Advice
It was the “business end of the business” that caused Jodi initial concerns. “My AWE advisor looked over my business plan and gave me some contacts and advice that, with my science background, I never would have considered. It definitely helped me get to where I am now.”
As an entrepreneur, you may often find yourself faced with business questions and circumstances that you have no idea as to where to go for answers or for help. Finding someone that you are confident and comfortable with to give you solid business advice is hard enough to ask for, never mind find.
At AWE, we have made it our business to help you realize your dream.
AWE provides free business advising services to women entrepreneurs throughout Alberta. Whether you are starting a company or are expanding your current business, our business advisors are here to provide you with advice, information, references and resources for all areas of business management and development. Whatever your business needs, AWE is here to provide you with one-on-one assistance.
We also offer a specific program for Aboriginal women called NextStep. For more details and information about this program,
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Your personalized Business Advisor will work toward helping you to:
- Evaluate a business idea and look at the feasibility of the venture.
- Develop a business plan that may be used as a guideline for the business operations, marketing strategies and financial projections.
- Develop a viable business plan that will prepare you for our Loan Program.
- Assist you with specific challenges or opportunities related to your business and its potential for future growth.
- Provide loan and business services throughout the life of your business venture.
To work with a Business Advisor, the first step is to complete an online form.
After completing the online form an AWE representative will contact you respond to your request, provide general information regarding your inquiry, and link you with your assigned Business Advisor.