We had the good fortune of connecting with Anthony Winfield and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Anthony, what was your thought process behind starting your own business?
The thought process behind starting my business was clear and visible for me. It started with me at a very young age around 10. One of my family members is well off with success as a entrepreneur. When I was able to understand what a entrepreneur was and stand for made more sense. I Also seen how the lifestyle was. More importantly the opportunities I can provide for family/friends I was all in.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I believe a lot of what I’ve achieved this far is all GOD and the kind of person I’ve been molded into. I started working at a Fortune 500 company at the age of 19. I learned a lot from the 5 years I spent working at that company which assisted me going into my next career. I was given a ultimate opportunity by two of my mentors. They both presented me the chance to travel the world while working in the music industry for 10 years. During that time I learned a lot about how to manage a record label and business. I spent many days of stressing and wanting to give up with the business because it was new, different, and a lot of responsibilities. What I always kept in my heart and mind is that the efforts I make now will change my future. Currently, I own a Trucking Logistics/Dispatching company and Record Label Executive.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Whenever my peeps come to visit me in Chicago we have a good time. Many things to do here. I mean we have a lot of good food like fast food and sit down joints just roll the dice lol. We definitely would go to a bulls/cubs/blackhawks game and feel that good energy. It’s always a concert of some big artist visiting and if I have a contact then we going for free and getting VIP treatment. We also got lounges and clubs to hit up like the SOHO house in Chicago is a vibe! Lastly we would have to hit the hood and let my fam bbq. We will eat, drink and kick it on the porch with the block until the sun comes up lol.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Okay, so my support and mentoring comes from family and close friends. I was raised by my grandparents which they both believed in saving for rainy days but also striving for more. One of my best people and mentors comes from my family (Unk) as well. I was given a lot of street game and book smarts. Nowadays I keep my circle of people close and small. I have these people in my life and they know who they’re and what they mean to me!

Website: https://bornleadersinc.godaddysites.com/

Instagram: @chitown_ant

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-winfield-b411b593

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