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SUMMARY:Impactful Connections ELLEvate Networking Series | Celebrating Women Innovators and Entrepreneurs - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:We are currently SOLD OUT for this event! \nStay tuned for more networking events to be scheduled in the new year!\n  \nJoin Us for a Free Networking Event for Women Innovators & Entrepreneurs\n💡 Ready to connect with women who are shaping the future of entrepreneurship and innovation? \nWe’re thrilled to present the next event in our Impactful Connections series\, hosted in collaboration with McGill Engine. Join us for an exciting celebration of Women’s Entrepreneurship Day (November 19)! This evening is designed to bring together women innovators\, entrepreneurs\, and creators from all industries. You’ll celebrate collaboration\, exchange ideas\, and build genuine connections that inspire real growth. Whether you’re developing a new idea\, launching your business\, or scaling your next big project\, this FREE event is for you! 🌟 \nEvent Details\n📅 Date: Thursday\, November 20 | 5:30 – 8:00 PM\n📍 Location: McGill Engine Centre – 3450 Rue University\, Room 5 (ground floor)\, Montreal\, Quebec H3A 2A7\n🎟️ Price: FREE! \nWhat to Expect\n\n✨ Celebrate Women’s Entrepreneurship Day – Honour and connect with inspiring women who are driving innovation and creating impact across industries.\n🤝 Make Meaningful Connections – Meet like-minded women entrepreneurs and innovators. Share experiences\, exchange ideas\, and support one another.\n⚖️ Access Expert Guidance – Benefit from McGill’s Legal Compass Clinic offering advice tailored to entrepreneurs.\n🎤 Pitch Your Business – Showcase your ideas with a 60-second pitch. Get feedback and spark engaging conversations.\n🍷 Enjoy Refreshments & Conversations – Network in a relaxed\, welcoming environment with complimentary drinks and snacks.\n\nWho Should Attend\nWhether you are developing a new idea\, launching your business\, or scaling your next project\, this free event is perfect for women entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and creators at any stage. No matter your industry or background\, you’ll leave inspired\, empowered\, and connected. \nThis isn’t just another networking event — it’s a celebration of the vision\, energy\, and impact women bring to entrepreneurship. You’ll experience genuine connections in a warm environment filled with innovators making a difference. \nWhy You Should Join\nNetworking isn’t just a strategy; it’s a strength. At this Impactful Connections event\, you’ll: \n\nBuild meaningful relationships\nGain practical insights\nCelebrate the power of women driving real change\n\nThis event is a unique opportunity to foster collaboration\, showcase your ideas\, and immerse yourself in a community of supportive\, innovative women entrepreneurs. \n  \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program!\n\n\nThe ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program is made possible thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and the support of our program partner\, York University. We’d like to thank McGill Engine for hosting this event! \n  \n               \n*Please note: \nThis event will be held in English. \nDue to limited capacity\, we cannot guarantee your spot at this event if you do not complete the Eventbrite registration form. \nThe McGill Engine Centre can be accessibly reached through the McConnell Engineering Building. Accessible washrooms are located on the ground floor of FDA across from the McGill Engine Centre. \nPre-registration on Eventbrite is required. \nAnswers to registration questions will be used for statistical purposes and will be shared with McGill Engine.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/impactful-connections-ellevate-networking-women-innovators/
LOCATION:McGill Engine Centre\, 3450 Rue University\, Room 5 (ground floor)\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 2A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Networking,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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SUMMARY:NEW! Negotiation Strategies for Entrepreneurs: From Planning to Powerful Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Boost Your Entrepreneurial Success: Learn Powerful Negotiation Strategies\nBoost your entrepreneurial success begins with learning powerful negotiation strategies. Whether you’re closing a deal with a client\, hiring your first employee\, or pitching to investors\, negotiation is a crucial skill for entrepreneurs—but few fully understand how to use it effectively. Join us on Tuesday\, November 25\, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM for a hands-on workshop that provides you with the mindset\, tools\, and confidence to lead productive conversations that drive your business forward. \nWhy Negotiation Skills Are Key for Entrepreneurs\nSuccessful negotiation is about more than just agreements; it’s about creating mutual value\, building strong relationships\, and achieving outcomes that serve your business and its long-term goals. Entrepreneurs who develop strong negotiation skills can approach meetings with clarity\, adapt to challenges\, and make strategic decisions that advance their ventures. \nWhat You’ll Learn in This Workshop\n\nUnderstand negotiation fundamentals—different styles\, tactics\, and how to read the room\nPlan with purpose using frameworks like BATNA to set strong objectives\nCommunicate with clarity using funnel questions and persuasive framing\nStay calm under pressure and resolve conflicts professionally\nPractice in realistic simulations\, including investor pitches\, supplier contracts\, and client proposals\n\nDevelop Practical Skills for Real-World Success\nFrom uncovering your unique value to recognizing when to walk away\, this workshop equips you with a practical toolkit. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of how to negotiate effectively\, achieving results that support both your business growth and your bottom line. As Sun Tzu wrote in The Art of War: “Know thyself\, and know thy counterparty\, and the ‘war’ will be won before a single ‘battle’ is fought.” \nSign Up Today!\nDon’t miss this opportunity to boost your entrepreneurial success! Reserve your spot now for Tuesday\, November 25 and take your negotiation skills to the next level. \nCost: $20.00* \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar. \nSign Up Here\n\nAbout the Speaker\nPatrick Yoo\, President & CEO of Marche Frères Young | Young Brothers\, brings years of entrepreneurial experience and practical insight to help you apply negotiation strategies confidently in your own business. \nPatrick lives by a motto: What man is a man who does not make the world around him better?  After several years in B2B sales – having learned his trade at the renown Xerox Sales Academy – Patrick has extensive experience in sales and partnership management\, having managed the Training Partnership with Microsoft and Amazon for example as well as dealing with the U.N.’s procurement division.  \nHe has also offered sales training to university students looking for partnerships at HEC Montréal. Having taken over his family’s business with his brother over 3 years ago\, Patrick now sits on the other side of the table as the buyer and not the seller.  \nThis dual perspective has allowed him to see both sides of a negotiation and the challenges facing an entrepreneur. A man of principle and values\, he is a great supporter of YES Montreal and is mission and now looks to share his experience with the next generation of entrepreneurs and leaders.  \nIf you registered for the in-person workshop\, please arrive at the YES office\, located at 666 Sherbrooke Street West\, 7th floor\, 15–30 minutes before the workshop begins. \nFor online participants\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop starts. If you don’t see the email one hour before the start time\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learn-negotiation-strategies/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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SUMMARY:NEW! Service Agreements: What To Watch For - From Both Sides Of The Deal
DESCRIPTION:Understand Service Agreements: Protect Your Work & Negotiate with Confidence\nWhether you’re providing services or hiring support for your business\, understanding service agreements is essential to protect your work\, avoid costly misunderstandings\, and strengthen professional relationships. This workshop is designed for founders\, freelancers\, and small business owners who want to navigate service contracts confidently. \nWhy Service Agreements Matter\nService agreements are practical tools for clarity and protection. In this session\, you’ll learn how to interpret key clauses\, recognize potential risks\, and ensure that both provider and client expectations are clearly defined. \nKey Clauses and Red Flags\nYou’ll explore the most important clauses of a service agreement\, including scope\, deliverables\, payment terms\, timelines\, intellectual property\, and liability. You’ll also learn to spot common red flags such as vague language\, missing termination terms\, and one-sided conditions that could lead to disputes. \nBalancing Client and Provider Perspectives\nLooking at contracts from both the provider and client perspectives\, you’ll understand what each side needs to protect. Providers will learn how to safeguard payment and scope\, while clients will discover what to watch for regarding quality and timelines. We’ll also discuss typical friction points and strategies to handle them effectively. \nBuild Confidence in Negotiation\nThe workshop focuses on building negotiation confidence. You’ll learn to distinguish between flexible terms and standard boilerplate language\, and how to ask the right questions to ensure clarity and fairness in your agreements. \nSession Details & Q&A\nThe session concludes with a Q&A and group discussion\, giving participants a chance to share experiences and insights. Please note this is an educational session only—no legal advice will be provided. \n\nSpeaker: Andrew Cuttini\, Founder\, AC Legal Services Inc.\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, December 2 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nLocation: Online\nFee: $20\n\n  \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and is available online\, as a live streaming webinar. \nSign Up Here\n\nAbout the Speaker\nAndrew Cuttini is a business-minded technology lawyer with a pragmatic approach and nearly 15 years of experience supporting startups and growing companies. His practice spans technology (including SaaS and AI)\, life sciences\, manufacturing\, and hospitality—always with a focus on aligning legal strategy with business goals.  \nKnown for his collaborative\, solution-oriented style\, Andrew acts as fractional general counsel for several innovative organizations\, helping them navigate contracts\, growth\, compliance\, and strategic risk with clarity and confidence.  \nHe began his legal career in private practice before moving in-house\, gaining hands-on experience with fast-paced\, international businesses. Today\, he works independently with companies that value responsiveness\, creativity\, and practical legal insight.  \nWhen he’s not working with clients\, you’ll likely find him playing hockey\, spinning vinyl\, or chasing after his kids.  \nIf you registered for the in-person workshop\, please arrive at the YES office\, located at 666 Sherbrooke Street West\, 7th floor\, 15–30 minutes before the workshop begins. \nFor online participants\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop starts. If you don’t see the email one hour before the start time\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/protect-your-work-negotiate-with-confidence/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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SUMMARY:10 Year-End Tax Planning Tips For Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Discover 10 strategies to boost savings\, cut costs\, and make smarter financial decisions.\nThis workshop is presented in English. \n💡 Make the most of your year-end tax planning with strategies specifically designed for small business owners. This interactive session will walk you through 10 actionable tips to help you save on taxes and optimize your financial outcomes before the year ends. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nDuring this workshop\, you’ll discover practical ways to manage your business finances while taking advantage of tax-saving opportunities. You’ll learn how to: \n\nClaim Business Expenses: Identify eligible expenses and deductions to lower your taxable income.\nAcquire Capital Assets Strategically: Plan purchases to maximize tax benefits and improve business operations.\nManage Debt Wisely: Understand debt repayment strategies that optimize cash flow and minimize tax liabilities.\nOwner’s Compensation: Decide between salary and dividends based on tax efficiency and personal goals.\nMaximize RRSP Contributions: Learn how RRSPs can reduce taxable income and support retirement planning.\nIncome-Splitting Techniques: Explore methods to distribute income among family members to lower overall tax obligations.\nOther expert strategies for year-end tax planning that you can implement immediately.\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis workshop is perfect for small business owners\, freelancers\, and self-employed professionals who want to gain clarity on complex tax rules\, make informed decisions\, and enhance their financial efficiency. Whether you are new to business ownership or have years of experience\, you’ll leave with actionable tips to improve your bottom line. \nWhy Attend\nTaxes don’t have to be overwhelming. Our goal is to simplify the process and give you practical steps to save money while staying compliant. By attending\, you’ll gain confidence in planning your finances\, making smarter business decisions\, and maximizing every dollar before the year closes. 🚀 \nDon’t Miss Out\n✨ Year-end is the perfect time to plan ahead. Reserve your spot today and take control of your business finances before the tax season begins! \nReserve Your Spot!\n\n🔗 Register now to boost savings\, cut costs\, and make smarter financial decisions. 🚀 \nAbout the speaker:\nRonika Khanna\, Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)\, Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, Founder of Montreal Financial\n \nRonika Khanna is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, and the founder of Montreal Financial. With previous roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers and ING Risk Management Limited\, Ronika launched her firm to provide accounting\, tax\, and financial consulting services primarily for small businesses\, startups\, freelancers\, and the self-employed.  \nHer approach is focused on simplifying financial complexities\, enhancing financial literacy\, and empowering business owners with the knowledge to manage their finances confidently. An author of several small business books\, Ronika also regularly contributes expert advice to various media outlets who are looking for guidance about small business and personal finance.  \n\n\nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program!\nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/year-end-tax-planning-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
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SUMMARY:Bookkeeping Essentials for Launching Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn Bookkeeping Essentials to Launch and Grow Your Business\n \nBookkeeping Essentials for Launching Your Business\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, January 13\, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nFormat: Online\nCost: $20 \nSpeaker: Maria Durant | Certified Bookkeeper and Vocational Accounting Teacher \nWhy Bookkeeping Matters\nStarting a business is exciting\, but without a strong financial foundation\, success can quickly slip away. That’s why it’s vital to learn bookkeeping essentials to launch and grow your business. This workshop is designed to help entrepreneurs\, freelancers\, and small business owners understand the fundamentals of bookkeeping and build lasting financial confidence. \nBookkeeping is more than just number crunching—it’s the backbone of a thriving business. Proper bookkeeping allows you to: \n\nMonitor your business growth\nCreate accurate financial statements\nTrack deductible expenses\nPrepare tax returns with confidence\nLegitimize your filings with government authorities\n\nEven if you choose to outsource your bookkeeping\, having a working knowledge of the essentials ensures you remain in control of your business operations. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nIn this interactive session\, you’ll gain clarity on: \n\nThe difference between Bookkeepers and Accountants\nHow to set up your bookkeeping system from registering your business number to GST/QST compliance\nPreparing and filing your taxes correctly\nThe pros and cons of the top three bookkeeping software solutions\n\nWhy Attend?\nUnderstanding the steps of bookkeeping will give you the confidence that you’ve covered your bases. By participating in this workshop\, you’ll leave with practical strategies and the assurance that your business finances are in order. Whether you’re launching a new business or looking to improve your current systems\, this session will equip you with the knowledge you need. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn bookkeeping essentials to launch and grow your business. Secure your spot today and unlock a wealth of invaluable insights and resources for only $20.00* \nPre-registration is required \nRegister Now!\nThis workshop is available online and is available in English. \n \nAbout the speaker\nMaria Durant has over 15 years of experience as a bookkeeper\, which has led her to work with many notable businesses throughout Montreal\, the US\, and internationally. Maria Durant\, who owns and operates her own small business\, has shown that a thorough bookkeeping system is essential for the success of any business. Along with her role as an entrepreneur and bookkeeper\, Maria Durant is also a vocational accounting teacher. \nThrough her commitment to teaching\, she has been able to leverage her experience as a bookkeeper and provide students with the hands-on approach they need to be successful in the accounting program. \nIn addition to raising her children\, Maria Durant studies part-time at the University of Sherbrooke\, where she plans to earn a bachelor’s degree in Professional Education. \nOnce you have registered for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour prior to the start time of the workshop. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \nThe Community Empowerment Literacy Initiative (CELI) is sponsored by TALQ in collaboration with Literacy Quebec and funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Skills for Success Program. \n \n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learn-bookkeeping-essentials-to-launch-and-grow-your-business/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
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SUMMARY:Making Art Work: Build Income\, Credibility and Visibility
DESCRIPTION:  \nTurn Your Passion into Success: Build Income\, Credibility\, and Visibility as an Artist!\n  \nAre you ready to build a sustainable artistic career? This two-part workshop provides essential tools to help artists strengthen their professional presence\, gain visibility\, and take actionable steps toward career growth. Led by Caroline Gauthier\, MBA\, HEC & YES Artist Business Coach\, these sessions will help you build income\, credibility and visibility as an artist. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn\nThis workshop will help you develop:\n\nProfessional Identity & Branding: Define your artistic vision and craft a compelling portfolio that reflects your unique voice.\nMarketing\, Outreach & Credibility: Learn how to connect with your audience\, position your work effectively\, and build recognition in your field.\nCareer Planning & Productivity Tools: Implement structured time management and goal-setting techniques to stay focused and make steady progress.\n\n\nWorkshop Details\n\nPart 1: Wednesday\, January 14 – Building Your Artistic Identity\nThis session focuses on the fundamentals of establishing a professional presence. \nYou’ll learn how to:\n✔ Develop a strong portfolio with essential artist documents (CV\, bio\, statement\, project descriptions)\n✔ Craft a compelling personal brand that reflects your values and artistic vision\n✔ Strengthen your online presence and visibility across platforms\n✔ Build credibility and create opportunities for professional recognition \nPart 2: Wednesday\, January 21 – Structuring Your Career for Success\nThis session provides practical tools to help you turn your plans into action. \nDiscover how to:\n✔ Implement time management techniques like time blocking and action planning to boost productivity\n✔ Develop a step-by-step approach to reaching your career goals\n✔ Design an effective marketing plan that enhances visibility and engagement\n✔ Establish financial habits that support career sustainability \nWhy Attend?\nWhether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your career\, this workshop is packed with actionable insights and proven methods to help you achieve your artistic goals. \n  \nRegister Today!\nDon’t wait to make art work for you—register now and start building a sustainable career today! \n  \nReserve Your Spot!\n  \nAbout the speaker\nCaroline Gauthier first began her training as an opera singer\, earning her music degree at Université de Montréal\, before transitioning into theatre and film. Being of an entrepreneurial spirit\, she soon began producing stage shows and short films and co-founding a film collective\, where she saw her films selected in festivals in Canada\, Europe and the United States. After a 12-year career in arts and media\, realizing that managing and coordinating were among her core strengths\, Caroline chose to pursue her passion for business by completing an MBA at HEC Montreal.  \nKnown for her practicality\, empathy\, and rigor as well as for her ability for analysis and synthesis\, Caroline Gauthier has long combined her creative sensibilities with her highly rational mindset in order to move projects forward both in the artistic realm as well as in the nonprofit sector.    \nAs an artist business coach\, she brings to the table her knack for structure\, forging a vision and seeing things through. She is thrilled to use her business and creative skills to put them at the service of artist-entrepreneurs and help them with their projects\, from ideation to fruition.  \n\nRegister Now!\n\n  \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nFor online participants\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop starts. If you don’t see the email one hour before the start time\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for Artists\, click here. \nThis low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/build-income-credibility-and-visibility-as-an-artist/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Evening
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260120T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20250828T191542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T212506Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of (Real) Listening: Why VoC* is Your Business Edge
DESCRIPTION:The Art of (Real) Listening: Why VoC is Your Business Edge\n\nDate: Tuesday\, January 20\nTime: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nLocation: Online\nSpeaker: Tammy Labrecque\, Customer Experience Advisor\nCost: Free\n\nWhy Voice of Customer (VoC) Matters\nIn today’s competitive market\, listening to your customers isn’t optional. Instead\, it is what sets thriving businesses apart. Additionally\, the Voice of Customer (VoC) approach gives you clear insight into what your customers are saying\, feeling\, and needing. By capturing and acting on feedback\, you can turn insights into strategies that strengthen loyalty. Moreover\, these strategies help create lasting value and drive measurable growth for your business. \n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\nThis interactive workshop with Customer Experience Advisor Tammy Labrecque will teach practical ways to leverage VoC. For example\, you will learn how to collect customer feedback\, analyze insights\, and close the loop by taking action that matters. Whether your goal is to improve customer relationships or build a customer-first culture\, this workshop provides actionable tools. You can implement these strategies immediately in your business. \n\n\nKey Takeaways\n\nPractical methods to capture and analyze customer feedback\nHow to transform customer insights into smarter decisions\nSteps to close the feedback loop and inspire loyalty\nBuilding a sustainable\, customer-centric business culture\n\n\n\nRegister Today\nDon’t miss this opportunity to make listening your ultimate business edge. Sign up for this free online workshop. You will learn how to build stronger relationships\, deliver standout experiences\, and unlock growth. Additionally\, you’ll gain insights that can improve customer satisfaction and business results immediately. \n\n\nSecure Your Spot!\n\n🔗 Register now and take your business to the next level! 🚀 \nAbout the speaker:\nTammy Labrecque\, Customer Experience Advisor \nTammy’s customer experience journey began unexpectedly at 16\, with a speeding ticket and a quick job at McDonald’s. What started as necessity became an eight-year crash course in service excellence\, teaching her that quality\, consistency\, and putting the customer first drive success. From there\, she expanded into high-pressure call center sales and went on to lead teams of 10 to 200+ across industries including online security\, travel\, healthcare\, and retail. Her leadership and workflow designs have consistently boosted satisfaction scores\, lifetime value\, and order sizes — proving that prioritizing customers leads to measurable results. \nTwelve years ago\, Tammy founded USUS Labs\, where she pioneered “customer experience stress testing\,” mapping real customer journeys to reveal friction and transform interactions. Beyond her corporate work\, she applies these principles in the community\, volunteering with local organizations and serving as President of HOPE food bank. Her story shows that service excellence is universal — from Big Macs to big brands. \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program!\nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop. \nThe Community Empowerment Literacy Initiative (CELI) is sponsored by TALQ in collaboration with Literacy Quebec and funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Skills for Success Program.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/voice-of-customer-workshop/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20250826T195144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T160021Z
UID:88616-1769538600-1769545800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Leveraging AI Tools and Platforms to Help You Scale Your Outreach
DESCRIPTION:Revolutionize Your Outreach with AI Tools\n  \nDiscover how to revolutionize your outreach with AI tools in this engaging online workshop. Taking place on Tuesday\, January 27\, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM\, this session is led by Peter Sabapathy\, AI Solutions Specialist at Bane Consulting. You’ll learn how to harness the power of cutting-edge AI tools to scale your outreach efforts and maximize your impact. \n  \nExplore the Latest AI Tools and Platforms\nThis workshop introduces you to innovative tools that can transform your outreach strategies: \n\nClay and Smartlead AI: Streamline and scale your outbound communications.\nLinkedIn and Sales Navigator Integration: Leverage AI-powered applications to enhance your efficiency.\n\n\nCreate Engaging Content Faster\nContent creation is essential for effective outreach\, and AI can help you do it better and faster. During the session\, you’ll explore: \n\nCanva: Effortlessly design professional visuals for your campaigns.\nChatGPT: Generate personalized messaging and impactful content in seconds.\n\n\nAddressing Risks and Challenges\nWhile AI tools offer unparalleled benefits\, it’s important to understand their risks. This workshop will also cover: \n\nEthical considerations in AI use.\nEnsuring data security and maintaining content accuracy.\n\n\nWhy You Should Attend\nWhether you’re an entrepreneur\, marketer\, or professional\, this workshop is designed for anyone eager to revolutionize their outreach with AI tools. Gain practical insights\, learn new strategies\, and leave ready to supercharge your efforts. \n\nRegister Today\nDon’t miss this opportunity to revolutionize your outreach with AI tools. Reserve your spot now for just $20 and take your strategies to the next level. \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and available online. \n  \nSign Up Here\n  \nAbout the speaker\nWith over 15 years of expertise in sales and marketing\, Peter brings a wealth of knowledge in creating and implementing effective sales strategies.  \nHis proficiency in software sales and business development is matched by his commitment to fostering strong client relationships and delivering tailored solutions.  \nAt this workshop\, Peter will share his insights on leveraging AI to create compelling marketing content and strategies that resonate in today’s competitive digital world.  \nHis practical\, results-oriented approach will provide attendees with valuable skills and strategies to enhance their online presence and marketing effectiveness.  \n  \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/revolutionize-your-outreach-with-ai-tools-2/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20251210T162834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T225402Z
UID:91805-1770143400-1770150600@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! Irreplaceable by Design: Shape Your Differentiation
DESCRIPTION:  \nBoost Your Business Strategy: Learn How to Differentiate and Position Your Brand \nTo grow effectively\, you need a competitive edge—and that starts with true differentiation. In this workshop\, you’ll Boost Your Business Strategy: Learn how to differentiate and Position Your Brand by identifying what truly sets you apart and why customers should choose you over alternatives. \nClarify the Real Value Your Business Delivers\nEvery successful business solves a meaningful problem. In this hands-on session\, you’ll pinpoint the “job” your product or service is hired to do and uncover the deeper value drivers behind customer decisions. By examining the outcomes your customers care about most\, you will gain clarity on the benefits that differentiate you in a crowded market. \nUnderstand Your Competitive Landscape\nDifferentiation requires context. You’ll map your competitive landscape to identify where your strengths lie\, where gaps exist\, and where opportunities emerge. This process helps you evaluate your position objectively and reveals ways to build a defensible space in the market—whether that’s through experience\, simplicity\, innovation\, or trust. \nTurn Differentiation Into Messaging That Works\nKnowing your advantage is one thing—communicating it is another. This session helps you turn strategic insights into crisp messaging that captures your value quickly and convincingly. You’ll also learn how to test your differentiation with customers\, partners\, and investors to ensure it resonates in real-world scenarios. \nWalk Away With Strategic Tools You Can Use Right Away\n\nA one-page Positioning Canvas\nA concise “Moat” summary outlining your competitive edge\nA draft value narrative tailored to your growth goals\n\nThis workshop is ideal for founders and executive teams seeking sharper messaging\, stronger pricing power\, and a more confident market position. If you want to build clarity\, stand out\, and position your business for long-term growth\, this session is for you. \nEvent Details\nSpeaker: Mario Ramadan\, Innovation & Differentiation Expert \nDate & Time: Tuesday\, February 3 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nFormat: Online. This workshop is presented in English. \nCost: $20.00* \nSign Up Here\n  \nAbout the speaker: \nMario Ramadan founded Trailblazed Ventures Inc. and is a seasoned expert in innovation\, differentiation\, and design thinking. With over a decade of leading innovative projects\, he has a proven track record in managing emerging technologies\, developing user experience strategies\, and executing large-scale projects\, including AlUla’s Private Jet Hangar\, Al Manara Observatory UX plans\, and the first UNESCO World Heritage site in the metaverse.  \nMario assists entrepreneurs and organizations in scaling to become global innovators. His earlier achievements include guiding startup cohorts to win $330\,000 in competitions\, delivering market-ready products\, tripling donor funding for innovation initiatives\, and raising $30 million for various businesses. Mario created and launched “The Nucleus\,” a business accelerator ranked as the #1 in emerging markets in 2017 by Seedstars\, and has two national publications on entrepreneurship and innovation\, as featured in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor.  \nOne registered\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop starts. If you don’t see the email one hour before the start time\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learn-how-to-differentiate-and-position-your-brand/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20241209T201237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T182358Z
UID:78030-1770748200-1770755400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Tax Tips for Individuals in Business and the Benefits of Incorporation
DESCRIPTION:Learn Essential Tax Tips for Your Small Business\n  \nTaxes are a critical part of running a business\, but they don’t have to be intimidating. In this workshop\, you’ll learn essential tax tips for your small business\, practical strategies to take control of your business taxes and approach tax season with confidence. \nLed by Ronika Khanna\, CPA\, CFA\, and founder of Montreal Financial\, this workshop is perfect for entrepreneurs at any stage—whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your financial practices. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n  \nExplore Allowable Expenses and Deductions\nFind out which business expenses you can claim to lower your taxable income and keep more of your hard-earned money. \nMaster Bookkeeping Best Practices\nOrganize your records effectively and ensure you’re prepared for any tax audits with proven bookkeeping strategies. \nUnderstand the Filing Process\nDemystify the step-by-step process of filing your business taxes and ensure compliance with tax regulations. \nLearn the Benefits of Incorporation\nDiscover how incorporation can influence your tax responsibilities\, financial planning\, and business growth. \n\nWhy This Workshop Matters\n  \nTaxes are inevitable\, but this workshop equips you with the knowledge to handle them efficiently. Ronika Khanna will share expert advice\, highlight common mistakes to avoid\, and answer your questions to help you navigate your tax obligations confidently. \n\nTake Action Today\n  \nJoin us on Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026\, and leave with actionable tips to simplify your tax season and position your business for success. Don’t let taxes hold you back—embrace these essential tax tips for your small business and take control of your financial future! \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is available online. \n  \nSign Up Here\n  \nAbout the speaker:\nRonika Khanna is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, and the founder of Montreal Financial. With previous roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers and ING Risk Management Limited\, Ronika launched her firm to provide accounting\, tax\, and financial consulting services primarily for small businesses\, startups\, freelancers\, and the self-employed.  \nHer approach is focused on simplifying financial complexities\, enhancing financial literacy\, and empowering business owners with the knowledge to manage their finances confidently. Ronika is an author of several small business books. She also regularly contributes expert advice to various media outlets who are looking for guidance about small business and personal finance.  \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learn-essential-tax-tips-for-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20260122T163718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T194839Z
UID:92526-1770919200-1770926400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Change! Your Superpower: The Foundation for Your Future
DESCRIPTION:Change! The Career Skill No One Can Afford to Ignore\nA multi-session learning series\nChange! Your Superpower – The Foundation for Your Future\nFebruary 12 | 6:00–8:00 pm (EST)\nOnline | Live-streamed webinar\n\n\nReserve your spot\nRegistration required\n\n\n\nBuild the skills to navigate career change with clarity and confidence\n\nChange isn’t something that’s coming later — it’s already here. Careers no longer unfold in straight lines\, and most people aren’t navigating one shift at a time\, but several at once. Learning how to respond to change with clarity\, confidence\, and resilience is no longer optional — it’s a core career skill.\n\nThis session introduces change-readiness as something you can build\, strengthen\, and use strategically at any stage of your career. Whether you’re navigating job uncertainty\, a career transition\, or a job search\, this session will help you respond to change with clarity and confidence — without burning out.\n\nWhat you’ll learn in this session\n\n• Strengthen your ability to adapt during career transitions and job searches• Respond to uncertainty with clearer decision-making• Build resilience without burning out• Apply practical tools you can use immediately \nWho this session is for\n• Professionals navigating career change or job uncertainty• Job seekers feeling stuck or overwhelmed• Anyone wanting to build long-term career resilience \n\n\n\nAbout the Change! learning series\n\nChange! is a multi-session learning series that reframes change as a practical career skill — one that can be practiced\, strengthened\, and applied over time. Each session builds on the last\, offering a roadmap for adapting with clarity\, resilience\, and intention in a rapidly evolving world of work.\n  \nMeet your facilitator: Megan Hunter\n\nMegan is the Founder and Executive Strategist of Hunter Health Promotion & Creative. She helps organizations move beyond performative well-being toward meaningful\, human-centered change. Megan is a qualitative researcher and former National Trainer for Psychological Health & Safety in the Workplace. She brings 20 years of experience in workplace health promotion and has trained more than 2\,000 leaders across sectors. Known for her creative\, accessible approach to complex systems change\, Megan blends evidence\, storytelling\, and design thinking to strengthen psychological safety and agency within organizations. \nMegan holds a Master of Science in Health Promotion and Socio-Behavioural Sciences\, with research focused on mental health and psychological health & safety during COVID-19. She is a co-author of Teacher Take Care and an illustrator for the Misty River Valley Fairies book series. \nReserve your spot \n\nRegistration required\n\n\nWorkshop details\n\nLive online webinarPresented in English \nOnce you register\, you’ll receive an email with instructions to join. If you don’t see it an hour before the session\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \n\n\n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/build-career-change-skills-to-thrive-in-an-uncertain-future/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260218T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20241210T163613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T191822Z
UID:78152-1771439400-1771446600@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Money Matters: Tax Tips for Artists
DESCRIPTION:  \nTake Control of Your Finances with These Essential Tax Tips for Artists!\n  \nTax season doesn’t have to be stressful! Whether you’re a self-employed artist\, creative\, or entrepreneur\, this online workshop will equip you with essential tax tips for artists to help you navigate your income tax return with confidence. Join Susanna Oreskovic\, CPA\, on Wednesday\, February 18\, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM\, for this informative session tailored to the unique needs of artists and creatives. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nThis workshop will guide you through the essentials of tax preparation\, including: \n\nIncome Reporting: Understand how to report freelance\, employment income\, grants\, and royalties.\nDeductions and Credits: Discover allowable expenses and credits that can maximize your tax savings.\nRecord Keeping: Learn about the required documents and best practices for staying organized.\n\n\nWhy It’s Important\nFor self-employed individuals\, managing taxes can be complex. This workshop is designed to simplify the process by providing actionable strategies and practical tips to minimize income tax while ensuring compliance with tax laws. \n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis workshop is ideal for: \n\nSelf-employed artists\nCreative professionals\nEntrepreneurs looking to streamline their tax preparation process\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to master your taxes and take control of your finances. Reserve your spot now and make this tax season your most confident yet! \n\nRegister Today!\nDon’t miss this opportunity to master your taxes and take control of your finances. Reserve your spot now and make this tax season your most confident yet! \nReserve Your Spot!\n  \nAbout the Speaker\nGuest speaker: Susanna Oreskovic\, CPA  \nAbout the speaker\n Susanna Oreskovic is a CPA tax specialist with over twenty years of experience.  An artist herself\, she understands the challenges of artist entrepreneurs and is dedicated to help artists feel more confident in their tax and fiscal matters. www.susannaoreskovic.com   \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\nPre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and is available in person as well as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nIf you registered for the in-person workshop\, please arrive at the YES office\, located at 666 Sherbrooke Street West\, 7th floor\, 15–30 minutes before the workshop begins. \nFor online participants\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop starts. If you don’t see the email one hour before the start time\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/tax-tips-for-artists-2/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20250919T160654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T221724Z
UID:89152-1771957800-1771965000@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Scale Smarter: Using Data & KPI's To Drive Growth & Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Boost Your Business Growth with Data & KPIs\nMany entrepreneurs face a common challenge: a lack of structured\, data-informed methods to track progress\, identify key growth drivers\, and make smart strategic decisions. Boost Your Business Growth with Data & KPIs is a hands-on workshop designed to give you the practical know-how to apply KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and OKRs (Objectives & Key Results) to grow your business effectively. \nWhy Data-Driven Decision Making Matters\nWhile operational guidance is often available\, applying frameworks like KPIs and OKRs requires practical experience. Without a solid foundation in data analytics\, it’s easy for entrepreneurs to lose sight of what’s working and what’s not. This workshop addresses that gap\, helping participants make informed decisions and measure progress in real time. \nWhat You Will Learn\nIdentify & Track Key Business Metrics\nParticipants will explore how to determine the right KPIs for their business\, track performance consistently\, and analyze trends to inform strategic choices. This ensures you focus on the metrics that truly drive growth. \nImplement OKRs to Drive Strategic Growth\nThe workshop also dives into how to implement OKRs to set clear objectives and measurable outcomes. By linking goals to KPIs\, entrepreneurs can align their team\, focus on priority initiatives\, and accelerate results. \nMonitor Progress with Performance Dashboards\nLearn to use dashboards to monitor KPIs and OKRs in real time\, allowing you to quickly identify successes and areas needing improvement. This hands-on approach ensures actionable insights are always at your fingertips. \nInteractive Q&A & Personalized Action Plan\nThe session concludes with a Q&A and guidance to create a personalized action plan. Attendees will leave ready to apply data-driven decision-making strategies immediately\, ensuring their business scales smarter and more efficiently. \nEvent Details\nSpeaker: Mario Ramadan\, Innovation & Differentiation Expert \nDate & Time: Tuesday\, February 24\, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nFormat: Online. This workshop is presented in English. \nCost: $20.00* \nSign Up Here\n  \nAbout the speaker: \nMario Ramadan founded Trailblazed Ventures Inc. and is a seasoned expert in innovation\, differentiation\, and design thinking. With over a decade of leading innovative projects\, he has a proven track record in managing emerging technologies\, developing user experience strategies\, and executing large-scale projects\, including AlUla’s Private Jet Hangar\, Al Manara Observatory UX plans\, and the first UNESCO World Heritage site in the metaverse.  \nMario assists entrepreneurs and organizations in scaling to become global innovators. His earlier achievements include guiding startup cohorts to win $330\,000 in competitions\, delivering market-ready products\, tripling donor funding for innovation initiatives\, and raising $30 million for various businesses. Mario created and launched “The Nucleus\,” a business accelerator ranked as the #1 in emerging markets in 2017 by Seedstars\, and has two national publications on entrepreneurship and innovation\, as featured in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor.  \nOne registered\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop starts. If you don’t see the email one hour before the start time\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/boost-your-business-growth-with-data-kpis/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20260205T152021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T200150Z
UID:92839-1772128800-1772139600@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Business Real Talk: Mission to Market — Turning Purpose into Profit
DESCRIPTION:Business Real Talk: Mission to Market — Turning Purpose into Profit\nReal Conversations. Real Solutions. Real Connections.\nMission to Market — Turning Purpose into Profit is a Business Real Talk event designed for entrepreneurs and founders who want to scale purpose-driven businesses while staying profitable. \nIn today’s landscape\, sustainability in business isn’t a trend — it’s a business advantage that customers\, retailers\, and investors increasingly expect. \nBut how do you build a purpose-driven company that actually scales and stays profitable? \nJoin us for our next Business Real Talk event focused on one big question: How do you turn purpose into real business growth? \nRESERVE YOUR SPOT\nThis panel brings together entrepreneurs and experts who’ve built\, scaled\, and learned the hard way — turning ethical innovation into revenue-driven businesses across green chemistry\, circular manufacturing\, retail and global strategy. \n🎙️ Moderated by Arron Neal (Strategist\, Writer & Speaker\, Montreal Gazette) \nThe conversation goes beyond inspiration to unpack what actually works: the wins\, the hard lessons\, and the real business impact of being mission-led. \n💡 What You’ll Learn\n\nHow founders turned sustainability into a real competitive edge\nWhat it actually takes to scale a purpose-driven product\nWhere mission helps growth — and where it can slow you down\nHow ethical brands attract customers\, partners\, and investors\n\n🔥 Featured Speakers\nModerator: Arron Neal (Strategist\, Writer & Speaker\, Montreal Gazette) \nPanel: \n\nNivatha Balendra — Founder & CEO\, Dispersa\nNatasha Liberman Santos — Co‑Founder\, Recycla\nChristopher Magnone — Co‑Founder & CEO\, Temple Lifestyle Brands\nMark Cigos — Co‑Founder & VP\, Business Development\, Temple Lifestyle Brands\nLea Hein — Risk Management Consultant & Ripples Montreal Sustainability Lead\, EY; Board Member\, Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation (Canada)\n\nDiscover more about our speakers and panelists here\n🍸 Why Attend?\nThis Business Real Talk event is for entrepreneurs who want to grow a purpose-driven business while staying profitable and creating real impact. \nIf you’re building a values-driven company — and want it to succeed financially too — this is a must-attend conversation. \n📍 Event Details\nDate: Thursday\, February 26\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nLocation: MEM – Centre des mémoires montréalaises | 1200\, Boul. Saint-Laurent\, Montréal (Québec) H2X 2S5 \nPrice: $30  \nEnjoy refreshments provided by Thirsty Buddha Drinks and RISE Kombucha—your ticket also gives you access to delicious hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary beverage. \nGET YOUR TICKET\nPlease note: Presentation will be delivered in English. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. The ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program is made possible thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and the support of our program partner\, York University.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/turn-purpose-into-profit/
LOCATION:MEM – Centre des mémoires montréalaises\, 1200\, Boul. Saint-Laurent\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H2X 2S5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260311T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260311T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20260115T204934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T155148Z
UID:92391-1773253800-1773261000@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Pay Your Bills With Your Art
DESCRIPTION:Turn Your Art Into Income: Learn How to Pay Your Bills With Your Creative Practice\nPay Your Bills With Your Art is a hands-on workshop designed for artists who want to earn sustainable income from their creative work. When people talk about choosing art as a career\, the first question is often\, “How will you pay your bills?” This workshop offers practical answers. \nMaking a living as an artist is possible\, but it requires strategy\, intention\, and consistency. In this session\, you’ll learn how to build a brand\, position your work\, and create income opportunities that align with your artistic values. \nBuild a Sustainable Income From Your Art\nThis workshop explores real-world strategies artists use to earn income through their practice. You’ll learn how to diversify revenue streams\, price your work confidently\, and connect with audiences who value what you create. \nPay Your Bills With Your Art also helps shift your mindset—supporting you in treating your art as a professional practice\, not just a passion. \nLearn From a Working Artist and Educator\nLed by Kamar Thomas\, artist\, author\, and Professor of Art at Centennial College\, this workshop blends lived experience with practical guidance. Kamar also teaches at the Visual College of Art and Design. \nYou’ll learn how to leverage social media\, work with galleries and art dealers\, and build visibility while staying true to your creative voice. \nIf you’re ready to take your art seriously and build financial stability doing what you love\, this workshop is for you. \nAbout the speaker:\nKamar Thomas is a fine artist\, Professor\, and upcoming author from Port Antonio\, Jamaica He is currently a Professor of Art at Centennial College and Foundations Lecturer at Visual College of Art and Design. He graduated with a Master’s in Fine Art from the University of Connecticut in 2016 and a BA from Wesleyan University in 2012 where he became interested in how people present themselves\, the masks they wear\, and the differences between who/what is presented and how people really are.  \nKamar’s creative output broadly concerns identity\, specifically black masculinity. He makes series of oil on canvas paintings and drawings that examine how self-presentation changes\, from the perspective of masks\, performances\, and a mixture of both masks and a performance within a cultural narrative. Series of such titles as me\, myself and i\, Selfies\, Schizophrenic Masculinity\, Shizomaica\, and MYTH are ongoing projects that seek to communicate identity as a complex phenomenon. Kamar has collaborated with several charitable foundations that work with Indigenous populations and those in need\, namely the Artist for World Peace Foundation and the Jamie Hulley Fund for the Arts through auctions\, murals\, prizes and numerous fundraisers. He continues to collaborate with Université Laval to help scientists communicate research in Polar Science.  He has recently published his first book “The Artist’s Creative Vision.”  \nPre-registration is required. Available in English and as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nInvest in yourself and your art for only $20.00* \nRegister Now!\nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour prior to the start time of the workshop. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \nTo learn more about our services for Artists\, click here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/pay-your-bills-with-your-art/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20260121T210355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T204521Z
UID:92507-1773772200-1773779400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Unapologetically Well: Take Better Care of Yourself\, While Taking Care of Your Venture
DESCRIPTION:Lead Your Venture Without Burnout: Reclaim Your Energy and Thrive as an Entrepreneur\nThis workshop teaches participants how to integrate wellness as a strategic system. Doing so ensures energy\, focus\, and creativity are aligned with the growth of their business. \nIn this session\, you’ll discover how to lead your venture without burnout by anchoring your decisions to your “Why”. We’ll also discuss managing energy effectively and creating a sustainable rhythm of work. This workshop emphasizes practical tools for self-support and decision-making\, allowing founders to build businesses that thrive in harmony with their own well-being. \nEnergy as Strategy and Purpose-Anchored Leadership\nWe’ll explore energy as a core strategy. Participants will learn simple\, sustainable habits and nervous system regulation tools to maintain focus\, protect energy\, and reduce stress. This approach allows women entrepreneurs to make clearer decisions and maintain momentum without depletion. \nThe session also covers purpose-anchored leadership\, teaching attendees to use their “Why” as a filter for decision-making. By aligning actions with core values\, participants strengthen confidence\, reduce overwhelm\, and ensure their business evolves in alignment with what matters most. \nBoundaries\, Self-Support\, and Business Design\nA central focus of this workshop is integrating boundaries and self-support into business operations. Participants learn practical frameworks for time management\, prioritization\, and consistency. By designing their business around capacity and well-being\, women can show up fully without sacrificing personal health. \nBy the end of the workshop\, attendees will leave equipped with: \n\nEnergy as Strategy – tools and habits to maintain focus and momentum without burnout\nPurpose-Anchored Leadership – decision-making strategies anchored in their “Why”\nBoundaries & Self-Support – practical rituals and frameworks to sustain themselves and their venture\nThis session empowers women founders to reclaim their schedules\, make aligned decisions\, and build ventures that thrive while maintaining personal wellness.\n\nSpeaker: Peggy Korban\, Coach\, Growth and Clarity Facilitator\, Founder\, Heal Thyself  \n\n\n\nSign Up Today!\n\n🔗 Register now and take your business to the next level! 🚀 \nAbout the speaker:\nPeggy is a wellness advocate who blends structure\, heartfelt listening\, and a commitment to real\, tangible results. With a background in teaching and training\, she brings clarity\, compassion\, and depth to every space she leads. The realm of wellness remains at the heart of her mission\, guiding her work as she supports individuals and founders in reconnecting with themselves\, strengthening their resilience\, and creating lives and businesses that thrive from the inside out \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program!\nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/lead-your-venture-without-burnout/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20251002T162458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T150833Z
UID:89609-1774377000-1774384200@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Level Up Your Outreach: Learn To Leverage Linkedin And Reddit
DESCRIPTION:Boost Your B2B Outreach: Level Up LinkedIn & Reddit for Real Leads\nLearn how to boost your B2B outreach on LinkedIn and Reddit with expert guidance from Peter Sabapathy of Bane Consulting Services. This workshop goes beyond basic tips to teach you how to generate qualified leads\, build credibility\, and engage authentically in the communities where your prospects spend their time. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n1. Profile Optimization\n\nCreate compelling LinkedIn profiles for personal and company brands.\nDesign profiles that speak directly to your target prospects and attract the right attention.\n\n2. Lead Generation (Without the Spam)\n\nUse LinkedIn Sales Navigator and free tools to build smart\, targeted lead lists.\nUnderstand how Reddit can surface buying signals without cold DMs or hard selling.\n\n3. Networking & Community Engagement\n\nConnect strategically with ideal profiles on LinkedIn without being pushy.\nEngage with Reddit communities effectively—by providing value\, not pitches.\nFind the subreddits where your buyers hang out and start authentic conversations.\n\n4. Content That Builds Credibility\n\nCreate content that earns trust and drives engagement across LinkedIn and Reddit.\nPosition yourself as a thought leader while respecting each platform’s culture.\n\nWhy Attend?\nLinkedIn is unmatched for B2B visibility and lead generation\, while Reddit provides candid insights about buyer needs. By attending this session\, you’ll learn to boost your B2B outreach without being “that guy” in the DMs. \nWho Should Attend?\n\nFounders and business owners seeking real feedback\, not vanity metrics.\nSales professionals wanting to connect authentically.\nMarketers aiming to grow reach and credibility in high-signal communities.\nAnyone curious about ethically using Reddit and LinkedIn together for leads and engagement.\n\nWorkshop Details\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, March 24 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nFormat: Online | $20.00*\nSpeaker: Peter Sabapathy\, AI Solutions Specialist @ Bane Consulting \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and available online. \nSign Up Here\nAbout the speaker\nWith over 15 years of expertise in sales and marketing\, Peter brings a wealth of knowledge in creating and implementing effective sales strategies.  \nHis proficiency in software sales and business development is matched by his commitment to fostering strong client relationships and delivering tailored solutions.  \nAt this workshop\, Peter will share his insights on leveraging AI to create compelling marketing content and strategies that resonate in today’s competitive digital world.  \nHis practical\, results-oriented approach will provide attendees with valuable skills and strategies to enhance their online presence and marketing effectiveness.  \n  \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/level-up-linkedin-reddit-for-real-leads/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20260116T173447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T214932Z
UID:92419-1774981800-1774989000@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! The Secret of Being Chosen - How Emotional Connection Makes You The Obvious Choice
DESCRIPTION:Grow Your Brand Through Emotional Connection — Learn How to Create Real Impact\nGrow Your Brand Through Emotional Connection — Learn how to create real impact in a fast-moving digital world where authenticity is often lost. \nWhy Emotional Connection Matters\nIn a digital world crowded with content\, accelerated by AI\, and driven by speed\, brands are producing more than ever\, yet connecting less. As creation becomes faster\, authenticity is often lost\, and many brands confuse volume and performance with real impact. \nThe result is sameness\, visual fatigue\, and emotional numbness. People are no longer choosing what is technically “better.” They are craving human presence\, real intention\, and brands that make them feel something. \nWhat You Will Learn\nThe Psychology Behind Choice and Brand Memory\nThrough real examples\, interactive reflections\, and practical exercises\, participants will learn how emotional connection drives memory\, preference\, and choice\, and why comparison only happens when connection is missing. \n\nUnderstand why 95% of purchasing decisions happen subconsciously and how emotion influences choice before logic\nLearn how to create emotional associations that make their brand memorable\nWalk away with a practical framework to apply emotional connection to brand messaging\, content\, and visual presence\n\nWho This Talk Is For\nThis talk is designed to help entrepreneurs connect more deeply with their audience and become the brand people choose with confidence — not the one they compare. \nSpeaker\nSpeaker: Fernanda Ervilha\, Brand Designer specializing in Emotional Connection & Brand Essence. \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and available online. \nSign Up Here\nAbout the speaker\nFernanda Ervilha is a brand strategist and designer with over 17 years of experience helping entrepreneurs and purpose-driven businesses build brands that connect emotionally and stand out authentically. \nAs the founder of FDesign Mindful Branding\, Fernanda specializes in uncovering a brand’s essence and translating it into meaningful stories\, messaging\, and visual identities that people remember and choose. \nHer work sits at the intersection of branding\, human behavior\, and emotional connection\, guiding business owners to move beyond features and competition and instead build brands rooted in values\, feeling\, and human presence. \nFernanda believes that strong brands are not built by being louder or faster\, but by being felt. \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/grow-your-brand-through-emotional-connection/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260407T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260407T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20260213T210720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T150200Z
UID:93446-1775586600-1775593800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Startup Creation\, Rewritten: Building a Defensible AI Venture
DESCRIPTION:  \nBuilding a Defensible AI Venture: How to Create Long‑Term Competitive Advantage\nCheap prototypes are easy. Defensible startups are not. \nThis session goes beyond generic MVPs to explore how AI ventures create true data moats\, architectural trust\, and long-term defensibility. You’ll learn how leading founders think about risk\, bias\, hallucination\, and liability — and how these considerations shape product and business decisions from day one. \nYou’ll Learn How To:\n\nBuild data moats that can’t be easily replicated\nDesign trust and risk management into your AI architecture\nMove from “AI-powered” to truly defensible\n\nEvent Details\nSpeakers:\nFred Rouhani (Business Advisor\, YES)\nDr. Stefania Pecore (AI Expert\, UNESCO Women4Ethical AI Program; Executive Director\, Women Techmakers Montréal)\nDr. Elham Kheradmand (CEO\, Lucid Axion) \nDate & Time: Tuesday\, April 7\, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nFormat: Online. This workshop is presented in English. \nCost: $20.00* \nSign Up Here\nAbout Startup Creation\, Rewritten\nStartup Creation\, Rewritten is a three‑part speaker series revealing how the next generation of impactful startups is being built in an AI‑driven world. With smaller teams moving faster and traditional advantages disappearing\, this series breaks down what actually matters now — defensibility\, specialization\, and sharp execution. \nAcross three focused sessions\, you’ll learn practical frameworks\, explore real founder case studies\, and gain decision‑ready tools you can apply immediately. If you’re building or supporting a tech‑enabled venture and want to stay relevant\, competitive\, and fundable in 2026 and beyond\, this series is your roadmap. \nAbout the speakers:\nFred Rouhani (Business Advisor\, YES)\nFred helps organizations make the AI-native leap and equips entrepreneurs with an AI-native startup mindset. His work is built on one simple belief: Technology must serve as a force multiplier for human capability. \nHe sees a world reshaping in front of our eyes with humans and machines co-creating together. \n  \nDr. Stefania Pecore (AI Expert for UNESCO’s Women4Ethical AI Program\, Women Techmakers Montréal\, Executive Director)\nStefania is a recognized leader in inclusive communication and responsible AI.  Her career began by introducing the first AI and automatic translation subject at an Italian university. After earning her master’s and Ph.D. in Computer Science\, she applied her expertise in NLP and AI across diverse industries\, from education to video games. \nShe is a driving force behind implementing Data Governance frameworks and AI ethics principles in enterprise strategies\, often guided by UNESCO recommendations. She is passionate advocate for empowering women in tech. Stefania is an ambassador for Women Techmakers\, Women in AI\, and Women in Games. She currently serves as the Executive Director for Women Techmakers Montréal. Her commitment to ethical AI culminated in her appointment as an AI Expert for UNESCO’s Women4Ethical AI program\, and her subsequent election as an Ethical AI Expert Without Borders\, where she helps implement UNESCO’s Recommendation on the Ethics of AI worldwide. \nToday\, she supports several founders through Don’t Tech Stress with a precise mission in mind: to take care of the tech burden to let founders push their creativity to the next level. \nDr. Elham Kheradmand (Lucid Axion\, CEO)\nElham is a mathematician and AI researcher dedicated to advancing AI for social good\, with a focus on sustainable finance (ESG)\, climate change\, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). She holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics with a full GPA and has an excellent academic record\, earning numerous prestigious scholarships and awards. She has been recognized for her contributions with distinguished honors\, including ESG AI Leader of the Year 2022 and Women in AI Award winner (AI for social good) in North America in 2025.\n\nA thought leader in AI for sustainability\, Elham actively engages in discussions on the future of AI\, ESG\, and corporate accountability. She is shaping the intersection of technology and sustainable finance. Beyond her technical expertise\, she is passionate about empowering women in their personal and professional growth. She dedicates time to volunteer initiatives supporting this mission.\nOnce registered\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop starts. If you don’t see the email one hour before the start time\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/building-defensible-ai-venture/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005724
CREATED:20260217T172624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T182711Z
UID:93610-1776191400-1776198600@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Startup Creation\, Rewritten: The Path to Funding and Scale Through Hyper-Specialization
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Specialization: Build an AI Startup Investors Want\n  \nThe most successful AI startups aren’t building broad tools — they’re becoming essential intelligence partners for very specific markets. \nThis workshop explores how vertical and hyper-specialized AI companies attract funding\, scale faster\, and defend their position by solving high-value\, domain-specific problems. \nYou’ll learn how to:\n• Identify high-value niches investors care about\n• Use infrastructure and specialization as a competitive advantage\n• Position your startup for funding or sustainable revenue growth \nSpeakers:\nFred Rouhani (Business Advisor\, YES)\nAna Palacio Vélez (Founder\, Hannai: AI & Economic Integration)\nParisa Golchoubian (Founder & CEO\, Retide Labs) \nDate & Time: Tuesday\, April 14\, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nFormat: Online. This workshop is presented in English. \nCost: $20.00* \nSign Up Here\nAbout Startup Creation\, Rewritten\nStartup Creation\, Rewritten is a three‑part speaker series revealing how the next generation of impactful startups is being built in an AI‑driven world. With smaller teams moving faster and traditional advantages disappearing\, this series breaks down what actually matters now — defensibility\, specialization\, and sharp execution. \nAcross three focused sessions\, you’ll learn practical frameworks\, explore real founder case studies\, and gain decision‑ready tools you can apply immediately. If you’re building or supporting a tech‑enabled venture and want to stay relevant\, competitive\, and fundable in 2026 and beyond\, this series is your roadmap. \nAbout the speakers:\nFred Rouhani (Business Advisor\, YES)\nFred helps organizations make the AI-native leap and equips entrepreneurs with an AI-native startup mindset. His work is built on one simple belief: Technology must serve as a force multiplier for human capability. \nHe sees a world reshaping in front of our eyes with humans and machines co-creating together. \n  \nAna Palacio Vélez (Founder\, Hannai: AI & Economic Integration)\nAna is an entrepreneur and innovator with over 25 years of international experience in innovation\, business development\, and communications\, including the last five years in EdTech. Driven by a belief in the untapped talent of professional immigrant women\, Ana recognized a pattern where highly educated women are often overlooked due to fragmented access\, unclear career paths\, and a lack of professional networks.  She founded Clé Maîtresse and Hannai to address this gap. Her work focuses on using AI and human-centered design to foster genuine multidirectional integration\, moving beyond transactional interactions. Ana asserts that opening doors requires cultural affinity\, shared experiences\, and cultural intelligence\, building confidence and mutual recognition.  Ana aims to unlock the multi-billion-dollar potential identified in leading studies by making the talent of professional immigrant women visible and integrated\, positioning them as essential contributors to innovation\, economic growth\, and social justice now.  \nParisa Golchoubian (Retide Labs\, Founder and CEO) \nParisa is 4xfounder\, social entrepreneur\, engineer and artist\, environmental activist and NextAI 2025 allumni\, runs Retide Labs which is an award-winning Canadian OceanTech startup using AI\, data\, and robotics to map plastic pollution and guide global cleanup. Retide’s platform transforms satellite and ocean data into actionable intelligence for the blue economy.  \n  \n  \nOnce registered\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop starts. If you don’t see the email one hour before the start time\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/build-an-ai-startup-investors-want/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005725
CREATED:20260217T200626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T205823Z
UID:93638-1776796200-1776803400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Startup Creation\, Rewritten: Engineering Your Product-Market Fit and Go-to-Market
DESCRIPTION:How to Build Real Traction: Product-Market-Fit + Go‑to‑Market for AI Startups\n  \nSolving the right problem is only the beginning. \nIn today’s AI-driven environment\, success depends on achieving predictable Product-Market Fit and executing a focused\, aggressive Go-to-Market strategy. This session offers a measurable framework to help founders escape the AI commodity trap and build real traction. \nYou’ll Learn How to:\n\nEngineer PMF instead of guessing your way into it\nBuild a GTM strategy that supports specialization and scale\nAlign product\, sales\, and growth decisions early\n\nSpeakers:\nFred Rouhani (Business Advisor\, YES) \nMahsa Rezaei (Founder & CEO\, MamaNest — iNest\, AI Upskilling Solution) \nLin Sok (Founder & CEO\, Owni) \nDate & Time: Tuesday\, April 21\, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nFormat: Online. This workshop is presented in English. \nCost: $20.00* \nSign Up Here\n\nAbout Startup Creation\, Rewritten\nStartup Creation\, Rewritten is a three‑part speaker series revealing how the next generation of impactful startups is being built in an AI‑driven world. With smaller teams moving faster and traditional advantages disappearing\, this series breaks down what actually matters now — defensibility\, specialization\, and sharp execution. \nAcross three focused sessions\, you’ll learn practical frameworks\, explore real founder case studies\, and gain decision‑ready tools you can apply immediately. If you’re building or supporting a tech‑enabled venture and want to stay relevant\, competitive\, and fundable in 2026 and beyond\, this series is your roadmap. \nAbout the speakers:\nFred Rouhani (Business Advisor\, YES)\nFred helps organizations make the AI-native leap and equips entrepreneurs with an AI-native startup mindset. His work is built on one simple belief: Technology must serve as a force multiplier for human capability. \nHe sees a world reshaping in front of our eyes with humans and machines co-creating together. \n  \nMahsa Rezaei (MamaNest\, Founder and CEO) \nMahsa is a Social Entrepreneur and Tech Architect with over 15 years of experience\, starting as a BI Analyst and evolving into a leader in the AI upskilling space. Her career is defined by the belief that the future of work must include everyone. After recognizing that motherhood acts as a magnifier of systemic barriers for women\, Mahsa pivoted to solve the “Time Poverty” crisis in professional development. She is the Architect of iNest\, an AI Upskilling Router that builds the shortest path between learning and earning for time-starved professionals.  \nA passionate community builder\, Mahsa has spent the last six years cultivating ecosystems for growth. She is the founder of MamaNest\, the host of the MamaNest Podcast\, and the organizer of major initiatives like the HerCareerJourney Immigrant Women’s Career Conference and MamaTech AI Studio. Through her HerCareerLink monthly “career gym\,” she provides continuous networking and training opportunities in Montreal. Mahsa is also a dedicated contributor to the social impact sector\, supporting organizations like WEDO Canada\, HEC Montréal’s Social Business Creation\, and the Hannai Platform. She combines technical expertise with heart-led strategy to prove that career resilience and caregiving are not mutually exclusive. \nLin Sok (Owni\, Founder and CEO) \nLin Sok is the Co-Founder and CEO of OWNI.ai\, a proptech platform helping qualified individuals enter the real estate market sooner and more affordably through co-buying. She is a long-time financial advisor and the founder of Women & Money Montréal. Lin has supported thousands of women and professionals in navigating financial decisions\, building confidence\, and creating wealth on their own terms.  \nInspired by her work in the community and by shifting demographics\, Lin launched OWNI to make ownership possible again for hardworking Canadians who can’t afford to buy alone. She is recognized for her bold\, practical approach to wealth creation and her commitment to keeping real estate in the hands of communities and out of the hands of entities that prioritize profit over people.  \nOnce registered\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop starts. If you don’t see the email one hour before the start time\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/ai-startup-product-market-fit-go-to-market/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005725
CREATED:20250925T144944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T205416Z
UID:89285-1777401000-1777408200@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Crafting Content with Purpose: How to Create Value & Build An Audience
DESCRIPTION:Create Content That Connects – Learn to Build Trust and Engage Your Audience\nCreate content that connects and stops your audience mid-scroll! Join us on Tuesday\, April 28\, for an inspiring online seminar with Marlee Rabin\, a Private Aviation Interior Specialist at Maison Lipari\, who has created viral TikTok videos with over 15 million views. \nWhy This Workshop Matters\nIn today’s fast-paced digital world\, grabbing attention is harder than ever. This workshop will show you how to use short-form video content to create meaningful connections with your audience. You’ll discover how to build trust\, share real value\, and craft content that speaks directly to the people you want to reach. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nHow to create short-form video content that delivers genuine value\nTechniques to build trust and keep your audience engaged\nStrategies for connecting your content to your business goals\nTips from Marlee’s experience building viral TikTok videos\n\nWho Should Attend\nWhether you’re a business owner\, creative professional\, or entrepreneur\, you’ll leave with practical strategies to create content that supports your growth and helps you stand out online. \nEvent Details\nDate: Tuesday\, April 28\nFormat: Online seminar (presented in English)\nSpeaker: Marlee Rabin\, Private Aviation Interior Specialist @ Maison Lipari\nPre-registration is required. \nWhy You Shouldn’t Miss This\nThis session will help you move beyond just posting content for the sake of it. Learn how to craft videos that engage\, resonate\, and create loyal audiences who trust your message. \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is available in English and is online. \nSign Up Here\n\nAbout the speaker\nMarlee Rabin is a McGill University business graduate with a background in fashion\, marketing\, and entrepreneurship. She curates and outfits private aircrafts and luxury homes\, focusing on delivering an exceptional experience for each client.  \nWith over a decade of experience in brand strategy\, premium retail\, and e-commerce\, Marlee also has a proven track record in creating viral social media content\, including TikTok videos that have garnered over 15 million views. She combines creativity with a deep understanding of client service to drive lasting impact across both digital and physical spaces.    \n Once you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \nThis low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \nThe Community Empowerment Literacy Initiative (CELI) is sponsored by TALQ in collaboration with Literacy Quebec and funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Skills for Success Program.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learn-to-build-trust-and-engage-your-audience/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260505T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260505T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005725
CREATED:20250217T154223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T230044Z
UID:82354-1778005800-1778013000@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Essential Financial Skills to Build Confidence
DESCRIPTION:Essential Financial Skills to Build Confidence\nGain Control Over Your Business Finances 💡\nNavigating your business finances with confidence is crucial to growing your business\, and developing essential financial skills to build confidence is the first step. Understanding key financial principles helps entrepreneurs make informed decisions\, avoid costly mistakes\, and set realistic goals for success. \nJoin this interactive workshop\, led by Ronika Khanna\, CPA\, CFA\, founder of Montreal Financial\, to strengthen your financial literacy and run your business with confidence. 🌟 \nWhy Financial Confidence Matters 💰\nMany entrepreneurs struggle with financial uncertainty\, which can lead to stress and hinder growth. By improving your financial skills\, you gain:✅ Clarity on managing cash flow effectively✅ The ability to set achievable financial goals✅ Strategies to avoid common financial pitfalls \nClaim Your Spot Now!\n  \nWhat You’ll Learn 📖\n1. Improve Cash Flow Management 💵\nDiscover why cash flow is the lifeblood of your business and how to keep it healthy. \n2. Set Realistic Financial Goals 🎯\nLearn how to create clear\, achievable financial targets that support long-term growth. \n3. Avoid Costly Financial Mistakes ⚠️\nIdentify common financial missteps and how to prevent them to keep your business thriving. \nTake Action Today! 🚀\nWalk away with actionable insights\, practical tools\, and the confidence to make smarter financial decisions. Secure your spot today and start building a solid foundation for success! 🌱 \nRegister Today!\n\n\nAbout the speaker:\nRonika Khanna CPA\, CFA\nFounder of Montreal Financial \nRonika Khanna is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, and the founder of Montreal Financial. With previous roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers and ING Risk Management Limited\, Ronika launched her firm to provide accounting\, tax\, and financial consulting services primarily for small businesses\, startups\, freelancers\, and the self-employed. Her approach is focused on simplifying financial complexities\, enhancing financial literacy\, and empowering business owners with the knowledge to manage their finances confidently. An author of several small business books\, Ronika also regularly contributes expert advice to various media outlets who are looking for guidance about small business and personal finance.  \n  \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program! \nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/essential-financial-skills-to-build-confidence/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260506T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260506T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005725
CREATED:20241213T205611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T224223Z
UID:78931-1778092200-1778099400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:The Autonomous Artist: Releasing Music in the Digital Era
DESCRIPTION:Take Control of Your Music Career: Releasing Music in the Digital Era\nAre you ready to take control of your music career and thrive as an independent artist? In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape\, mastering the art of music distribution\, promotion\, and revenue generation is essential. Join us on Wednesday\, May 6\, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM\, for an online workshop\, “The Autonomous Artist: Releasing Music in the Digital Era.” \nLed by Stephen Voyce\, a multi-award-winning recording artist\, this interactive session will provide you with the tools and strategies to successfully release your music\, promote it effectively\, and explore diverse revenue streams. \nKey Topics Covered\nReleasing Your Music: Digital Distribution\nLearn how to release your music across top platforms like Spotify\, Apple Music\, and YouTube Music. Discover the best practices for choosing a digital distribution service\, optimizing royalties\, and ensuring your tracks reach a global audience. \nPromoting Your Release: Word of Mouth and Social Media\nPromotion is critical to your success. Master strategies for building excitement around your music release using social media\, engaging with fans\, and leveraging word-of-mouth campaigns to amplify your reach. \nCreating Opportunities: Multiple Revenue Streams\nGo beyond streaming royalties. Explore how to generate income through licensing\, merchandise\, live performances\, collaborations\, and more\, building a sustainable career in music. \nManagers and Publicists: When and Why to Hire\nConsidering building a team? Learn when to hire managers or publicists\, how they can boost your career\, and the value they bring to your overall success without compromising your independence. \nWhy You Should Attend\nThis workshop is perfect for independent artists looking to navigate the music industry confidently. You’ll walk away with practical knowledge\, actionable steps\, and the confidence to take control of your music career. \nDon’t miss this chance to elevate your music journey. Register today! \nSign Up Now!\nGuest speaker: Stephen Voyce\, Multi-Award-Winning Recording Artist  \nAbout the speaker:\nBorn on the moon\, raised on Mars\, stuck on Earth\, reaching for the Stars  These are the words tattooed on the chest of an artist whose career has been spent looking for himself. A career that was born in darkness but\, through a journey of self-exploration\, introspection and acceptance\, found its way to a brighter tomorrow.  \nWith an ever growing following and fanbase\, multiple awards and nominations\, music releases spanning a decade\, collaborations with artists around the world\, this singer\, songwriter\, producer\, actor\, filmmaker\, science geek continues to shatter even his own expectations for himself. He’s learned to find meaning in not just his successes but also his missteps as they’ve led him to the person he is today. Through his journey he hopes to spread a message of self empowerment\, to remind the world that hope is always alive\, that that fire never truly burns out.  \nRegister Now!\n  \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is available online. \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for Artists\, click here. \nThis low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/take-control-music-career-releasing-music/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artists,Arts,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005725
CREATED:20260312T145640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T200940Z
UID:94258-1778610600-1778617800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Securing Funds for Your Purpose-Driven Startup
DESCRIPTION:Learn How to Fund Your Purpose-Driven Startup and Scale Your Impact\nLearn how to fund your purpose-driven startup and scale your impact through practical insights and tools. Raising capital for a purpose-driven venture requires strategy\, clarity\, and understanding what funders look for. In this workshop\, participants will learn how to get funding for your purpose-driven startup and scale with impact through practical\, real-world examples and actionable strategies. \nLed by Faduma Gure\nLed by Faduma Gure\, Maternal Health Researcher and Founder of LISS Technologies\, the session shares the story behind securing $195\,000 from the Fund for Innovation and Transformation (FIT) to pilot a breastfeeding initiative in Somalia. Participants will learn the steps\, mindset\, and strategies Faduma used to validate her innovation\, navigate impact-focused funders\, and refine her product using data-driven insights. \nPositioning Your Purpose-Driven Venture for Funding\nThe workshop teaches participants how to clearly articulate the impact of their innovation and present it in a way that attracts investors\, grants\, or pilot opportunities. By understanding funders’ priorities and expectations\, founders can position their venture to demonstrate measurable outcomes\, scalability\, and relevance in their sector. \nAttendees will explore strategies for approaching grants\, investors\, and pilot programs while keeping their mission at the center of all communications. These tools empower entrepreneurs to confidently approach funding opportunities without compromising their values or vision. \nValidate\, Test\, and Scale With Confidence\nA key takeaway of the session is learning how to validate innovations through real-world testing and data. Participants will gain insights into designing pilots\, collecting meaningful data\, and using it to strengthen their case for funding. \nBy the end of the workshop\, attendees will have:\n\nA clear understanding of how to position a purpose-driven product for funding\nPractical strategies for approaching grants\, pilots\, and impact-focused investors\nInsights into validating innovations through real-world testing and data\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis session is ideal for entrepreneurs in health\, social impact\, or any purpose-driven sector who want to attract funding and scale their ventures successfully. \nSpeaker\nSpeaker: Faduma Gure\, Maternal Health Researcher and Founder of LISS Technologies \nRegister Today!\n\n\nAbout the speaker:\nFaduma Gure | Maternal Health Researcher and Founder of LISS Technologies\nFaduma Gure is a maternal health researcher and the founder of LISS Technologies\, a Canadian-based startup looking to support breastfeeding moms and newborns globally through innovative and accessible technological solutions.   \n After developing the world’s first solar-powered breast pump\, Faduma secured $195\,000 from FIT (the Fund for Innovation and Transformation) to test this innovation in Somalia. With this funding\, Faduma was able to pilot her innovation and provide breast pumps to mothers and ensure their newborns had access to breast milk. This FIT-supported initiative proved successful\, and Faduma has since gone on to revise the devices and integrate a data-driven component to ensure mothers and their newborns are better supported in their breastfeeding journeys.  \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program! \nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/fund-your-purpose-driven-startup-and-scale-your-impact/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005725
CREATED:20260312T190929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T195321Z
UID:94270-1779820200-1779827400@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating Hard Conversations in Early Stage Startups
DESCRIPTION:Learn How to Handle Tough Startup Conversations With Legal Confidence\nFounders often spend months perfecting their product but less time on the crucial conversations and agreements that sustain a healthy team. In this workshop\, participants will learn to handle tough startup conversations with confidence and legal clarity\, gaining practical strategies to discuss roles\, responsibilities\, compensation\, time commitments\, and equity with partners and investors. \nLed by Niousha Riahi\nLed by Niousha Riahi\, Business and Litigation Lawyer and Startup Governance Specialist in Montréal\, this session is designed for early-stage entrepreneurs seeking to strengthen communication and governance practices. Drawing from her extensive experience advising startups on contracts\, partnership structures\, and conflict prevention\, Niousha provides actionable tools to avoid misunderstandings\, define boundaries\, and protect ventures legally. \nSet Boundaries and Prevent Conflict Early\nThe workshop emphasizes proactive conversations to ensure clarity and alignment within the team. Participants will explore methods to establish clear roles\, document expectations\, and address sensitive topics before they escalate. Learning to handle tough startup conversations with confidence and legal clarity helps founders prevent costly disputes and build a foundation of trust among co-founders and contributors. \nYou’ll learn what needs to be discussed\, what should be documented\, and how to approach sensitive topics while preserving relationships and ownership rights. \nCompensation\, Equity\, and Legal Guidance\nA major focus of the session is understanding compensation\, equity distribution\, and legal formalization. Attendees will receive guidance on structuring agreements that protect both the founders and early contributors while aligning incentives for growth. Practical tools include frameworks for initiating difficult conversations\, legal best practices\, and innovative solutions to maintain business ownership and attract committed partners. \nBy the end of the workshop\, participants will walk away with:\n\nA law-informed framework for initiating hard conversations with co-founders and investors\nPractical tools for setting boundaries\, documenting expectations\, and preventing conflict\nGuidance on compensation\, equity\, and roles with legal insights to protect ownership\n\nThis session equips early-stage founders to communicate effectively\, formalize agreements appropriately\, and foster a healthy startup culture. \nSpeaker\nSpeaker: Niousha Rahi\, Business and Litigation Lawyer & Startup Governance Specialist \nRegister Today!\n\n\nAbout the speaker:\nNiousha Rahi\, Business and Litigation Lawyer & Startup Governance Specialist\nNiousha Riahi is a business and litigation lawyer in Montréal specializing in startup governance\, commercial agreements\, and conflict prevention. She supports founders in building strong legal foundations that foster trust\, protect relationships\, and safeguard long-term growth. Niousha has a decade of experience spanning government roles and private-sector practice. She has represented both emerging startups and multinational corporations in national and multijurisdictional matters.  \nAs the founder of Riahi Legal\, Niousha leads a boutique law firm recognized for excellence in civil and commercial litigation. Since 2024\, the firm has been named by ThreeBestRated.ca as one of Montréal’s top three civil litigation law firms. It has been ranked among TrustAnalytica’s Top 10 Reliable Small Business Lawyers. More recently\, Riahi Legal has also been listed among Montréal’s top five family law firms.  \nBeyond her practice\, Niousha contributes regularly to legal workshops and public-facing publications aimed at entrepreneurs and the wider community. She also serves on the board of non-profit organizations\, reflecting her deep commitment to community engagement and accessible legal education.  \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program! \nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada and Yspace: York University. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English (with French subtitles) and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learn-how-to-handle-tough-startup-conversations-with-legal-confidence/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260527T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005725
CREATED:20250829T144446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T202452Z
UID:88739-1779906600-1779913800@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:Grant Writing Essentials for Artists: Two-Part Series
DESCRIPTION:Grant Writing Skills for Artists: Build Your Artistic Career with Confidence\nThe Grant Writing Two‑Part Mini Series is a hands‑on workshop designed to give artists practical tools to build sustainable\, thriving careers. Strengthen your grant applications with sharper pitches\, solid budgets\, and realistic timelines. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nDevelop a clear\, persuasive approach to funding applications using proven grant writing skills for artists.\nLearn how to structure\, write\, and present funding proposals that stand out to juries and funders.\n\n \nWorkshop Overview\nAbout the series\nYou know art. We can teach you business. \nThis two-part workshop is designed to equip artists with practical tools to build sustainable careers. We’ll cover essential business and marketing skills tailored specifically for artists. \nDevelop your artistic practice or business strategically in order to see growth! \nPart 1: The Pitch – Wednesday\, May 27\nYour art has potential – now you must represent it on paper in a way that will captivate the reader. In the first part of this series\, you’ll learn how to craft a compelling\, context-rich pitch that jumps off the page to effectively illustrate the true value of your art project. Starting with an essential grant-writing check-list\, you’ll understand how to represent your work with clarity and persuasion. \nPart 2: Budgets + Timelines – Wednesday\, June 3\nAll winning grant applications include cohesive\, well-thought-out budgets and timelines that accurately illustrate the project from both a time and financial perspective. In this session\, we’ll focus on developing a set of best practices for crafting budgets and timelines that enhance your future grant applications and drive results. \nSpeaker\nCaroline Gauthier\, MBA\, HEC & YES Artist Business Coach \nDetails\n\nCost: $35\nFormat: In person and online (live‑streaming webinar)\nPre‑registration: Required\n\nDon’t Miss Out: Reserve Your Spot Today!\n\nSave your seat for both workshops for $35.00. This small investment could transform your funding success. \n👉 Sign up now and take a major step toward mastering grant writing. \n\nReserve Your Spot!\n\nAbout the speaker:\nCaroline Gauthier first began her training as an opera singer\, earning her music degree at Université de Montréal\, before transitioning into theatre and film. Being of an entrepreneurial spirit\, she soon began producing stage shows and short films and co‑founding a film collective\, where she saw her films selected in festivals in Canada\, Europe and the United States. After a 12-year career in arts and media\, realizing that managing and coordinating were among her core strengths\, Caroline chose to pursue her passion for business by completing an MBA at HEC Montreal. \nKnown for her practicality\, empathy\, and rigor as well as her analytical mindset\, Caroline has long combined her creative sensibilities with a highly rational approach to move projects forward in both artistic and nonprofit contexts. \nAs a YES artist business coach\, she brings structure\, vision\, and follow‑through to artists and creative entrepreneurs\, helping them develop their projects from ideation to completion. \nPre‑registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and is available in person and as an online\, live‑streaming webinar. \nIf attending in person\, please arrive at the YES office (666 Sherbrooke Street West\, 7th floor) 15–30 minutes before the workshop begins. \nOnline participants will receive login instructions a few hours before the start. If you do not see the email\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for artists\, click here. \nThis low registration fee is made possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/grant-writing-essentials-for-artists/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artists,Arts,Evening
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260602T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260602T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T005725
CREATED:20260204T215149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T221200Z
UID:93018-1780425000-1780432200@yesmontreal.ca
SUMMARY:From Lead to Close: Real Sales Skills That Deliver
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the sales skills that drive real business growth\nSales don’t have to feel pushy or intimidating. In this online workshop\, you’ll discover practical\, step-by-step techniques to confidently move from generating leads to closing deals. Whether you’re just starting out or want to strengthen your approach\, you’ll gain the tools you need to sell with authenticity and ease. Plus\, you’ll learn how to build trust at every stage of the process.  \nWhat you’ll learn\n\nHow to turn leads into loyal clients\nProven strategies to build trust and credibility\nClosing techniques that feel natural and effective\n\nWhy join this workshop?\nAs an entrepreneur\, having strong sales skills can unlock new growth and opportunities. Additionally\, this workshop will boost your confidence\, refine your pitch\, and help you approach sales in a way that works for you. By participating\, you will see how small changes can create big results.  \nReserve your spot today!\nDon’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your sales skills and take your business to the next level. Register now to secure your place! By the end of the session\, you will walk away ready to turn conversations into clients. \nSecure Your Spot!\n\n🔗 Register now and take your business to the next level! 🚀 \nAbout the speaker:\nChris Ramoutar\, Regional Lead – The Americas\, Alphanumeric Systems \nChris brings 20 years of work experience\, the majority in sales and people management. Holder of an MBA from Concordia University\, he has experience working in a range of industries thanks to years in the Contact Centre world. During his workshop\, expect to hear examples from Travel and Hospitality\, Telecommunications\, Start-ups\, Technology and now Pharmaceuticals as he draws from his most recent move into this space with Alphanumeric Systems. \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and is available as an online\, live streaming webinar only. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/turn-leads-into-clients/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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