Returning to Our Roots: Humanity, Relationships, and Purpose

For 35 years, I had the privilege of building Management One (M1) from the ground up. It was more than a business—it was my passion, my craft, and my way of serving people with integrity, clarity, and care. Over time, M1 grew, changed, and evolved. Growth is a blessing, but it can also create distance from the principles that first gave life to business.

Now, I have returned—not simply to managing operations or guide strategy, but to bring back what truly matters to Management One: our humanity, our relationships, and the core values and purpose that made us who we are.

Humanity First

Behind every number, every process, and every forecast is a person. A story. A dream.

At M1, humanity means putting people back at the center—our clients, our affiliates, our partners, and our team. We are not just solving business problems; we are walking alongside people as they build livelihoods, create opportunities, and chase goals.

Relationships That Endure

For decades, Management One’s success has been rooted in relationships. Trust, honesty, and respect have always been the bedrock of how we work. As I return, I am recommitting our company to those principles.

Relationships are not built on transactions; they are built on listening, responding, and growing together. This rebrand is not about changing who M1 is, it is about deepening the bonds that already define us.

Our Core Values: The Compass for the Future

Our values are not abstract, they are lived, daily. They guide how we show up, how we serve, and how we grow with our community.

At M1, those values are:

• Collaboration – We achieve more when we work together, sharing knowledge and lifting each other up.

• Courage – We face challenges head-on, making bold choices even when the path is uncertain.

• Adaptability – The world changes quickly, and we remain flexible and ready to evolve.

• Curiosity – We ask questions, explore ideas, and remain open to learning from everyone we meet.

• Commitment – We honor our promises, staying dedicated to the success of our clients, affiliates, and team.

• A Generous Heart – We give freely—of our time, our knowledge, and our support—because generosity multiplies impact.

These values are not new. They have always been here, woven into the DNA of Management One. My return is about ensuring they remain our north star, providing financial security to our retailers, our affiliate partners and our people.

Looking Ahead

A refreshed “who we are” is not about a new identity, it is about a renewed identity. It is about honoring the past, living fully in the present, and preparing for the future. We are not starting over; we are returning to the essence of who we have always been.

To our customers, our affiliates, and our partners: thank you for being part of this journey. Thank you for challenging us, trusting us, and teaching us. As we move forward, I promise you this—M1 will remain grounded in our humanity, committed to our relationships, and guided by our values and purpose.

Together, we will not only grow, but we will also thrive.