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SUMMARY:Enterprize Challenge Finale Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Community Futures North Okanagan for Finale Event of our Dragon’s Den-style pitch competition for entrepreneurs! \n\n\n\n\nThe 2026 Enterprize Challenge Finale Event presented by Agile! \nAbout \nOver the past three months\, our Enterprize Challengers have engaged in a ‘business boot camp’ through a series of workshops and one-to-one mentoring to support them in a Dragon’s Den-style competition. \nThe judges will have selected five finalists following their initial 15-minute pitch in April. \nThe 5 finalists will be announced mid-April. \nOn Thursday\, May 7\, the finalists will present their 7-minute pitch to a live audience in hopes of taking home start-up capital\, plus thousands in prize packages from our sponsors. \nSupport the 2026 Challengers\, and join us in celebrating these exciting new businesses. \nWhat To Expect \nDoors open at 5 pm for a tradeshow showcasing this year’s participants and our sponsors. Network\, interact\, and show our participants a warm North Okanagan welcome before the show starts! \nPitches start at 6 pm and the winners will be announced before the show ends. \nFirst\, Second\, and Third place winners\, as well as the People’s Choice\, will be awarded at the event. \nThis is the night to celebrate small business in the North Okanagan! Join us for an event celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship in the North Okanagan! We can’t wait to see you there.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/enterprize-challenge-finale-event-2026-2/
LOCATION:Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre\, 3800 33rd St\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with your business or business idea! \nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join our Business Services team for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas! \nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love. \nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality. In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas. \nPlease register on Eventbrite for this workshop\, linked here.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/business-model-canvas-05-11/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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SUMMARY:What is Branding? How to Implement Brand Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Please note – this workshop is currently sold-out (full). \nA good brand can help carry your business – but what is good branding? \nMany entrepreneurs mistake a logo for a “brand\,” but a true brand is the emotional and strategic connection you build with your customers. \nJoin us for an insightful session with Brand Identity Designer Mark Prosser who can help you move past the guesswork of logos\, branding\, and visual marketing (oh my!) to start building a professional\, cohesive identity for your business. \nIn this workshop\, you will learn: \n\nThe Foundation: Defining what branding actually is (and what it isn’t).\nStrategy to Action: How to turn your core business values into a visual and verbal identity.\nPractical Implementation: Best practices for applying your brand consistently across all platforms to attract your ideal clients.\n\nWhether you are launching a new venture or looking to refresh an existing one\, you’ll walk away with the clarity needed to support your business’s long-term growth. \nThis workshop will take place in the Kalamalka Room on the 3rd Floor. \nQuestions? Please reach out to our Business Services team at workshop@futuresbc.com \nThis no-cost workshop is presented in partnership by Community Futures North Okanagan and the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/what-is-branding-how-to-implement-brand-strategy/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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SUMMARY:Meaningful Marketing: Crafting your Message & Measuring What Matters
DESCRIPTION:Struggling to clearly communicate your value and attract the right customers?\n\nThis practical\, hands-on workshop cuts through the noise to help you craft a message that truly connects with your customers.\n\nLearn how to define your unique value and shift from features to meaningful benefits that resonate with your audience.\n\nYou’ll also gain clarity on what marketing metrics actually matter—so you can focus on the signals that reflect real engagement\, customer interest\, and business growth.\n\nWalk away with:\n\nSharper messaging\nGreater confidence\nActionable tools to elevate your marketing immediately.\n\n\n\n\nThis lunch & learn workshop will take place at the White Valley Community Centre. Lunch will be provided for participants. \nQuestions? Please reach out to our Business Services team at workshop@futuresbc.com.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/meaningful-marketing-crafting-your-message-measuring-what-matters/
LOCATION:White Valley Community Centre 2250 Shields Avenue Lumby
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SUMMARY:Exceptional Service: Elevating Your Customer Experience
DESCRIPTION:Through this workshop\, small businesses will learn to elevate their customer service by looking beyond individual interactions and focusing on the full client journey-from first impression to long-term loyalty. \nParticipants will explore why exceptional customer service is a key driver of reputation\, referrals\, and repeat business\, especially in close-knit communities. \nThis session introduces: \n\npractical strategies for mapping the customer experience\nhow-to identify gaps in your customer journey\nways to strengthen each touchpoint with your customers\n\nA strong emphasis is placed on proactive service-anticipating customer needs\, removing friction\, and solving problems before clients even notice them so businesses can create seamless\, memorable experiences that build trust and lasting relationships. \n\n\n\nThis lunch & learn workshop will take place at the White Valley Community Centre. Lunch will be provided for participants. \nQuestions? Please reach out to our Business Services team at workshop@futuresbc.com.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/exceptional-service-elevating-your-customer-experience-2/
LOCATION:White Valley Community Centre 2250 Shields Avenue Lumby
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SUMMARY:Start Smart: Tips on Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:Have a business idea but aren’t sure what to do next? We can help you move from business idea to action plan with confidence. \n\n\n\n\nJoin our Start Smart: Tips on How to Start Your Business workshop to take the guesswork out of getting started. \nThis workshop will provide a high-level overview of the key steps involved\, with the facilitator guiding you through a checklist of startup tasks to help you confidently launch your business. \nYou will learn about essential steps such as: \n\nMarket research\nBusiness planning\nRegistering your business\n\nParticipants will walk away from this workshop with valuable tools\, resources\, and greater clarity on how to move forward on your business journey. \nRegister today and take your first step toward starting your business! \nThis workshop will take place in the Kalamalka Room (3rd Floor). \nQuestions? Please contact our team at workshop@futuresbc.com.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/start-smart-tips-on-starting-a-business/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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