
Windy City Biz Podcast
We will be interviewing local Chicago area business owners to discuss many topics. Discussions on how to start a business, keep it going, and thrive for the future. Learn through fun and engaging conversation with local business owners. If you would like to be featured on our podcast please message us at: info@naperbiz.net
Windy City Biz Podcast
Building Community Relationships: Featuring Cohen Barnes CEO of SundogIT, Inc
Today we have a very special guest, Cohen Barnes the President & CEO of SundogIT, Inc and the Mayor of DeKalb in DeKalb, Illinois.
Cohen is a US Army Veteran who started Sundog in 1989 as a startup called TBC, providing general IT services in DeKalb, Illinois. By 1995, they could see the potential of universal internet access and became the first commercial ISP in DeKalb County. Since the company has grown to a larger scale pivoting from being an internet provider to offering businesses a wide range of IT services.
Learn how Cohen has gone from wanting to be an English teacher to running a successful IT service-driven company. As well as giving back to his community by becoming the Mayor of DeKalb, a community that is near and dear to his heart.
Join us today to hear Cohen's amazing story and the advice he gives along the way to business owners looking to give back.
SundogIT, Inc