Harness AI, Finance & Funding: Transform Your Purpose-Driven Business

Are you ready to elevate your purpose-driven business? Join us for a dynamic workshop series, The Impact Toolkit: Master AI, Finance, and Funding for Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurs, designed to provide entrepreneurs with essential tools for success. Learn how to use innovative technology, achieve financial stability, and secure funding to bring your vision to life. Our first workshop will help you to discover funding opportunities for purpose-driven entrepreneurs

Discover Funding Opportunities for Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurs

Finding the right funding for your purpose-driven business can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Join Funding Impact: Unlocking Resources for Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurs, a panel discussion designed to equip you with actionable strategies to secure financial support for your mission.

This workshop brings together leading voices from PME MTL, Evol, and Futurpreneur to share expert advice on funding opportunities and best practices to help you succeed.

Uncover the Funding Landscape

💸 Explore a World of Funding Options
Navigating the funding landscape is crucial for entrepreneurs seeking to make an impact. This session offers:

• Insights into grant programs, loans, and investment opportunities.
• Expert tips for crafting compelling funding applications.
• Strategies for identifying the best resources to match your business needs.

Learn from industry leaders and discover how to align your vision with available funding channels.

Gain Insights from Funding Experts

💼 Meet the Panelists
This engaging session features top experts ready to share their knowledge and answer your questions:

• Kurt Houghton: Director of Consulting and Financing Services in the Social Economy, PME MTL.
• Maria Goyo: Senior Business Development Manager, Futurpreneur.
• Lynn C. McDonald: Regional Director of Montreal, Evol (Formerly Femmessor).

Build a Financially Sustainable Impact Business

Funding isn’t just about securing resources—it’s about building a sustainable future for your business. Learn how to craft a financial strategy that supports your long-term goals while staying true to your mission.

Why Attend This Workshop?

Whether you’re just starting or scaling globally, this session is tailored to provide actionable insights that you can apply immediately. Get inspired, connect with experts, and leave with the tools you need to fund your vision.

Reserve your spot today and discover funding opportunities to drive your entrepreneurial success!

Pre-registration is required. This workshop is available online.

About the speakers

Kurt Houghton holds a Bachelor of Arts with distinction in environmental studies from McGill University and an executive MBA from Université du Québec à Montréal with a specialization in collectively owned enterprises. He has over fifteen years of cooperative and non-profit management & administration experience and more than five years of entrepreneurial consulting and coaching.

These experiences allow him to appreciate the complimentary roles of good governance and efficient management in a context of limited resources. His collaborations with different Québec social economy financing organizations have allowed him to make his clients’ project visions and goals a reality through customized financing solutions. With a passion for social justice and local economic development, Kurt Houghton puts people first because no organization can develop without a satisfied clientele and well supported staff.

Maria Goyo is a Senior Business Development Manager at Futurpreneur, a leading Canadian non-profit supporting young entrepreneurs. With a diverse background including managing a marketing agency focused on connecting Canadian brands with the Hispanic market and serving as an Account Manager for private companies, Maria excels in identifying and capitalizing on business opportunities. Her expertise spans business development, sales, strategic planning, communications, and marketing, reflecting a holistic approach to business.

Beyond her professional achievements, Maria is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion, leveraging her multicultural background to provide tailored content for multicultural communities. She holds degrees and certifications in Public Relations, Retail Commerce, and Integrated Communications Management from Concordia University, HEC Montreal, and Universidad Metropolitana in Caracas, Venezuela, respectively, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Media Studies and Journalism.

Lynn C. McDonald (MBA, CFA, IAS.A) is a champion of diverse and inclusive entrepreneurship, with a focus on impact investing and sustainable finance. Lynn is an accomplished leader with extensive experience in private equity, venture capital, and impact investing. She’s served as Senior Director and Vice President, Private Equity at the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec, working on venture capital, growth capital, and infrastructure investments. She brings deep expertise in private equity, venture capital, and governance to her role supporting businesses creating positive social and environmental change.

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