NEW FOOTPRINT IN NEWPORT BEACH OPENED TO SUPPORT WEST COAST CLIENTS

It’s official – Ideoli has begun sending shipments from its newest California warehouse, helping service its clients around the world!

George StroumboulisNovember 26, 2019Georgios, George, stroumboulis, george stroumboulis, Ideoli, IDEOLI GROUP, California, dc, distribution facility, home office, podcast studio, newport beach, orange county, lighting showroom, lighting product, california, usaComment

BUNGY JUMPING OFF THE WORLD'S TALLEST TOWER IN MACAU CHINA

The AJ Hackett Macau Tower bungee jump ranks as the world's highest bungee jump, at 233 meters (764 ft). I jumped off this tower in Macau (China) and loved every second of it.

EXPANDING INTO THE CANADIAN MARKET TO SUPPORT OUR GLOBAL CLIENTS

Not only is my hometown city of Toronto the largest city in Canada, with a metro area of over 5 million people, but it’s also one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

George StroumboulisOctober 1, 2019Georgios, George, stroumboulis, george stroumboulis, Ideoli, IDEOLI GROUP, CEO, Toronto, Canada, toronto condo, expansion canada, construction canadaComment

THE CONS OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP LIFE AND WHAT YOU DON'T SEE ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Being an entrepreneur has been the most rewarding feeling outside of family, but it’s important to recognize the downsides to find the right balance in life.

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FEEDING THOSE IN NEED THROUGH OUR ‘INVIGORATE YOUR COMMUNITY’ INITIATIVE

My company creates some impressive lighting products for the world’s top brands. But, the people who make this all happen are even more impressive when we come together to help local communities through volunteering efforts.

George StroumboulisAugust 28, 2019Georgios, George, stroumboulis, george stroumboulis, Ideoli, IDEOLI GROUPComment

4-DAY TRIP TO CHINA TO OVERSEE 20+ PRODUCTION RUNS AT THE FACTORY

I fly to our production facilities in China, Vietnam, and Thailand monthly to oversee the incredible quality products we produce and ship internationally.

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ACTING LIKE A LOCAL IN INDIA WITH MY TUK-TUK RICKSHAW

The greatest way to jump into the local culture is to try and eat, think and live like a local. On a trip to Bangalore, India, I had to get to a meeting across town. Sure, hotel car services were available, but why not take a tuk-tuk and risk your life?

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90-HOUR WORLD TOUR: SINGAPORE, THAILAND, INDIA, GERMANY & LOS ANGELES

In 90 hours, I literally travelled around the world on business trips to meet with clients and suppliers, covering the 25,000-mile circumference of the globe.

FURTHER EXPANSION INTO THE SINGAPORE MARKET TO SUPPORT OUR GLOBAL CLIENTS

Singapore is not only an impressive city-state full of amazing architecture and food; it’s also a strategic market for my business as we expand our presence throughout the world.

George StroumboulisAugust 2, 2019Georgios, George, stroumboulis, george stroumboulis, Ideoli, IDEOLI GROUP, Singapore, LED lightingComment

I HAVE TRAVELLED THE WORLD WITH THIS TOTE BAG CARRYING MY SAMPLES

In a span of just three weeks, I personally carried an very important product sample to clients all over the world. From Canada to India, the U.S. to Argentina, China to Mexico, this tote bag has seen it all.

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TRYING NEW FOODS IN SINGAPORE’S ECLECTIC FOOD MARKET

If you know me, you know I love to indulge in local cuisine when traveling for work. One of the best places to do that is in vibrant Singapore.

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IN MEXICO CITY FOR 3 HOURS OF MEETINGS AND A FULL DAY OF TRAVEL

When I say we go above and beyond to grow our business and serve clients, I mean it. Even when that means spending 15 hours traveling for just a few hours of client meetings in Mexico City.

George StroumboulisJune 28, 2019Georgios, George, stroumboulis, georgios stroumboulis, Ideoli, IDEOLI GROUP, Mexico City, MexicoComment

ALWAYS LATE IN SHANGHAI WHEN NAVIGATING WITH GPS

I often take for granted the ease of navigating around major cities around the world using apps like Google Maps.

I VISITED CHINA'S FIRST TIM HORTON'S COFFEE SHOP IN SHANGHAI

When I came across China’s first Tim Horton’s coffee shop, I couldn’t resist trying it and supporting the Canadian brand.

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GLOBAL CLIENT EXPANSION ACROSS LATIN AMERICA

Mexico is the gateway to Latin America and growing our presence in Mexico will help us get our foot in the door in the region so we can expand further south.

George StroumboulisJune 20, 2019George, Georgios, stroumboulis, george stroumboulis, Ideoli, IDEOLI GROUP, Mexico, manufacturing, LED lightingComment

TARIFFS BETWEEN THE USA AND CHINA ARE AFFECTING ALL OF OUR BUSINESSES

We’ve got to let everything settle as my business continues to absorb a lot of the additional costs that come from paying tariffs on imported items for our clients, and we’re not alone in this regard.

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MONTHLY DAY TRIPS FROM LOS ANGELES TO CHINA AND BACK

Meeting with factories, clients and partners, I don’t always have a ton of time on these business trips.

MY COMPANY'S 'INVIGORATE YOUR COMMUNITY' INITIATIVE IS GIVING BACK

Getting out there as a team and bonding while giving back is the best scenario. On this specific day, I was fortunate enough to have my mother in from Canada and my daughter helping us out too.