We were looking at ourselves as a store rather than a brand. When you do that, you draw thick, heavy lines around your freedom.

Forth & Towne was a great test of a promising concept and an illustration of the innovative risks you need to take in our business. We made the tough decision to close the brand and focus our efforts on stabilizing the existing businesses.

You have freedom when you're easy in your harness.

Humility is the armour that you clothe yourself with throughout your life. We demean each other rather than lift up ourselves.

I'd rather be a victor than a victim.

I happen to be extremely left-brained; my instinct is to draw a chart rather than a picture.