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Big Businesses Start Small! Local Organizations Team Up With New Contest P remiering here in the June edition of Biz X magazine — with a second installment to come in October — we introduce to you a special contest with Libro Credit Union (Libro.ca) and the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Centre (SBEC; WeBusinessCentre.com) to reward new start-ups in the region. “Libro’s partnerships with organizations within the business ecosystem in our region are integral to growing prosperity for Windsor Essex,” states Shannon Dyck, Small Business Specialist Coach for Libro Credit Union. “Partnering with SBEC and Biz X on this initiative is an opportunity to further provide wrap around supports for the successful business.”
So what is the process to determine the overall winner? The SBEC staff selected three finalists from 178 businesses who utilized their consulting services from January to April. Libro then chose their top choice to receive a cash prize of $500 and coaching sessions. “Finding the right business advisors can make all the difference for a new small business in those first new years,” indicates Dyck. “Libro is happy to provide additional coaching to help build financial resilience, to coach on cash flow management, banking tools and business solutions that can help a new business make smart business decisions.” SBEC was the perfect organization to
involve in this initiative since they have provided thousands of entrepreneurs with the training and support necessary to start and grow successful businesses in Windsor and Essex County since 1992. Their services include: Small business advice and consultation; business plan support; access to professionals; research assistance; business development workshops; access to micro-financing; mentoring and networking opportunities; and guidance on government requirements and programs And now we present the first winner, drum roll please . . . Montañeros Coffee Corp! “We are so happy to have won this award and to have been selected as the best among a group of successful companies,” says Wilmer
INTEREST WOULD MEAN MORE THAN A LOAN RATE. Your business is your baby. You created and nurtured it, risking everything to make it a win. So yes - loan rates are important. A financial partner who shows genuine interest in your success is also important. Libro business Coaches believe in your company. Through good times and challenges. Making money better for businesses blends compassionate, expert financial coaching and fair rates. Contact a Libro business Coach today. libro.ca/business 1-800-361-8222
Libro is excited to partner with Biz X Magazine and the Small Business Entrepreneurship Centre on the Small Biz eXcellence contest.
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