Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in health and wellness but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Richard Avis, Co-Founder and CEO of NuMind Health, located in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

We're setting up a global footprint of luxury retreats offering safe and effective treatments for addiction, depression and anxiety, corporate burn-out, and PTSD, as well as psychedelic wellness programs. Each client is given a curated treatment plan and will be supported by a dedicated team of coaches and clinicians. We offer concierge care from the front door to the clinic and long-term support. Our Retreats offer fully legal and licensed access to plant medicine.

Tell us about yourself

I'm an experienced C-Suite Executive with a demonstrated history of establishing and building out International Franchise systems and successfully taking numerous start-ups from zero to hero. Skilled in all aspects of commercializing products, recruitment, franchise development & business acceleration/growth.

A strong leader/mentor and an all-around Bloody Good Bloke! Engaged with funding numerous start-ups, working to take brands from inception to growth stage and beyond. Co-founder & CEO of NuMind Health Addiction Treatment Centre. Saving Lives and Making a difference using plant-based medicines and groundbreaking techniques.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

Seeing people succeed has always been a great motivator, but nowadays, working with people in addiction it's a great accomplishment to be saving lives!

What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?

You wear every hat, every day, and the buck stops with you.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

  1. Research! Dig deep and ask the big questions.
  2. Ensure you have funding! So many great concepts never materialize due to a lack of capital out of the gates.
  3. HAVE FUN! It's tough out there.

Is there anything else you'd like to share?

I always tell my staff to THINK BIG & ACT BOLD... no idea is a bad idea!

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://numindhealth.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avisrichard/

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