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Introducing Form Furniture with CEO Jonathan Johnson
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Have you ever found yourself at a career crossroads, contemplating a leap into the unknown? That's precisely where Jonathan Johnson stood before he took the helm at Forum Furniture. Listen as Jonathan unfolds the tapestry of his professional odyssey, from a foundation in architecture to the pinnacle of office furniture entrepreneurship. As we chat, he divulges the pivotal role that robust relationships and unwavering grit played in navigating the tumultuous waves of the 2008 financial crisis, and beyond.
Strap in for a deep dive into the strategic maneuvers that have set Forum Furniture apart in a saturated market. Jonathan recounts his transformative decade at HumanScale and how his subsequent entrepreneurial venture is challenging industry norms by championing simplicity, beauty, and affordability.
The conversation blossoms as we dissect the subtle art of cultivating a company culture that champions transparency and work-life balance, and how Jonathan's approach to partnership is redefining the road to collective triumph in business.
Wrapping up, Jonathan lifts the curtain on the alchemy of product creation, emphasizing the elegance of simplicity in design and the power of a well-crafted advisory board.
If you've been searching for inspiration or a nudge to chase those audacious business dreams, this is the cue you've been waiting for. Jonathan's journey is more than a narrative of success; it's a blueprint for building a brand that stands the test of time. Don't forget to peek at the show notes for all the details to connect with us.
Connect with Jonathan:
Form Furniture
Email | Instagram | LinkedIn
Connect with Sid:
www.sidmeadows.com
Embark CCT on Facebook
Sid on LinkedIn
Sid on Instagram
Sid on YouTube
Sid on Clubhouse - @sidmeadows
The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Chapters
1. Building a Small Business Journey (00:00:00)
2. From HumanScale to Foreign Furniture (00:10:16)
3. Building Authentic Partnerships in Business (00:18:28)
4. Simplicity and Transparency in Design (00:25:12)
5. Building a Successful Advisory Board (00:35:27)
6. New Foundational Product Line Opportunity (00:44:31)
149 episodes
Manage episode 404590024 series 2854333
Have you ever found yourself at a career crossroads, contemplating a leap into the unknown? That's precisely where Jonathan Johnson stood before he took the helm at Forum Furniture. Listen as Jonathan unfolds the tapestry of his professional odyssey, from a foundation in architecture to the pinnacle of office furniture entrepreneurship. As we chat, he divulges the pivotal role that robust relationships and unwavering grit played in navigating the tumultuous waves of the 2008 financial crisis, and beyond.
Strap in for a deep dive into the strategic maneuvers that have set Forum Furniture apart in a saturated market. Jonathan recounts his transformative decade at HumanScale and how his subsequent entrepreneurial venture is challenging industry norms by championing simplicity, beauty, and affordability.
The conversation blossoms as we dissect the subtle art of cultivating a company culture that champions transparency and work-life balance, and how Jonathan's approach to partnership is redefining the road to collective triumph in business.
Wrapping up, Jonathan lifts the curtain on the alchemy of product creation, emphasizing the elegance of simplicity in design and the power of a well-crafted advisory board.
If you've been searching for inspiration or a nudge to chase those audacious business dreams, this is the cue you've been waiting for. Jonathan's journey is more than a narrative of success; it's a blueprint for building a brand that stands the test of time. Don't forget to peek at the show notes for all the details to connect with us.
Connect with Jonathan:
Form Furniture
Email | Instagram | LinkedIn
Connect with Sid:
www.sidmeadows.com
Embark CCT on Facebook
Sid on LinkedIn
Sid on Instagram
Sid on YouTube
Sid on Clubhouse - @sidmeadows
The Trend Report introduction music is provided by Werq by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4616-werq License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Chapters
1. Building a Small Business Journey (00:00:00)
2. From HumanScale to Foreign Furniture (00:10:16)
3. Building Authentic Partnerships in Business (00:18:28)
4. Simplicity and Transparency in Design (00:25:12)
5. Building a Successful Advisory Board (00:35:27)
6. New Foundational Product Line Opportunity (00:44:31)
149 episodes
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