Bruce Laing –
Accredited Business Consultant
Bruce Laing is a second-generation steward of Island View Waterfront, where he grew up immersed in the rhythms of hospitality and small business ownership. Over the years he’s earned deep expertise in restaurants, events, and boutique ventures—learning first‑hand what makes them thrive and where they often stumble.
Now an accredited business consultant, Bruce draws on decades of real-world experience to help emerging and established small business owners succeed. His approach is grounded, practical, and results-focused: streamlining operations, boosting customer experience, and guiding entrepreneurs through solid strategies that work in the real world.
Whether you’re refining a concept or scaling your operations, Bruce offers mentorship and insight rooted in experience, not theory.
His mission? To empower small business owners with clarity, confidence, and the tools to grow sustainably.
His Story
Bruce Laing’s connection to Island View runs deep. In 1969, his parents took over a beloved local bar, naming it Tom’s Tavern, and moved their family—Bruce, the youngest of six—to the property. Growing up in the bustle of a family-run business, Bruce learned early on the value of hard work, community, and hospitality.
After exploring other careers in the railroad industry and real estate, Bruce returned to Island View when his father passed away, taking over operations alongside his mother. Together, they transitioned the business into the Island View Inn, setting the stage for the next chapter.
In 2000, Bruce brought new life to the property, moving the original bar to the waterfront and transforming it into the Island View Waterfront Cafe, which thrived for more than two decades.
When it came time for the next generation to take the helm, Bruce guided his daughter in reimagining the space as today’s waterfront venue and café, keeping the family’s legacy alive while helping it grow.
Now, as an accredited business consultant, Bruce shares the lessons of a lifetime spent in small business—helping other entrepreneurs build lasting success, just as his family has done for over 50 years.
Contact
I’ve been where you are —
and I’m here to guide your next steps.
Phone 443-301-7041