"Larry Partridge was more than just my father. He was my best friend, mentor and the man who taught me all about the importance of building strong relationships.

Larry had an incredible knack for connecting with people. He’d walk into our local Tim Horton’s back home in Toronto, and you’d hear a chorus echoing around the store: “Hey Larry!” A self-made success story, Larry's strong work ethic led him to start several companies, including a collection agency. Even in that tense climate, he developed a reputation as "the world's nicest collection agency owner."

Dad was also my youth baseball coach, and there’s one game I’ll never forget. I was pitching and had just hit two batters to load the bases. Through tears, I watched as he approached the mound with a stern message: “You’re going to finish this inning, and you’re going to be fine. Suck it up and pitch your game. Don’t worry about anyone else.” I struck out the next two batters and learned a valuable lesson: To get through tough times, sometimes you have to dig deep.

That lesson has proven invaluable in my personal and professional lives. A few years ago, Larry passed away from prostate cancer. I still think about him every day — about the way he lit up a room, the way he stayed true to himself and the way he attacked his biggest challenges, right up until the end. These are the values I try to live out every day and the reason I strive to do right by everyone who joins the Partridge Financial family. Because at the end of the day, it’s not just about financial advising; it’s about making a positive impact in people’s lives — just like my dad did."