August 17, 2015 – British Columbia: Throughout the fall and during Small Business Month, Small Business BC will reach over 300 small business owners and entrepreneurs in the growing business hubs of the Thompson Okanagan, Northern B.C. and Vancouver Island through the launch of the new MyBizDay tour.
This full-day event connects small business owners to the programs and resources that are available to entrepreneurs. Attendees will have the opportunity to access information and support through a mix of education, interactive panel sessions, exhibitors and networking.
“Small businesses are critical to the economic health of every community in B.C. and we are delighted to partner with the Province of British Columbia to help strengthen small business across B.C.,” says George Hunter, CEO of Small Business BC. “The MyBizDay events help entrepreneurs learn from successful local business owners and discover the tools and resources paramount to achieving long-term success.”
MyBizDay is free to attend and will engage communities in:
- Kelowna, Laurel Packing House – September 16, 2015
- Prince George, Prince George Civic Centre – October 7, 2015
- Nanaimo, Vancouver Island Conference Centre – October 21, 2015
Topics to be covered by this year’s industry experts include:
- Small business resources – presented by Small Business BC
- Market research – presented by Small Business BC
- Digital marketing – presented by Yellow Pages
- Technology at work – presented by Neil Squire Society
- Accounting – presented by Grant Thornton
- Overcoming business challenges – Interactive Panel Session
“The upcoming MyBizDays in Kelowna, Prince George and Nanaimo will be great forums to talk about what makes entrepreneurs tick. Through our government’s Small Business Accord we are making B.C. the most small-business friendly jurisdiction in Canada by helping give small business owners the resources they need so they can focus on what they do best – create jobs and spur innovation,” said the Honourable Coralee Oakes, Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction.
The public and small business community is encouraged to join Small Business BC on the MyBizDay tour in Kelowna, Prince George and Nanaimo for day of networking, discussion and education.
For more information, visit http://sbbc.co/MyBizDay.
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“Small Business BC is one of many organizations in British Columbia that support entrepreneurs by providing education and business advisory services that are timely, relevant and results-oriented. I encourage small business owners to attend and be empowered to grow and succeed.” – Angie Barnard, Co-Founder, The Network Hub; and Board Member, Small Business Roundtable
“Yellow Pages is extremely proud and excited to be a part of this year’s MyBizDay series. We are looking forward to educating small business owners across the province and helping them succeed, while having a direct impact on their regional economies.” – Sonny Magon, Senior Sales Manager, Yellow Pages
“We are very excited to be involved with Small Business BC’s MyBizDay events held throughout the province this fall. Small Business BC is a great partner to assist in spreading the word about assisting people with disabilities through the new TECHNOLOGY@Work Program.” – Dr. Gary Birch, Executive Director, Neil Squire Society
Media Contact:
Mark Blendheim
Communications Manager, Small Business BC
Direct: 604-775-5607 | Cell: 604-339-4759
[email protected]
About Small Business BC
Small Business BC provides entrepreneurs with the information and guidance necessary to build a solid foundation for their business. Through a wide range of products, services, education and resources there’s a piece that fits with every business. No matter what stage or what skill level, when an entrepreneur finds themselves asking “How do I…?” Small Business BC is the one to call.