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SUMMARY:Startup Generator – 5 Part Action Series
DESCRIPTION:Turn Your Startup Idea into Reality: Startup Generator – 5 Part Action Series\nNot all businesses are the same\, but success in the business world starts with careful planning. The Startup Generator – 5 Part Action Series helps early-stage entrepreneurs turn ideas into thriving businesses with practical strategies and expert guidance. \nWhy Join the Startup Generator?\nIf you’ve developed your business model and are ready to take the next step\, this 5-part series is designed to bring your vision to life. Across five intensive weeks\, you’ll get the tools and support needed to overcome business challenges\, prepare for launch\, and secure funding. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nThrough the Startup Generator – 5 Part Action Series\, you’ll gain expertise in essential areas of business development: \n\nConduct thorough market research to understand your audience.\nMaster financial forecasting and pricing strategies.\nBuild a strong operational team to support growth.\nDevelop the essential documents to secure funding.\nCreate a compelling pitch to attract investors and clients.\nLearn how to plan\, launch\, and fund your startup effectively.\n\nBy the end of the program\, you’ll have a complete business plan and the confidence to take your startup to the next level. \nProgram Highlights\nThis series combines interactive workshops with personalized business coaching. Each session fosters brainstorming\, peer accountability\, and collaborative learning—ideal for networking with like-minded entrepreneurs. \nStartup Generator Schedule\n\nThursday\, February 26\, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM\nThursday\, March 5\, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM\nThursday\, March 12\, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM\nThursday\, March 19\, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM\nThursday\, March 26\, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n\nHow to Register\nFor more information and to register\, call 438-812-0168 or email us at servicescoordinator@yesmontreal.ca. \nNote: A YES Business Coach referral is required\, or you must have completed Business Bootcamp. Participants must have an active file at YES to register and complete the series in consecutive order. If you miss a session\, you must wait until the next session to continue. \n  \nJoin Our Entrepreneurship Program for Just $30 Annually\nUnlock a year of benefits\, including free one-on-one coaching\, business bootcamps\, legal resources\, and accounting clinics. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/turn-startup-idea-into-reality/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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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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