TONY HARRIS

About

Tony was born and raised in Nanaimo British Columbia and is of the sixth generation Harrises to call the city home. He started his first business at seven selling peanuts and candy from a 25¢ vending machine in his father’s car dealership.

After graduating from Brentwood College School he completed a BA in English Literature from the University of Western Ontario. Post-graduate work included graduating class president from the National Automobile Dealer’s Association Dealer Academy followed by graduating from Babson College Entrepreneurship and Leadership Executive Education.

One of Tony’s early ventures was CanRepel Products Inc., which sold products throughout North America in partnership with TerraCycle.

Tony’s career with the Harris Auto Group spanned fifteen years; formerly the Managing Partner of Harris Mitsubishi and Harris Mazda Tony remains a proud partner in award winning dealerships Harris Kia, Harris Mazda and Nanaimo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.

Tony is the Chair Of The Board Of Directors & CEO of Billy Goat Brands Ltd. a venture capital and incubation firm focused on plant based protein, functional foods, and food technology.

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