Growing your business is the net result of the time and effort you put into it, but many small business owners face difficulties during the business expansion stage.
How do you generate new sales? Do you hire or contract out? How do you find the physical space? Who can help with the business expansion process?
The KEDCO Entrepreneurship Centre is here to help you make those key decisions and access important resources. From tips on successful business growth, to providing liaison with potential investors, the Entrepreneurship Centre can provide you with help and the contacts you need.
Growing Up! Mastering Your Business
In today´s fast-paced business environment, business owners face challenges that confront simple solutions. Solving problems and capitalizing on opportunities require innovative business thinking and an understanding of the intricate relationships that exist across functions. Successful owners must be able to think strategically and responsibly, manage innovation and change, and foster a highly efficient and effective environment.
Register: Call 613-544-2725 ext 222 or visit register.kingstoncanada.com
Bridges to Better Business 2008
February 29, 2008
Cost: $45 + GST, $75 + GST for trade show booth and participation
Register: Call 613-544-2725 ext. 248 or visit: register.kingstoncanada.com (Feb. 25 registration closing date)
Donald Gordon Centre, 421 Union St.
A unique one-day learning and networking event filled with ideas to help entrepreneurs succeed. Key-note speaker is Dean Bellefleur, owner of D-idea, a consulting practice firm focused on idea generation and project management for Canadian and International firms. For full details, please download the 2008 Winter Spring Programming Guide or pick up a copy at the KEDCO Entrepreneurship Centre.
Roundtable Discussion Groups
The Artists in Business Roundtable Discussion Group meets monthly for lively roundtable discussions on how to become more profitable. The sessions are on the first Tuesday of every month from 11am -12pm. Registration is required - entrepreneurship@kingstoncanada.com.
The Retail Roundtable Discussion Group meets monthly to discuss business issues pertinent to their sector. The session are on the second Wednesday of every month from 11am - 12pm. Registration is required - entrepreneurship@kingstoncanada.com.
Your Business! Series 2008
The Your Business! series is designed to help existing entrepreneurs in specific sectors. These workshops feature experts talking about the big issues for particular industries and provide valuable resources and networking opportunities.
For more information, visit register.kingstoncanada.com or call 613-544-2725 ext 222.
Your Business! for the Retail Sector - January 23, 2008
Your Business! for the Tourism Sector - February 22, 2008
Your Business! for the Agriculture Sector - March 26, 2008
Your Business! for the Alternative/Renewable Energy Sector - April 17, 2008
Your Business! for the Export Sector: First Steps in Exporting - May 27, 2008 (new date, no longer on May 20, 2008)
Your Business! for the Non-Profit Sector - June 2008
The KEDCO Entrepreneurship Centre publishes informative How to START and GROW YOUR BUSINESS in Kingston resources. Click here to download the Business Basics: Hiring and Employer Information booklet.
For more information on programs to help you grow and expand your business, please contact a Front-Line Business Consultant at the KEDCO Entrepreneurship Centre by calling (613) 544-2725 ext. 222 or email entrepreneurship@kingstoncanada.com .
