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Startupfest Inclusion Initiative
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE The Inclusion Initiative is Back! In 2018, we launched the Startupfest Inclusion Initiative; a program dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs from underserved, and underrepresented communities to the opportunities they need and deserve. This year, our Inclusion Initiative is back, with a focus on women in technology. Startupfest, BDC Capital, and all […]
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GBC Entrepreneur Spotlight: Stephanie Cole
Stephanie Cole is the founder of Safe Pod, a social enterprise that tackles the issue of sexual and gender-based violence in Toronto. She also has a background in Social Services, Forensic Psychology and a passion for Social Justice. Stephanie works with businesses to help them build a culture that is POSITIVE, CONSENT–DRIVEN & INCLUSIVE. She […]
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Start Small And End Big: Four Easy Strategies To Get Your Small Business Online Buzz
*This article was originally published on Betakit.com on June 26, 2014 Social media has changed the way small businesses engage with customers, promote their products and increase brand awareness, but many Canadian small businesses still shy away from an online presence. Canadian consumers have indicated that they are devoted to small businesses, but they want […]
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The Ultimate Guide to Google Ads for 2019
*This article was originally published on HubSpot blog. If you’re considering spending any amount of money on ads to reach your target audience, then you’d better spend it in the right place. That is, somewhere with over 246 million unique visitors, 3.5 billiondaily interactions, and an estimated 700% return on investment. Somewhere like Google Ads. Google Ads was launched just […]
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Enter to Win a Free Website for 1 Whole Year!
APPLY HERE Enter to WIN a free website for 1 year! To Enter: Sign up for a free bookmark account and create your winning website with the help of bookmark’s AI-powered system – No coding or design skills required. Submit your website URL along with your contact information below to be judged! Bonus Points: Share some thoughts about your experience […]
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GBC Entrepreneur Spotlight: Darren Sampson and Will Tennyson
Darren Sampson and Will Tennyson Founders of Odds Odds is sweeping across the GTA into restaurants big and small, with its modernized method of turning coupons into prizes. Through its game based mobile application, Odds is a fresh new twist in the mobile app space that goes against the grain of the take out, delivery […]
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Win FREE tickets to Collision!
Enter the startGBC Student Collision Competition! startGBC, in partnership with Collision, are now offering 30 lucky students the opportunity to attend the conference for FREE! Be one of 30 students selected to attend the Collision Tech Conference for a day free of cost. You must be a current post-secondary student. We advocate for students from […]
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Volunteer At Collision!
SIGN-UP HERE Volunteering at Collision offers unrivalled experience working at a fast-paced event along with access to everything that our conference has to offer. Volunteering at Collision offers unrivalled experience working at a fast-paced event along with access to everything that their conference has to offer. Become part of the Collision team for three days […]
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Celebrating Female Empowerment on International Women’s Day – March 9th
Featured: Christine Tizzard, Owner and Cookbook WriterBetsy Campos, Owner/Founder, ŪNIKA SWIM Dymika Harte, Founder, Designer, UNSGND Happy International Women’s Day! George Brown would like to give recognition to three amazing alumni on their achievements as a female entrepreneur. Read more to learn about their business, challenges they’ve encountered, the importance of following their calling and solid […]
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Developing a Strong Brand Story
*This article was originally published on MaRS Discovery District. This article discusses incorporating narrative with your brand and gives tips for storytelling. It is aimed at entrepreneurs and marketing team members looking to craft a more persuasive, engaging and exciting brand story to help them humanize their offering, build brand affinity and drive sales. Crafting […]
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