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Jenna Kiesman2026-01-23 10:00:342026-01-23 09:23:48Where Are They Now? From 3rd Place to Career Growth with North Okanagan Consulting
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After two spirited days of pitches this past week, we are excited to announce the 𝗦𝗜𝗫 finalists for this year's Enterprize Challenge, presented by Agile!
- Chey Kidd & Kurtis Peskleway, Frog Pockets
- Crispin Liscomb & Raffaela Vaz, Gallery Artiva
- Katie Cameron, NeuroNest Okanagan
- Sara Knol, KNOL HAUS
- Sarah Draht, Strongher Kickboxing & Self-Defense
- Tyler Patenaude, Pocket Grandson
A sincere thank you to all of our amazing Enterprize Challenge participants for their commitment and passion in presenting their First Pitches to our judges this week.
Our finalists will now prepare for the Finale Event by connecting with a financial mentor and honing their pitch.
The Enterprize Challenge Finale Event will take place on May 7th at Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre where the 6 finalists share their Final Pitch with our judges and the enthusiastic audience.
Don't miss the most inspiring night of the year!
✨ JOIN US AT THE FINALE: www.eventbrite.ca/e/1984399228511?aff=oddtdtcreator
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👏👏 congratulations everyone!! So excited to see the final pitches
Really looking forward to the finale and learning about these new businesses! A huge shoutout to Community Futures North Okanagan for bringing together this incredible program and to Agile for their amazing community support!
Congratulations 🎉
Huge 🙏 for all the learning sessions and the opportunity to meet everyone! Can’t wait for the next phase of hard work and a big performance May 7th!
Really looking forward to seeing the finalists on May 7. Well done everyone 😁
Feeling very honoured to have seen all of the amazing entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas and share their passions with us! Everyone did so well and should be super proud of their hard work, their pitches and their business ideas! Wishing all pitchers the best of luck! I know I will be happy to support your businesses!
Love the original ideas! 🎉
Huge congratulations to all the finalists!!! What an incredible group of entrepreneurs! And another huge congrats to everyone who shared their ideas and participated in the pitches! It takes real courage to show up and pitch. Excited to see the finale on May 7th! 🎉
Come say hi 👋
Our team from the Employ program are all set up at the WorkBC Spring Job Fair today.
Are you looking for a way to build your skills and find meaningful work?
Employ is a 10-week free program for Youth 16-30.
Come chat with our team if you (or a youth you know) might be interested in this employment skills program.
Today’s event runs until 3 PM at the Prestige Vernon Lodge.
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We hear you like our workshops! 😏
Introducing Start Smart: Tips on Starting a Business!
Do you have a business idea but aren't sure what to do next? This workshop can help you move from business idea to action plan with confidence.
You will learn about essential steps such as:
📊 Market research
📝 Business planning
🔏 Registering your business
Snag your no-cost ticket now before this workshop sells out: www.eventbrite.ca/e/1987145115533?aff=oddtdtcreator
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About Community Futures
From our office in downtown Vernon, Community Futures North Okanagan offers employment, business and economic development services to help residents build their future and the community. We service Armstrong, Coldstream, Enderby, Grindrod, Lavington, Lumby, Mara, Okanagan Indian Band, Spallumcheen, Splatsin and Vernon.
