Tom Fournier, CEO of Markets Connection joins SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner to talk about a novel money raising approach for his latest business venture, a multi-vendor marketplace called Markets Connection (https://marketsconnection.com/). Tom and his business partner are pursuing an equity crowdfunding model - something that is relatively new to Canada - selling shares in the company to small investors.
Ever seen anybody affected by illness or an accident so badly that they must stay away from work for months or even years? Such serious and unfortunate incidents happen almost every day. And the hardship that comes along with such problems can even push a family into complete financial instability. But to safeguard your family’s future from such uncertainties there is a way out.
Change is not scary it opens new opportunities. My business had to pivot, and choose a different direction due to the pandemic. My motivational speaking engagements became virtual. I had two choices, wait until I could travel the world again as a sought after keynote speaker, or jump on the virtual bandwagon.
The way I looked at it was that since 2002 until present I had worked very hard to enjoy the success I have. I could see no point waiting in the shadows, and I definitely made the right decision.
Linda Ockwell-Jenner’s guest on the SBCN Small Biz Podcast today is… Linda! Linda MacLeod from AMJ Campbell joins our SBCN Co-Founder to talk about the company’s role in helping people move things across the street, across town, across the country or across the world.
Being a small business owner has never been easy, and I will admit It’s been difficult since the pandemic, but I know I still have more to offer. I have clambered over many obstacles since I decided to start my own business and I know there are many more to come. I keep getting back up, I keep pivoting, but I stay true to my passion and why I became a motivational speaker.
I know that hard work and not making excuses is why I got this far. I know that whatever challenges I have in my personal life, or my business life, I am strong enough to continue to find those opportunities.
Our monthly networking events provide a friendly atmosphere to meet new connections and continue building lasting business relationships. Trusted connections foster referrals, and turbo-charge sales.
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Our monthly networking events provide a friendly atmosphere to meet new connections and continue building lasting business relationships. Trusted connections foster referrals, and turbo-charge sales.
Meeting Agenda:
The summer keeps on sizzling, and we'd like you to join us for the return of our SBCN Summer Social. This year we're taking over the Mezzanine at Arabella Park Beer Bar - located in beautiful Belmont Village, Kitchener. It's simply social, so have fun and celebrate the summer with your friends and connections at the Small Business Community Network.
Our monthly networking events provide a friendly atmosphere to meet new connections and continue building lasting business relationships. Trusted connections foster referrals, and turbo-charge sales.
Meeting Agenda:
