“The Rest is Still Unwritten…”
Last week, we gave you a little taste of Who is Paragon?. Today, let’s discuss just who Paragon is made of, in his own words…
John Pierce, Founder & Chairman
It has been a long journey, but here I stand. Thirty-six years in business and still going strong. I never really thought I would be here still, seeing how I started Paragon on a whim, not really understanding the whole enormity of it. But after years of struggling, I made it. And here I sit, with a vast array of knowledge (and vast amount employees). Apart from my ability to surround myself with great people, I want to be known for my determination and hard work, as well as my love for the industry. I have worked with a very diverse group of clients; from multinational corporations such as Cumulus to small mom-and-pop radio businesses; from clients just entering radio ownership to families that have owned radio stations for generations. To me, having a wide array of clients is a challenge. And who doesn’t like a good challenge? How did you do it, you may ask? How were you able to prosper in tough times? One word: Passion. I have been in this field for many-a-years, but I am just as passionate about this business now as when I was an eighteen year old boy. To wrap things up on a personal note, I enjoy candlelight dinners and midnight walks on the beach. No, on a serious note, I am a simple man who enjoys life’s simple pleasures; FBI dramas, good wine and spending time with my beautiful children.
Who is Paragon?
When meeting anyone in life, you tend to ask who they are, where they came from and how they got there. So how did Paragon come to be, you ask?
It began with two phones in a basement and a tremendous amount of drive. Basically, it was a one man show. After years of struggling to make its mark on the industry, our founder, John Pierce, had his big break and signed Paragon’s first exclusive client. Paragon grew (staff and all) to encompass services clients need most.
Thirty six years later, we are one of the leaders in the advertising industry. Throughout these years, we have successfully led thousands of advertising campaigns. Setting us apart from other firms is not only our ability to utilize various forms of media but also our knowledge and integrity.
And there you have it—a little Paragon 101. These are our humble beginnings, tell us about yours.
