It’s never too late to change your path and serve your community
Paulie Gee’s journey into the pizza industry didn’t begin with a business plan or a search for profit: it started with a love for cooking and bringing people together. Paulie would host large family gatherings, cooking for friends, and creating memorable experiences around food.
“It’s not a business — it’s a community,” Paulie reflects, a sentiment that would ultimately shape the direction of his career. He left the corporate world behind at almost 40 years old and opened his first shop of many to come.
Paulie credits his success to two key factors: belief and commitment. While others helped build his confidence along the way, he believes true self-assurance came from within. On commitment, he advises, “It’s your friend. Don’t be afraid to set a deadline — it will push you to follow through.” For Paulie, starting your own shop is as easy as speaking it into existence.
