Join us on September 28th for Build. Grow. Thrive.

Small Business BC, alongside our partners at Envision Financial, is excited to announce the long-awaited return of our popular Build. Grow. Thrive. virtual event series. This FREE day of education is designed to equip attendees with the skills and resources they need to thrive in today’s rapidly changing BC economy.

You’re invited to join us remotely on Tuesday, September 28th for a day of education that gathers our community to learn, network and share their tips for thriving in changing economic conditions. With small businesses accounting for 98 per cent of all business in our province, we keenly understand the challenges entrepreneurs currently face. That’s why each session has been designed to deliver practical advice tailored toward navigating our “new normal.”

Build. Grow. Thrive. Agenda

9:00AM: Virtual Event Doors Open

9:30AM-10:00AM: General Networking

10:00AM – 10:15AM: Welcome and Introductory Remarks (Main Stage)

10:15AM-10:55AM: Trends and Changes for Digital Transformation (Main Stage) – Presented by Digital Main Street

11:00AM – 11:15AM: Breakout Room – with Digital Main Street

11:15AM – 11:55AM: Resiliency in the Face of Change (Main Stage) – Presented by Envision Financial

12:00PM – 12:15PM: Breakout Room – with Envision Financial

12:15PM – 1:30PM: Panel Discussion: Navigating Entrepreneurship - Real Life Stories of Resiliency (Main Stage)
Entrepreneurs Include:

Nicole McLaren, Founder & CEO, Raven Reads
Sam Morris, Operations Director & Founder, FarOut Wilderness
Brian Smith, CEO, Persephone Brewing Company
Ryan Popoff, Founder, Popov Leather

Moderated by Karley Cunningham, Big Bold Brand

1:45PM – 2:25PM: Market Research: Finding the Trends During COVID-19 (Main Stage) – Presented by Small Business BC

2:30PM – 2:45PM: Breakout Room – With Small Business BC

2:45PM – 2:50PM: Closing Remarks (Main Stage)

2:30PM – 3:30PM: Post Event Networking

What to Expect at Build. Grow. Thrive.

While our event is taking place virtually, it’s our goal to replicate as much of the in-person event experience as possible. Join us for as much (or as little) of Build. Grow. Thrive. as you can. Here’s what to expect on the day:

Practical Insights from Industry Experts

Our speakers have been there and done that. They’re ready to share insights they’ve gained from a lifetime of entrepreneurial experiences.

Invaluable Networking Opportunities

Opportunities to network with fellow business owners have been curtailed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Mingle with several hundred locally based entrepreneurs in our virtual networking rooms. Build valuable connections that will help your business.

British Columbia’s Leading Tools and Resources for Entrepreneurs

Between Small Business BC’s educational resources and Envision Financial’s best-in-class business banking services you’ll finish the day informed and ready to navigate the challenges ahead.

Breakout Rooms

Meet with our speakers in a dedicated space and ask them tailored questions relating to your business.

The Support of a Community

During times such as the COVID-19 pandemic, we are stronger when we come together. Learn from those experiencing similar challenges, hear how they pivoted, and leave inspired to take your business to the next level.

How It Works

By now, you’ve likely been on enough Zoom calls and virtual get togethers to understand what to expect. Perhaps you’ve joined us for one of our previous Build. Grow. Thrive. events? If not, no worries, here’s how the process works. Start by clicking the “Register” button at the top of the page to secure your place.

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