Canadian Small Business Women

Connection, Synergy, Community

Virtual Small Business Seminar

Virtual Small Business Seminar

Two experiences tailor made for the entrepreneur
May 15th, 2021August 21st, 2021

Event Themes

May 15th, 10AM – 5PM EST
Small Business Health Check – Health & Wellness for you and your business.

August 21st, 10AM – 5PM EST
Global Village: The World At Your Fingertips

May 15th Registration
Vendor Application
Workshop Host Application
Sponsorship Application

Speakers

Additional Speakers TBA

Ginel McLarty
Ginel McLarty

Shopify Partner, Web Designer

Brooke Gordon
Brooke Gordon

Senior Advisor, Women Entrepreneurs for BDC

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Delores Sui
Delores Sui

Supply Specialist for Office of Small & Medium Enterprises

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Sponsors

Thanks to our sponsors and community supporters

Affiliate Offers

We have taken the time to form partnerships with companies suited to help you and your business. 

Co-Author A Book With Us!

Co-Author With Us

Share Your Inspirational Story in A Collaborative Book

ABOUT THE BOOKS
Book 1:
This book is all about inspiration and about changing the narrative of immigrant women world-wide. Learn about these women and how they overcame obstacles, paved pathways and found the courage to do what some thought was the impossible. The goal of this publication is to inspire women all over the world who thrive to become entrepreneurs.
Book 2:
This book is all about inspiration and about changing the narrative of all female entrepreneurs world-wide. Learn about these women and how they overcame obstacles, paved pathways and found the courage to do what some thought was the impossible. The goal of this publication is to inspire women all over the world who thrive to become entrepreneurs.
ABOUT YOUR LEAD AUTHOR
Dwania Peele is the Owner and Executive Director of Canadian Small Business Women. A lover of entrepreneurship, volunteering and networking, Dwania strives to inspire aspiring and current entrepreneurs in Canada. While having a Chemistry and Political Science training and education, Dwania is an entrepreneur at heart and has started 2 successful businesses since 2008. In 2013, Canadian Small Business Women began serving as a platform for aspiring and current small business women of Canada. Through e-courses, blogs, online chats, Seminars and Expos, CSBW provides avenues for entrepreneurs to showcase their expertise. Dwania continues to make an impact by appearing as guest speakers at various entrepreneur events and by guest appearances on Panels across the GTA to provide valuable insight to those in need.
WHY YOU?
If you are a woman who runs a successful business and have a story that is sure to inspire, then we would love to hear your story. So, you don’t think you are an author, not to worry. Just write your story. We have an editor on deck who will make it all seamless.
HOW WILL THIS WORK?
Requirements:
  • Submission Length: 15 – 20 pages, single spaced, Arial, 12pt
  • Material: 3 photographs – one being a headshot
  • Submission Deadline:
    • Book 1 Immigrant Women: September 30th, 2019
    • Book 2 Female Entrepreneurs: January 15, 2020
  • Submission Medium: Word Document
  • Investment: (to cover marketing materials and initial print costs): $100
  • Submit all requirements to info@canadiansmallbusinesswomen.ca
MARKETING:
  • Launch Date:
    • Book 1: Christmas Season 2019
    • Book 2: March 2020
  • Launch will include exclusive book signing and presentation
  • Author expectations
    • Promotions to your network leading up to book launch date for both Amazon online sales and in person book launch. Our goal is to build interest for an *Amazon 1 day selling rally to make it to the Amazon Best Selling List
    • Social media promotions, email promotions to your network encouraging them to come and see you and your co-authors at the Immigrant Women’s *Small Business Expo to take part in the exclusive book signing
  • We will provide all promotion and marketing material for the book which includes author specific marketing material
  • You will be able to purchase copies of the book at cost to sell to your network
Join us for this unique opportunity to tell your story.
Email us at info@canadiansmallbusinesswomen.ca for more details!

Mississauga Blood Donor Drive

You have the power to give life…

When you donate blood, a unique feeling of pride unites you with donors everywhere. When people donate blood, stem cells, cord blood, or become an organ, eye or tissue donor, what they are really doing is giving life.

Join the movement…

Half of all Canadians will either need blood or know someone who will need blood at some point in their lives. Yet only four percent of Canadians donate. Our job is to change that. At Canadian Blood Services, we’re responsible for recruiting and collecting blood, plasma, and platelets at 36 permanent collection sites and more than 14,000 donor clinics every year.

Join Canadian Small Business Women at our first Blood Donor Drive on July 21st, 2018 at Heartland Blood Donor Clinic: 765 Britannia Rd W #2, Mississauga, ON L5V 2Y1

Book Your Spot Today

 

We are currently booking spots from 8am – 11am.  Once those spots are filled, we will open additional times.

 

Can’t donate but want to help?  We are seeking:

*Volunteers

*Pastry/Cake Sponsor

*Gift sponsor for all our donor gifts

*Advertising sponsors to spread the word

Email us at info@canadiansmallbusinesswomen.ca for more details

OTTAWA: Immigrant Women’s Small Business Expo 2017

Exhibitor Spaces Are Now OPEN!

 

Join us for our 4th, Annual Immigrant Women’s Small Business Expo in Ottawa!

 

Mission: To showcase resources and business opportunities available to the immigrant community.

Vision: Creating a collaborative community that nourishes the entrepreneurial spirit.

 

 

Event Highlights

Take part in our #150CdnFaces challenge and tell us how this beautiful mosaic of people has changed the face of community in Canada.

We are calling on all Canadians to share their beautiful stories of living among diversity.

Challenge your friend, favourite celebrity, or your favourite politicain.

Remember to use the hashtag #150CdnFaces

*Great information in the form of seminars and workshops!
*A great platform to network with other women with similar interests!
*A chance to get one on one advice from industry leaders and representatives!
*Increased Business Exposure, if you choose to become a sponsor or exhibitor!

Featured Workshops:TBD

 

Agenda

8:30 Registration Opens

9:00 – Exhibitor Hall & Open Networking

9:30 – 10:30 Workshop I

11:00 – 12:00 Workshops II

2:30 – 3:30 Workshop III

4:00 – 5:00 Workshop IV

For Sponsor, Speaker, Exhibitor and Volunteer information, go to:
http://ottawa.immigrantsmallbizexpo.ca/
or call
1-888-526-9366

TORONTO: Immigrant Women’s Small Business Expo 2017

Are you an immigrant woman interested in building your own business?

We are very excited to announce that this year, we plan on hosting two Expos in Ottawa and Toronto! We invite you to be a part of our movement to educate and inspire Immigrant Women of Canada to become successful entrepreneurs!

Where: Daniels Spectrum, 585 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5A 2B7

When: Sunday, September 17, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Cost: Admission: $5 (Under 16 years of age free)

Website: http://toronto.immigrantsmallbizexpo.ca

 Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/immigrant-womens-small-business-expo-toronto-2017-tickets-31623796627

#150CdnFaces Challenge!

Take part in our #150CdnFaces challenge and tell us how this beautiful mosaic of people has changed the face of community in Canada.

We are calling on all Canadians to share their beautiful stories of living among diversity.

Challenge your friend, favourite celebrity, or your favourite politicain.

Remember to use the hashtag #150CdnFaces

Agenda:

8:30am: Registration Opens (swag bags for first 250 guests)

9am: Exhibitor Hall Opens

9am – 9:45am: Opening Ceremony with Guest Speakers:

  • The Hon. Gagan Sikand
  • The Hon. Mary Ng
  • The Hon. Yasmin Ratansi

10am – 11am: Panel of Experts Segment – The Changing Face of the Immigrant Community

11:30am-12:30pm: Workshop 1 -Sales + Strategy = Success presented by Small Business Savvy

2pm – 3pm: Workshop 2- presented by CCV Insurance

4pm-5pm: Workshop 3 – presented by VoxLaw

 

What you will get out of the Expo:
*Informative material from helpful business resources.
*Seminars and workshops from leading small business experts.
*A great platform to network with other women with similar interests.
*A chance to get one on one advice from industry leaders and representatives.
*Increased Business Exposure, if you choose to become a sponsor or exhibitor.
*A great overall experience, leaving you wanting to attend our other events and gain more information that can help your business!
*Gift bags for all of our guests, with complementary materials from sponsoring companies!

**Who we are**
Canadian Small Business Women CEO, Dwania Peele is the founder of the Immigrant Women’s Small Business Expo. It has been her mission to help educate and promote women creating successful self-owned businesses.

For event details: www.immigrantsmallbizexpo.ca

 

 

Small Business Seminar – Mississauga

We are excited to announce our Small Business Women Seminar being held in Mississauga at the Mississauga Grand Banquet and Event Centre from 9:00am – 5pm.

 

In support of:

Print

This event will feature small business women from across the GTA showcasing their businesses to public. It will also feature workshops in Marketing, Facebook, Twitter, Web Development, among others. It is a unique opportunity for learning, networking and showcasing.

 

Who should attend?

All entrepreneurs (men and women)

Startups

Aspiring entrepreneurs

Companies seeking expansion

ONLY 150 ADVANCED TICKETS WILL BE SOLD FOR THIS EVENT

Why should you attend?

Receive business building tips from our experts

Attend workshops to help propel your business

Network with industry leaders

30+ Vendors, showcasing local businesses.

Featured workshops by local experts

 

EVENT SCHEDULE

9am – 9:30am: Registration

9:30am – 5pm: Vendor Main Hall Open

9am – 10:00am – Open Networking

10:00am – 11:00am: Workshop I

Sales + Million Dollar Process = Success, presented by Small Business Savvy

11:30am – 12pm:  Keynote speaker Lindsay Whisen of Ease Up

12pm – 1:30pm: Hot Buffet Lunch & Open Networking

1:30pm – 2:30pm: Workshop II

Doing Business With The Government of Canada, presented by Office of Small and Medium Enterprises

2:30pm – 3pm – Open Networking

3pm – 4pm: Workshop III

Find your Business Gold: 3 Ways to Create Your Business Treasure Map, presented by Natasha Mitchell of Inspire and Drive

4pm-5pm – Open Networking

5pm: Vendor Main Hall Closed

 

Guest Information:

All guests will have access to view our 30+ vendors who will be showcasing their businesses.  You will also have access to our many workshops being run throughout the day.  There will be networking opportunities available as well, so bring your business cards!

Admission tickets: $40 (INCLUDES HOT BUFFET LUNCH)

At the door: $50

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Vendor, Speaker and Event Sponsorship Info

    Click to Download our Package

 

Vendor List

Evolution Coach

Simply Assist Virtual Assistant Services

Arbonne

Insurance for Children

Catherine Tobin – The Sleep Coach

Young Living Essential Oils

Just Energy

The DP Collection

Bookkeeping for GTA Inc

Teach Me Social

Small Business Savvy

Office of Small and Medium Enterprises

Pauline Bourne, LegalShield Independent Associate

It’s Only Natural

Ravinzangel

Pamperfest

Duncam Services

Investor’s Group

Inspire and Drive

Go2Girl Administrative Solutions

Ease Up

The FeONA Company

Ladies of Leisure

Avon

Sunlife Financial

Canada Business Ontario

Noble Canada

Em-Powered Solutions Life Relationship Coach

The United Way of Peel Region

more to follow….

We will have 30 vendors/exhibitors at this event. Vendor spaces cost $250CAD + HST (13%) and include:

*6 foot table
*table cloth
*2 chairs
*2 complimentary tickets to the event
*business name listed on the event website
*business name listed in our event program
*social media promotion (twitter, facebook)

**Vendor/Exhibitor Space is on a first come first serve basis. Please contact the organizer at info@canadiansmallbusinesswomen.ca

AS OF JUNE 23RD, VENDOR SPACES WERE OVER 70% SOLD OUT

 

Testimonial:
I have attended CSBW events for the past 3 years so I’ve had the opportunity to see the hard work, dedication, and persistence they have shown in bringing excellent seminars and opportunities to the business owners. Each year the event gets bigger and better and I would encourage anyone who is in the ‘growth’ mode of their business to attend and if possible be an exhibitor. At the last event I attended in Mississauga, I closed approximately $25k in business – that, in my books is a GREAT DAY’S WORK!

 

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Small Business Seminar – Niagara

We are excited to announce our Small Business Women Seminar being held at Hilton Garden Inn, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada from 9:30am – 5pm.

This event will feature small business women from across Ontario and New York State showcasing their businesses to public. We will also be presenting workshops hosted by industry experts from both Canada and The United States.

Our Sponsors

Coffee News Niagara
Coffee News St. Catherines

     

        

Guest Information:

All guests will have access to view our 25+ vendors who will be showcasing their businesses.  You will also have access to our many workshops being run throughout the day.  There will be networking opportunities available as well, so bring your business cards!

Who should attend?

All entrepreneurs (men and women)

Startups

Business doing cross border sales

Businesses seeking cross border visibility

Companies seeking global expansion

Why should you attend?

Receive business building tips from our experts

Attend workshops to help propel your business

Network with industry leaders

30+ Vendors, showcasing local businesses.

Featured workshops by local experts in Sales, SEO, Marketing, Financial Wellness, and more!

Admission tickets: $30CAD

At the door: $40CAD

Vendor, Speaker and Event Sponsor Package

  Click to Download our Package

Workshops

5 Ways to Outrank Your Competitors Online & Generate More Sales! by Green Lotus
Search engine optimization is a necessity for any online marketing strategy. This SEO Session is designed for business owners and marketing specialists who want the knowledge, skills, and ability to implement and manage a successful search engine optimization strategy, and track results!

Key Takeaways:
How To Take Charge Of Your On-Site Optimization
How To Spy On Your Competitors
How To Build Domain Authority & Online Buzz
How To Optimize Your Search Engine Verticals
How To Spend Your PPC Budget Wisely

SALES + MILLION DOLLAR PROCESS = SUCCESS by Small Business Savvy

Every business owner and entrepreneur has to be a master at sales.  Sales drive your business and if you aren’t closing sales, your business will struggle! If you want to change your conversation to be authentic, trust based and up level your sales skills then this biz seminar is for you! Learn from Sales Expert Julie Flippin how to create a sales process from the beginning to the end so that you can make your sales goals a reality this year.

3 Steps to Building a Stronger Business by Carolyn Dickingson Success Coach

Rituals that will enhance clarity, growth and success in your business.

What you will learn:

How asking the right questions can change your business and your life.

How to develop powerful rituals for your success

How to take action steps that will lead you to your financial goal

Vendor/Exhibitor Information:

Vendors

Advanced Chiropractic Clinic

Evolution Coach

Arbonne

Small Business Savvy

Green Lotus

Carolyn Dickinson Success Coach

Coffee News

Avon

The DP Collection

Canada Business Ontario

Teach Me Social

Embrace Your Destiny

Young Living Essential Oils

Virtual Speech Lab

Send Out Cards

Go2Girl Administrative Solutions

more to follow…

We will have 30 vendors/exhibitors at this event. Vendor spaces cost $200CAD + HST (13%) and include:

*6 foot table
*table cloth
*2 chairs
*10 tickets to the event
*business name listed on the event website
*business name listed in our event program
*social media promotion (twitter, facebook)

**Vendor/Exhibitor Space is on a first come first serve basis. Please contact the organizer at info@canadiansmallbusinesswomen.ca

Maker Conference – A conference for Canadian artisans, artists and designers

Maker Conference – March 21, 2107

Craftadian and Canadian Small Business Women present: Maker Conference
The Maker Small Business Conference is a one-day full of education, maker success stories and valuable insights from makers just like you.

 

 

ABOUT

The Maker Small Business Conference is a one-day full of education, maker success stories and valuable insights from makers just like you. The day features informative presentations by industry experts, panel discussions on topics relevant to makers. The event includes a continental breakfast, hot lunch, beverages and snacks. It’s a day to be inspired and help you grow your creative business.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

Get inspired and surround yourself with like-minded makers. Gain valuable insight on running a successful creative business.

This event is for you if you are:

    • looking to connect with other makers
    • looking for guidance and inspiration for your business
    • hoping to learn from fellow makers to grow your business
    • requiring guidance/coaching to take your business to the next level

WHEN:

Tuesday March 21, 2017; 8:00AM – 5:00PM

WHERE:

Mississauga Grand Banquet and Event Centre, 35 Brunel Road , Mississauga, ON L4Z 3E8

Maker Conference

REGISTRATION: Maker Conference

Registration Includes:

  • Conference Full Access Pass (access to all speakers/workshops)
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Hot Buffet Lunch
  • Coffee/Snacks
  • Swag Bag

** SAVE 25% off your ticket when you buy before January 20, 2017 **

Single One-Day Pass: $59.99 each | ($74.99 after January 20, 2017)
Bring a Friend Rate (2 guests): $50.99 each | ($63.74 each after January 20, 2017)
Group Rate (group of 6 or more): $44.99 each | ($56.24 each after January 20, 2017)

 

AGENDA: Maker Conference

*DRAFT topic times and speakers may shuffle as we draw closer*

8:00am – 9:00am
REGISTRATION / BREAKFEST

9:00am – 9:15am
WELCOME MESSAGE

9:15am – 10:10am
MORNING SPEAKER: CRAFTING YOUR MARKETING PLAN
Join Cheryl Rankin, Fit For Business to get some great marketing tips on how to market your products with little or no money.  Whether you are selling your products one at a time or starting to sell wholesale, this workshop will help you. Ideas will help you stretch your marketing dollars and make sales a bit easier.

Anyone who attends the workshop can get a complimentary 30 minute phone consultation from Fit For Business.

SPEAKER: Cheryl Rankin (Fit For Business)

10:10am – 10:30am
MORNING COFFEE/SNACK BREAK

10:40am – 11:30am
“SELLING WHOLESALE” PANEL
This panel will feature expert advice, guidance and success stories:
• How to get starting selling wholesale
• Tips for newbies interested in wholesale
• Etsy Wholesale
• Success Stories and Tips

SPEAKERS: Dayna Langlois (Dayna Lee Collection), Cathy Thorne (Everyday People Prints)

11:40am – 12:45pm
HOT BUFFET LUNCH / NETWORKING

12:30pm – 1:00pm
SWAG BAG STRETCH

1:00pm- 1:40pm
“SELLING AT SHOWS” PANEL
This panel will feature expert advice, guidance and success stories:
• Tips on the Application Process (how to stand out)
• Show Organizers Voice (What we see)
• How to rock it at your next show

SPEAKERS: Jacqueline Hunter (Craftadian), Andreana Hudson (The Vintage Marketplace, Stuffed, Bump Baby Toddler Expo) and Ariane Griffith (Etsy York Region).

1:50pm – 2:40pm
AFTERNOON SPEAKER: SOCIAL MEDIA EXPERT

SPEAKER: Kelly Farrell (Teach Me Social)

2:50pm – 3:10pm
MORNING COFFEE/SNACK BREAK

3:10pm – 4:00pm
“HELP MY BUSINESS … ” COMMUNITY PANEL
This open panel will open it up to the audience for a Q&A. An opportunity to ask the burning question affecting your business.  All conference attendees can chime in and offer community support.

4:00pm – 4:30pm
CLOSING REMARKS

SPEAKERS

Our speakers are local makers just like you. It’s a community and it takes a village. This year we wanted to inspire makers with local success stories and feature local industry experts. Stay tuned, our speaker line up will be announced soon. If you are interested in being a speaker please email info@craftadian.ca

SPEAKERS:

Cheryl Rankin (Fit For Business)

Jacqueline Hunter (Craftadian)

Andreana Hudson (The Vintage Marketplace, Stuffed, Bump Baby Toddler Expo)

Ariane Griffith (Etsy York Region)

Kelly Farrell (Teach Me Social)

Dayna Langlois (Dayna Lee Collection)

Cathy Thorne (Everyday People Prints)

Small Business Seminar – Markham

We are excited to announce our Small Business Women Seminar being held in Markham on February 22nd, from 9:00am – 5:00pm.

In support of:

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This event will feature small business women from across the GTA showcasing their businesses to public. It will also feature workshops in Marketing, Facebook, Twitter, Web Development, among others. It is a unique opportunity for learning, networking and showcasing.

Vendor, Speaker and Event Sponsorship Information

 Click to Download our Sponsorship Package  


Guest Information:

All guests will have access to view our 30+ vendors who will be showcasing their businesses. You will also have access to our many workshops being run throughout the day. There will be networking opportunities available as well, so bring your business cards!

Admission tickets: $25

At the door: $30

FREE SHREDDING SERVICES FOR ALL GUESTS!!!*

*Bring one shoe box full or up to 3lbs and it is on us!! (Thanks to UPS Store 443 and Iron Mountain)

CLICK HERE to BUY TICKETS

Who should attend?

All entrepreneurs (men and women)

Startups

Companies seeking global expansion

Why should you attend?

Receive business building tips from our experts

Attend workshops to help propel your business

Network with industry leaders

30+ Vendors, showcasing local businesses.

Featured workshops by local experts!

CLICK HERE to BUY TICKETS

AGENDA

8:30am – 9am: Registration

9am: Vendor Main Hall Open

10:30am – 11am: Workshop I

Sales + Million Dollar Process = Success

presented by Small Business Savvy

12pm – 1pm: Lunch (on your own)

1pm – 2pm: Workshop II

Government Information Workshop

presented by Canada Business Ontario and The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

3pm – 4pm: Workshop III

Entrepreneurship & You

presented by HR Professional Lisa Smith-Maxam of The Staff Room

5pm: Vendor Main Hall Closed

Vendor & Event Sponsorship Information

30+ Vendors to Connect with, including:

Evolution Coach

Arbonne

World Financial Group

Catherine Tobin – The Sleep Coach

Desjardin Financial Security

Small Business Savvy

Canada Business Ontario

APN Holistic Centre and Holistic Health Store

Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

The Randy Drake Team

Teach Me Social

Legal Shield

Purposeful and Empowered Women

Go 2 Girl Administrative Solutions

Lendified

Spring Hill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan

Investor’s Group

UPS Store 443

Embrace Your Destiny

The Staff Room

Young Living Essential Oils

more to follow…

 Click to Download our Exhibitor and Sponsor Package

Vendor Rates:
$200 until Dec 31st
$250 after Dec 31st

**Member rates start at $160**

What do you get as a vendor?
*6 foot table
*table cloth
*2 chairs
*business name listed on the event website
*business name listed in our event program


BONUS
*90 minute Vendor Training Session: by Julie Flippin of Small Business Savvy

Includes the following:
* How to create an inviting space
* Why setting an intention for the event is important
* How to gain qualified leads
* Strategies for building your list
* Strategies for following up
* Do’s and Don’ts for Exhibitors
* How to increase your R.O.I.

**Email info@canadiansmallbusinesswomen.ca for vendor information**

What our previous vendors say about our Seminars:
“I have attended CSBW events for the past 3 years so I’ve had the opportunity to see the hard work, dedication and persistence they have shown in bringing excellent seminars and opportunities to the business owners. Each year the event gets bigger and better and I would encourage anyone who is in the ‘growth’ mode of their business to attend and if possible be an exhibitor. At the last event I attended in Mississauga, I closed approximately $25k in business – that, in my books is a GREAT DAY’S WORK!”

APPLY NOW to be a vendor, exhibitor or sponsor by completing the following form:

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Jane Cotnam – Featured Member

I am a strong woman.

I am a feminist.

I am a mother.

I am a business owner.

I am a perpetual optimist.

I am a dreamer.

I am a volunteer.

I choose to believe the best in everyone.

I have strong beliefs that I am passionate about.

I love a good debate.

I was born in Montreal, but spent equal time in Mont Tremblant.   French is my first language, but my mom, Liz, knew that my English needed to be better, so she sent me to English high school for my last year.  While in Mont Tremblant I worked every kind of hotel and resort job there was starting at 14, finally becoming a ski instructor, and skiing for my high school.

In the early ‘80’s I moved to Toronto to pursue a career in insurance (following my father), and immediately gravitated to the group benefits side of the business, where I have stayed ever since.  In ’84 I assisted in developing the Canadian Organization of Small Businesses, an association plan that allowed small businesses to have group benefits that had previously been unattainable.  I helped put together the first online billing system for group benefits.   I am proud of being a dedicated independent group benefit plan broker and advisor, and I specialize in groups that are hard to acquire benefits for.

I am a hearing-impaired member of CHS (Canadian Hearing Society) and had the privilege of teaching ASL (American Sign Language) to kindergarten children in a play environment. I am still a member of the CHS Board.  As someone who believes in volunteering, I was also involved in the Weekend to End Breast Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer Canada (following Liz’s passing) and that lead me to being a Palliative Care Liaison Volunteer, being part of the program and workshops at Credit Valley Hospital. I have also volunteered with my children’s schools as a fundraising chair.

I was introduced to Arbonne in November 2009 and became a consultant after trying the products for only a week.  Arbonne was easy to integrate into my life. It allowed me the time to work in insurance and to continue volunteering. I chose Arbonne for several reasons; it is a safe, botanical product and all their products are vegan and gluten free. Another reason for me is that Arbonne is certified cruelty free. Being someone with 4 rescue dogs, this was extremely important to me. Animal testing is completely unnecessary, and Arbonne understands that. When I started using the products, I immediately loved the results. Whether it is from our anti-ageing skin care line or the nutrition products, Arbonne consistently comes out on top in the market place.

Arbonne’s business design is created to help you succeed. The support offered by your upline and sidelines is inspiring. There is no competition between consultants. It offers an environment of support and recognizes success. Arbonne gives consultants the ability to control their lives the way they want to live. You may be in business for yourself, but you are never by yourself. They offer amazing training for all products and every facet of the business. I love sharing the business with others. It may start off as a secondary income for someone, and quickly become their primary source. It offers people the opportunity to be their own boss, manage their time differently and enables them to live the life they want, not the life they have to. The fact that the products are consumables means that your clients reorder from your own website that Arbonne sets up for each of its consultants. We, as consultants, can cross-border sponsor other business builders. It is a global business, run from the comfort of your own home. We are expanding all the time, and currently we are in Canada, the U.S., United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Poland and Taiwan. This is a company that is growing globally and the ability to manage my time and have a residual income appeals to me.

The wonderful thing about Arbonne is that it’s not just about great products, it’s also about great people. The Arbonne family is made up of thousands of individuals working to make their dreams come true. Through sales incentives and rewards, travel opportunities, a generous Success Plan and great products, Arbonne offers a unique opportunity that can help make anyone’s vision for the future a reality.

I am always looking for quality individuals who are ready  to earn more income, create a business that is for themselves, or to simply begin a new chapter in life. I am always there to help anyone who starts an Arbonne business. I will help you get to where you want to be with training, support and lots of encouragement. We are always better together!

Body, mind, spirit, friendship, community, earth. Wherever you decide to start, one change leads to another … and then another. Over time, many little changes can equal one total transformation. Arbonne has shown me that.

 

www.janecotnam.arbonne.com

5 Step Holiday Business Challenge

Are you ready to boost your Holiday Sales?
 
Join us on our challenge as we guide you through a simple 5 step process to boosting your sales this holiday season. These simple steps we will enable you to leverage your network and grow your income during the holiday season.
 
Over the 5 days, we will guide you through a process that will grow your brand, connect you with your customers, increase your profits and grow your customer base.
 
Now, before you join us, there are a few things you will need to prepare:
 
1. Get organized and get clear and what would you like to promote.
2. If you are promoting a product or product line ensure that you have enough of the product in stock. Ensure that you have enough packaging components and staff to assist during the season.
3. Accountability: find a accountability buddy for this process.
 
 
You must register to join: HERE
See you at the start line on Nov 20th.
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CSBW is providing a new “perk” to our members and over 4K entrepreneurs in our social network.  Our new “BUSINESS TOOL KIT” opportunity will allow us to release a new offer each month to our members.  Each offer will be a business building tool in the form of a video workshop or webinar and accompanied by a downloadable PDF or printables.

To build our TOOL KIT, we will need the following tools (topics):

  • Traditional Marketing for Small Business
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Sales Generators
  • Webinar Tips
  • How to generate revenue from blogging
  • How to start your own blog to promote your business
  • How to create graphics to promote your business
  • How to make business videos
  • Financial Strategies for small businesses
  • Facebook Marketing 101
  • LinkedIn Marketing 101
  • Generate leads via Twitter
  • How to write valuable website content
  • Instagram 101
  • WordPress websites made easy
  • 10 Step Branding for Small Business
  • Business Plan Writing
  • How to write an effective marketing plan
  • How to grow your email list
  • How to generate more leads from your email contacts
  • Effective networking
  • How to create landing pages and why they are important
  • Creating financial abundance
  • Grant writing
  • Writing effective Sponsorship Packages
  • How to plan a successful tradeshow
  • How to build your Etsy business

To contribute:

  • Must be a business building tool
  • Must be in the form of a video.
    • Maximum 6 parts to a series
    • Maximum length of each part is 15minutes
  • Accompanying printables, workbooks, checklists or items available for download.
  • You are allowed to provide bonus FREE offers at the end of the series to our members (not a pitch)
    • Bonus webinar
    • Bonus Q & A
    • Bonus downloads
    • Bonus workbooks

Contributors will be informed if their videos are selected and what month it will be featured.  They will be expected to host a bonus offer (mentioned above) the month after their video is featured.  There is to be NO PITCHING in the submitted video.  Contributors are allowed to brand their video and provide a link for mailing list options. Videos provided will be exclusive to CSBW.

Small Business Seminar – Mississauga

We are excited to announce our Small Business Women Seminar being held in Mississauga from 9:00am – 5pm.

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This event will feature small business women from across the GTA showcasing their businesses to public. It will also feature workshops in Marketing, Facebook, Twitter, Web Development, among others. It is a unique opportunity for learning, networking and showcasing.

Event Sponsors

Seminar Mississauga - Sponsor - Teach Me Social Seminar Mississauga - sponsor - Huria Kiran

Event Sponsorship Package

Workshop Information:

Speakers:

Julie Flippin: The Power of the Sales is in the Conversation

Nancy Forrester: Biology Meets Business – Using Neuroscience to Improve Your Bottom Line

Huria Kiran: Plan for Peace – Small Business Owners and their Financial Future

Sheralyn Roman: Building Bridges – Communication Strategies for Small Business Success!

Guest Information:

All guests will have access to view our 30+ vendors who will be showacasing their businesses.  You will also have access to our many workshops being run throughout the day.  There will be networking opportunities available as well, so bring your business cards!

Admission tickets: $25

At the door: $30

Vendor/Exhibitor Information:

We will have 30 vendors/exhibitors at this event. Vendor spaces cost $150 + HST and include:

*8 foot table
*table cloth
*2 chairs
*food will be available throughout the day
*10 complimentary tickets to the event
*business name listed on the event website
*business name listed in our event program
*social media promotion (twitter, facebook)

**Vendor/Exhibitor Space is on a first come first serve basis. Please contact the organizer by filling out the form below. Only spaces paid in full are guaranteed.

Vendor List

World Financial Group of Canada

Desjardins Financial Services

Sylvia’s It

Young Living Essential Oils

Dignity Memorial

Twists & Turns

It Works

Brain Possibilities

Arbonne

Songbird Marketing

Embrace Your Destiny

Teach Me Social

more to follow…

GET YOUR VENDOR SPACE HERE

FREE Facebook Chat with Vistaprint

Join us as we host our montly Facebook chat featuring Alicia Vianga of After Breast Cancer and Premier Jour Alicia will discuss the importance of Philantropy in the world of Small Business

About Alicia

Alicia is a big-hearted entrepreneur who combines her expertise in trend forecasting, bra fitting, and fashion knowledge to give women in Toronto an authentic and educational shopping experience.

Before starting her journey into entrepreneurship and advocating for women who have battled breast cancer, Alicia spent over 19 years in hospitality.  As a catering and sales specialist in the industry she had the opportunity to work for esteemed organizations such as the University of Toronto,Colony Hotel, Hotel Plaza II, and the Marriott Hotel Bloor Yorkville. While she attributes her business savvy to her experiences in the hospitality industry, Alicia knew she was meant to start her own business and fill a niche many women didn’t know existed. This led Alicia to found Premier Jour Lingerie and Swimwear, a boutique that provides its customers with unique lingerie and swimwear as well as certified bra fittings.

Since starting her business Alicia has been sought out for her expert bra fitting skills and knowledge. From befuddled husbands shopping for a loved one, to the readers of her blog for theHuffington Post and Revive Magazine, people are hungry for her specialist opinions. One of Alicia’s biggest and most interactive audiences has been held at Dundas Square where she gave a bra fitting workshop for over 1,000 women.

Alicia and her company Premier Jour have been featured as a pre and post breast augmentation bra fitter on Hollywood’s 10 Best This Week, Entertainment Tonight Canada, CFRB 1010,Rogers Day Time TV, Weddingbells Magazine, Toronto Star, Slice TV’s Plastic Makes Perfect,LOVE INC, Jeanne Beker Post News, SNAP Magazines, and Avenue Magazine. Premier Jourwas also voted the Best of the Best Readers Choice Lingerie Boutique in 2012.

Alicia strongly believes in giving back to the community. She is an active board member of theCorso Italia BIA, whose goal is to preserve and promote the beautiful neighbourhood of St. Clair West in Toronto. Alicia also supports non-profit events such as The Jeanne Lottie Pink Bedroom Party, and Covenant House-Celebrate Mom.

Alicia, in conjunction with Premier Jour, was asked to review the official Bra Fitting Guide for a major hospital chain in Toronto. Through this affiliation with the Hospital, Alicia identified a major gap in the health care system; there is no program that provides necessities for women who have battled breast cancer who are financially strained. It was this realization that encouraged Alicia to found After Breast Cancer, a charity aimed at ensuring survivors of breast cancer lacking financial means have access to necessities such as bras and/or prosthesis. Alicia understands that when women move from breast cancer patient to breast cancer survivor, the world is a different place for them.  Obtaining properly fitted prosthesis and bras enables survivors to begin their journey to regain their self confidence and restore their feeling of being whole again.

After Breast Cancer was launched on October 14, 2012 during Breast Cancer Awareness Monthat a Toronto Argos Game. The charity has been featured in Toronto Is Awesome, OMNI Television’s Culture Avenue, Samaritan Magazine, Girls of T.O, Urban Moms, CP24 Breakfast, and Global News’ Susan Hay Making a Difference segment.

Along with founding After Breast Cancer, Alicia is also the creator of Bras for Congo, a charitable organization that accepts donated bras which are then given to women in the Congo. Each year, Alicia accepts hundreds of bra donations from the public to distribute to hospitals in the Congo.

Alicia is a socially responsible, passionate, and determined business woman and she lives her life trying to make a difference…one bra at a time.

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