I have known G for more than a decade and the thing that stands out, at least in my mind, is his incessant passion to keep moving forward. Despite the challenges that faced him in the past, G never stopped pushing for more — he never resigned. His entrepreneurial spirit and his passion for the community is admirable.

G Patel has an amazing story. Moving from India as a child, to putting himself through college and embarking on his career as an entrepreneur is truly the embodiment of the American Dream. I am confident he has inspired many others.

I’ve worked with G Patel in two separate industries for over 14 years in multiple accounts. I respect him as a restauranteur and a bar owner. In 2016, I asked him to speak at my company’s general sales meeting to my dedicated on-premise sales team so he could give them a perspective of what it’s like from the buyer’s side and how they could tailor their sales pitch to fit the needs of both sides. The team received him very well and it was very impactful on our sales results following the general sales meeting.

As a new solopreneur, G opened my eyes to my own potential in business. Embarking on a new venture is daunting, especially in a new industry and marketplace. His guidance transformed my experience from uncertainty to a clear path towards success. G’s knowledge of what it takes to be an entrepreneur is unmatched. He helped me find my own solutions, kept me accountable, and gave me the confidence to truly believe in myself in a new capacity. His program was an invaluable resource to have on my side as I navigated the market.

I have worked with G for several years in and out of the classroom. With our students, his perspective and time he provides to aide in the development of their entrepreneurial mindsets is priceless. As a fellow entrepreneur, I always enjoy our deep discussions on opportunities and solutions. His work ethic and passion are contagious.

G is a visionary leader who always has a creative solution to grow business. Through our years working together at Eschelon, he empowered me to lead, expanded my professional network, and equipped me to start my own company.

G is passionate about his endeavours and creates many connections along the way. He acknowledges where he is not strong and seeks partnerships to fill gaps and create a stronger outcome. We have known each other for almost 20 years and I have seen him through many chapters and the one thing I can note now is that he is the most empowered on his “why” and the journey and community he will embark each project or moment with.

G Patel is the definition of entrepreneurial, quick to action, willing to take risks in pursuit of his vision, and able to learn from missteps. He has a high standard for his own work and is able to hold others to that standard with understanding and compassion. He has always honored his word with me and I enjoy being around someone with such energy and drive.

As a former NCSU Alum, now CEO & Founder of LPC Consulting NC, I can certainly endorse G. Patel. He carries a unique blend of vision and compassion throughout his multiple businesses.

I can say this from experience, since I had the pleasure in working in one of his establishments while finishing my MBA-Finance and launching my own personal venture.

G. maintains a thorough and heartfelt approach to business that is rarely seen in business. Attention to detail, developing personal relationships, and an unwavering work ethic are only a few of the traits that separate him from the majority.

As a fellow entrepreneur, I can unequivocally state that G. Patel embodies all that I continually strive for in my own endeavors; humility, honesty, transparency, and communication. These are the hallmarks of only a few people left, and it has been a pleasure to know him from both sides of the spectrum.