Words from the Business Development Program (BDP)
Geri Byrne, Business Coach

“Everybody can benefit from mentorship and education” 

Preparing and managing the change in the economic market place is the present concern of many clients who visit the Business Development office. Businesses are facing unusual industry related struggles as the economic climate has altered the status quo of their business.

Business/Companies can no longer be complacent. Now is the time to be exceptionally customer focussed and fiscally responsible in the day to day business operations. Cash flow projections and marketing strategies must be considered and incorporated into the daily planning of the business.

It is not always easy to overcome the many challenges that face a small business owner; however it is always nice to get a fresh point of view and perhaps some practical business advice.

“One year later with the Canadian Youth Business Foundation”

The Business Development Program is the Community Partner for Canadian Youth Business Foundation in the Shuswap area. The CYBF which provides start up financing, mentoring and business resources for young entrepreneurs aged 18 – 34.

As a community partner for the CYBF, the BDP is privileged to be working with numerous, brilliant young entrepreneurs that are successfully operating their business ventures. They are fun and dynamic and are among tomorrow’s business leaders.

The BDP and the CYBF are able to collaborate with other community service providers and   lending institutions thus offering multilevel community business support and guidance for our young entrepreneurs!

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