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SUMMARY:NEW! From Art to Income: An Illustrator's Guide
DESCRIPTION:Are you an illustrator looking to expand your reach and sell your creations online?\nJoin us for an inspiring workshop designed to help illustrators navigate the vibrant creative landscape of Quebec. \nSign Me Up!\nOur guest speaker\, Cara Carmina will speak about the various revenue streams available to you\, from freelance projects to licensing your art. Learn how to effectively use e-commerce to sell your creative products and merchandise. \nWe’ll also dive into the children’s book industry\, offering tips on how to break into and connect with publishers. \nWhen Cara Carmina arrived in Montreal 15 years ago\, she had no network and didn’t speak the language. Today\, she is a published illustrator and author of over 20 children’s books and sells her products online. \nThis workshop is your roadmap to thriving as an illustrator in Quebec! \nSpeaker: Cara Carmina\, Illustrator\, Designer and Entrepreneur \nDon’t miss this chance to turn your illustrations into a successful career! \nAbout the speaker:\n“My real name is Norma Andreu\, but most people call me Cara\, (feel free to call me that too!)” \nCara Carmina is a Mexican illustrator\, author and textile artist living in Montreal\, QC since 2009. She has a background in graphic design (Mexico City\, Fine Arts Institute)\, drawing (Florence\, Istituto Spinelli) and fashion and children illustration (NYC\, Parsons). \nCara is also a designer and entrepreneur! She wears multiple hats to keep her career as an autonomous artist afloat and to nurture her passion for art. \nCara has 19 children’s books published as an illustrator (and she also wrote the text for 6 of these books.) She draws with her sewing machine\, makes dolls\, and has her work displayed on the streets of Rome and Montreal. \nCara strives to portray the beauty of simple things\, transforming a piece of paper or thread into something beautiful. Her art is expressive\, colorful and whimsical\, inspired by her Mexican roots. \nPre-registration is required. Available 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. \n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-from-art-to-income-an-illustrators-guide/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Evening,Virtual
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SUMMARY:NEW! How To Build A Wix Landing Page
DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can leverage Wix to manage and grow your business online!\nJoin us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to create a professional landing page using Wix. Ideal for small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and creatives\, this session will guide you step-by-step through the process of designing a user-friendly page. \nWe’ll highlight Wix’s key features\, including its intuitive drag-and-drop editor\, powerful marketing tools\, and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your online presence with ease and efficiency! \nReserve Your Spot!\nSpeaker: Itsik Romano\, Creative Director\, Definite Image Productions \nAbout the speaker\nItsik Romano is a digital media professional with a background in film animation and is the founder of Definite Image Productions Inc\, a digital media studio specializing in web\, design and marketing since 2005. Leveraging his artistic skills and technical expertise\, Itsik is dedicated to helping companies establish and enhance their online presence.  \nThrough innovative web design and strategic digital marketing\, he assists businesses in reaching their target audience and achieving their goals.   \n  \nSecure 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. \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.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-how-to-build-a-wix-landing-page/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Selling on Amazon: How To Get Started
DESCRIPTION:Companies sell on Amazon for a reason: to reach the hundreds of millions of customers from all over the world who visit Amazon to shop. But how do you get started?\nLearn from someone that has already been through the process. Get the details on key factors you need to consider before taking the leap to become a seller. \nGet Your Ticket!\nYou’ll learn about the typical start-up costs and ongoing expenses\, types of resources available for sellers\, and how long it might take to see a return on investment. You will also get an overview of the process of selecting a product\, to launching and selling that product on Amazon. \nSpeaker: Marlee Rabin\, Partner & CMO | On The Rox Drinks \nAbout the speaker:\nMarlee Rabin is an entrepreneur\, viral Tik Tok & content creation expert\, panel speaker\, and 3rd place prize winner for the 2020 ELLEvate Pre-Accelerator program.  \nMarlee has pivoted her business\, during the Covid-19 pandemic\, from her fashion startup to an e-commerce drinkware brand\, selling on Amazon.com.  \n  \n  \n  \nRevolutionize your online business now – Sign up for just $20.00*! \nPre-registration is required. \nRegister Now!\nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nOnce you have registered for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour before the start time of the workshop. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/selling-on-amazon-how-to-get-started-3/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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SUMMARY:NEW! Empowering Entrepreneurs with Resources and Opportunities | YES CommUNITY Open House - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to invite you to a special evening at the YES Centre!\nEvent: YES CommUNITY Open House\nDate: September 17\, 2024\nTime: 6:00 – 8:00 PM\nLocation: YES Centre \nJoin us for an enlightening and engaging open house featuring Sharon Gillenwater\, a distinguished tech founder\, author\, and entrepreneur. This exclusive event will provide a unique opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs and key players in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. \nSpecial Highlight: Sharon Gillenwater will share her remarkable journey from startup to a $25 million tech exit with Boardroom Insiders. Learn firsthand about her strategies for building a successful business and gain valuable insights that could transform your own entrepreneurial endeavors. \nThe evening will also include a lively Q&A session\, networking opportunities\, and a chance to explore new possibilities within the community. \nSpace is limited\, so we encourage you to register early to ensure your spot at this inspiring event.\nRESERVE YOUR SPOT\nAbout the speaker:\nSharon K. Gillenwater is a tech startup founder who successfully built\, scaled and sold Boardroom Insiders for $25 million in 2022. She chronicles this journey in her first book\, Scaling With Soul: How I Built & Sold a $25 Million Tech Company Without Being an A**hole. Today\, her mission is to demystify what it takes to build\, scale and sell a successful tech startup\, making entrepreneurial success more accessible to all. \nThe first in her family to go to college\, Sharon discovered her love of business at age 30\, and integrated herself into the tech and marketing world in San Francisco. Her first job in San Francisco was working in sales at a startup. She then went on to found a company specializing in email newsletters ahead of the 2001 dot com bust. After that venture failed\, Sharon became an independent consultant and developed a successful business working for major tech companies including EMC\, IBM\, VMware\, RSA\, Symantec\, Cisco\, Microsoft\, NetApp\, VMware\, Adobe\, Oracle\, Sun Microsystems\, Siebel Systems\, and Google. \nIn 2008 at the age of 43\, Sharon founded Boardroom Insiders by identifying a universal need among her consulting clients\, and evolving her consulting services into a digital\, self-service product. She recruited a partner to join her in 2011\, and scaled the startup into a company that she sold in early 2022 for $25 million to Euromoney (now Altrata). Under Sharon’s leadership\, Boardroom Insiders was named to the Inc. 5000\, the 5\,000 fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. based on their revenue growth rate. \nSharon now consults as a SaaS startup advisor\, as a mentor and coach for aspiring tech entrepreneurs\, is a professional speaker\, and has become a successful content creator with an audience of more than 30K people across platforms.  Sharon lives in San Francisco with her husband and pets. She is a mother of two adult children. She enjoys traveling\, strategy games (especially mahjongg)\, and discussing politics. \n\n\nGET YOUR FREE TICKET\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there and sharing this incredible experience!
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-empowering-entrepreneurs-with-resources-and-opportunities-yes-community-open-house/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,Evening,Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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SUMMARY:NEW! Authentic Entrepreneurship: Pitching with Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Let’s face it\, entrepreneurship can often feel like a solitary path – why walk it with a mask on? 🎭 \nJoin us to learn from the co-founders of PAWSOME Concierge as they share how staying true to themselves\, even when it meant closing doors\, has fueled their success. Leverage the power of authenticity in your entrepreneurial journey as you learn to embrace flaws\, mistakes\, and setbacks in order to build a genuine brand. \nYou’ll gain insights into pitching with purpose and attracting the right people who will support your authentic journey. ✨ By the end\, you’ll feel empowered to build a brand that truly reflects your mission and resonates with your audience. \nRegister Now!\nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to the generous support of YSpace: York University and Innovation\, Science\, and Economic Development Canada. While not all our programs are fully funded\, we are committed to providing services either free of charge or at minimal cost. Thank you for choosing YES! \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. 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. \n************************************************ \nSoyons honnêtes\, l’entrepreneuriat peut souvent sembler être un chemin solitaire – pourquoi le parcourir en portant un masque ? 🎭 \nRejoignez-nous pour apprendre des cofondateurs de PAWSOME Concierge\, qui partageront comment rester fidèles à eux-mêmes\, même lorsque cela signifiait fermer leurs portes\, a nourri leur succès. Découvrez le pouvoir de l’authenticité dans votre parcours entrepreneurial en apprenant à accepter les défauts\, les erreurs et les revers pour construire une marque authentique. \nVous découvrirez des conseils pour présenter votre projet avec intention et attirer les bonnes personnes qui soutiendront votre parcours authentique. ✨ À la fin de cet atelier\, vous vous sentirez prêt à construire une marque qui reflète véritablement votre mission et qui résonne auprès de votre public. \nInscrivez-vous maintenant!\nNous sommes en mesure de proposer cet atelier gratuite grâce au soutien généreux de YSpace : l’Université York et Innovation\, Sciences et Développement économique Canada. Tous nos programmes ne sont pas entièrement financés\, mais nous nous efforçons continuellement de proposer nos services gratuitement ou à un coût minimal. Merci d’avoir choisi YES ! \nCet atelier sera animé en anglais\, mais inclura des sous-titres en français. \n*Veuillez noter : Une préinscription est requise. Disponible uniquement sous forme de webinaire en ligne en direct.\nUne fois que vous vous serez inscrit\, vous recevrez un courriel avec des instructions sur la façon de vous connecter quelques heures avant le début de l’atelier. Veuillez vérifier votre dossier Spam/Courrier indésirable si vous n’avez pas reçu votre courriel avec les instructions une heure avant l’heure de début de l’atelier.  \n  \nAbout the speakers:\n 🌟 Teresa D’Agostino\, founder of PAWSOME Concierge\, brings over a decade of corporate leadership in the dairy industry to her pioneering role in revolutionizing Canada’s pet care sector. Her journey began with a passion for safety and personalized care\, supported by certifications in Pet First Aid and CPR. Under her visionary leadership\, PAWSOME Concierge sets new standards in pet care innovation\, blending corporate acumen with a deep commitment to animal welfare. Teresa inspires her team and the industry with unwavering dedication to excellence and safety. \n  \n  \n  \n🌟 Nicola Masella is the Co-Founder of PAWSOME Concierge\, a trailblazing pet care service provider dedicated to establishing the pinnacle of excellence in the industry. With a robust entrepreneurial background spanning more than two decades\, Nicola brings a wealth of expertise in finance\, operations\, and technological development to his role. His visionary leadership has been instrumental in shaping PAWSOME Concierge into a leader in the pet care sector\, \nknown for its innovative service offerings and commitment to unparalleled customer satisfaction. Nicola’s passion for pets and dedication to innovation continue to drive PAWSOME Concierge towards new heights of success and distinction. \n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/new-authentic-entrepreneurship-pitching-with-purpose/
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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