With so many options out there, here’s some direction on where to go for help.
FREE Start-Up Business Advice
Personalized business advice is now available to South Kootenay residents that are in the early stages of start-up, from concept to testing, to launch and scaling. We understand that many start-ups face budget constraints when seeking professional advice. That’s why we’re proud to offer a free business advisory service funded by ETSI-BC.
Amber has deep-rooted local knowledge and a wealth of accessible resources.
Do You Have What It Takes To Be An Entrepreneur?
Find out if you have the personality characteristics to be a successful entrepreneur by doing a Self Assessment.
Business Planning
Starting a business? Here are some tools to embark on the road to success:
- Business Plan Template (pdf)
- Cash Flow Worksheet (Microsoft Excel)
- Cash Flow & Income Statement Examples
Coaching
Our coaches have the experience and knowledge to help you develop your business expertise. Our advisory sessions include…
❱ Self-employment advice
❱ Business financial planning counselling
❱ Business startup information & advice
Meet our Coaches
Amber McGregor
Start-Up Business Advisor
A seasoned Kootenay resident with over 20 years experience in business development across various sectors, Amber understands the challenges you may face. She is dedicated to help you succeed.
Tamara Rotach
Financial Counseling
Tamara has many years of financial institution lending experience and plays an active role in community economic development. About the only thing Tamara enjoys more than money is sharing it with new and expanding businesses.
Kamren Farr
CFSK Executive Director
Kamren has advised early-stage startups for over twenty years. From idea to market to scaling, Kamren can help guide the way.
Here are some helpful tools:
❱ CFSK Business Skills Workshops Calendar
❱ Internet Links and Resources
❱ Personality Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs
Business Plan Toolkit Documents
- Business Plan Template
- Management Skills Worksheet
- Secondary Research Exercise
- Survey Template
- Survey Tips Handout
- List Your Competition Exercise
- Questions for Competition or Contemporary Market Research
- Marketing Plan Template
- 2014 Household Income Statement with Formulas
- Cashflow Template
- Cashflow Sample
- Sample Assumptions
Book an advisory session
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