Jacob Page
Jacob Page, 38
Business owner
Business: Budget Blinds of The Golden Isles
Lives in: St. Marys
Professional responsibilities: Oversee business operations and sales.
Accomplishments/Honors:
2018 National Rookie of the Year for New Franchise; Sales Excellence Award Recipient - 2018-22.
Community Involvement: Youth sports coach – baseball/basketball/football; Camden County Chamber of Commerce; Christ Church Camden.
Why did you go into your particular field? Strong desire to bring a new business to my hometown.
As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? Athlete/business owner
What was your first job? Settlement analyst at the Energy Authority in Jacksonville, Fla.
What is the best advice you’ve ever received? Most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in 10 years.
What’s your favorite thing about your job? Meeting all of the new people moving to Camden County
What do you know now that you wish you knew when you first started your career? Start young and don't be afraid of failure.
Who do you consider to be your greatest mentor and why? My Father has always been a great example of hard work and determination. Encouraged me to go for it!
When you’re not at work, what do you do to relax? Hang out with family and friends, boating, exercise.
How do you hope to grow in your career? Continue to grow the business and expand up the Georgia Coast.
If you couldn’t do what you’re doing now, what would you be doing? Trying to figure out a way to work for myself.