James Page is the CEO of Page After Page, a full-service business machine equipment, maintenance and solutions provider. Page After Page experts assess clients’ business equipment needs, structure internal processes to help clients maximize efficiency and operate successfully, and maintain a competitive edge in an ever-changing marketplace.
Here he shares how his aunt Alma impacted his career path and where we can find him in the next five years.
Why did you become an entrepreneur?
My great, great aunt Alma was an original exact example of the movie The Help. She worked all her life being a house cleaner, cook and seamstress for the “rich and famous,” such as Eva Gabor and others.
Please tell us about your services?
We provide IT services, print management support and 3-D printer products
What is your secret to your success?
Attitude: success is not a ‘Right!’ It is something that you have to earn each and every day!
What has been your most difficult challenge that you faced, thus far?
Not drifting! Being cautious of your diet, exercise, learning, decisions, and habits!
What has been your most proud moment as an entrepreneur?
Seeing my employees being able to purchase cars and 30-year homes and watching their daughters and sons get accepted into great universities. And, of course, being a role model for children everywhere.
Who would be an ideal client for the services you provide?
Hospitals, law firms, schools, charter schools, non-profits and government agencies.
What is your perspective on mentoring other young people to becoming entrepreneurs?
I am mentoring a child now. I feel it is a responsibility to all men of color to volunteer to assist.
Where do you see yourself in the next five years?
A professor of a HBCU teaching entrepreneurship and leadership.
