Free Local Business Coaching and Consulting
Nottawasaga Futures, in partnership with the Township of Adjala-Tosorontio, Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury, Town of Innisfil, and the Town of New Tecumseth, provides business services, including one-on-one counselling at no charge to assist entrepreneurs in creating a new business or existing businesses looking for guidance in marketing, purchasing, exporting, business plans, financial projections, succession plans and sources of financing and programs. Our professional staff is experienced and knowledgeable about the local market and understands the challenges faced by businesses.
Our Consulting Program covers a wide range of expertise, including accounting, legal, financial, marketing, mental health support, startup guidance, business expansion strategies, succession planning, and even implementing AI in business operations and beyond. Whether you're just starting your entrepreneurial journey or looking to take your established business to the next level, our team of experienced consultants is here to help you navigate every step of the way.
Eligibility for our Consulting Program is limited to businesses operating within the following municipalities:
- Township of Adjala-Tosorontio
- Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury
- Town of Innisfil
- Town of New Tecumseth
If your business falls within these areas, you may be eligible to benefit from our comprehensive consulting services. Our goal is to empower local businesses, fuel economic growth, and foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem within our community.
Don't let financial constraints hold you back from reaching your business goals. Take advantage of Nottawasaga Futures Consulting Program today and unlock the potential of your business. Reach out to us to learn more about eligibility criteria and how to get started on your journey towards success!
For more information, please contact us 705-502-0311 or ced@nottawasaga.com
Meet our Business Coaches
Laurie Waldrum, CPA, CGA
Waldrum Business Consulting
Business and Financial Coaching
- All aspects and levels of business and finance experience in a variety of industries.
- Financial analysis, budgeting and financial forecasting.
- Business plan, policies/processes and strategic plan development, new business set up, business purchasing/valuation.
- Working with owners/entrepreneurs to develop financial strengths and enhance existing financial systems.
Kate Quigley
Town of Innisfil
Municipal Development and Local Business Support
- Building and development business concierge.
- Location search: Custom and self-service site selection assistance for new and existing businesses.
- Demographics and data: Research and data that you need to make important business decisions.
- Connections to talent: Introductions to hiring and training resources.
Chris Adams
Adams Hamilton Consulting
Digital Marketing Strategy, Innovation, Funding
- Works with businesses to understand how to scale and build growth that have not yet been visioned using innovative digital marketing, funding, software and technology approaches.
- Chris and his team specialize in digital marketing strategy, innovation, funding mechanisms and business advisory services.
Jelmer Stegink
Town of Innisfil
DMZ Innisfil Director
- Ecosystem navigation: Introductions to relevant support resources in the Simcoe County and GTA startup support ecosystem.
- Early-stage startup support: Idea validation, business model development, building MVPs, launching, finding product market fit.
- Fundraising: Pre-seed and seed stage fundraising for scalable start-ups.
Jenny Makula
Orion CPA
- Assists with modern accounting and bookkeeping processes and provides timely financial reporting.
- Provides personalized corporate tax strategies.
- Licensed public accountant for signing off on financial statements for compilations.
- Performs reviews and audits for banks and grant regulators.
- Experienced with investments and raising equity on the TSX as an ex-investment banker.
Ian Kenney
Bungi Marketing
Account Manager
- Offers digital marketing consulting to enhance online presence.
- Offers social media advertising to create targeted campaigns on platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
- Specializes in search engine advertising to boost visibility on Google.
- Assists with brand development and online sales, refining unique brand identities.
Kelly C Laughton
Top Cats Commercial Realty
Commercial Real Estate
- Helps with expert commercial site selection and commercial leasing/sales.
- Terms negotiations commercial landlord/tenant needs award-winning author:
- Slaying the Location Dragon, the Book on Retail Site Selection
- Vertical Villages and the Magic of Mixed-Use Development
Emerson H. Wargel
Barriston Law
Civil Litigation & Employment Law
- An Associate lawyer specializing in general civil litigation and employment law.
- Joined Barriston in 2022 after working as an associate. Previously articled at a prominent management-side labour and employment law firm.
- Strong background in both litigation and employment law to his practice.
Jacklyn Tuckey
Barriston Law
Civil Litigation & Employment Law
- Jacklyn is an associate practicing in the areas of civil litigation, and employment law.
- Jacklyn summered with Barriston throughout her law degree, and completed her articles with the firm, before being called to the Bar in June of 2020.
Nicole Murphey
Barriston Law
Civil Litigation & Employment Law
- Nicole is an associate practising in the areas of civil litigation and employment law.
- Before joining the firm in February of 2022, Nicole began working for the Ministry of the Attorney General as an Assistant Crown Attorney upon her call to the bar in July 2020.
Heather Hill
InsuranceStore.ca
Farm and Commercial Insurance Specialist
- Commercial properties owed or for rent – how much insurance and who needs it?
- Commercial auto – trucks or use of vehicles for business
- Fleets – 5 or more business/commercial use vehicles
- Liability protection – for you and your business
- Professional Liability – do you need it?
- Farms – Large or small – working or hobby
- Retail, office, professionals – what do you need?
Michael Gutta
AddictiveDesign.ca
- Michael Gutta is the founder of AddictiveDesign.ca, a five-time award-winning branding and marketing agency.
- The agency has over 80 years of combined experience and has been in business for 19 years, serving both local and international clients.
- Services include digital marketing, web development, brand management, PR, signage, promotional products, clothing and graphic design services.
Jason Bowers
Certified Mental Health Counselor
ICF Certified Lifestyle and Wellness Coach
- The practice works with entrepreneurs and executives dealing with anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.
- They provide client-centered talk therapies tailored to individual needs.
- The therapist is informed in various modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), narrative therapy, and somatic therapies.
- Jason is trauma-informed, ensuring a sensitive approach to clients' experiences while offering a safe, confidential space for exploration and healing.
Emily Baillie
Compass Marketing
Social Media, Digital Marketing & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- The company specializes in marketing strategies for platforms such as Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
- They utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance their marketing efforts.
- The team develops comprehensive digital marketing strategies and plans tailored to client needs.
- They focus on personal branding through effective digital marketing techniques that are designed to enhance visibility and create a distinctive online identity.
Jo-Anne Chadwick
M.B. Bookkeeping
- Quickbooks Certified - Proficiency in using QuickBooks software for efficient financial management and bookkeeping.
- With over 25 years of experience, including leadership roles such as Accounting Team Leader and Controller.
- Brings deep financial management and operational skills, enhanced by an MBA.
Maria Agoncillo,OCT
Child Care Biz Success Corp.
- Operations - Obtaining A Licence: Meeting legal requirements to secure necessary business licenses.
- Staff and Culture: Building a positive culture helps attract and retain skilled employees.
- Maintaining Quality Service: Consistent high-quality service is vital for customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Luke Belcourt
Scaling Expert | CPO, CTO & CMO
- They specialize in scaling businesses to achieve revenue milestones of 7 and 8 figures through strategic planning and execution.
- The team is dedicated to finding and optimizing product-market fit to ensure that offerings meet customer needs effectively.
- They develop comprehensive go-to-market strategies designed to foster organic growth and enhance market presence.
- They address and solve various technology and SaaS challenges to improve operational efficiency and support business objectives.
Mario Clewlow
CM Advisors
Business Success Coach
- Helping start-ups and existing businesses create, execute and sustain their vision and stay focused on it using simple tactics that are easy to understand and put into practice, regardless of skill level.
- Operationally minded approach to business management, team building and process improvement.
- Specialist in helping owners and managers get out of the business so they can work on the business.
- The practice offers coaching services that support the growth and development of individuals transitioning from entrepreneur to executive roles.
Timothy Brown
Expogain International Inc.
Technology Leadership, AI Workflow Strategies & International Marketing
- Experienced founder: Business model validation to operational scaling.
- Strategic planning expertise: Led and scaled multiple technology & manufacturing-based ventures.
- Proven background in business development and international market expansion.
- Leverages technology (software, AI) and digital strategies for accelerated growth.