Faces in Business: Christopher Downie
Christopher Downie
Owner/operator
Jim Taylor Automotive, 1051 North Washington Blvd., Sarasota. jimtaylorautorepair.com
Q: What was the best business advice you received?
A: It would be the “worst” advice as a lot of people told me not to take on this business. I did it anyway and am very happy I did.
Q: If you could choose another profession, what would it be?
A: I am very happy with what I am doing right now. What’s wrong with playing with cars?
Q: What is the biggest risk you’ve taken in your career?
A: Opening this business, taking over for Jim Taylor and assuming the finances, legal encumbrances and administration. It’s been successful since 2001.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you start?
A: Scotland. It’s where my ancestors are from and my wife would like to visit there.
Angie Monroe
This story was originally published June 13, 2017 at 12:03 PM with the headline "Faces in Business: Christopher Downie."