Benefit Corporations also known as (B Corps) are for-profit companies, in which their performances meet the general public benefit verified standard. They aim to redefine business success by embracing inclusivity, and reducing inequality - by doing so,they create a healthier environment and more opportunities. A ‘B Corp’ measures its success across 5 metrics: employees (pay more than the competitors), customers (charge less than the competitors); community (contribute more than the competitors); environment (reduce impact); and shareholders (pay a bit less, but still be very successful). Note - B Corps share information and decision-making with employees and stakeholders. The DealPrep Founders Agreement workshop presents students with a (fictitious) case study about a start-up B Corp business - negotiation of terms, regarding a founder (CEO) bringing in another founder (Co-founder). Students must carefully examine the facts in the case study to determine how to approach their negotiation terms with the Founders' Agreement, being mindful of the prospective Co-founders' needs. Facts in the case will illuminate the founders preferences with respect to Vesting, Compensation, Founders Rights, Investment Threshold to Obtain/Maintain Voting Rights, Business Structure and Ownership etc. The exercise culminates in a live negotiation session, moderated through telepresence by the DealPrep team. Students will be assigned a side to represent, and must prepare for the session through self-study on the Clausehound platform.

Have you ever struggled with market research for your business? Learn the basics of market research and how to go about it in this introductory workshop! Market research can help you gain insight into your industry, competition, target market & help you create effective strategies for starting/growing your business.

FL2F is a workshop series supporting women in STEM to explore the possibility of taking their ideas and product to market. From Lab 2 Fulfilment (FL2F) is a purpose-driven workshop that teaches women like you – researchers, engineers, scientists & medical doctors how to transform your research & discoveries into successful products & companies.

Have an idea and considering starting your own business? In this workshop, we will help you discover if entrepreneurship is right for you and show you how to take your idea and make it a reality!

This program is designed to help women entrepreneurs learn how technology can help them build their new business. This program is designed to help women entrepreneurs overcome some of the barriers and obstacles related to entrepreneurial technology and innovation. Participants will have a collaborative and interactive experience with follow-up coaching and self-directed activities.

This workshop will explore what makes your business idea unique and how the value of your product or service will benefit your customer. Creating a powerful value proposition is a vital stage in developing your company’s business plan and brand identity. It is also an important early step in your overall marketing strategy and will be a valuable resource for making informed brand-related decisions in the short, medium and long term for your business.

The goal of this workshop is to introduce participants to how to use the Business Model Canvas & how to apply it to their business endeavour. This workshop will show you how utilising the Business Model Canvas will help facilitate your business communication, help you think strategically, exchange ideas and get your team working towards the same goals.

The WESTEM Program has partnered with Ammolite Analytx to offer 30 scholarships for Foundations in Cybersecurity. This program will run 8 weeks (Tuesdays & Thursdays: Jan. 26 - March 18, 2021) and is for female entrepreneurs and/or female IT professionals in Southern Alberta. Upon completion of the program certification, a digital badge will be awarded.

Do you aspire to live in a world that is inclusive, engaging & inspiring? Everyone deserves to work in a trusting, respectful culture that includes maximizing business goals while having fun! A Journey to Self-Discovery is a 5 Part - 5 Week Workshop series to help you gain a better understanding of yourself.