Interested in building your entrepreneurial skills to launch your startup?
YSpace, York University’s innovation hub, is partnering with the Markham Small Business Centre (MSBC) to host an 11-week educational program called Founders Fundamentals.
Whether you are a professional services company, brick and mortar or technology startup, the program aims to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to succeed. Spanning across topics such as finance 101, to how to write a business plan, to legal basics and more, this program provides a wide range of learning. In addition, the program connects you with local resources for potential next steps as you progress in your entrepreneurial ventures.
Individuals who attend at least 9 out of the 11 workshops will receive an Innovation York Certificate of Completion, illustrating your dedication to learning about the essentials of launching a successful business.
About the Workshop
Being an entrepreneur is often thought of as a lonely feat, however the most successful entrepreneurs know that a strong team is essential to ensure that your business thrives. The team looks to its leader for guidance and support, and having a strong team improves productivity, increases employee motivation, encourages collaboration and builds trust and respect among employees.
This workshop aims to cover the following items:
- What makes a successful startup team?
- Learn about creative ways to build a strong team
About the Presenter
Coming Soon.
*Zoom link will be accessible in your Order Confirmation page emailed to you after registration (click on "Go to Online Event").
Interested in building your entrepreneurial skills to launch your startup?
YSpace, York University’s innovation hub, is partnering with the Markham Small Business Centre (MSBC) to host an 11-week educational program called Founders Fundamentals.
Whether you are a professional services company, brick and mortar or technology startup, the program aims to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to succeed. Spanning across topics such as finance 101, to how to write a business plan, to legal basics and more, this program provides a wide range of learning. In addition, the program connects you with local resources for potential next steps as you progress in your entrepreneurial ventures.
Individuals who attend at least 9 out of the 11 workshops will receive an Innovation York Certificate of Completion, illustrating your dedication to learning about the essentials of launching a successful business.
About the Workshop
Implementation of Equity Diversity &Inclusion (EDI) practices is vital to any business but can often be overlooked - especially when starting a new business. This interactive workshop will explore ways to embed fundamental EDI principles as a conscious pillar in the organization and in the products and/or services delivered. Although the workshop will focus on issues faced by women in the business world, it will also provide valuable and practical strategies on how to become a better allies; and on challenging all of our own unconscious biases. By developing an understanding of foundational DEI concepts, you will begin to understand how to create an engaged workforce that promotes psychological safety, authenticity, and innovation – giving your business a competitive edge over others.
This workshop aims to cover the following items:
- A foundational understanding of the following critical EDI terminology and concepts:
- diversity and inclusion
- equity vs equality
- unconscious bias
- psychological safety and engagement
- Learn how to become aware of bias and discover tools you can adopt to become aware of your own values, beliefs, and biases
- Implementation of quick-win EDI tools/strategies to be a better ally for marginalized groups, and assess your team’s inclusion climate
- Understand the benefits of creating a high inclusion work culture
About the Presenter
Coming Soon.
*Zoom link will be accessible in your Order Confirmation page emailed to you after registration (click on "Go to Online Event").
