For what? Putting together a great company that is recognized by many, many other companies as worthy of their services/partnerships. Not sure great work is grounds for firing.
Val, selling vacuum cleaners and Sisel products does not detract from his managerial capabilities.
Selling vacuum cleaners and Sisel products IMO is resourceful and provides him an additional personal income. Val is still working through the dilution mess of previous MDGC management and moving forward with his new business plan.