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Mark Mend Stern (or Mend Stern to his clients) is the dynamic CEO of Grubb Young & Co and co-founder of Pixeltheory.com, Instapark and Mulholland Ventures.
Despite the American credit cycle being at a dangerous point, indicating a potentially bad time for big debts, and a slowing down of consumer spending, Mend Stern has bucked the trend with his fortune skyrocketing to an estimated £20 million.
This impressive wealth is a testament to Stern’s strategic acumen and his ability to identify and capitalise on emerging trends. Through his company Grubb Young & Co, and its diversification into AI and adult services, his net wealth has turbo-charged, with these sectors identified as ripe for disruption and growth.
How did he become a millionaire
Stern’s journey with Grubb Young & Co has been a rollercoaster ride of challenges and triumphs. When he took the helm over 16 years ago, the company was in a precarious position. Stern had to make tough decisions, streamline operations, and focus on core strengths. His belief in the power of innovation and customer-centricity guided the company’s strategies, leading to its current success.
Grubb Young & Co
Grubb Young & Co is known for its diverse services, including web applications, CRM development, and web marketing. The company has managed a wide range of services by building a strong team and robust systems, ensuring quality and staying on top of industry trends.
Stern’s experience co-founding Pixeltheory.com was transformative, teaching him the importance of agility and adaptability in the face of uncertainty. These lessons have been brought to Grubb Young & Co, fostering a culture that embraces change and encourages innovation.
One of Grubb Young & Co’s recent pivots was into adult services with the management of the popular website EscortRankings.uk, the UK’s premier escort review platform where, among other things, the company has interviewed thousands of UK residents about their attitudes towards escorting. This project, born out of a desire to understand societal attitudes towards escorting, has revealed a wide range of perspectives and highlighted the importance of open dialogue and respect for individual choices.
Stern’s second venture, FAQx, is an AI Answer Engine designed to deliver emergency information to local communities. This AI-driven platform provides real-time, accurate information during emergencies, helping communities stay informed and prepared.
Life is not all about business
Stern offers advice to others and reminds us that despite these challenging times, we are not alone and there are resources and support systems available to help
Stern recently experienced a personal tragedy with the loss of his mother, Esther Ellen Stern, likely due to COVID-19. This devastating loss and the frustration of not being able to get timely updates on her condition serve as a stark reminder of the importance of transparency and communication, especially in times of crisis.
Esther Ellen Stern, a longtime Brooklyn resident and retired head of social services at Kings County Hospital, has greatly influenced Stern’s approach to business. Her legacy of resilience and service has inspired Stern to lead with empathy, resilience, and a commitment to serving customers.
