Richard Zinck
Senior Advisor at StomachMan
Canada, United States
About
I have been in the food service business for almost 50 years. My history taught me how to create great win-win situations with my customers, and with the people that work with me. Starting out at 8 years old, collecting and selling stamps, then moving on to operating a Dickie Dee cart , provided me with an early start in business. When I finally was old enough at 16 I got a job at McDonalds where they taught me how to open up and express myself. At 18 I bought my first business in the Lunch Truck industry. Over the next 20 years I learned how to dramatically expand and changed the industry with the press and creative marketing, which lead to a letter from a former Prime Minister of Canada, and an Entrepreneur of the Year Award. In the following 15 years I worked on moving the food service industry into the future by developing an online ordering system and daily delivery all across Ontario. Helping existing and creating new sandwich companies. At the same time co-partnering in an industry magazine. Over the past 10 years I helped to bring Micro Markets to Canada. We worked through all the initial challenges and brought it to where it is today. The best option for food service in the lunchrooms in the businesses of Canada. www.stomachman.com
Licenses & Certifications
Entrepreneur of the Year Ontario
Nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year Canada.
Recommendations
Paul Martin
Past Prime Minister of Canada at Past Prime Minister of Canada
“I have carefully noted Mr. Zinck's idea and commend him for his hard work, honesty and perseverance. The concept is, I believe, a good one. If you have not already done so, you, or your constituent, may consider submitting his idea to the Minister of Industry, the Honorable John Manley. I am sure that he too would want to be aware of this possible business venture.”
Donna Diebel
Human Resources at Kuntz Electroplating
“Since StomachMan has taken over at KEI in Kitchener we've been very impressed with their sales, service and professionalism.”
Mac Voisin
President at M&M Meat Shops
“Mr. Zinck is a very progressive thinker and we believe he has the system and ability to put the most modern and state-of-the-art mobile fleet on the road. We have been consulting with him and many other players to see this project through to fruition. ”
Rick Spence
Publisher and Editor at Profit Magazine
“Your sales story touched a chord with our editors, who voted it as one of the top three entries to our contest. Thank you for sharing your story and your insights: a high-quality digital camera courtesy of Fuji Canada. Feel free to e-mail us a picture once you’ve got the hang of it! ”
Brian Tracy
President at Brian Tracy International
“Thank you for your wonderful letter of August 23 and congratulations on your exciting success with “The Stomach Man.” Your letter was fantastic! Your story is a true inspiration for thousands of men and women who are starting and struggling in their own businesses. I am delighted at your success. Malcolm Forbes Jr. wrote recently that wealth is the result of creativity and imagination, not labor and sweat. Your ability to apply your ideas and your superconscious abilities to the field of catering is a demonstration that great possibilities are available in other fields as well. Richards, I wish you the very best of continued success in everything you do. You are a real winner and you are on your way to a lifetime of maximum achievement. ”
Peter Nevin
Investment Advisor at Nesbitt Burns
“The Entrepreneur of the Year program was created in order to recognize the tremendous contribution made be entrepreneurs like yourself and the positive changes you have created within your community. The purpose of this award is to recognize these achievements and salute your determination and success. On behalf of Nesbitt Burns, I would like to nominate you for this prestigious award. The manner in which you have built your company and your contribution to the community made you an outstanding candidate for the Entrepreneur of the Year Award.”