In Focus is our gift to the community. A way for us to help show our recognition for the people, businesses and organizations that help make our city great. The team at KelownaNow.com is passionate about this community and the people that make it amazing. We want to show our friends, neighbours, family and colleagues that we notice them and the fabulous things that they do.
What is your name?
Peter Spek
If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select and why?
Bill Gates, because he has a lot of experience in technology and is an influential person with vision. Also, he is dedicated about making the world a better place with his foundation which, as Rotarian, that is very appealing.
If you were to receive any existing public award, what award would you like to win?
Not sure, I am not very aware of the types of awards available, but I think it should be something service related.
If you could spend a day with any historical figure, who would you choose and why?
None, I am more about what is happening in the now as well as in the future.
Who inspires you?
I wouldn't say it is a particular person per say. But I am inspired by people like Bill Gates, Carlos Slim, and Mark Zuckerberg.
What are three things on your bucket list?
It would be to make my company more successful and to create a better world around me.
If you had an enormous yacht, what would you name it?
Carola (my wife’s name).
If you could foresee a single day of your future in its entirety, what date would you select?
The day when I die, because usually that is when you get a quick overview of your entire life. I would want to make sure I lived life to the fullest.
What are you passionate about?
Serving and making the world a better place.
What has been your favourite day of your life, up to this point?
Each day is great and every day gets better. I think today was a pretty great day.
What has been your proudest accomplishment?
Getting my Business Informatics bachelor degree in two short years.
Where is your favourite place to dine in Kelowna? What do you like about it?
I love to eat at home because my wife is an outstanding cook and makes the best meals.
What is your favourite activity or event in Kelowna? Why?
Golfing. It is nice to be outdoors with friends and the sights at Kelowna golf courses are the best.
What is the name of your business/organization?
Spek Consultancy
What does your business/organization do?
Assisting businesses with their IT, making it secure and efficient to optimize their business. Spek Consultancy offers a range of IT consulting services, all designed to help your company reach its potential. Whether you're looking for a small tweak or complete overhaul, Spek Consultancy has you covered. Spek Consultancy services are available a la carte so you can get precisely what you need.
Where can people find you or your business online?
www.spekconsultancy.com
How do people connect with you on Linkedin?
Just search my name or the company name on the website.
What is your mission?
Providing the best service. Spek Consultancy delivers custom solutions, tailored to you – your industry, your culture, your one-of-a-kind challenges.
If you could achieve one thing within your field, what would it be?
Being a model for established businesses.
Where do you want your business/organization to be in five years?
At a point where I can hire and bring on staff.
Who do you consider to be a forerunner within your field?
Don’t know, I don’t see one person or business that stands out.
What three qualities do you feel that your business/organization exemplifies?
Service, understanding business, being fair and open.
How does your business/organization impact the community?
It is allowing businesses to grow and expand with minimal impact.
If you were trapped in an elevator with several wealthy investors from any field, which field would you want them to be experts in? What would say to them/talk about?
Foundation. I would like to learn how I can raise money for good causes.
If I could change one thing about Kelowna, it would be:
Better pay so young people can afford a living and start a family with less stress.
What do you think makes Kelowna great?
It is still a small community with everything you can think of within reach. Having multiple seasons and gorgeous nature.
My choice for the Kelowna In Focus spotlight is:
Brea Retzlaff
Some general comments I would like to share are:
Being an immigrant from Europe and well-travelled it is a gift to be a part of the Kelowna community.
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