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Join us to get inspired and excited about starting a business in BC! You have a business idea—congratulations! Now it’s time to get it down on paper. A business plan can help you test your ideas, make decisions, minimize your risk, get funding and so much more. In SBIS Part 1, we use the document […]
Learn from our panel from Cascadia Cross-Border Law, Law Offices of Gene Moses, MNP, and PCB Global Trade Management. Whether opening a storefront with a US address or partnering with a distribution center for your eCommerce activity, our seasoned panel will help you determine your export strategy and understand your responsibilities with local and federal […]
Are you looking to boost growth, innovation, and inclusivity in your business? Look no further! Join us online on Thursday, August 17, 2023, from 11 to 12 p.m. PT, as a panel of experts curated by our colleagues at Export Development Canada (EDC) will discuss the transformative power of supplier diversity and its impact on […]
What decision can you make TODAY that could forever change the trajection of your business TOMORROW? The answer is… increase your Relationship Marketing Opportunities by attending this Business Connector Event. You could be 1 connection away from the next success in your business! Whether it’s meeting your next client, connecting with a referral, or receiving […]
Tips for Tackling Stress and Uncertainty in the Workplace : Join us for this insightful webinar and gain an understanding of how you can tackle stress and uncertainty in the workplace. You’ll discover the warning signs to look out for in your team, along with constructive ways you can intervene in instances of stress, burnout, […]
In this session, we will learn how to: • navigate crucial conversations and lead with warmth • understand key strategies to help build, establish and maintain meaningful and quality relationships • emerge with a better understanding of empathy when connecting with others • communicate effectively with intention This session includes concludes with a 10-minute Q-and-A […]
Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to test out your idea, or an established business looking for new opportunities, the Business Model Canvas is a brainstorming tool that provides a new way to look at your business. On August 23, we’re hosting Jessica Wicks from Accelerate Okanagan in our virtual WeCafé for an interactive session […]
Behind every successful food or beverage business is an understanding of how the current financial environment is impacting their bottom line. From rising interest rates and inflation to the cost of raw materials and inputs, there are many factors to navigate. Explore how the cost of borrowing shapes business decisions and how partnering with your […]
Join us to get inspired and excited about starting a business in BC! How do I name and register my business? Where can I get funding? What kind of licenses do I need? In SBIS Part 2, we uncover how to make your business official. You will learn about: The pros and cons of different […]
This is the final session in a 4-part series Bidding Best Practices: Strong Strategies for Small Business. Join WeBC and Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) for an interactive panel discussion to learn about supplying goods and services to Government. Hear from real business owners who will share their own experiences with the procurement process and how […]
Nominations are open for the Greater Vernon Chamber's 39th Annual Business Excellence Awards presented by Kal Tire, and it's an opportunity for the community to recognize the entrepreneurs, risk-takers and civic boosters who make Greater Vernon a tremendous place to live, work and invest in. By submitting a nomination, you are highlighting the outstanding […]
