Michael Kind

Founded the JKG Group, a printing company, in 1984 at the age of 23. Sold a majority share of the business to a family fund in 1994, subsequently running the firm as President and COO until 2004. Spearheaded the development of proprietary software that automated the ordering and production of stationery products for large corporations. Technology innovation led to 300% growth over 4 years from 1999 to 2003.