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Around BC: Entrepreneurial Success Stories From The Mainland/Southwest Region
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60 Seconds with Mhairi Petoric – Out-Smarts
Out-Smarts was founded in 2002 when Mhairi Petrovic (pronounced Vah-ree) saw an opportunity to offer an innovative and flexible approach to internet marketing for small and medium businesses in British Columbia.
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60 Seconds with Arnold Leung – Appnovation
Arnold Leung founded Appnovation in 2007 after graduating from UBC. Starting out as a web development company, he expanded the business to offer web and mobile applications. In 2010 Leung featured in Business in Vancouver’s Top Forty Under 40 list.
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60 Seconds with Rob Barnett - Straydog Marketing + Design
Straydog Marketing + Design began in 2008 when Rob Barnett and his partner Rachelle Hynes saw an opportunity to carve out a niche in the Vancouver market between the low-cost, low frills, design firms and the high-end, high cost design agencies.
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Kevan Seng - Capulet Art Consulting
A chance encounter with one of Vancouver’s most prominent artists was the starting point for entrepreneur Kevan Seng. Not knowing a lot about art, Seng felt that if he could appreciate the artist’s work, then the rest of the population would as well.
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Minna Van - The Network Hub
As a very young business owner, still in high school, Minna Van found it a constant struggle to be taken seriously. Years later, Van decided that her next venture would be one to provide emerging entrepreneurs with the support she never had.
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Dr. Leslie Roberts - GoForth Institute
Dr. Leslie Roberts had her entrepreneurial moment of genius while sitting in red light traffic in downtown Calgary, when a voice in her head said, "Start a school!"
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Kyle Barker - Broadside Media
Kyle Barker, owner of Broadside Media, measures his success in the balance of family, freedom and flexibility. As Broadside Media has grown Barker has learned to stay focussed on his strengths, developing the business to serve a niche service.
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Joyce Poon - Noir Lash Lounge Inc.
Noir Lash Lounge was started as a hobby by Joyce Poon, in 2008. Now with three lounge locations in Yaletown, South Granville and Morgan Crossing, Joyce explains how she got to where she is today and her top 5 tips for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Tristan Galbraith- Critter Get Ritter Pest and Wildlife Control
Whistler, BC’s Critter Get Ritter offers certified organic pest and wildlife control services.
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Bryan Joe Fashions
Sustainable, ethically produced and stylish, West Vancouver, BC’s Bryan Joe Fashions is a good-looking green business
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Zoolu Organics
Vancouver, BC’s Zoolu Organics is a children’s clothing line made with 100% organic cotton and non-toxic, water-based inks.
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Wentings Cycle & Mountain Shop
Wentings Cycle & Mountain Shop is Mission, BC’s source for bicycles and snowboards for recreational or professional use, plus complete repair and maintenance services.
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The Great Canadian Landscaping Company Ltd.
North Vancouver, BC’s award-winning Great Canadian Landscaping Company Ltd. offers professional landscaping services for residential and commercial clients.
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Straydog Marketing + Design
West Vancouver, BC’s Straydog Marketing + Design specializes in innovative graphic design, web design, branding and more.
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Appnovation Technologies Inc.
Vancouver, BC’s Appnovation Technologies Inc. develops websites and software using Drupal, Alfresco and iPhone platforms.
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EightSix Network Inc.
Vancouver, BC’s EightSix Network Inc. is a quick and easy, resume-free employment network for the hospitality industry.
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Everland Natural Foods Inc.
Based in Burnaby, BC, Everland Natural Foods Inc. is a family-owned business specializing in healthy, certified organic foods.
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Saakori Lifestyle Inc.
Burnaby, BC’s Saakori Lifestyle Inc. offers eco-friendly palm leaf dinnerware and reusable produce bags for people interested in leading more sustainable lives.
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Quicktech
Quicktech offers managed IT services and support for business and residential clients in Vancouver, BC.
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Urban Foliage Inc.
Burnaby, BC’s Urban Foliage Inc. designs, installs and maintains living wall and green roof technologies in urban areas.
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Hear at Home Mobile Hearing Clinic Ltd.
Hear at Home Mobile Hearing Clinic Ltd. delivers mobile hearing assessments and services to people in North Vancouver and West Vancouver, BC.
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LocalTrifecta Internet Marketing
Surrey, BC’s LocalTrifecta Internet Marketing helps small businesses market themselves online with Search Engine Optimization, Pay-Per-Click Advertising and Local Map Results.
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FROGBOX Inc.
Vancouver, BC-based FROGBOX Inc. rents reusable moving containers as an eco-friendly alternative to cardboard boxes.
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Custom Cooling Solutions
Custom Cooling Solutions offers environmentally friendly HVAC system installation services for clients in Langley, BC and the Lower Mainland.
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Sassy Cassy’s Boots Inc.
Langley, BC’s Sassy Cassys’ Boots Inc. offers original leather and synthetic boot designs available for purchase online across Canada and the U.S.
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Rayne Longboards Riding High on Passion and Success
Receiving the Successful You Award meant being validated by Small Business BC as best in its class. That recognition added legitimacy to my vision for my business and gave me more confidence in pursuing my dream,” said Graham Buska of Rayne Longboards.
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Mystic Masala Continues to Blossom, Successful You Award Past Winner
“My passion and commitment to my business in aesthetics and belief in social responsibility is like the art of yoga - getting more refined and polished through practice," said Glynnis Osher of Mystic Masala.
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The Goods Screening & Apparel
The Goods is a retail clothing and accessory store as well as a silk screening shop.
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Snugabell Mom & Baby Gear
Snugabell Mom & Baby Gear is in the business of designing and manufacturing fun and fashionable breastfeeding and pumping products and accessories.
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Parfait Designs
Parfait Designs is a wholesale jewelry company specializing in fashion and contemporary collections.
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Örling & Wu Home Ltd.
Örling & Wu is a high-end home furnishings retail store located in the heart of Vancouver’s historic Gastown.
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LifeStyle Coaching for Dating Relationships
Lifestyle Coaching for Dating Relationships coaches men and women on how to meet the opposite sex for exciting dates and fulfilling relationships, starting with their authentic and genuine self.
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Catered Art, Boutique Catering
Catered Art plans and caters special events tailored to client’s special wishes and tastes.
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Biagirl Media Inc.
Biagirl Media Inc. provides workshops for Moms/Mentors and their girls ages 5-12 in order to spend quality time learning, laughing and playing together!
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Been There & Done That Network
Deroche, BC-based Been There & Done That Network brings together people and unique products that aren’t available in regular department stories.
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R&J Landscaping Ltd
Mission, BC-based R&J Landscaping offers a full range of lawn and garden services, in addition to yard renovations, new construction, snow clearing and Bobcat/excavation work
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MultiTrends ITNet Services
What began as Oliver Perez’ one man IT support operation has flourished into a 19-person IT support team serving clients in Canada and the US, with offices in Maple Ridge, Toronto and Halifax.
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Well Seasoned Gourmet Food Store
Langley, BC’s Well Seasoned Gourmet Food Store offers artisan food products from around the world, and from BC’s own abundant backyard.
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Out There 4U Community Online
Deborah Powell, founder of Out There 4U Community Online, shares her thoughts on how connecting with your community can help build the support system necessary to run a successful business.
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Continuing Small Business Education & Training: Building Blocks for Success
"There is no magic formula and you have to find your own path to success. However, it's a lot easier to find that path if you are armed with knowledge in all areas of business," says Giovanni Amenta of Pink & Grey Style and Image Consulting.
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Kiss My Flash Photography: Beyond the Flash - Protecting Your Work
What advice would Kiss My Flash Photography's Catherine and Eugene give aspiring entrepreneurs? “Do your research and ensure important documents are carefully worded. Also, build on your business knowledge."
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Blo Blow Dry Bar
If you can’t find what you need, create a business to fill that market niche yourself – and create an amazing brand and culture while you’re at it.
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Webnames.ca
We are who we are because of everything we’ve done, both right and wrong. I see every challenge as a learning opportunity rather than a mistake.
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Kin's Farm Market
We wanted to market a product that we knew would sell. We always enjoyed eating healthy, so it was a no-brainer to go into the vegetable business.
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