MGW 5:06 - Dive into the intricacies of technological advancements with Managing Partner Scott Estill's picks, "Chip Wa...
2023-12-2035 minBluWave's Karma School of BusinessBusiness Builders' Bookshelf: Essential Reads for Strategic SuccessIn this special episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, we bring you a curated list of impactful book recommendations from our esteemed private equity industry guests, offering a wealth of knowledge to enhance your strategic thinking and personal growth. 1:34 – Author Nick Shaw's poignant and insightful "My Teacher, My Son," is a book that promises to transform your perspective on life and leadership My Teacher, My Son: https://www.amazon.com/My-Teacher-Son-Lessons-Life/dp/B0CH7F5MGW 5:06 - Dive into the intricacies of technological advancements with Managing Partner Scott Estill's picks, "Chip Wa...
2023-12-2035 min
Vitality Matters12. Jim Milton: The Importance of Guarding against Fraud, Protecting Assets and Estate Planning In this episode, Attorney James "Jim" C. Milton joins Montereau President and CEO, Scott Nield for an insightful conversation revealing a few top ways that older adults can protect themselves against fraud and identity theft. As a Shareholder and Director at Hall Estill, Jim specializes in several areas including Estate Litigation, Probate and Elder Abuse. During this conversation you’ll hear about his heart for working with older adults, his advice on how to protect assets and the importance of estate planning. Jim also shares about his own vitality and the special significance of the mounted rainbow trout he ha...
2023-11-1637 min
Advisory Board {INSIDER} with Tom AdamsScaling Businesses, Creative Deals, and Philanthropy with Jim EstillWhat can you learn from a business and philanthropic rock star who successfully scaled his entrepreneurial startup into a publicly traded company worth two billion dollars? Join us as we meet Jim Estill, the CEO and Owner of Danby Appliances, and embark on a captivating journey through the realms of business and community giving. From his early days as a painter to his venture into the public market, investment in over 150 technology startups, and acquisition of an appliance company, Jim's insights are invaluable for aspiring entrepreneurs, board members, and individuals striving to make a meaningful impact.We...
2023-05-1652 min
Bloomberg LawTrump Indictment May Be ImminentFormer federal prosecutor Jennifer Rodgers, a professor at NYU Law School, discusses signs that the Manhattan District Attorney will be bringing criminal charges against former President Donald Trump.Jim Baer, president of CMBG Advisors, discusses the latest in the failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank.Joel Johnston, a partner at Hall Estill, discusses the EPA planning the first rules on forever chemicals in drinking water.June Grasso hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-1641 min
Behind Greatness by Inspire North137. Jim Estill – CEO, Danby / Tech Entrepreneur / Philanthropist – Leading an Integrated LifeJim joins us from his home in Guelph, a city just west of Toronto. Jim is currently the owner and CEO of Danby Appliances, a leader in their industry in North America with 2 million small large appliances produced each year. Prior to this Jim founded and ran a $2 billion technology company and retired early at age 53 - only to come back to run and then purchase Danby 7 years ago. We learn from Jim about painting houses in order to make ends meet while he worked on his tech start-up, studying engineering while his heart wasn't in it and having...
2023-01-1152 min
The Entrepreneur's StoryThe Appliance Entrepreneur - Jim Estill - 112122 6.56 PMJim Estell is the CEO and owner of Danby Appliances. Danby sells about 2,000,000 appliances per year - mostly fridges, freezers, wine coolers but also window and portable air conditioners, dehumidifiers, as well as microwaves, stoves, dishwashers, laundry etc. They have found a niche market competing in the small applicance space. Jim is a successful two time entrepreneur who provides some great insight on cash flow and cash management. You can learn more about Danby at https://www.danby.com/en-us/ If you're raising capital in 2023, please learn how Trellis can help you organize, centralize, and ma...
2022-12-2033 min
Strategic Advisor BoardEpisode 361 "Energy of Business Moments": The Three Health Pillars for CEO Success with Jim EstillIn this episode, Michael Sipe is joined by Jim Estill, Founder, and CEO of Danby Appliances. Jim Estill is CEO of Danby Appliances, a Canadian technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist. Jim's had some highs and lows in business but one thing has kept him going and being a successful CEO, attention to health. Learn how he values and prioritizes the three pillars of health. He knows what he's talking about and tells it in a way that warms your heart. It's no surprise under his engaged leadership that he has helped grow the business to $2 Billion in sa...
2022-12-1620 min
Strategic Advisor BoardEpisode 329 "War Room Round Table": Jim Estill, Don’t Overthink It, Just Go Do It! $0 - $2 Billion in Sales!In this episode, Phillip Lanos and Jason Miller are joined by Jim Estill, Founder, and CEO of Danby Appliances. Jim Estill is CEO of Danby Appliances, a Canadian technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist. He started his first computer distribution business from the trunk of his car while in university and grew that business to $2 Billion in sales. Jim was the EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2019 Ontario winner and has received both the Order of Canada and Order of Ontario.Tune in to learn more!For more go to: https://www.strategicadvisorboard.com
2022-11-2427 min
Excavation Safety Alliance (ESA) PodcastESA Town Hall: What are the most successful ways to investigate a damage and defend yourself?Everyone’s goal is to avoid hitting a cable or a pipeline during excavation. Unfortunately, damages still occur for a wide variety of reasons. When there is a damage someone has to pay the repair and related costs. This can range from several thousand to seven figures. A thorough, timely investigation is the best way to defend yourself. Moderator: Jim Proszek, Attorney, Hall Estill
2022-11-101h 11
Chatter that MattersJim Estill - Do the right thing.Do the right thing. These four words have been the compass for Jim Estill since his first business at age fourteen. Today he is one of our country's most successful and admired entrepreneurs. Learn about Jim's secrets to success, the daily habits that power his intellectual, emotional and financial wealth and how he has applied all of the above to help refugees create a new home built on purpose and pursuit. Some fantastic insights into how to do more with less and to lead by example.
2022-10-2840 min
Buy Grow SellEP41 From the Boot to Billions: This is Jim EstillWhat do a $2 billion dollar technology company, a $400 million dollar appliances company, and a rapid-growth courier service all have in common?
One entrepreneur by the name of Jim Estill.
A serial business starter, Jim has bought, grown, and exited numerous businesses, invested, advised, and sat on boards for hundreds more, and is not looking to slow down any time soon.
Follow along on Jim’s journey from idea to execution, and from scaling to successfully exiting. It doesn’t matter what sector the business is in; Jim’s recipe is tried and true.
Connect with Jim Estill
Website: https://www.danby...
2022-04-1141 min
ContributorsIn the Business of Doing Good – How Jim Estill supports charitable causes to empower his workplaceMarnie and Russell sit down with Jim Estill, the CEO and Owner of Danby Appliances, in this episode. Although he's seen great success as a business leader, Jim's impact reaches farther than that. Throughout his career, Jim has made it his mission to give back to the community, helping others through charitable initiatives like supplying ventilators during the pandemic and supporting Syrian refugees who have recently come to Canada. After this episode, you'll learn: how social good can empower loyal employees, the key business principle Jim follows and how that's influenced a roaringly successful career, and the "secret to...
2021-12-1531 min
The Multiplier EffectJim Estill — How to Lead a Sales Team from Zero to $2 Billion in RevenueThis year, Endeavor launched a new regional office in Calgary. We're excited to bring for the first time on the show Chris Buckman, Managing Director of Endeavor Canada, to interview Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances, a fascinating story of growing a technology distribution business from the trunk of my car to more than $2 Billion in sales. He is an investor, advisor, and board member to many technology businesses, including Blackberry – formerly Research In Motion (RIM) – where he served as a founding director for 13 years. He has also written two books. One on time management called "Time Leadership: Using the...
2021-12-0316 min
Success 4 WomenFrom Zero To $2 BillionJoin Dr. Lewis in a conversation with Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances. Jim is a Canadian technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist. He started his first computer distribution business from the trunk of his car while in university and grew that business to $2 Billion in sales. Jim has invested in, mentored, and advised over 150 technology companies including Blackberry. He joined their board before they went public and served for 13 years.Success 4 Women is broadcast live Thursday's at 2PM ET.Success 4 Women TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com).Success 4 Women...
2021-10-0836 min
The Frame of Mind Coaching™ PodcastHow To Achieve Better Outcomes: With Elisabeth CookeAre you stuck doing all the heavy lifting? Do you often feel like you just don't have enough time to do every single thing on your list? If so, then you might want to stop and examine what is going on.In today's episode of The Frame of Mind Coaching™ Podcast, I have the pleasure of talking to, and coaching, Elisabeth Cooke, CEO and Co-Founder of Dignii, a tech company that has created a software to measure diversity and improve inclusion in employment.Elisabeth feels stuck with one of the number one challenges that leaders se...
2021-09-2124 minThe Frame of Mind Coaching™ PodcastUnlimiting Your Resources: With Asad JalibDo you feel that you are the only one who can do certain things, otherwise they simply won’t get done? Do you constantly feel like there's just not enough time to do every single one of those things? Do you feel overwhelmed? If yes, your problem might not be what you think -- it might just be a thinking problem.In this brand new episode of The Frame of Mind Coaching™ Podcast, we welcome an amazing, very highly-driven, young entrepreneur. His name is Asad Jalib and he is the President and Founder of Dirt Technologies Inc., a co...
2021-08-1722 min
Off the Record with AramOvernight success that took me 30 years (with Founder and Owner of Danby Appliances, Jim Estill)Conversation highlights:Jim’s philosophy on failing and doing market researchHow Jim bought Danby AppliancesWhat to look for in hiringWealth philosophy - you don’t need that much moneyAbout Jim Estill:Jim is a Canadian technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist. He started his first computer distribution business from the trunk of his car while in university and grew that business to $2 Billion in sales.He invested in, mentored and advised over 150 technology companies including Blackberry.In addition, Jim was the E...
2021-08-1246 min
The Joyely Podcast– The JOYELY Podcast with Sheryl Lynn Episode 018 Jim EstillJim Estill, Danby Appliances – The JOYELY Podcast with Sheryl Lynn Episode 018 Jim EstillGratitude in the Office and the WarehouseJim Estill is the owner and CEO of Danby Appliances. Danby sells bout 2,000,000 appliances per year - mostly fridges, freezers, wine coolers but also window and portable air conditioners, dehumidifiers (the common theme - they have compressors), and multiple others. He is a life-long entrepreneur. He grew a technology distribution business from the trunk of his car to more than $2 Billion in sales. Jim has writ...
2021-07-2129 min
Health DeclassifiedJim Estill - Humanitarian & CEO Danby Appliances - EP 123Our guest Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances, former director of Blackberry, and co-founder of Communitech - the innovation hub that helped Kitchener - Waterloo become Canada's Silicon Valley. Jim talks to Peter and Kathleen about his business career from the early days of the digital age, his role as an investor in startups, and his ideas about business success. He explains the planning for his humanitarian project to sponsor hundreds of Syrian refugees and their successful integration into Canadian society.
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2021-06-3035 min
The Yakking ShowJim Estill - Humanitarian & CEO Danby Appliances - EP 123Our guest Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances, former director of Blackberry, and co-founder of Communitech - the innovation hub that helped Kitchener - Waterloo become Canada's Silicon Valley. Jim talks to Peter and Kathleen about his business career from the early days of the digital age, his role as an investor in startups, and his ideas about business success. He explains the planning for his humanitarian project to sponsor hundreds of Syrian refugees and their successful integration into Canadian society.https://danby.com The Yakking Show is brought to you by Peter Wright & Kathleen Beauvais
2021-06-3035 min
Weekends with Rob FaiChip shortages, Line 5, and summer patiosThe Sunday Edition with Stirling Faux
Chapter 1: Quebec’s Experience with Low-Cost Daycare
GUEST: Kerry McCuaig, Fellow Early Childhood Policy, Atkinson Centre, OISE, UofT
Chapter 2: Global Chip Shortage Hits Home
GUEST: Jim Estill, CEO, Danby, Guelph ON
Chapter 3: Jason Kenny In Big Trouble, Asked To Resign
GUEST: Duane Bratt, Political Science Prof, Mt. Royal University, Calgary
Chapter 4: Line 5 Pipeline to Close?
GUEST: Kristen van de Biezenbos, Associate Professor, The University of Calgary Faculty of Law & Haskayne School of Business
Chapter 5: Summer Patios...
2021-05-161h 40
AskSharifahJim Estill CEO Danby Appliances Interview with Sharifah HardieJim Estill is CEO of Danby Appliances.
Danby Appliances is a niche manufacturer of specialty appliances, which manufactures and distributes over 2,000,000 appliances per year. Jim Estill is leveraging his tech background to create new markets and products for Danby such as the Danby Parcel Guard.
Jim is a Canadian technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist. He started his first computer distribution business from the trunk of his car while in university and grew that business to $2 Billion in sales.
Jim was the EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2019 Ontario winner and has received both the...
2021-04-232h 48
The Thought Leader Revolution PodcastEP252: Jim Estill - Why Change Is Your OpportunityThe pandemic has thrown everything out of whack. It has forced many entrepreneurs to shift to places they never thought they could go. The successful business people are the ones that adapt to change quickly, so if you're not willing to be nimble and think on your feet, your business could be destroyed. This week's guest, Jim Estill, who is the President and CEO of Danby Appliances, isn't afraid of change. His business continues to run successfully even during this turbulent time. During this interview, you'll discover… Why you need to do tough things & add value to people's lives What is...
2021-04-1343 min
The Frame of Mind Coaching™ PodcastHow To Manage Your 24 Hours EfficientlyHave you ever wondered why days feel so short? How can I actually fit my whole schedule in just one 24-hour day? Is there a secret to it? In today's episode of The Frame of Mind Coaching™ Podcast, it’s my absolute pleasure to be coaching a returning guest: Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances. In this episode we talk about our belief systems when it comes to work, how time management isn’t the real problem, and the possible causes of slippage.If there's a challenge you'd like to discuss here on the podcast or private...
2021-03-3017 min
Built to Sell RadioEp 279 Jim Estill- 10 Things Most Celebrity Entrepreneurs Won't Tell You About Building a BusinessJim Estill is one of the most successful entrepreneurs you've probably never heard of. In 1975, Estill started EMJ Data, a technology distribution company, from the trunk of his car and grew it to $350 million in sales before taking it public.
2021-03-261h 02
The 5AM Grind21. Interview: Jim Estill, CEO of Danby - Painting houses to Millionaire Founder & CEOGuest: Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances
Mr. Estill is a serial Canadian entrepreneur, recipient of the order of Canada, and recipient of Canada’s Top 40 under 40 award. Jim started his first company, EMJ Systems, in university and eventually sold it for over $50 million. In 2015, Jim became the CEO of Danby Appliances and in 2017 he bought the company outright. He has grown the company’s annual revenue to over $400-million. In 2018, Jim spent over $1.5-million of his own money to sponsor almost 300 Syrian refugees. Mr. Estill is a seed investor and board advisor to a number of succ...
2021-03-2355 min
Voices with a CauseVoices with a Cause, Episode 1: The Ethical DilemmaIn our premiere episode, Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances and ShipperBee, joins Zoe Share, CEO of Schmooz Media, to consider the ethical dilemma of making a profit while still "doing good".
2021-03-2214 min
This MattersAre Canadians buying products allegedly made in forced labour camps?A joint investigation between the Toronto Star and the Guelph Mercury Tribune reveals how products of some of the biggest Canadian companies can be traced to manufacturers in China that have been accused of human rights violations. Jeremy Nuttall, investigative reporter for the Toronto Star, and Graeme McNaughton, reporter for the Guelph Mercury Tribune, join “This Matters” to talk about the revelations of their reporting, how the supply chains of major brands are tied to forced labour and the call for more accountability from business and governments. When reached for comment on the investigations, the companies discussed in th...
2021-01-2717 min
Happiness 2.0207: Jim Estill: Being Grateful And The Syrian Project“Gratitude for me is the root and the key to happiness. So the simplest exercise is to have gratitude journal and every morning, just write a few lines of the things I'm grateful for. And I will tell you anything that is causing problems pales by comparison to what I could be grateful for.” Jim Estill is the CEO at Danby Appliance and ShipperBee, but most importantly he’s a compassionate human being that loves to help others. One of his biggest and most impactful projects consisted of sponsoring hundreds of Syrian refugees to come to Canada.
Some of...
2020-11-3031 min
Hamilton Today with Scott ThompsonCanadians warm up to the idea of a COVID-19 vaccine, How Trump will act in his final weeks as U.S. President & Top toys for the Holiday seasonThe Scott Thompson Show Podcast
The number of people who want to get a COVID-19 vaccine is rising. Why was there such hesitancy before?
Guest: Steven Taylor, Ph.D., R.Psych., Professor & Clinical Psychologist, Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia
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Canadian manufacturers are gearing up for the distribution of a COVID-19 vaccine.
Guest: Jim Estill, president and chief executive officer of Danby
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According to reports, last week U.S. President Trump asked about striking a nuclear site in Iran but then...
2020-11-1748 min
Storytelling for Sales Podcaste019- WHAT DOES ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, HIGH TECH AND THE MORTGAGE INDUSTRY HAVE IN COMMON? | Ed Bilat with Christy Soukhamneut, Gregg Jorritsma and Eli Fathi - Best of the Season 2In this special episode, we pulled nuggets and discussions from three of our previous episodes with Christy Soukhamneut, Gregg Jorritsma and Eli Fathi Christy Soukhamneut is a 20+ year veteran of the mortgage industry who is dedicated to turning possibility into reality. A gifted strategic thinker, she knows that you must cut through the clutter, clearly articulate the vision, and then rally support at the street level. Everything she does is evaluated against these three bars: Will it make your life easier? Will it help you & your team be more productive? Will it help you gr...
2020-10-2228 min
Startup Canada PodcastMaking Money While Doing Good with Jim Estill – August 11th 2020
A successful entrepreneur knows two things, says Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliance and ShipperBee,- how to make money while doing good, and how to profit from failure.
Jim is a Canadian technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist. He started his first computer distribution business from the trunk of his car while in university and grew that business to $2 Billion in sales.
Jim has invested in, mentored and advised many technology companies including Blackberry, and he is the 2019 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Ontario winner.
“If you’re not failing, you’re not skating...
2020-08-1150 min
A Dealmaker's DNA with Ilan JacobsonEpisode 3: Jim EstillToday’s guest is Jim Estill. Jim is the president and CEO of Danby Products. Jim has invested in over 150 startups. He’s also known for his philanthropy, and particularly for being a well-known advocate during the Syrian refugee crisis. In today’s episode, you’ll learn more about Jim’s background and what drives him. Listen in to hear what Jim has to say about how he became an entrepreneur, how his thinking about leadership has shifted, and why philanthropy is so important to him.
Topics Discussed in This Episode
Jim’s background
Jim’s first foray int...
2020-06-0944 min
The Quiet Warrior ShowFROM APPLIANCES to VENTILATORS: HOW TO LEAD LIKE A WARTIME CEO in the Age of COIVD 19 with Jim Estill, Award Winning CEO & PhilanthropistJim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances is a Canadian technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist. Jim started a computer distribution business from the trunk of his car while in university. That modest business grew into a company doing $350,000,000 in sales before selling to SYNNEX in 2004. Jim then became CEO of SYNNEX Canada and grew sales from $800,000,000 to $2 Billion over five years. Jim has invested in, mentored and advised many technology companies including Blackberry. He joined their board before they went public and served for 13 years. Jim Estill has sponsored over 80 refugee families and assisted t...
2020-05-2622 min
Canada’s EntrepreneurJim Estill, President and CEO of Danby Appliances, Discusses the Appliance Industry and Dealing with the Unknown as an Entrepreneur During the COVID-19 Pandemic - Toronto - Canada's PodcastJim Estill is currently CEO of both Danby Appliances and ShipperBee.
Danby Appliances manufactures and distributes over 2,000,000 appliances per year, such as bar fridges, freezers and microwaves. Danby is being transformed by their newest product Parcel Guard– a smart mailbox for consumers that stops parcel theft.
ShipperBee is a new venture that is ready to revamp outdated shipping channels into a system that is better for consumers, retailers and the environment.
Jim started a computer distribution business from the trunk of his car while in university. He grew that business to $2 Billion in sa...
2020-05-2522 min
Create Your Own Salary (previously Business Breakthrough)92: The Skills You Need to Reach $2 Billion with Jim Estill (Part 1)It all started when Jim wanted to build a circuit board... and it ended with $2 billion in sales and the entire line of Danby appliances. But that's what happens when you have the innovativity, desire and pure generosity that Jim has.In this episode, Jim shares with us the skills that you need to grow your business and hit that level of sales that you never thought was possible. Plus he has a word or two about new shipping methods that you might find to be a little outlandish, or maybe just the dawn...
2020-05-2023 minCreate Your Own Salary (previously Business Breakthrough)92: The Skills You Need to Reach $2 Billion with Jim Estill (Part 1)It all started when Jim wanted to build a circuit board... and it ended with $2 billion in sales and the entire line of Danby appliances. But that's what happens when you have the innovativity, desire and pure generosity that Jim has.In this episode, Jim shares with us the skills that you need to grow your business and hit that level of sales that you never thought was possible. Plus he has a word or two about new shipping methods that you might find to be a little outlandish, or maybe just the dawn...
2020-05-1428 min
Boardrooms' BestNavigating the Pot Holes.Host: Nancy May, President and CEO, BoardBench CompaniesGuest: Jim Estill, CEO, Danby Appliances, and director emeritus Research in Motion/Blackberry, and multi-board director of public and private companies. In this episode my guest, Jim Estill and I discuss how innovators can successfully utilize their talents in the boardroom. You’ll learn the differences among directors who lead, who advise, and who direct, and when to correctly apply each skill at key moments in a company’s history. You’ll also hear when and how good boards provide value and when others...
2020-05-0500 min
The Quiet Warrior ShowSaving the World with the Zero to 2Billion Guy, Canadian Award Winning CEO and Philanthropist Jim EstillJim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances is a Canadian technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist. Jim started a computer distribution business from the trunk of his car while in university. That modest business grew into a company doing $350,000,000 in sales before selling to SYNNEX in 2004. Jim then became CEO of SYNNEX Canada and grew sales from $800,000,000 to $2 Billion over five years. Jim has invested in, mentored and advised many technology companies including Blackberry. He joined their board before they went public and served for 13 years. Jim Estill has sponsored over 80 refugee families and assisted t...
2020-04-2224 min
Real Leaders PodcastEp. 81 The Secret To HappinessJim Estill is the CEO of Danby Appliances who shares how a crisis can shift your mindstate and business. If you'd like a new perspective on how to motivate your staff during these times this is a great podcast for you. How do you learn a mindset of gratitude? How are leaders pivoting their roles during this crisis, and will the coronavirus change business as we know it?
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2020-04-1552 min
Business Done Differently with Jesse Cole308: Promoting Business Growth Through Value Creation With Jim EstillStanding out and making a positive impression always lead to a path of immense growth. In today’s episode, Jesse Cole interviews Jim Estill, the President and CEO of Danby, about growing a business through value creation. Promoting growth is more about how its employees and even customers grow with the company. Jill believes that true value can be created when everyone involved in the business experiences real interest towards success. He also explains his process of running his company from product creation down to selling and customer relations. Jill then imparts to us his five Whys in evaluating performance.
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2020-02-2645 min
The Page 1 PodcastNew product launch formula and the Danby Appliance purchase and digital growth story – Jim Estill – EP29What you’ll learn: We all have our own leadership style, but what is leadership? Jim Estill shares his secrets to successful leadership and nonhostile work environments as a legacy leader in the tech and appliance industries. As an innovation driven CEO, Jim talks about how his passion for 2020 trends, technology, sustainability, and social justice all came together to create a more environmentally conscious mail and shipping system to combat climate change. About our guest: Jim Estill is a Canadian technology entrepreneur, philanthropist and CEO of Danby Appliances and ShipperBee. Danby App...
2020-02-2145 min
YourTechReportDanby's Parcel Guard Intercepts Your Packages so Porch Pirates Don'tIf you’ve ever worried about the safety of packages left at your front door, you’ll definitely want to listen as Mitchell and Marc talk to Jim Estill of Danby Parcel Guard…and learn how their groundbreaking product helps eliminate parcel theft and increase home security.
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2020-02-1714 min
AQ's Blog & GrillFrom Engineering Student to President and CEO of Multiple Companies – How to Fail: Often, Fast, and Cheap | Jim EstillHe didn’t get lucky. He isn’t an investment psychic. And he doesn’t possess any fancy or magical ability to predict which businesses are going to take off, and which won’t. He tries things. He jumps at opportunities and he FAILS. Over and over, he’s failed. He fails, and he’s learned how to fall in loves with failing. And with each missed opportunity though, he’s perfected his formula for failure – fail often, fail fast, fail cheap. Jim Estill has had his hand in the business wor...
2020-02-1738 min
How'd You Do That?Innovation, Investing and Giving Back with Jim EstillJim Estill is the CEO and President of Danby Appliances and Shipper Bee. He has invested in plenty of businesses such as RIM and has been CEO of many companies.
In addition, he is a big believer in giving back to the community and a humanitarian. He has sponsored over 250 Syrian refugees and continues to give back as much as he can to others.
2020-01-2430 min
慈善家慈愛救難民加拿大企業家吉姆．艾斯帝（Jim Estill）從電視上看到敘利亞內戰的苦難，決心協助難民到加拿大定居，因為「這是該做的正事」。
二○一五年，雖然加拿大政府正努力設立官方管道，收容逃離敘利亞的難民，但艾斯帝嫌速度太慢。他說：「我能看到正發生在敘利亞的危機，我不認為西方國家政府的動作夠快。」
艾斯帝決定自己動手，他自掏腰包拿出一百五十萬加幣（約新台幣三千五百四十三萬元），接納中東難民，將他們安置在他的家鄉──多倫多以西九十五公里處、人口約十三點五萬的安大略省貴爾輔市（Guelph）。
2019-10-3000 min
Motivational MomentsEpisode 128: Interview with Jim EstillToday’s episode is taken from Linda Ockwell-Jenner’s Conversations video series, where she talks with Guelph-based technology entrepreneur Jim Estill recognized with both the Order of Ontario, and the Order of Canada. Linda and Jim talk about the amazing philanthropic work that Jim has been involved in helping Syrian refugees settle in Canada.
2019-10-1317 min
Mere Mortals Unite Podcast195 Do the Right Thing, Inside and Out with Jim Estill, CEO, Danby AppliancesMy guest today is Jim Estill, owner and CEO of Danby Appliances. Jim’s has an intriguing program that I wanted to share with our audience because helping people get a new start in life is a gift. Jim philanthropic work most recently involved sponsoring 60 Syrian Refugee families. In 2018 Jim received the Order of Canada, which recognizes a lifetime of outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation. Just the kind of person I want to have on my show.
2019-05-0127 min
Businesses that Care Podcast (formerly Mere Mortals Unite)Do the Right Thing, Inside and Out with Jim Estill, CEO, Danby AppliancesMy guest today is Jim Estill, owner and CEO of Danby Appliances. Jim’s has an intriguing program that I wanted to share with our audience because helping people get a new start in life is a gift. Jim philanthropic work most recently involved sponsoring 60 Syrian Refugee families. In 2018 Jim received the Order of Canada, which recognizes a lifetime of outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation. Just the kind of person I want to have on my show. He partly attributes his success to understanding that he doesn’t always have the best solution and all...
2019-05-0127 min
Specified: Building Materials & Construction Growth PodcastDoing Less and Achieving More (With Jim Estill)Jim Estill is an entrepreneur, and the CEO and Owner of Danby Appliances.Scaling a business is about doing less not more. It sounds like a contradiction, but it’s true. Where entrepreneurs and innovators fall down is when they add things to their plate, and they forget to take something off. Overloading your plate leads to a lack of consistency, burnout and low-quality work. In this episode, Jim will reveal the blueprint that allowed him to achieve massive success in the marketplace and in life.Please reach out if...
2019-04-2231 min
Storytelling for Sales Podcast"Don't Outsell your competitors, Out Question them!"| Ed Bilat with Gregg Jorritsma, Senior Director of Sales and Marketing, OnRamp SolutionsGregg has been in leadership roles with some of the most well-known companies in the industry including Citrix, BlackBerry, Bell Mobility, Siebel and Delrina. A passionate advocate for “informed selling” and sales professionalism, Gregg credits his success to having been mentored and coached by some great people that took the time to help him on his journey. Gregg, his wife of 29 years and two sons live in Burlington, Ontario, Canada WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE: Inspiration stories of Jim Estill (EMJ Data Systems) and William Tatham (Janna Systems) Gregg's most memorable sales failure The...
2019-04-0930 min
David Birnbaum ConnectionDo the Right Thing: Building a Business, and Giving BackToday David is joined by Jim Estill. They discuss Jim's history of running successful businesses, and personally sponsoring over 80 refugee families in Guelph. They also get into Jim's philosophy of life, which he believes is the reason for his success.Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances is a Canadian technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist.Jim started a computer distribution business from the trunk of his car while in university. That modest business grew into a company doing $350,000,000 in sales before selling to SYNNEX in 2004. Jim then became CEO of SYNNEX Canada and grew sales...
2019-04-0153 min
Resilience RadioE108: Leadership Strategies to Scale Your BusinessJim Estill is the President and CEO of Danby Appliances. He was recently awarded the Order of Canada for his sponsorship of 62 Syrian refugee families. Listen as he and host Kim Ades discuss his leadership strategies for scaling businesses.
2018-09-1842 min
Community MadeBreaking Bread and Building Relationships with Dan Martell & Sol Orwell"I do dinners selfishly because I'm fascinated… I just have an addiction to being around people who are passionate about what they're creating in the world. Period." - Dan Martell In this episode of Community Made I sit down with my dear friends Sol Orwell and Dan Martell to talk about their signature styles of hosting catalyst dinners in their own communities. The three of us discuss everything you need to consider to become an excellent host. From best practices for invitations, to seating assignments, venue selection, tips for facilitating great dinner conversations and so muc...
2018-04-231h 12
Community MadeS1E8 - Master of Scale: Jim Estill's 99 Consecutive Quarters of Profit"To scale, it's not what you start doing, it's what you stop doing… the only way to scale is to give things up." - Jim Estill In this episode my good friend Saud Juman and I have the privilege of interviewing Jim Estill, one of Canada's most eccentric and notorious entrepreneurs. This man has invested in over 150 businesses, boasts 99 consecutive quarters of profit, and successfully scaled his first business, which he started out of the trunk of his car, from zero to $2 Billion dollars. In the last couple of years Jim became famous for giving 1.5 Mi...
2017-10-241h 32
Journeys with the No Schedule ManPutting People First - Jim Estill of Danby AppliancesCan you build a business worth multiple hundreds of millions of dollars, and even a multi-billion-dollar business, by putting people first and doing the right thing? The answer must be yes, because that’s what Jim Estill does.. Jim is the CEO and president of Danby, an appliance company based in the city of Guelph, Ontario, not too far from Toronto. Jim recently sponsored more than 50 families of Syrian refugees to get resettled in the Guelph area. He was named to the Order of Ontario here in Canada, the province’s highest honour.
2017-09-191h 08
On The HorizonEp 11. Jim EstillCharlie Gladstone talks with Jim Estill, a successful and truly maverick man who has donated 1.5 million dollars of his own money to rehouse Syrian refugees in his hometown in Canada. What started as a quiet attempt to make a difference to a massive humanitarian crisis has -it seems- become all-consuming for him, his family and 800 volunteers.
2017-08-2535 min
Business of Entrepreneurs: CEO Danby Jim Estill Host Erica CollinsBillionaire Business Tips
Jim Estill, CEO of Danby Appliances is a Canadian technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist. Jim started a computer distribution business from the trunk of his car while in university. He turned that modest business into a company doing $350,000,000 in sales before selling to SYNNEX in 2004. He then became CEO of SYNNEX Canada and grew sales from $800,000,000 to $2 Billion over five years, including a founding board member of Research in Motion/Blackberry, before the company went public.
2017-07-1413 min
That Got Me ThinkingCan a Capitalist Socialist’s Time Management Skills Save the World?Technology Entrepreneur, Jim Estill is the author of two books, Time Leadership: Lessons from a CEO and Zero to $2Billion: The Marketing and Branding Story Behind the Growth. He is also a successful investor, executive and philanthropist. He will be receiving the Order of Ontario, later this year, for his inspiring humanitarian efforts in the resettlement of 58 Syrian Refugee families to his hometown of Guelph, Ontario. Jim will tell you that he is a distribution guy, and that what he’s done isn’t much, just some systems analysis, plan development, process creation and a little time management application. The over...
2017-04-201h 01
Notes on Doing057: Jim Estill on doing the right thingNotes on Doing's NODcast Episode 057 where Jenna interviews Jim Estill. Jim is the CEO of Danby, a Guelph, Ontario-based manufacturer of electrical appliances. Jim recently took over a million dollars of his own money and organized a massive community-wide effort to sponsor and support over 58 Syrian families immigrating to Canada. Jim also is an immensely successful businessman who, throughout his career, has invested in, led, and scaled companies worth billions of dollars. Listen to what Jim had to say about inspiration, intuition, time management, cowboys, the psychology of failure, entrepreneurial angst, and doing the right thing.
2017-01-251h 20Notes on Doing Podcast057: Jim Estill on doing the right thingNotes on Doing's NODcast Episode 057 where Jenna interviews Jim Estill. Jim is the CEO of Danby, a Guelph, Ontario-based manufacturer of electrical appliances. Jim recently took over a million dollars of his own money and organized a massive community-wide effort to sponsor and support over 58 Syrian families immigrating to Canada. Jim also is an immensely successful businessman who, throughout his career, has invested in, led, and scaled companies worth billions of dollars. Listen to what Jim had to say about inspiration, intuition, time management, cowboys, the psychology of failure, entrepreneurial angst, and doing the right thing.
2017-01-251h 20
Mindful Money ManagementDo The Right Thing with Jim EstillOn this Episode of Stepright with Lynn she speaks with Jim Estill. Jim made the news when he determined that 50 Syrian refugee families should locate in Guelph and he agreed to fund and quarterback the effort. Jim and Lynn talk about the integration of Guelph's newest residents.
2016-07-1328 min
Rock & Roll Shin-Soo Choo (Audio)#25: You're Welcome, Jim MartinIn the Leadoff, we discuss the baseball season thus far, the never-ending Motley Crue farewell tour and the Rock Hall induction ceremonies. In the Heart of the Order, we induct our own Shoo-In Hall of Fame bands. In the Bullpen Session, we recommend music from Bop English, Jaco Pastorius and The Blank Tapes.
2015-04-2648 min
The MSP ShowNichemanship 6 ways to thrive as a computer resellerJoin Stuart Crawford and Jim Estill (CEO of Synnex Canada) as we discussed "Nichemanship" and introduce 6 ways to thrive as a computer reseller.
2007-11-2300 min