THE ADOPTED SON

About the Book

THE ADOPTED SON PERSEVERANCE TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS The purpose of this book is to show people that are having tough times in their lives that there is hope and things can work out for the best. It describes the life of Joseph Peterson, from the time he was born through his seventy years of developing successful businesses and raising a family, who are now involved with all aspects of these companies. Joe describes how God has had such a positive influence in helping him to persevere and be successful. He shows how success is not material wealth but the love of a family and knowing that you have left your mark in this world by showing love and compassion. He wants people that are abused while they are growing up to never give up and try to overcome these obstacles.

About the Author

JOE PETERSON Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on October 9, 1939. President/owner of Crown Technology, Inc.; Crown Enterprises, LLP; and Crown Restaurants, Inc. Graduated from Cathedral High School in 1957, Purdue University two years, majoring in chemistry, and Indiana University two years, majoring in business management. Married for over forty years to Marilyn, with four children and four grandchildren. Employed at Crown Technology, Inc., for over fifty-one years in the capacity of manufacturing, research and development, sales, and management. Holds over nine patents for steel pickling and acid recovery. Helped develop over fifty products for laundry, car wash, ware wash, maintenance, and retail. Performed laboratory and pickling studies for many steel companies and the U.S. EPA. Developed the concept for Peterson’s, a fine dining restaurant in Fishers, Indiana, 1999. Professional: Wire Association International, Inc., AISE, ASM, AWWA. Pershing Rifles Publications: “Closed Loop System for the Treatment of Waste Pickle Liquor,” 1977 “Waste Minimization and Recovery Techniques for Acid Pickling,” 1992