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SUMMARY:AI Pathway Grow Smarter: AI for Succession Planning & Growth
DESCRIPTION:Use AI to build a more resilient business by reducing owner dependency\, documenting critical knowledge\, and planning for long term growth.\n\n\n  \nAI won’t replace leadership\, but it can help you build a business that lasts.\n– – – \nThrough a combination of practical instruction and hands on exercises\, you’ll create a Succession and Growth Readiness Roadmap tailored to your business. \nWhether you’re planning for retirement\, preparing your business for future growth\, or simply looking to create stronger systems and leadership capacity\, this session will help you think strategically about the future while identifying practical steps you can begin taking today. \n– – – \nWhat You’ll Get\nAfter a guided presentation on using AI to support succession planning and long term business growth\, you’ll work directly on your own business with support from mentors and AI tools to: \n\nAssess where your business relies too heavily on the owner or a small number of key people.\nIdentify opportunities to document knowledge\, improve processes\, and delegate responsibilities.\nExplore growth opportunities using AI assisted scenario planning.\nBuild a practical roadmap to strengthen business continuity and long term value.\n\nBring a laptop and one business challenge you’d like to prepare for. We’ll spend the workshop building something you can actually use. \n– – – \nWho Should Attend?\nThis session is designed for: \n\nSmall business owners\nEntrepreneurs and startups\nBusiness managers and team leaders\nFamily business owners\nAnyone planning for long term growth\, succession\, or business continuity\n\n– – – \nAbout the Series\nThis session is part of the Grow Smarter: The AI Pathway\, a five-part workshop series designed to you use AI as a practical business tool to move the needle on common business problems. \nEach event combines: \n\nPre-session materials and preparation exercises\nExpert-led instruction\nMentor-supported hands-on application\nParticipant workbook activities\nA practical business deliverable you can implement immediately\nNetworking opportunites and light refreshments\n\nAttend individual sessions or join the full series to build an AI-enabled growth plan for your business. \n  \nRegister with your team and get 10% off: for 2+ tickets use code TEAM10 \n  \nThis program is made possible through support from the Entrepreneur Innovation Fund\, delivered by Simcoe County Economic Development\, as well as county-wide partnerships and the Georgian Bay Business Accelerator’s foundational funders: the Town of Collingwood and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ai-pathway-grow-smarter-ai-for-succession-planning-growth/
LOCATION:Collingwood Library\, Community Room B&C\, 3rd Floor\, 55 Ste Marie St\, Collingwood\, ON\, L9Y 0W6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Pitch It
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the art of a well-crafted business pitch and learn what it takes to impress like a pro. \n\n\n\n\nAre you an entrepreneur preparing for a crucial pitch? Do you need expert guidance to craft a pitch deck that truly stands out? Or perhaps you’re looking to sharpen your story so you’re ready for both planned and unexpected networking opportunities to introduce your business. \nJoin us on Friday November 27 for Pitch It\, a workshop tailored to individuals who have little or no experience with pitching but are about to face the challenging task of presenting their business idea. Whether you’re seeking funding\, programs\, opportunities\, or just looking to improve your introduction\, crafting effective pitch materials are essential to impress and increase your chances of success. \nYou’ll spend the day with David Bowden\, Start-up Founder\, Coach and Advisor\, as well as other entrepreneurs learning tips and tricks with an opportunity to prepare\, practice and present your pitch and receive live-action feedback\, support\, and kudos. Get ready to make an impact. \nWhat you’ll take away: \n• Align your pitch with the specific needs of desired funding\, program\, or opportunity \n• Bring clarity and succinctness to your story\, presenting your ideas with confidence and impact. \n• We will guide you through the process of crafting and delivering a compelling 90-second pitch while receiving real-time feedback \n• Identify the key elements of your business model that are essential to a winning pitch \n• Gain practical tips and strategies to boost your delivery skills\, ensuring you pitch like a seasoned professional. \nWho should attend: \n• Founders seeking to refine their pitch + message \n• Startups \n• Existing businesses run by curios and progressive operators \n• Business owners with a vision/plan for growth in the mid term \nDate: Friday November 27\, 2026\nLocation: Collingwood Public Library – 55 St. Marie Street Collingwood\, Community Rooms B/C – third floor \nTime: 10am – 4pm (Lunch\, snacks\, and refreshments included) \nInvestment: $10 (if cost is a barrier\, please email us at sbec@collingwood.ca) \nThis event is presented to you by the South Georgian Bay Small Business Enterprise Centre with support from the Georgian College Henry Bernick Entrepreneurship Centre\, Community Futures South Georgian Bay\, the Collingwood Foundry\, and the Georgian Bay Accelerator.
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