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Ron Lovett

Ronald "Ron" Francis Lovett is an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and the CEO of VIDA, a company focused on affordable housing. He is recognized for his contributions to leadership, extreme decentralized business model, culture, and innovative approaches to the housing market in Canada. He is also the Founder and Owner of Connolly Owens, a consulting firm that helps companies build resilient people and cultures.

Early Career

Maintaining an entrepreneurial mindset since his youth, Ron Lovett began his career by founding Source Security & Investigations in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Over a 15-year span, he scaled the company to over 3,000 full and part-time employees across Canada. Recognizing the need for more effective management systems, he developed a decentralized working approach that empowered employees at all levels. This innovation allowed the company to thrive and eventually led to its sale in 2017 to Allied Universal, one of the largest security firms in North America, at a 24x multiple.

Business Ventures

Source Security & Investigations Inc.

Lovett founded Source Security in 2002, transitioning from a local bar bouncer in Halifax to the head of a nationwide security firm. Under his leadership, the company grew significantly, employing over 3,000 people across Canada. In 2017, he sold Source Security to Allied Universal, marking a significant milestone in his entrepreneurial journey.

VIDA

As the CEO of VIDA, Lovett focuses on addressing housing challenges by creating sustainable and community-centric living spaces. Since its inception, VIDA has grown to over 2,850 units across more than 150 buildings in Nova Scotia, PEI, and Manitoba. Lovett's leadership emphasizes innovation, community engagement, and addressing rising costs and labor shortages through skill-building programs. His goal is to expand VIDA's portfolio to 10,000 units by 2027, helping communities struggling with affordability.

Connolly Owens

In addition to his role at VIDA, Lovett is the founder of Connolly Owens, a consulting firm that helps companies with strategic growth and organizational health. Through Connolly Owens, Lovett offers his expertise to other businesses, aiding them in achieving sustainable growth and fostering strong organizational cultures.

Board Work and Community Involvement

Ron Lovett has been active in several leadership and advisory roles that extend beyond his businesses. He is involved with the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), where he not only founded a chapter but also launched an Accelerator program that supports over 80 entrepreneurs across Atlantic Canada. His work in this space includes mentoring at-risk youth and supporting young entrepreneurs, ensuring they have the guidance and resources needed to succeed.

Awards and Recognition

Ron Lovett has received several prestigious awards throughout his career, including:

Remy Martin Bold Five under 35

BDC Young Entrepreneur Award

Five-time Atlantic Business Magazine Top 50 CEO Award

Junior Chamber International Outstanding Young Person Award

GSEA (Global Student Entrepreneur) Award

Education and Mentorship

Lovett has completed multiple Harvard courses on leadership, negotiation, and design thinking, further honing his expertise. He completed the Entrepreneur Master Program (EMP) in MIT through the Entrepreneurs Organization.

Publications and Media

Books

Ron Lovett is the author of two books:

Outrageous Empowerment: The Incredible Story of Giving Employees Their Brains Back – This book details his approach to employee empowerment and the positive impact it can have on organizational success.

Scaling Culture: How to Build and Sustain a Resilient, High-Performing Organization – In this book, Lovett shares strategies for building and maintaining strong, resilient company cultures that drive performance.

Scaling Culture Podcast

Lovett hosts the Scaling Culture Podcast, where he discusses topics related to building and maintaining resilient, high-performing organizations. The podcast includes insights from Lovett and industry leaders on empowering employees, creating strong company cultures, and driving business growth.

Scaling Culture Masterclass

In addition to his books and podcast, Lovett has developed the Scaling Culture Masterclass, an educational platform that offers deeper insights into building and sustaining a strong organizational culture.

Personal Life

Ron Lovett resides in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with his wife and three children. In addition to his professional pursuits, he is deeply committed to his role as a mentor and a community leader.

External Links

VIDA

Connolly Owens