Save the date message from NORDIK Institute - [SEE] Social Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Northern Region Partnership.

Calling all business developers, social enterprises and entrepreneurs!

For more information contact info at seethechange.ca

Two wonderful opportunities to build capacity in developing and scaling up social enterprises, tap into funders and training resources, and create a network of mentors.

Learn about existing SEs in the region, their contributions to resilience and sustainability, ways to support their development, communicate their value, and develop a business plan.

And much more!

Travel subsides available for social enterprises.

Save the date message from NORDIK Institute - [SEE] Social Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Northern Region Partnership.

Calling all business developers, social enterprises and entrepreneurs!

For more information contact info at seethechange.ca

Two wonderful opportunities to build capacity in developing and scaling up social enterprises, tap into funders and training resources, and create a network of mentors.

Learn about existing SEs in the region, their contributions to resilience and sustainability, ways to support their development, communicate their value, and develop a business plan.

And much more!

Travel subsides available for social enterprises.

Looking to drive more sales to your social enterprise?
Thinking about expanding into new markets?
Eager to deepen your impact in an existing community?

Scaling Social Enterprise is a program of Pillar Nonprofit Network focused on scaling the impact and revenue of established social enterprises.  Join us for two months of small group workshops with experts, 1-1 business mentorship and access to a wide range of learning tools.  

This program is capped at 15 organizations, and we guarantee you individualized support to create YOUR roadmap for scale.

Register for Scaling Social Enterprise

What is included?

• Kick-off & closing event to get to know your fellow social enterprises & mentors
• 4 half-day workshops focused on growing your social enterprise
• 1-1 support from a business mentor in our community
• 4 additional half-day work periods with Pillar staff & your mentor

What will you walk away with?

• Framework: Tools & exercises to analyze current situation and plan for growth
• Skills: Ability to analyze future opportunities and act on them
• Leadership: Strategies to bring staff and board “on board” with growth vision
• Community: Ongoing access to an online & in-person community of peers

“That all sounds amazing! How do I sign up?”

We want to ensure we have a strong cohort of dedicated social enterprises that will gain the most value from this process, and can contribute to each other’s learning.  To see if you would be a good fit for the program, APPLY HERE and someone from our team will contact you to discuss the details.

Who are we looking for?

Scaling Social Enterprises is open to nonprofits, for-profits & cooperatives. This program is designed to support social enterprises that can demonstrate:

• A product or service with a proven business model
• Revenue generation over at least 1-2 years
• Willingness to explore opportunities for growth

Not sure if this program is the right fit for you? Reach out to secoach at pillarnonprofit.ca to find out more, and learn about our range of social enterprise support programs.

The deadline to apply is November 23rd, 2018.
Bursaries are available to assist organizations in covering the cost of this program.

Workshop Schedule:

Kick-off (January 16th)
Get to know your cohort & mentors

Identifying Opportunities for Growth (January 24th)
Inventory of current business strategies
Identifying opportunities through market research

Evaluating Growth Opportunities (February 7th
Business modelling
Investment decisions

Implementing your Plan (February 21st)
Sales & marketing strategies
Financing your growth

Human-centred Approach (March 7th)
Leadership during growth
Hiring & developing your team

Graduation (March 19th)
Opportunity to share your growth roadmap

 Working or Volunteering with Nonprofits and Social Enterprises

What is your social good goal? Discover a world of opportunities with nonprofits and social enterprises, and learn how you can develop transferable skills, enhance your career prospects and network through volunteering and board leadership opportunities.

• Are you considering a career in the nonprofit and/or social enterprises?
• Already working in the nonprofit sector and looking to explore other options?
• Looking to give back and volunteer in the community?
• Thinking about your future and what positive impact you can have on the world?

Register for Careers & Volunteers That Give Back

Meet with Michelle Baldwin, Executive Director of Pillar Nonprofit Network and other staff at Innovation Works for a one-hour group discussion. We will explore skills, networking opportunities, individual social responsibility, the hidden job market and tips for finding your dream job or the perfect volunteer role with a nonprofit or social enterprise.

Additional Details:

• Please wait in the Edgar & Joes Cafe area to be taken to the room
• Interested in learning more about Innovation Works? Join us after the talk for a 30 minute tour
• In the event that Michelle Baldwin is not available, another Pillar staff member will deliver the presentation

About the Presenter:

As Executive Director of Pillar Nonprofit Network, Michelle Baldwin is a strong community advocate with extensive experience in volunteer management, communications, training and fundraising. Michelle previously held positions with the Brain Tumour Foundation and Thames Valley Children’s Centre. She currently serves on the Boards of Huron University College and Emerging Leaders, and facilitates a variety of nonprofit related workshops.

Michelle holds a Masters degree in Educational Psychology, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, as well as a Communications & Public Relations Professional Certificate from Western and a Volunteer Management Certificate from Fanshawe College.

9:00am to 11:00am
Exeter Town Hall
322 Main Street South

The Business Case for Diversity: building strategies to broaden your customer base and build a welcoming community.

During this free 2-hour interactive session, we will:

1) Set the Context

• The demographics of Huron County
• Community Economic Development needs identified

2) Discuss approaches to attract a diverse market segment:

• Explore current marketing approaches and how they might be modified
• Identify short and long term strategies

Register for The Business Case for Diversity

The workshop will be designed to be a facilitated discussion to identify creative ways to attract a wider customer base, draw more people to shop, settle, and be part of the community. All businesses and organizations are welcome and encouraged to attend!