On Sunday of last week, it would have been 90 years since Bud Bradford was born. His gentleness and kindness were unique, and his teachings were filled with relevance and meaning. Even though he’s not around anymore to see how far I’ve gone in life, I am grateful for the life lessons he gave me that have shaped me into who I am today. As my mentor, friend and second father, he gave me the insight that university education, hard work, empathy and love can go a long way in achieving success – a truth which certainly held relevance in my journey of growth. From my wedding day all the way until becoming CEO of the Employees Club of California, all I wanted was for him to be here with me as I celebrated these milestones. I miss him more everyday but carry his contribution with me everywhere I go.
Having a person to mentor you is an incredibly valuable asset for each individual’s growth and success in life.
-Robert Larios
Having a person to mentor you is an incredibly valuable asset for each individual’s growth and success in life. For me, this mentor was my dear friend, Bud Bradford. His presence guided me from 1986 until the year of his passing in 2012, nearly a quarter centuryβs worth of support. Throughout our years together as mentor and mentee, Bud was able to provide me with immeasurable invaluable insight into the seemingly mysterious journey known as life.
Robert Larios 