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SUMMARY:How Rise Can Help Entrepreneurs Understand Credit and Lending
DESCRIPTION:Through low-interest loans\, no-cost training programs\, mentorship\, and other custom supports\, Rise empowers individuals who self-identify with mental health and addiction challenges to develop the skills and access the capital they need to build a business that can transform their lives. \nWhat you will learn: \n• Who is Rise? \n• What options do I have to finance my business start-up or growth? \n• What types of credit are best for my business needs? \n• What is the role of a credit score in lending? \n• How can I improve my credit score? \n• What are Rise’s lending programs? \n• Are the programs offered by Rise right for me? \nJoin us to learn more about Rise and how they can support your business with financing and personal guidance. \nSpeaker Bio: \nJoy Morassutti is a bilingual Rise Business Advisor who supports lending program clients in both English and French. With more than 20 years of experience\, she has supported hundreds of entrepreneurs to build businesses of all different sizes and at various stages of development. \nHaving worked with people from across Canada and in every region of Ontario\, Joy brings a deep understanding and appreciation of what we all have in common\, and an awareness of our regional differences. A student of life\, Joy has been trained in adult learning and professional coaching and says that she loves her job!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/how-rise-can-help-entrepreneurs-understand-credit-and-lending-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T150000
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UID:14791-1739451600-1739458800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to transform the way you sell? \nThe Sales Blueprint is a 6-week coaching program designed to help you sell with confidence\, authenticity\, and results. \nThis is the best way to secure the longevity and success of your business with a thriving sales pipeline. \nStarting February 13\, we’ll meet weekly for a 2-hour session that includes hands-on learning and interactive coaching. You’ll leave with actionable strategies\, templates\, and a 90-day plan to grow your sales. \nHere’s what you’ll gain from The Sales Blueprint: Your Path to Sales Success \nWeek 1: Sales Foundations & Mindset (Feb 13): Learn the psychology behind authentic selling\, overcome limiting beliefs\, and align your sales strategy with your values to build unshakable confidence. \nWeek 2: Sales-Driven Marketing (Feb 20): Discover how to seamlessly integrate sales messaging into your marketing\, create trust-building content\, and communicate your unique value with clarity. \nWeek 3: Prospecting & Qualification (Feb 27): Identify your ideal clients\, craft a powerful prospecting plan\, and develop tools to qualify leads so you can focus on the opportunities that matter most. \nWeek 4: Sales Conversations That Convert (Mar 6): Master one-on-one and group sales conversations with techniques that build trust\, handle objections\, and close deals with confidence and ease. \nWeek 5: Objection Handling & Negotiation (Mar 20): Turn objections into opportunities and learn win-win negotiation strategies that leave both you and your clients feeling great about the outcome. \nWeek 6: Comprehensive Sales Strategy (Mar 27): Wrap it all up with a 90-day action plan\, streamlined tools\, and strategies to retain clients and drive sustainable sales growth. \nIt’s time to master authentic sales and grow your business!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/14791/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T143000
DTSTAMP:20250213T230410Z
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T230410Z
UID:14792-1739451600-1739457000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:IGNITE 2025
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to propel your business toward sustainable growth and success in 2025? Join us for a transformative series of webinars designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders eager to gain actionable strategies for dynamic business expansion. These engaging and insightful workshops will be lead by industry expert\, Carey McMaster of Traicon. Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to position your business for future opportunities this year! \nThursday\, January 30\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Business Growth) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Assessing operational readiness for growth\, Analyzing market trends and customer behaviours\, Exploring proven growth strategies\, and Mastering data-driven decision-making. \nThursday\, February 6\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Product Development/Pricing) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Mastering the product development process\, Implementing effective pricing strategies\, and Understanding the role of market research and financial metrics. \nThursday\, February 13\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Lead Generation) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Understanding the sales funnel framework\, Attracting high-quality leads\, Engaging and nurturing your prospects\, Converting prospects into customers\, and Building long-term customer loyalty. \nThursday\, February 20\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Record Keeping) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Organized record-keeping systems\, Recording income and expenses\, Claiming vehicle and home business expenses\, Managing Payroll and HST\, Understanding capital cost allowance\, and preparing profit & loss statements.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ignite-2025-3/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250211T120000
DTSTAMP:20250211T223456Z
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T223456Z
UID:14790-1739268000-1739275200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Getting Started with Intellectual Property (IP): Why is IP Important?
DESCRIPTION:Innovation starts with an idea—your idea. Are you developing your idea into something tangible such as building a brand for your business or creating a product to sell? If so\, then you need to know about intellectual property (IP). This webinar will introduce you to trademarks\, patents\, trade secrets\, industrial designs and copyright\, and explain how protecting your creations through IP rights can give you an advantage over your competition. \nWhat you will learn: \n• What is intellectual property (IP)? \n• How may IP be valuable to a small business? \n• Why is IP important? \n• How can IP unlock the value of my idea? \n• What are the benefits of IP? \n• How do you know if you have IP? \n• What IP resources are available to me? \nJoin us to learn all about intellectual property rights and how they may apply to your small business. \nSpeaker Bio: \nElizabeth Collinson has worked with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) for more than 20 years in a variety of roles\, including trademark examiner and business development officer. She has a passion for helping entrepreneurs understand the importance and value of intellectual property and believes strongly in providing service excellence to clients. Elizabeth is also an inactive Trademark Agent\, listed on the Canadian Patent Agent and Trademark Agent (CPATA) register.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/getting-started-with-intellectual-property-ip-why-is-ip-important-5/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T143000
DTSTAMP:20250206T211951Z
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
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UID:14789-1738846800-1738852200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:IGNITE 2025
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to propel your business toward sustainable growth and success in 2025? Join us for a transformative series of webinars designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders eager to gain actionable strategies for dynamic business expansion. These engaging and insightful workshops will be lead by industry expert\, Carey McMaster of Traicon. Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to position your business for future opportunities this year! \nThursday\, January 30\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Business Growth) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Assessing operational readiness for growth\, Analyzing market trends and customer behaviours\, Exploring proven growth strategies\, and Mastering data-driven decision-making. \nThursday\, February 6\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Product Development/Pricing) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Mastering the product development process\, Implementing effective pricing strategies\, and Understanding the role of market research and financial metrics. \nThursday\, February 13\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Lead Generation) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Understanding the sales funnel framework\, Attracting high-quality leads\, Engaging and nurturing your prospects\, Converting prospects into customers\, and Building long-term customer loyalty. \nThursday\, February 20\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Record Keeping) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Organized record-keeping systems\, Recording income and expenses\, Claiming vehicle and home business expenses\, Managing Payroll and HST\, Understanding capital cost allowance\, and preparing profit & loss statements.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ignite-2025-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250130T143000
DTSTAMP:20250130T193354Z
CREATED:20250127T171859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T193354Z
UID:14788-1738242000-1738247400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:IGNITE 2025
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to propel your business toward sustainable growth and success in 2025? Join us for a transformative series of webinars designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders eager to gain actionable strategies for dynamic business expansion. These engaging and insightful workshops will be lead by industry expert\, Carey McMaster of Traicon. Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to position your business for future opportunities this year! \nThursday\, January 30\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Business Growth) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Assessing operational readiness for growth\, Analyzing market trends and customer behaviours\, Exploring proven growth strategies\, and Mastering data-driven decision-making. \nThursday\, February 6\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Product Development/Pricing) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Mastering the product development process\, Implementing effective pricing strategies\, and Understanding the role of market research and financial metrics. \nThursday\, February 13\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Lead Generation) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Understanding the sales funnel framework\, Attracting high-quality leads\, Engaging and nurturing your prospects\, Converting prospects into customers\, and Building long-term customer loyalty. \nThursday\, February 20\, 2025 @ 1:00pm-2:30pm (Record Keeping) \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about; Organized record-keeping systems\, Recording income and expenses\, Claiming vehicle and home business expenses\, Managing Payroll and HST\, Understanding capital cost allowance\, and preparing profit & loss statements.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/ignite-2025/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241030T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241030T130000
DTSTAMP:20241030T141904Z
CREATED:20241003T084942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T141904Z
UID:8544-1730293200-1730293200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Accessing Growth Capital at Meridian Credit Union
DESCRIPTION:Join Paul Casey and Sandra McGrath from Meridian’s Small Business Team to learn how Meridian is supporting start-up and existing small businesses with specialized financing solutions. This webinar will dive into Meridian’s QuickStart loan program which is designed for start-ups and the New Accelerator Loan program designed for businesses with at least 1 year of operations. With 380\,000 Members\, Meridian is Ontario’s largest credit union and its purpose is to help its Members achieve their best lives.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/accessing-growth-capital-at-meridian-credit-union/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Growing your Business,Growth,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Start-up,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241024T130000
DTSTAMP:20241015T103814Z
CREATED:20241003T084933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T103814Z
UID:8538-1729771200-1729774800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Gearing up for Entrepreneurship with Blueprint
DESCRIPTION:Your business idea is brilliant—you just know it could become something big. But how do you start? Where do you start? What are your sales projections? Should you worry about competition? (Hint: yes) How do you decide your company goals? What even is a mission statement? \nWhich is where a business plan comes in. By mapping out every last detail of your business\, from financial projections and staff and employees\, to marketing strategies and mission statements\, not only are you minimizing potential hiccups but you’re also providing future financiers a reputable business to invest in. Introducing Blueprint by Ownr. Blueprint is a free business plan generator that allows entrepreneurs of all stages to create a polished\, professional\, and complete business plan.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/gearing-up-for-entrepreneurship-with-blueprint/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241023T130000
DTSTAMP:20241023T123419Z
CREATED:20241003T084928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T123419Z
UID:8536-1729684800-1729688400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Exploring Franchise Opportunities presented by TD
DESCRIPTION:Join TD in partnership with SBC Ontario for Exploring Franchise Opportunities! \nConnect\, learn and grow through a series of workshops\, webinars and networking sessions\, empowering small business owners with the tools\, resources and insights needed to navigate challenges and seize opportunities.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/exploring-franchise-opportunities-presented-by-td/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,Growth,SBCO,Start-up,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241019T160000
DTSTAMP:20241019T113421Z
CREATED:20241001T083132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T113421Z
UID:8512-1729342800-1729353600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Small Business Week
DESCRIPTION:Join the Richmond Hill SBEC October 19-25 to celebrate Small Business Week!\nConnect\, learn and grow through a series of workshops\, webinars and networking sessions\, empowering small business owners with the tools\,\nresources and insights needed to navigate challenges and seize opportunities.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/small-business-week/
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Forum,Growing your Business,Growth,Networking,SBCO,Start-up,Starting a Business,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240911T120000
DTSTAMP:20240911T133348Z
CREATED:20240906T123406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T133348Z
UID:8335-1726048800-1726056000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:How to Start a Small Business
DESCRIPTION:An in-depth review of essential start-up elements and regulations\, covering crucial aspects like business structure\, registration processes\, industry-specific rules\, licensing requirements\, taxes\, and business models.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/how-to-start-a-small-business/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SBCO,Starting a Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Halton Region Small Business Centre":MAILTO:smallbusiness@halton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240821T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240821T103000
DTSTAMP:20240821T083357Z
CREATED:20240803T064903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T083357Z
UID:8035-1724232600-1724236200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish.\n\n\nShowing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate\, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps\, no matter which device they use. In this workshop\, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. \nIn this session we’ll show you how to: \n\nCreate or claim your Google Business Profile\nManage your business info across Google Search and Maps\nUse your Business Profile to connect with potential customers
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/get-your-local-business-on-google-search-and-maps/
CATEGORIES:Growing your Business,SBCO,Start-up,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240403T120000
DTSTAMP:20240403T013458Z
CREATED:20240309T000617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T013458Z
UID:7005-1712138400-1712145600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Tax Help for Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, April 3rd from 10:00am – 12:00pm for a webinar with Liaison Officers from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to help you understand your tax obligations and learn about: \n\nGeneral bookkeeping concepts and best practices\,\nExplain common tax errors\,\nDemonstrate how to use financial benchmarks for relevant industries\,\nProvide information on the CRA’s services.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/tax-help-for-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,Start-up,Starting a Business,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Millworks Centre for Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@themillworks.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240228T113000
DTSTAMP:20240219T221850Z
CREATED:20240206T214852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T221850Z
UID:6803-1709114400-1709119800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:What Lenders Are Looking For
DESCRIPTION:Join the St. Catharines Enterprise Centre (SCEC) for this informative session about funding your business. This webinar is presented by Volker Loetfering\, Business Loans Officer at Venture Niagara\, who will de-mystify business lending and offer tips for success in funding your business. Topics include: funding options\, the five C’s of lending\, how lenders access applications\, and more!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/what-lenders-are-looking-for/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240227T193000
DTSTAMP:20240219T221850Z
CREATED:20240128T210355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T221850Z
UID:6750-1709056800-1709062200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Sprint Testing your Facebook and Instagram Ads for under $100
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever had a potential ads manager tell you you might need to spend $1000+ dollars just to test a campaign before it’s optimized (i.e. performing well with the conversion you want\, at as low a Cost Per Result\, and high Return on Ad Spend as possible)\, well don’t believe them! They just haven’t incorporated Sprint Testing into their ads management repertoire! \nIn this 90 minute workshop\, Sarah from Niche Up Digital will take you through 3 Sprint Tests you can do for under $100 that will isolate variables and give you the most valuable information on what will actually perform with your ideal customer audience — even if you have a brand new business or Meta Ads account! \nWith this information you’ll be able to reduce the risk of a full blown Meta Ads campaign that wastes your money and time. (And you’ll have incredibly valuable market research you can use in copywriting for your social media\, blogs\, emails\, and sales pages\, too!) \nThis event will be held ONLINE through ZOOM. \nAbout The Presenter \nSarah Peel is the Founder of Niche Up Digital Marketing. For over 20 years Sarah has worked with start-ups and other big dreamers in the business and charitable sector. \nAs a copywriter\, graphic designer\, educator\, and business strategist\, Sarah has written 1 million+ words\, worked on 10 websites from scratch\, 18 social media accounts\, and of course\, ad campaigns of my own or my employers’. She knows how to learn new platforms and pivot when the algorithm changes! \nA major recurring pain point in ALL those experiences? Getting eyeballs on the content that turn to clicks\, that then turn to purchases. Increasingly\, we’ve got to pay to play — and the rules of the game are always changing.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/sprint-testing-your-facebook-and-instagram-ads-for-under-100/
CATEGORIES:Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240206T150000
DTSTAMP:20240206T214852Z
CREATED:20240110T172518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T214852Z
UID:6498-1707228000-1707231600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Choosing the Right Tech to Run Your Business
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, you’ll discover the affordable tech tools you can use to automate your customer experience – from how you acquire new customers\, sell to them\, deliver your products and services\, invoice and get paid easier! Sara from REPLY-ALL will show you how you can save time by making use of automation to take some admin off your plate!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/choosing-the-right-tech-to-run-your-business/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240131T113000
DTSTAMP:20240131T213403Z
CREATED:20240110T172514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T213403Z
UID:6492-1706695200-1706700600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:CRA CONNECT – For Self Employed Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:Join The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound for a webinar with Liaison Officers from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to help you understand your tax obligations and learn about: \n\nGeneral bookkeeping concepts and best practices\nExplain common tax errors\nBusiness tax deductions\nHelpful tools and services\n\nNote: there will be time for Q&A \nPlatform: Microsoft Teams
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/cra-connect-for-self-employed-small-business-owners/
LOCATION:MS Teams
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240130T150000
DTSTAMP:20240130T211854Z
CREATED:20240110T172459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T211854Z
UID:6486-1706623200-1706626800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Better Customer Relations – Using Tech
DESCRIPTION:If you’re using a notebook\, a spreadsheet\, and/or your brain to remember your clients and their details… this session is for you. In this session\, Sara from REPLY-ALL will help you learn about the latest tools and tips for capturing information about contacts in a way that helps you identify opportunities with ease.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/better-customer-relations-using-tech/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240129T143000
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UID:6481-1706533200-1706538600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Setting your Business up for Success: Quickbooks 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an empowering presentation on “Setting your Business up for Success: Quickbooks 101” Learn the essentials for seamless financial management tailored to your business. \nExplore key features and gain insights into: \n\nCompany Setup\nReal-Time Financial Tracking\nEfficient Product and Service Management\nClient and Supplier Relationships\nData Security and Access Control\n\nWhy Attend? \nBeyond mastering QuickBooks Online\, discover how Your Bottom Line can be your strategic financial partner. Personalized support\, exclusive training\, and continuous assistance await you. \nReady for Support? \nConnect with us post-presentation for consultations\, training\, and seamless transitions. Elevate your financial management skills and set your business on a path to success. \nReserve your spot now and let’s embark on the journey to mastering QuickBooks Online together!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/setting-your-business-up-for-success-quickbooks-101/
CATEGORIES:Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240124T110000
DTSTAMP:20240124T204912Z
CREATED:20240110T172445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T204912Z
UID:6477-1706090400-1706094000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Marketing Essentials for Small Business 101
DESCRIPTION:For any new business\, growing your customer base is your top priority. Marketing is a critical piece of being found by your target audience\, converting those prospects to customers\, and keeping customers over the long term. This webinar will give you an introduction to the tips and tools you need to get your marketing started on the right foot. By the end of the presentation\, you will have everything you need to establish your brand\, identify and reach your target audience\, get your small business found by your prospects\, and drive new sales through the groundwork of establishing your small business’s marketing presence. \nWhat you will learn: \n• Have I clearly defined my brand purpose? \n• What is a core value proposition? \n• How do I know who my customers are and how do I reach them? \n• How do I get my small business noticed on Google? \n• How do I create effective paid digital and social ads? \n• What digital presence can I establish for my brand? \n• Is my website as effective as it needs to be? \n• What social platforms should I leverage? How do I effectively engage on social media? \n• What non-digital marketing channels should I consider? \n• Where can my small business be found? \n• How do I grow loyalty from existing customers? \n• What tools and resources can I use today to help market & advertise my small business? \n  \nJoin us to learn about marketing and advertising for your small business. \nSpeaker Bio: \nThis session will be presented by Vicki Waschkowski\, founder of Hook Marketing. \nHook Marketing is a boutique agency offering customized support to small and mid-sized businesses\, across all aspects of strategic planning\, branding\, website development\, digital marketing\, social media management\, and more. \nVicki is also a marketing professor at Mohawk College\, post-grad social media professor at Seneca\, and Chartered Marketer curriculum developer & instructor for the Canadian Marketing Association. \nVicki’s experience has spanned over 20 years\, on the leadership teams of some of Canada’s biggest marketing agencies and corporate franchises. She effectively applies big-agency and corporate insights to small business setup and success.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/marketing-essentials-for-small-business-101/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,Growth,SBCO,Start-up,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240123T150000
DTSTAMP:20240123T204902Z
CREATED:20240110T172428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T204902Z
UID:6473-1706018400-1706022000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Automations & AI for Small Business Operations
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, you’ll discover the affordable tech tools you can use to automate your customer experience – from how you acquire new customers\, sell to them\, deliver your products and services\, invoice and get paid easier! Sara from REPLY-ALL will show you how you can save time by making use of automation and AI… in a way that still feels human!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/automations-ai-for-small-business-operations/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240118T143000
DTSTAMP:20240118T204900Z
CREATED:20240110T172426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T204900Z
UID:6467-1705582800-1705588200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Sales Success Blueprint: Elevating Your Revenue in 4 Weeks
DESCRIPTION:Join our intensive 4-week Sales Training Program and embark on a transformative journey toward becoming a sales champion.\n\n\nUnlock Your Sales Potential in 4 Weeks! \nAre you ready to supercharge your sales skills and boost your revenue? \nWhen you book a ticket you are automatically in all 4 LIVE WEEKLY sessions. \nJoin our intensive 4-week Sales Training Program and embark on a transformative journey toward becoming a sales champion. This workshop-style program will make sales simple and easy for any business owner. \nWhether you’re a seasoned or new entrepreneur\, this program is designed to take your sales game to the next level. \nJan 18th – Week 1: Sales Fundamentals\nIn the first week\, we lay the foundation for your success in the world of sales: \n\nGain a deep understanding of the sales process and its pivotal role in business growth.\nMaster essential sales communication skills to connect with your clients on a personal level.\nLearn how to set clear\, achievable sales goals and develop winning strategies\n\nJan 25th – Week 2: Prospecting and Lead Generation\nWeek two is all about filling your sales pipeline with high-quality leads: \n\nDiscover the secrets of effective lead generation strategies and managing a sales funnel.\nBuild valuable networks and referral systems to expand your reach and create a steady stream of prospects.\nUnderstand different outreach channels and harness their power for lead generation.\n\nFeb 1st – Week 3: Sales Techniques and Closing Deals\nIn the third week\, you’ll hone your sales skills and learn how to seal the deal: \n\nDevelop strategies to create compelling win-win value propositions\nPrepare and deliver compelling sales content and communication that leave a lasting impact on your clients.\nLearn how to handle objections with confidence and get the business.\n\nFeb 8th – Week 4: Sales Management and Growth\nThe final week is dedicated to automating your sales processes and making them scalable. \n\nGain insight into sales automation and CRM systems that will streamline your sales processes.\nLearn to measure and analyze sales performance\, enabling data-driven decision-making.\nLearn to include all your business stakeholders and customers in the selling process.\n\nTake advantage of this opportunity to grow your revenue by mastering modern selling. Secure your spot today\, and let’s embark on this exciting journey to sales excellence together! \nAbout The Presenters: \nMaggie Perotin \nProfessionally\, Maggie has been working in the facility management corporate world holding operational leadership positions for over 13 years. She has done a lot: people and team leadership\, managed operations of a 24/7/365 critical department\, a portfolio of facilities\, lead small construction projects and North American programs; business analytics\, technology upgrades & implementations. \nMaggie helps entrepreneurs take full control of their time and run their businesses strategically so that they can successfully lead a balanced life. \nThe services Stairway to Leadership provides consist of business strategy coupled with high-performance time management skills and habits; people leadership; effective business communication\, and operational excellence. \nChantel Escoffery \nChantel Escoffery is a passionate Marketing Professional with over 23 years of marketing experience and skills\, providing her the ability to see connections and correlations rather quickly. She is a strong marketer with experience and success in all aspects of marketing including strategic planning\, integrated omnichannel marketing\, loyalty\, research\, consumer analytics\, market and business trends\, event engagement planning and execution across different channels. She has worked with some well-loved brands in various industries and sectors such as gaming\, charitable gaming\, non for profit\, online legal products\, financial\, travel and retail/ service industries for both consumer and B2B markets. \nIn 2018\, Chantel founded CE Marketing Solutions Inc. in efforts to help provide entrepreneurs\, small and medium businesses uncover out of the box opportunities packed in a customer centric customized marketing solution. Her company provides marketing consulting\, training and coaching\, customize products\, promotional items and event planning support. \n\n \n\n 
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/sales-success-blueprint-elevating-your-revenue-in-4-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Growing your Business,SBCO,SBCOEvents,Starting a Business
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240118T110000
DTSTAMP:20240118T204900Z
CREATED:20240110T172425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T204900Z
UID:6464-1705572000-1705575600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:The Trauma-Informed Entrepreneur: Resourcing Yourself to Serve Your Clients
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide you with information on the role trauma (such as living through a pandemic!) can play in entrepreneurship. Learn about how trauma can manifest in your business and how you can take steps to identify and manage triggers. This presentation will help you understand how trauma may be affecting your entrepreneurial journey; how it can impact your relationship with your clients & customers; and how it can get in the way of decision-making and creativity. Most importantly\, you will learn practical tips and practices to help you increase your “window of tolerance” so that you can access your entrepreneurial brain and better serve your customers. \n  \nWhat you will learn: \n• What trauma is \n• How trauma shows up with entrepreneurs \n• How trauma impacts the brain and business thinking \n• How to help your customers/clients who might be facing trauma \n• How to meet the six key human needs \n• Somatic practices to use when you feel triggered \n  \nJoin us to learn about trauma-informed entrepreneurship and what resources are available to help you manage your trauma while building your business. \n  \nSpeaker Bio: \nJen Lawrence\, MBA\, is Managing Director of Process Design Consultants Inc. Jen draws on 30 years of experience in corporate training\, investment banking\, coaching\, and management consulting to help organizations develop critical thinking\, change management\, and talent management skills with a trauma-informed lens. She’s a Certified Career and Business Coach\, Trauma of Money Facilitator\, and a member of International Coach Federation. Her work has been featured in several international publications\, including US News & World Report\, Canadian Family Offices\, The Globe and Mail\, CTV Your Morning\, Inc.\, Thrive Global\, and HuffPost. As a member of the National Task Force for Women’s Economic Justice through the Canadian Center for Women’s Empowerment and her pro bono work with Tastakel\, Jen is passionate about advancing the rights and economic status of women. She’s a guest lecturer at the University of Toronto in the area of trauma-informed thinking\, and has authored three books\, including Engage the Fox: A Business Fable About Thinking Critically and Motivating Your Team. \n 
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/the-trauma-informed-entrepreneur-resourcing-yourself-to-serve-your-clients/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,Growing your Business,SBCO,Starting a Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240117T120000
DTSTAMP:20240117T204855Z
CREATED:20240110T172354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T204855Z
UID:6457-1705485600-1705492800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Planning for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is aimed at entrepreneurs in the early stages of small business development who are looking at various types of business models and trying to determine where to start. By the end of this presentation\, you will understand how to determine if your business idea is feasible\, create a business plan\, perform market research for your business plan\, interpret your idea into a realistic financial plan\, and take the next steps to get your business off the paper and into reality. \n  \nWhat you will learn: \n• What is a business plan? \n• How do I determine if my business idea is worth pursuing? How can I assess it? \n• Where do I start in creating a business plan? What should and shouldn’t I include? \n• How do I determine the market size\, addressable market\, and target market? \n• What is a SWOT analysis and why is it important? \n• How do I accurately reflect the financial aspects of my small business in my plan? \n• What stage am I in now and what should I do next? \n• What resources are available to help me with my business planning? \n  \nJoin us to learn all about business planning for your small business or start-up. \n  \nSpeaker Bio: \nKaren Fischer is the co-founder of RK Fischer & Associates\, a business coaching and consulting business\, operating since January 2010. Karen started the business after 20 years of success in marketing\, sales\, channel development and general management in the high-tech\, business services and manufacturing sectors. She held management or executive roles for companies\, such as Cognos\, Entrust\, Mitel\, Siemens\, and Pitney Bowes. In the last six years of her career\, before starting RK Fischer & Associates with her business partner\, Karen held start-up Executive roles that included helping with plans for financing and acquisition for the businesses she worked. Based on this experience\, Karen found the consulting industry underserved the small business market and decided there was a need to fill this hole. \n  \nKaren is a past member of the Board of Directors for the Business Advisory Centre of Durham Region and volunteered as a mentor for several of their programs. She served on Membership\, Marketing\, and Event Committees for the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade and was responsible for helping develop their Professional Development Series. Upon moving to Sarnia\, ON\, Karen served as a Board Member for two years for the Sarnia Chamber of Commerce and has taught several online business courses at Lambton\, Mohawk\, and Algonquin Colleges.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-planning-for-small-business/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Basics,SBCO,Start-up,Starting a Business
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