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Mario Selva doesn’t quit when things get tough

Published

4 years ago

August 28, 2020

There are certain qualities each successful business founder and owner embodies. One is to have a vision. Another one is to act on that vision. Then, there is mindset, which is perhaps the most crucial of the bunch. Mario Selva has an unbreakable mindset that has kept him going for three years and generated millions of dollars.

“Very early on in my career, I decided to never quit and never give up. I think that what really helped me was the fact that I pursued my passion,” Selva recalls. “It wasn’t like I was trying to do a task that I didn’t like. I chose marketing as my work because I love it, and I refused to quit even when things get tough.”

Things did become difficult for Selva at the very beginning of his career. “I got my Business degree from the University of Naples in 2017,” he recalls, “then I went into business helping Amazon sellers market their products better. It was a success for a while until, out of nowhere, Amazon disabled my account. It felt like I had lost everything.”

However, he chose not to let that failure break his spirit. “I decided to take matters into my own hands and launch my online e-commerce business so that nobody could take it away from me,” he shares.

Selva began working in social media marketing and went all-in on it. He was extremely dedicated, to the point where he’d isolate himself and study. It paid off. Mario launched an online store that generated $180,000 in four months. He invested all of his profit into his next venture, which grew even larger.

“I made $1.5 million in 18 months,” says Selva. He has been on an upward trajectory for success ever since and there’s no end in sight for his future. “My secret, if we can call it that, is the fact that I don’t give up. I power through. I believe that anyone can make it as long as they don’t quit,” he explains, adding, “You know, things will get difficult. That’s inevitable. Any business has its problems. You should expect those and be prepared for it, not quit at the first obstacle.”

Mindset training takes a while and Mario is happy to invest the time necessary. He wants to be in the company of others who are equally as passionate as he is about learning. “My team of two is as hungry for knowledge as I am. We are studying and improving ourselves together every day. This is why I love my team so much,” he says.

Mario looks up to role models such as Iman Gadzhi. “It’s important to have a role model outside of your circle so you can really look up to them and try to emulate their success as your future aim.” As long as a strong mindset is present, business success follows shortly after. Mario Selva is the ultimate example of that.

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How Private Hotsprings Can Transform Wellness Tourism with Its Lithia-Inspired Innovations

Published

1 day ago

February 12, 2025

Michelle Langton

Photo by Private Hotsprings

By Michelle Snow

Private Hotsprings resort features exclusive infinity-edge pools fed by natural hot springs, attracting wellness tourists to British Columbia’s remote wilderness. Tina and Alex Genzer are expanding beyond hospitality with Lithios Beverages, a drink line incorporating lithia-rich mineral water from the springs. The new venture aims to bring the therapeutic benefits of the resort’s natural waters to consumers worldwide.

Enchanted By Nature

Tina and Alex are familiar with entrepreneurship. Before embarking on their journey to British Columbia, the pair successfully ran a boiler installation and construction business in Toronto, specializing in snowmelt systems. While Alex, a former Air Force pilot, honed his engineering expertise and cultivated a strong public presence with CBC and News Talk 1010 appearances, Tina led business operations with her signature entrepreneurial flair.

Tina Genzer recalls how their lives changed when they discovered the Kootenay region’s natural hot springs. “We were captivated by the serenity of this place,” she says. The couple started acquiring chalets that blend luxury and nature. Today, Private Hotsprings offers three properties: the Cedar Log Cabin with a waterfall and lake access and two chalets featuring the world’s only infinity-edge hot spring pools.

The couple’s leadership style has been instrumental in the company’s growth. The Genzers have carved out a niche that remains untouched by competitors by prioritizing exclusivity and direct customer engagement over conventional review systems. “Our mission has always been to create a serene retreat where guests can unwind, rejuvenate, and reconnect with themselves,” Alex Genzer explains.

Lithios Beverages

Tina and Alex’s idea for Lithios Beverages emerged during a restorative evening at the hot springs, inspired by the therapeutic effects of lithia-rich waters. Since its successful debut in New York earlier this year, which sold out within days, the brand is now planning to partner with a major U.S. distributor to enter the growing health and wellness beverage market.

The Genzers are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity, as Lithios Beverages aligns with their brand ethos blending the purity of their mineral springs with health-conscious choices. “Lithios is not just a beverage, it is a lifestyle,” says Tina Genzer. “We aim to provide the same rejuvenation and vitality our guests experience, no matter where they are.”

A Rising Tide for Wellness Tourism

Wellness tourism thrives on authenticity and connection to nature, two qualities that Private Hotsprings exemplifies. The company has tapped into a lucrative market segment that prioritizes unique and restorative experiences over mass tourism by offering exclusive access to mineral-rich hot springs in a private setting.

Competitors in the wellness industry have begun to explore similar models, but only some can rival Private Hotsprings’ distinctive offerings. The company’s first-in-the-world infinity-edge pools and meticulous curation of guest experiences give it a significant edge.

The Next Phase

Despite these challenges, the Genzers remain optimistic about the future. Their dual focus on Private Hotsprings and Lithios Beverages allows them to innovate within two complementary markets.

The next phase of their journey includes expanding Lithios Beverages across the U.S., emphasizing sustainability and transparency. Lithios Beverages has opened up its next round of funding to scale its operations.

The Genzers are also exploring ways to share their story with a broader audience. “We want investors and guests alike to understand the heart and vision behind what we do,” Tina says. “It is not just about running a business, it is about creating something meaningful and lasting.”

Tina and Alex Genzer have created an example of success that other industry players will undoubtedly seek to emulate by blending luxury with nature and leveraging their lithia-rich waters for global impact.