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SUMMARY:NEW! Learn@Lunch: How Small Businesses Can Scale Profitably on Amazon & Beyond
DESCRIPTION:How to Grow an E-Commerce Business: Proven Marketplace Growth Strategies\nLooking to grow an e-commerce business but unsure how to choose the right products\, find reliable suppliers\, or scale without taking unnecessary risks? You’re not alone. Many entrepreneurs and small business owners struggle to identify profitable opportunities in today’s competitive online marketplace. This free Learn@Lunch webinar will provide practical strategies to help you make smarter decisions and build a stronger foundation for long-term growth. \nDesigned for entrepreneurs\, SMEs\, and emerging e-commerce brands\, this session explores how successful businesses identify profitable niches\, validate product opportunities\, and source effectively across major online marketplaces. Whether you’re selling on Amazon\, Shopify\, TikTok Shop\, or other digital commerce platforms\, you’ll gain insights that can help improve results and support sustainable growth. \nBuild a More Profitable and Scalable Online Business\nGrowing an online business requires more than a great idea. Successful sellers use data-driven strategies to evaluate demand\, understand competition\, and identify products with strong commercial potential before investing significant time or resources. \nGet your free ticket\nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn proven approaches to market research\, product validation\, and supplier selection. These skills can help you reduce risk\, avoid costly mistakes\, and make more informed business decisions as you expand across multiple sales channels. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nHow to identify profitable niches and product opportunities\nTechniques for conducting effective market research\nMethods for validating product demand before investing\nHow to assess competition\, pricing\, and market potential\nBest practices for evaluating and selecting suppliers\nStrategies for scaling across online marketplaces\nWays to reduce risk and improve long-term profitability\n\nWhy This Topic Matters\nAs more businesses use Amazon\, Shopify\, TikTok Shop\, and other digital retail channels to reach customers\, the ability to make informed e-commerce decisions has become increasingly important. Understanding market demand\, product viability\, and supplier reliability can significantly impact business performance. \nIf your goal is to grow an e-commerce business\, having a structured process for researching products and evaluating opportunities can help you compete more effectively in a rapidly evolving marketplace. These insights can also support channel diversification and help uncover new opportunities for growth. \nWho Should Attend?\n\nEntrepreneurs and small business owners\nEarly-stage and growing e-commerce brands\nSMEs looking for data-driven growth strategies\nBusinesses exploring Amazon and other online marketplaces\nProfessionals interested in improving product selection and sourcing decisions\n\nJoin this free Learn@Lunch webinar and discover practical strategies to help grow your e-commerce business more confidently\, profitably\, and sustainably. \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nReserve Your Free Spot\n\nMeet Your Speaker\nNeisky Montiel | E-Commerce Entrepreneur & Marketplace Growth Strategist\n\nNeisky Montiel Diaz is an e-commerce entrepreneur\, marketplace strategist and digital commerce advisor with close to two decades of e-commerce experience managing and optimizing advertising and marketplace operations through Amazon Seller Central and Vendor Central\, Best Buy\, Walmart and more.    \nSince 2013\, Neisky has owned and operated an e-commerce and digital marketing agency\, helping businesses develop their online presence\, optimize marketplace performance and grow through digital commerce and advertising. His agency is an Amazon Ads Partner\, Google Ads Certified and Shopify Partner\, reflecting his ongoing expertise and involvement across leading platforms in the e-commerce and digital advertising ecosystem.   \nThroughout his career\, Neisky has worked with international brands including JBL\, Focusrite\, Lolë\, Johnson Level\, Emerson and others. Neisky has gained experience across consumer electronics\, apparel\, home improvement and other competitive product categories.   \nNeisky also owns and operates e-commerce businesses in both Canada and the United States. This gives him practical experience managing cross-border commerce and selling through multiple digital marketplaces\, including Amazon\, Best Buy and TikTok Shop.   \nHe is also the founder of Sensei Photo\, a consumer electronics brand focused on computer accessories\, audio and video. Through building and operating his own brands\, Neisky has gained firsthand experience across the entire e-commerce lifecycle—from identifying market opportunities and sourcing products to product development\, content optimization\, advertising\, customer acquisition\, multi-channel sales and international expansion.   \nBeyond his commercial work\, Neisky is actively involved in entrepreneurship mentorship. He serves as an active business mentor with Futurpreneur\, helping aspiring and emerging entrepreneurs develop business strategies\, plan for growth and navigate the practical challenges of building a company. He also serves as a mentor with ACP (American Corporate Partners)\, supporting U.S. veterans and their spouses who are interested in becoming entrepreneurs.   \n\nAfter you register\, you’ll receive an email with login instructions. If you haven’t received it an hour before the workshop\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \n*This free workshop is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \nLooking for more support? Explore our services for entrepreneurs.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/grow-an-ecommerce-business/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Business Bootcamp: Kickstart Your Entrepreneurial Journey
DESCRIPTION:  \nFree Business Bootcamp: Kickstart Your Entrepreneurial Journey\n  \nReady to Turn Your Business Idea into Reality?\nOur free 4-part Business Bootcamp offers the expert coaching and practical tools you need to launch your business and start your entrepreneurial journey with confidence. Led by experienced business coaches\, this interactive bootcamp will guide you step-by-step in refining your business idea\, testing your concepts\, and creating a solid business plan. \n\nWhat You Will Gain\n  \n🎥 Watch this video for a sneak peek at what you can expect! \n\nComplete Your Business Model Canvas\nLearn to use this essential tool to map out the key components of your business\, including opportunities\, activities\, and revenue streams. \nNetworking Opportunities\nExpand your professional network by connecting with like-minded entrepreneurs and potential collaborators. \nPitch Practice\nHone your business pitch in front of a supportive audience. You could even win free access to our paid workshops! \nPersonalized Feedback\nReceive expert feedback on your business plans and pitch presentations\, helping you improve and succeed. \nActionable Business Steps\nLeave the bootcamp with clear\, actionable steps to launch and grow your business. To help you avoid common startup mistakes along the way\, check out our helpful blog post on Avoiding Common Startup Mistakes. \nExclusive Resources\nAccess valuable tools and templates exclusive to bootcamp participants\, including a comprehensive business planning toolkit. \nProfessional Certification\nEarn a certificate of completion to enhance your professional profile and showcase your entrepreneurial expertise. \nFollow-Up Support\nBenefit from ongoing support\, including a free coaching session or access to advanced workshops after completing the bootcamp. \n\nEngaging and Interactive Sessions\nPeer Accountability Groups\nJoin peer accountability groups for mutual support and motivation\, keeping you on track throughout your journey. \nHands-On Workshops and Group Activities\nParticipate in hands-on workshops and group activities that reinforce your learning and business skills. \n\nDon’t Miss Out on This Incredible Opportunity to Fuel Your Entrepreneurial Journey!\nWhether you’re launching a product-based business or a service-based business\, this bootcamp provides the tools and knowledge you need to succeed in today’s competitive marketplace. Learn how to create a competitive business model\, test your ideas\, and communicate your unique value proposition. \n  \nBootcamp Dates\nSeries 1\, Thursdays 3\, 10\, 17\, & 24 September 2026 from 6:00pm to 8:30pm  \nSeries 2\, Thursdays 1\, 8\, 15\, & 22 October 2026 from 1:00pm to 3:30pm \n  \nHow to Register\nFor more information and to register\, call 438-812-0168 or email us at servicescoordinator@yesmontreal.ca. \nNote: 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.
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