Step Up Your Business

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Samantha King, owner of Fempire. Fempire aims to support females who want to BUILD their empire and grow. Stay tuned as Samantha discusses: scaling your business with online courses, how to attain the right audience through authority, and an exciting event opportunity! For more information about the "authority island" event and Fempire, please scroll down below. Client Information: FEMPIRE BUILDERS Website: https://fempirebuilders.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fempirebuilders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fempire_builders Twitter: https://twitter.com/FempireBuilders Friend Zone to Authority Island Summit - August 17-19, 2021: https://authorityisland.idevaffiliate.com/134.html Youtube on using PowerPoint to record your online course: https://youtu.be/jZ6mUjK_zD8 Free Guide - Using online courses to increase your income and reach your revenue goals by working smarter, not harder": https://fempirebuilders.com/pages/freeguide In Fempire's Course Makers, you will learn: - How to get clear on your ideal client, their journey and how you fit in - What you can teach (and it's not everything you have to offer) in a course setting⁠ - How you will deliver the course - both from the tech side and the educational best practices side⁠ - What your launch PLUS long-term sales and marketing plans are going to be for your new course⁠ - How to move your graduates to the next offering you have for them so they continue to work their way up your value ladder http://shop.fempirebuilders.com?aff=3 Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In the following episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Nicole Gibson, the Executive Director of the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade (APBOT). Nicole talks about the importance of businesses coming together and supporting each other at this time, along with some of her own experiences that have lead her to broaden her perspective. For more information about Nicole and APBOT, please scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Information: AJAX-PICKERING BOARD OF TRADE Phone: (905) 686-0883 Email: admin@apboardoftrade.com Website: http://www.apboardoftrade.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://apboardoftrade.com/ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://apboardoftrade.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apboardoftrade/?hl=en Twitter: http://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Home&url=https://apboardoftrade.com/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Sheila Hall, the Executive Director at the Clarington Board of Trade (CBOT). Sheila talks about how successful the CBOT has been in helping businesses achieve their goals. Furthermore, she expands on the benefits of joining a board of trade and how Clarington/Durham Region has grown economically as a result of the CBOT! For more information about Sheila and the Clarington Board of Trade, please scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Information: CLARINGTON BOARD OF TRADE Website: https://www.cbot.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/claringtonboardoftrade LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/claringtonbot Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claringtonbot/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBOTinfo Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Marlene Marco, the founder of Heart of Networking Events. Marlene talks about how she has contributed to the success of several entrepreneurs in the community as a result of her networking services. Her ability to inspire and grow networks has lead her to earn the title of "Queen of Networking". Along with this organization, Marlene has also been able to take on a fashion business called Cabi! For more information about Marlene and her organization, Heart of Networking Events, please scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Information: HEART OF NETWORKING EVENTS Website (Heart of Networking): https://www.heartofnetworkingevents.com/ Website (Cabi): http://www.marlenemarco.cabionline.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heartofnetworkingevents/ LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/marlenemarco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartofnetworking/?hl=en Alignable: https://www.alignable.com/pickering-on/heart-of-networking-events Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham speaks to Angelique Benois, owner of Nurturing Our Wellbeing. Angelique discusses how she has helped individuals and workforces deal with selfcare/mental health during the pandemic. She also discusses her experience with the BACD's Starter Company Plus program and how it has helped her to gain new skills and overcome challenges. Lastly, Angelique gives an insight into her marketing and networking strategy! For more information about Angelique and her business, Nurturing Our Wellbeing, please scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Information: NURTURING YOUR WELLBEING Email: info@nurturingourwellbeing.com Website: https://www.nurturingourwellbeing.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nurturingourwellbeing/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelique-benois-she-her-26194b120/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurturingourwellbeing/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpry0aGxOhxRXrp-kmuYJrw Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks about different techniques and tools you can use to make your business more successful and productive. Make sure to check out BACD today and subscribe for weekly episodes! BACD: www.bacd.ca Check out our blog for this episode: https://bacd.ca/goal-setting-business-planning-for-2021/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Orzala Quddusi, owner of Make it Happen Services. Orzala talks about common mistakes that business owners make when starting up social media platforms. She also gives advice on how to improve your social media on certain platforms. Lastly, Orzala discusses her own personal challenges as a business startup and how she over came them! For more information about Orzala and her business, Make it Happen Services, please scroll down below. Client Information: MAKE IT HAPPEN SERVICES Email: orzala@mihservices.ca Website: https://makeit-happen.online/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MakeItHappenServices LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orzalaquddusi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/@makeithappenser Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makeithappenservices/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/orzalaquddusi/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Zoe Tsoraklidis, owner of TUCU (Tech U Can Use). Zoe talks about common cybersecurity mistakes businesses make, and how they can solve those issues. She also gives some insight into upcoming tech trends and some of her own marketing techniques! For more information about Zoe and her business, TUCU, please scroll down below. Client Information: TUCU (Tech U can Use) TUCU Blog: tucu.ca/blog Phone: (416)-292-3300 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TUCUtech Twitter: https://twitter.com/tucutech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tucu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TucuCa/videos Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks about the ways to increase your business's efficiency and lead it to expand in 7 different ways, which involve the growth of: Volume, Product, Quality, Network, Market, Income, Finances BACD: www.bacd.ca Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) References: Keap. com - The Small Business Guide to Growth: 16 Tips on How to Expand a Small Business https://keap.com/business-success-blog/growth/planning-strategy/small-business-guide-to-growth Revuze.it - What is Product Innovation and why is it so important for brands? https://www.revuze.it/blog/what-is-product-innovation/ Sisense.com - Production Volume https://www.sisense.com/kpi-library/manufacturing-kpis/production-volume/#:~:text=Production%20volume%20measures%20the%20total,and%20focuses%20on%20total%20output. InvestingAnswers.com - Capital injection https://investinganswers.com/dictionary/c/capital-injection The Balance Small Business - How to Make your Small business into A Big Business https://www.thebalancesmb.com/top-ways-of-growing-your-business-2948140 Airfocus - Research & Development https://airfocus.com/glossary/what-is-research-and-development/

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Ana Fernandes, Managing Director and Founder of Abrisuite. Ana and Teresa discuss the importance of technology in business, especially during the pandemic, as well as the importance of software integration. Ana also discusses cybersecurity and things to consider when looking at different security solutions. All in all, Abrisuite provides very reasonable prices for a range of businesses! For more information about Ana and Abrisuite, please scroll down below. Client Information: ABRISUITE Email: sales@abrisuite.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbrisuiteCanada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abrisuite/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abrisuite LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abrisuite Phone (Whitby): 289-278-1510 Phone (Toronto): 416-628-0253 Phone (Elsewhere in Southern Ontario - Toll Free): 1-877-232-3923 Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Garcia Hanson, the CEO of CADJ Pro Payroll Solutions. Garcia talks about the types of services her business offers, human resources/employees, and the costs a business must consider and be aware of. She also talks about networking and how she got her business to start off on the right foot! For more information about Garcia's business, CADJ Pro, please scroll down. Client Info: CADJ PRO SOLUTIONS Email: info@cadjpro.com Phone: 647-762-2235 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cadjpro.payroll LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cadjpropayroll/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CadjproPayroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cadjpropayroll/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Patrice Esper from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Tijana Bogdanovic, the owner of Twenty1 Desserts. Tijana talks about how her business came to be and her unique niche of being a bakery which provides vegan, gluten-free, egg-free, dairy-free, and yeast-free products! She also brings up how her bakery has changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and how she is coping with the situation. For more information on Tijana and her business, Twenty1 Desserts, please scroll down below. BACD: www.bacd.ca Client Info: TWENTY1 DESSERTS Phone: 905-442-3532 Email: info@twenty1.ca Website: https://twenty1.ca/en/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twenty1foryou/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twenty1desserts/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham speaks with Lori Ellis, the CEO of EmSpace Marketing. Lori talks about the importance of a business's logo and how it is essential to branding. Lori also mentions her 35+ years of experience in this field and how she has adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information about Lori and her business, EmSpace Marketing, please scroll down below. BACD: www.bacd.ca Client Info: EMSPACE MAREKTING Website: https://emspacemarketing.com/ Phone: 416-844-6996 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emspacemarketing Email: info@emspacemarketing.com Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/emspaceinc Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Patrice Esper from the Business Advisory Centre Durham speaks to Mike Shoreman. Mike is a motivational speaker and author. He is a former paddle boarding coach with Paddle Canada and speaks on leadership, being an entrepreneur and community building. He is a mental health advocate and is an ambassador for several non profit organizations. He is the winner of Canada's Largest Inspirational Speaking Competition: Speaker Slam and is this years winner of the 2020 International Stand Up Paddleboarding Man of the Year Award. He is the author of the newly released Crash and Rise: Diaries of the Unbalanced Paddleboarder now available at Indigo, Chapters, Coles, Barnes and Noble and Amazon. For more information about Mike Shoreman, please scroll down below. BACD: www.bacd.ca Client Info: MIKE SHOREMAN Website: http://mikeshoreman.com/ Email: info@mikeshoreman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theunbalancedpaddleboarder/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theunbalancedpaddleboarder Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Patrice Esper from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Hannah Youssef, the owner of Act1 Interiors and a participant in BACD's Starter Company Plus Program. Hannah talks about how she had to handle and adapt her business to thrive during COVID-19 and tips and tricks to stay on top of your business! For more information about Hannah's business, Act1 Interiors, please scroll down below. BACD: www.bacd.ca Client Info: ACT1 INTERIORS Phone: 905-243-7923 Email: hannah@act1interiors.ca Website: https://act1interiors.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/251469472093535 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/act1interiors Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Stephanie Herrera, an Insurance Broker at McCam Insurance. Stephanie talks about her career as an actress and how she has created the first improv company in the Durham region in 2006, which then became a non-profit. Stephanie also mentions the types of insurance there is an why businesses should take safety measures by insuring themselves! BACD: www.bacd.ca Client Info: STEPHANIE HERRERA - CONTACT Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ComedianStephanieHerrera LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-herrera-b5444016/ MCCAM INSURANCE BROKERS LTD. Website: https://www.mccaminsurance.com/ Phone: 905-579-0111 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/McCamInsurance/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mccam-insurance-brokers-limited/ Email: inquiry@mccaminsurance.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccamhamilton YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/McCAMInsurance1913 Twitter: https://twitter.com/mccaminsurance/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Patrice Esper from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Karen McIntosh, the owner of Love you, Be you (LUBU). Karen talks about how her business practices have changed since the pandemic and how she has educated herself to better her business. She also talks about networking and gives some tips and tricks! For more information about Karen and her business, LUBU, please scroll down below: BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: LUBU - LOVE YOU, BE YOU Phone: 905-626-2274 Email: info@lubumakeup.com Website: https://lubumakeup.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lububridalmakeup/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Laura Beauparlant from Lab Creative talks through five major mistakes in business branding. Laura will also talk through the important little and big things that helps to bring out business's identity and attract the right customers! For more information about Laura and her services, please scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: LAB CREATIVE Website: https://www.labcreative.ca/ Phone: 647-361-4293 Email: support@labcreative.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/labcreativeinc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labcreativeinc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-beauparlant-4304381/ Music: Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver talks to Ashley Bain, the Business Development Manager at the Oshawa Chamber of Commerce. Ashley talks about the great events and opportunists the Oshawa Chamber of Commerce provides for aspiring businesses and how their events have continued though the pandemic. The Oshawa Chamber of Commerce provides excellent networking opportunities that also help businesses to stay connected during this time. For more information about Ashley and the Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: OSHAWA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Phone: 905-728-1683 Email (Ashley): businessdev@oshawachamber.com Email (OCC): info@oshawachamber.com Website: https://oshawachamber.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oshawachamber/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oshawachamber/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Patrice Esper from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Coach Cathy Barry. Coach Cathy has been a client with the Business Advisory Centre Durham (BACD) and a participant of the Starter Company Plus Program. Eclipse Track & Field Club is a more multifaceted sports performance business dedicated to help athletes of any age share in the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of Track and Field, Running, Athletic Conditioning and Fitness, Team and Speed Development Training. Today, Coach Cathy talks about how her business has been impacted by COVID-19 and what she has done to adapt to the situation. For more information about Cathy and her business, Eclipse Track & Field Club, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: ECLIPSE TRACK AND FIELD CLUB Phone: 905-809-4888 Email: info@eclipsetrackandfieldclub.ca Website: https://www.eclipsetrackandfieldclub.ca/ YouTube: https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC7A3YtCjytrxxOLY_8oNUdw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eclipsetrackandfieldclub/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/eclipsetrackandfieldclub/_created/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Patrice Esper from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Catherine Davis, owner of Organized by Catherine. Catherine transforms messy spaces from" uggh" to "ahhh-mazing"! Homeowners benefit from her home office declutters, paperwork organizing, storage solutions, and help moving. Catherine talks about how she has tried to improve her business during the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information about Catherine and her business, Organized by Catherine, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: ORGANIZED BY CATHERINE Phone: 905-621-1490 Email: info@organizedbycatherine.ca Website: https://organizedbycatherine.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/organizedbycatherine YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrTvnOnzGO9HsF_B7tOvRaQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organizedbycatherine/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinedavis2/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Patrice Esper from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Cari Brunton, owner of Red Bucket Events. Cari has been a client with the Business Advisory Centre Durham (BACD) and a participant of the Starter Company Plus Program. Cari uses her experience in event planning and marketing to strategically plan business events that act as an extension of a company's branding. Red Bucket Events teaches companies how to achieve their goals using live or virtual events. Cari tackles problems like employee retention and engagement, client attraction, public image and more with customized event planning. She helps her clients forget the stress and enjoy the events they want to host. Cari talks about her adventures in business and her tips and tricks on networking. For more information about Cari and her company, Red Bucket Events, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: RED BUCKET EVENTS Phone: (416) 460-0658 Email: cari@redbucketevents.com Website: http://www.redbucketevents.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redbucketevents/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redbucketevents/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/19103626/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre talks to Digital Main Street Squad member, Amin Rahim. With diverse experience in branding, communications, digital and traditional marketing, Amin has worked in dynamic and nimble businesses including real estate, telecommunications, software and packaged goods. Currently as Marketing & Digital Advisor, he helps entrepreneurs and small businesses adapt to the ‘new normal’ by adopting technology to explore new sales channels, keep their brands relevant and their customers engaged. For more information about Digital Main Street and BACD, scroll down below: BACD Website: https://bacd.ca/ BACD DMS Website: https://bacd.ca/digital-main-street/ Phone: 905-668-4949 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bacd.sbec/ Email: clientservices@bacd.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bacd.sbec Twitter: https://twitter.com/BACD_SBEC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-advisory-centre-durham Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Patrice Esper from the Business Advisory Centre Durham (BACD) talks to Teresa Shaver, who is the Executive Director at the BACD. Teresa joined The Business Advisory Centre Inc in 2012; a non profit organization supporting businesses to achieve business success through offering advisory services, workshops and resources to entrepreneurs and business owners. BACD works with over 5000 entrepreneurs a year. Teresa is responsible for implementing the strategic plan, managing operations, over 120 events and a team of 5. All in all, Teresa talks about her entrepreneurial spirit and her background and journey in business in this episode. For more information about BACD, scroll down below. BACD Website: https://bacd.ca/ Phone: 905-668-4949 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bacd.sbec/ Email: clientservices@bacd.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bacd.sbec Twitter: https://twitter.com/BACD_SBEC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-advisory-centre-durham Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Patrice Esper from the Business Advisory Centre talks to Rhea Howley, the Owner/Director of Creative Connexions Performing Arts Centre. Creative Connexions Performing Arts Centre aims to bring an innovative and impactful experience of high-quality dance training at both the recreational and competitive level. Our extensive dance programs include jazz, tap, ballet, acro, lyrical, musical theatre and hip-hop classes that promote coordination, creativity, self-confidence, self-discipline creating a healthy mind and body. Rhea talks about how she has pivoted her business to adapt to the COVID-19 situation. For more information about Rhea and her company, Creative Connexions, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: CREATIVE CONNEXIONS PERFORMING ARTS Phone: 647-904-7432 Email: info@creativeconnexions.ca Website: https://www.creativeconnexions.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CreativeConnexionsPAC/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativeconnexionspac/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/creative-connexions-performing-arts-centre/about/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Jennifer Gallienne & John A. Cook, who are the owners of Koolway Sports. In 2008, Jennifer dedicated to the world of Disabilities in Durham Region, and John, an international marketer with extensive experience in the US, joined forces and by 2009, Koolway Sports was born. The pair provide a line of outerwear that is warm, accessible, fashionable and comfortable, and that is tailored to the needs of users of wheelchairs. Jennifer and John specifically talk about their pivot and success during the pandemic. For more information about Koolway Sports, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: KOOLWAY SPORTS Phone: 905-493-3188 Email: info@koolwaysports.com Website: http://koolwaysports.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Koolwaysports YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE5JEgwecus29UA1NbD7hOg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koolwaysports/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Koolwaysports Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre talks to Digital Main Street Squad member, Jamie Nowe. He is an experienced Analytics Specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the marketing and advertising industry. Jamie is also skilled in Electronics Technology, Web Analytics, Consulting, Google Analytics, and Analytics. He has a strong information technology professional with a Diploma focused in Electronics Engineering Technology from Nova Scotia Community College. For more information about Digital Main Street and BACD, scroll down below: BACD Website: https://bacd.ca/ BACD DMS Website: https://bacd.ca/digital-main-street/ Phone: 905-668-4949 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bacd.sbec/ Email: clientservices@bacd.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bacd.sbec Twitter: https://twitter.com/BACD_SBEC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-advisory-centre-durham Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Patrice Esper. Patrice became part of the BACD Team in 2014. She is an experienced professional with a strong and diverse background in management and entrepreneurship having opened and operated businesses ranging from retail to real estate services in three countries. A Penn Foster honours graduate of an Associate of Science degree with a major in Hospitality management, Patrice coordinates the Starter Company Program and helps provide client services support. Patrice is an active member of the Ajax-Pickering Toastmasters Club and enjoys representing the Durham Region as a place to work and play, wherever possible. For more information about BACD, scroll down below. BACD Website: https://bacd.ca/ Phone: 905-668-4949 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bacd.sbec/ Email: clientservices@bacd.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bacd.sbec Twitter: https://twitter.com/BACD_SBEC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-advisory-centre-durham Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to team member Lindy Schultz. Lindy joined the BACD team as the part-time bookkeeper in October 2016. She is an experienced professional with a background in Bookkeeping, Payroll and Office Administration having worked in South Africa until moving to Canada in 2015. Lindy has a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Business Economics. For more information about BACD, scroll down below. BACD Website: https://bacd.ca/ Phone: 905-668-4949 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bacd.sbec/ Email: clientservices@bacd.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bacd.sbec Twitter: https://twitter.com/BACD_SBEC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-advisory-centre-durham Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to team member Andrea Rowland. Andrea Rowland has over 20 years of experience in marketing, branding and communications having graduated with a B.A. Honors Degree in Graphic Design. She has worked for many industries including West End theatre; telecommunications; industrial oil and paint; plus, the pharmaceutical and medical sector. Originally from the UK, in 1996 she headed overseas to work and travel in Australia and New Zealand. In 2000, she permanently moved to Australia and her entrepreneurial spirit truly expressed itself in 2006 when she started a craft brewery with her Canadian husband, Kevin in northern New South Wales, Australia. The experience of starting a manufacturing business has given her hands-on knowledge of the challenges of starting and growing a business which she now shares with clients at BACD. For more information about BACD, scroll down below. BACD Website: https://bacd.ca/ Phone: 905-668-4949 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bacd.sbec/ Email: clientservices@bacd.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bacd.sbec Twitter: https://twitter.com/BACD_SBEC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-advisory-centre-durham Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to team member Ashley McBride. Ashley joined BACD in January 2016 as the Program Administrator for the Summer Company and Starter Company program. Ashley has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a post-graduate certificate in Human Resources Management and a professional development certificate in Digital Marketing. Ashley keeps busy with reviewing and evaluating business plans, cashflow forecasts and ensuring all guidelines are being met! Her thoroughness and attention to detail helps make sure that nothing slips through the cracks. For more information about BACD, scroll down below. BACD Website: https://bacd.ca/ Phone: 905-668-4949 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bacd.sbec/ Email: clientservices@bacd.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bacd.sbec Twitter: https://twitter.com/BACD_SBEC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-advisory-centre-durham Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Kaz Merfield, the owner and founder of Ki Health and Wellness. Her mission is to provide personalized, high-quality care on an as-needed or preventative basis in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. By providing her clients with detailed information about their health and wellness concerns, Kaz is able to work with them to attain their physical goal through the magic of massage therapy. In this interview, Kaz will talk about how her service has helped people through the pandemic and strategies to be physically and mentally healthy during these times. For more information about Kaz and her company, Ki Health and Wellness, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: KI HEALTH AND WELLNESS Phone: 905-725-1741 Email: kihealthandwellness@gmail.com Website: https://www.kihealthandwellness.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KiHealthAndWellness/?ref=br_rs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kihealthandwellnesswhitby/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Jen Tindall, the owner of Art Your Service. Art Your Service creates and delivers meaningful activities and events for seniors. Their best-selling program in-a-box, Cultivating Gratitude, has been sold to hundreds of retirement and long term care homes across North America. To help combat the isolation many seniors were feeling during the pandemic, she launched her new service: Virtual Classes and Socials for Seniors which offers two live and interactive activities a day (one fitness, one creative) five days a week using experts in the fitness and creative aging field. Seniors haven’t “lived” interesting lives but are still living them. Art Your Service makes sure all their events are people-centred and age-appropriate so that every senior can continue to live their best lives. In this interview, Jen will talk about how her service has created unique opportunities for her and how her business has adapted to the pandemic. For more information about Jen and her company, Art Your Service, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: ART YOUR SERVICE Phone: 416-500-3435 Email: jen@artyourservice.org Website: https://artyourservice.org/ Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/artyourservice.org/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/art_your_service?igshid=17325tfk8mya9 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-tindall-72199b11/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/artyourservice Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Sunny Wishart, the president and founder of À La Carte Financial. Her background spans time working with clients from all walks of life and financial circumstances from the family struggling with their monthly cash flow to the high net worth household whose focus has turned to estate and tax planning. As an advice-only financial planner she provides unbiased, objective financial action plans customized to each individual client's needs. In this interview, Sunny talks about how her business is thriving during the pandemic and her passion for helping others with their finances. For more information about Sunny and her company, À La Carte Financial, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: À LA CARTE FINANCIAL Phone: 647-383-9490 Email: sunny@alacartefinancial.ca Website: https://www.alacartefinancial.ca/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AlaCarteFinancial Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlaCarteFinance LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/sunnygalbraith/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this video, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks about BACD's mission for helping other businesses. Teresa also talks about BACD's new Digital Main Street Program and what is being offered. For more information about BACD and the Digital Main Street Program, scroll down below. BACD Website: https://bacd.ca/ Phone: 905-668-4949 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bacd.sbec/ Email: clientservices@bacd.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bacd.sbec Twitter: https://twitter.com/BACD_SBEC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-advisory-centre-durham Music: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Funkorama" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Music from https://filmmusic.io "Rainbows" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks about how local businesses in the Durham Region have changed their structure during the pandemic. Teresa also talks about ideas to help pivot your existing business or create a new business. For more information about the Business Advisory Centre Durham, scroll down below. CONTACT INFORMATION - BACD Website: https://bacd.ca/ BACD Covid-19 Business Resources: https://bacd.ca/ideas-resources-and-tools-for-pivoting-your-business/ Phone: 905-668-4949 Email: clientservices@bacd.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bacd.sbec Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bacd.sbec/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BACD_SBEC YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/bacddurham/playlists?sort=dd&shelf_id=0&view=1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-advisory-centre-durham Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Chris Innis, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Pathwise Credit Union. In this interview, Chris talks about his mission to support businesses, building a strong community, and giving advice to help businesses. For more information about Chris and his company, Pathwise Credit Union, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: PATHWISE CREDIT UNION Phone: 905-728-5187 Email: information@pathwise.ca Website: https://www.pathwise.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pathwisecreditunion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pathwisecreditunion/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/awccu-financial/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Patrice Esper from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Elson Yeung, the owner of Elamy Consulting. In this interview, Elson talks about his experience with the BACD and how he is adapting to the COVID-19 situation. For more information about Elson and his company, Elamy Consulting, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: ELAMY CONSULTING Website: https://elamydesign.com/pages/elamy-design-consulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elamydesign Instagram: https://instagram.com/elamy_design Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Shannon O'Connor, a former IBM Executive and a Professor at Durham College. In this interview, Shannon talks about her experience working in the finance and technology field, the importance of business and customer relations, and more. For more information about Shannon O'Connor, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Board Member Info: SHANNON O'CONNOR BACD Board Member IT Professor at Durham College Former IBM Executive Worked with many businesses Many years of Experience Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Mohamed Bachani, the owner of Unique Accounting Services and a BACD board member. In this interview, Mohamed talks about why he decided to open up an accounting business, how BACD has helped him, and how his business is doing during the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information about Mohamed and his company, Unique Accounting Services, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: UNIQUE ACCOUNTING SERVICES Website: http://www.uniqueaccountingservices.ca/ Email: mohamed@uniqueaccountingservices.ca Phone: 905-903-7669 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uniqueaccounting/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/unique_accoun LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unique-accounting-services Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Patrice Esper from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Heather Frempong, the owner of COMHEALTH. In this interview, Heather talks about why she decided to bring COMHEALTH into action and how she plans to use her business to help others during the pandemic. For more information about Heather and her company, COMHEALTH, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: COMHEALTH Website: https://comhealth.ca/ Email: hello@comhealth.ca Phone: 905-556-2405 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ComHealth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comhealthinc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/comhealth/about/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ComHealth_ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Francesca Schettini, the owner of By Francesca, xo Weddings & Events and a BACD board member. In this interview, Francesca talks about her wedding/floral company and how it has been doing during the pandemic. She also talks about self care and how she has been keeping a positive mindset during this time. For more information about Francesca and her company, By Francesca, xo Weddings & Events, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: BY FRANCESCA, XO WEDDINGS & EVENTS Website: https://byfrancescaxoweddings.com/ Phone: (647) 204-6793 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byfrancescaxoweddings/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/byfrancescaxoweddings/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byfrancescaxoweddings Twitter: https://twitter.com/byFrancescaxo LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/francescaschettini Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Patrice Esper from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Justin Anderson, the owner of Jus Convenience Jerk Shop. In this interview, Justin talks about buying a business, purchasing new items to grow his business, and how he his business is doing during the COVID 19 Pandemic. For more information about Justin and his company, Jus Convenience Jerk Shop, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: JUS CONVENIENCE JERK STOP Website: https://www.jusconvenience.com/ Phone: 905-240-8785 Yelp: https://www.yelp.ca/biz/jus-convenience-jerk-stop-whitby Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jusjerkstop/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jusconveniencejerk/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Isaac Musial, a Wealth Advisor and a BACD board member. In this interview, Isaac talks about why he became a board member, how BACD has helped him, and how he joined his family business. For more information about Isaac and his company, Compass Wealth Partners, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: Email: info@compasswealthpartners.ca Phone: 905-430-8099 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/compasswealthpartners/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/compass_wealth Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Uchechi Ezurike, who is a Business Strategist, Author, Speaker, and BACD board member. In this interview, Uchechi talks about her entrepreneurial journey and dealing with current events in the world! For more information about Uchechi and her company, My Empowered Living, scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: MY EMPOWERED LIVING Email: info@myempoweredliving.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyEmpoweredLiving Twitter: https://twitter.com/MyEmpoweredLiv Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Angela Baltkois, Owner of Big Rig Wraps. In this interview, Angela explains what she has done to pivot her business amid this global pandemic! For more information about Big Rig Wraps, please scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: BIG RIG WRAPS Website: https://bigrigwraps.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bigrigwraps Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BigRigWraps/ Phone: 1-855-972-7463 Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks about networking, its importance, and how it can positively impact your business. BACD: www.bacd.ca Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Trisha Bowers, Owner of Eat My Shortbread. In this interview, Trisha explains what she has done with her business to adapt to the current Covid-19 pandemic! For more information about Trisha and her services, please scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: EAT MY SHORTBREAD Website: https://eatmyshortbread.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatmyshortbreadcompany Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatmyshortbreadcompany/ Phone: 905 579-BAKE Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks about the importance of conducting market research, how you can conduct the research, and finally a few tips and tricks every business needs to know about. BACD: www.bacd.ca Client Info: MICHAEL DURHAM LANDSCAPING Email: Michaeldurhamlandscaping@outlook.com Phone: 289 928 8206 Website: www.michaeldurhamlandscaping.com Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) References: How to Conduct Market Research: https://managementhelp.org/marketing/market-research.htm#role Market research for small business: https://www.xero.com/ca/resources/small-business-guides/business-management/market-research-small-business/

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Andrew Neary,President of Drinks & Dragons. In this interview, Cheryl talks about how he has pivoted with his business to adapt to the current Covid-19 pandemic! For more information about Drinks & Dragons, please scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: DRINKS & DRAGONS Website: https://www.drinksanddragons.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrinksandDragons/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinksanddragonscafe/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Angela Kafadar, founder of VideoPowerUp. In this episode, Angela talks about the most important aspects you must keep in mind when filming videos for your business. From camera angles to equipment, get started on making your video more professional today! For more information about Melissa and her services, please scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Info: VIDEO POWER UP Website: https://videopowerup.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VideoPowerUp/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VideoPowerUp/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)