2020 11 18 Build Grow Thrive

Small Business BC, alongside our partners at Island Savings, is excited to announce the return of our popular Build. Grow. Thrive. virtual event series. This FREE day of education will equip attendees with the skills and resources they need to thrive within our emerging COVID economy.

While we can’t gather in person, you’re invited to join us remotely on Wednesday, November 18th for a day of education that gathers our community to learn, network and share their lived experiences during the pandemic. With small businesses encompassing 98 per cent of all business in our province, we keenly understand the challenges entrepreneurs currently face. That’s why each session on the day delivers practical advice tailored toward navigating our “new normal.”

Attendees can expect a series of engaging webinars, panel discussions featuring local entrepreneurs, a virtual tradeshow, and breakout rooms for networking with fellow attendees speed dating-style.

Build. Grow. Thrive. Agenda

09:30am – 10:00am: Virtual Event Doors Open

10:00am – 10:10am: Introduction to the Event (Main Stage)

10:15am – 10:55am: Digital eCommerce 101 – Elevating Your Digital Presence (Main Stage) – Presented by Digital Main Street

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

11:15am – 11:55am: Accessing Capital to Help You Grow (Main Stage) – Presented by Island Savings

12:00pm – 12:15pm: Breakout Room – with Island Savings

12:15pm – 1:30pm: Panel Discussion: Small Business Stories – Starting and Growing a Business (Main Stage)

Entrepreneurs Include:

• Jill Van Gyn, CEO, Fatso
• Teara Fraser, Lead Executive Officer, Iskwew Air
• Miranda Lievers, COO and Co-Founder, Thinkific
• Mike Willie, Owner, Sea Wolf Adventures

Moderated by Karley Cunningham, Big Bold Brand

1:45pm – 2:25pm: Business Goal Setting for Entrepreneurial Success (Main Stage) – Presented by Small Business BC

2:30pm – 2:35pm: Closing Remarks (Main Stage)

2:30pm – 2:45pm: Breakout Room – Goal Setting for Success

2:45pm – 3:30pm: Post Event Networking

Alongside hearing business tips and advice from the speakers and business owners on the Main Stage of the event - there is the opportunity to participate and engage with other small business owners, teams and partners in our breakout rooms and networking sessions.

The Benefits of Attending Build. Grow. Thrive.

Build. Grow. Thrive. connects attendees with the province’s leading tools and resources. Each session on the day will deliver practical advice tailored toward navigating our “new normal.” Here are just some of the benefits you’ll receive from attending:

• Practical Insights from Industry Experts - Our speakers have been there and done that. They’re ready to share insights gained from a lifetime of entrepreneurial experience. 
• Networking Opportunities - Opportunities to network with fellow professionals have been curtailed due to COVID-19. Mingle with local business   
• Breakout Rooms -  Meet with our speakers in a dedicated space and ask them tailored questions relating to your business.
• Community support –  We are stronger when we come together. Learn from those experiencing similar challenges, hear their stories and leave informed and inspired. Speak to fellow business owners, and other small business partners.