November 28, 2011

Muskoka Futures, Bracebridge

Understanding that new entrepreneurs fear the unknown, Muskoka Futures (CFDC) established a program to help with training and mentoring.  Entrepreneurs bring their enthusiasm and integrity, and openly discuss their challenges.   They are matched with appropriate business mentors, who generously donate their time and knowledge, offering a broad range of expertise in diverse sectors such as finance, administration, and marketing.

Calling the program Innovation Muskoka, the CFDC organizes one-on-one mentorship, enhancing it with workshops and opportunities for roundtable discussions.

“The three components, which are mentorship, networking and training, have made a verifiable difference in the business success of entrepreneurs,” says Project Coordinator Marilyn de Lang.  “The local community has had a stronger economy from the high success rate among small business and artisans,” she adds.

Recently, the opportunity for participants to interact on-line through a discussion forum was added to Innovation Muskoka.

Photo:  Informative panel discussions help entrepreneurs in the Innovation Muskoka program