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John's Autobiography - Against All Odds
Buy The Book"Against All Odds"
Against All Odds launched March 12th 2021 and is available for purchase as a hard copy through John's website. The book will be shipped directly from the publisher.
Get The Audiobook"Against All Odds"
Available NOW! John narrated his own book, so you'll hear the entire book through his own voice. Enjoy these 5+ hours as John takes you through all that's happened in his life to bring him to where he's at today.
Watch The Interview Series"Against All Odds"
John Brink and Veronica Beltran go in depth about each chapter of his new book and discuss some additional stories connected to the stories in the book. It's an excellent addition to the lessons learned in the book.
Entrepreneur
Not being afraid to follow his dreams, John A. Brink has a successful entrepreneurial track record dating back to 1965. Although the trajectory of John’s success has been filled with ups and downs, one thing has remained constant: John’s relentless work ethic, optimistic attitude and passion for entrepreneurship.
Author
As a skilled communicator and writer, John A. Brink released his first book in March 2021, with several more to follow on topics ranging from leadership, negotiating, entrepreneurship, business law and more. In addition to John’s first book, he has also dedicated his time to a YouTube channel discussing topics of various interest.
Philanthropist
In addition to a successful business acumen, Brink is also a dedicated philanthropist, supporting hundreds of charities and non-profit organizations in the community and across the globe. Brink is also well-known for advocating animal welfare, supporting the SPCA, PG Humane Society and most recently, providing a $50,000 donation to the Prince George Animal Rescue.
Educator
The John A. Brink Trades and Technology Centre at the College of New Caledonia came to fruition in 2005. The name of the building recognizes John’s contribution of $250,000 cash and $250,000 in kind, for equipment and installation and consulting services to assist the college in creating a trades and technology centre of excellence. In 2019, Brink committed to another $1 million, where he highlighted the need for a Centre of Excellence in Prince George to help secure a strong future workforce for future generations.
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
BC Achievement Award
On April 26, 2006 John Brink was awarded the prestigious BC Community Achievement Award and cited as a leader in the economic development of Prince George, and for playing an integral role in regional workforce education through his support of post-secondary wood technology and training.
ORDER OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
On June 28, 2019, John A. Brink was be inducted in the Order of British Columbia as part of its 30th-anniversary celebration, which recognizes and honours residents ‘who have served with the greatest distinction and excelled in any field of endeavour’ that benefits the local and provincial community.
HONOURARY DOCTORATE
On May 31, 2019, John A. Brink received an Honorary Doctorate of Law Degree from the University of Northern British Columbia in recognition of his past 50+ years of commerce, philanthropy and community involvement.
DISTINGUISHED TOASTMASTER
John A. Brink is the proud recipient of the highest level of educational achievement in Toastmasters.