Growth Catalyst

🚀 Growth Catalyst C6 Update: Mastering Capital Strategy! 🌟 Cohort C6 has successfully completed the Capital Module of the Growth Catalyst program, led by Robert Vanderwees! This module equipped the group with key tools to strengthen their financial strategy and drive long-term growth. Here’s what they’ve achieved: Evaluated Financial Health 📊: Learned to analyze financial statements to assess their company’s well-being. Mastered Capital Raises 💰: Gained insights on timing and aligning funding with key business milestones. Explored Capital Sources 🔍: Weighed the pros and cons of debt vs. equity funding. Built Financial Models 📉: Created foundational models to forecast performance and guide decisions. Perfected the Pitch 🎯: Developed and tested strong pitches for raising capital. Strengthened Negotiation Skills 🤝: Improved strategies for negotiating with financial partners, some of whom were in the room. Committed to Making a Difference 🌟: Ready to scale and make an impact. A heartfelt thank you to our distinguished panelists for sharing their expertise on Accounting & Legal Implications and Financing for Growth: Sierra Heisler, MLT Aikins LLP Mark Regehr, MNP Kristen Martin Hrabec, CA, MNP Mitchell Kerklaan, CFA, TD Anuj Arora, Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada Bhavnish Bilimoria, CPA Bilimoria, BDC Lisa Adam , TD Joben Lopez, Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada Your insights were invaluable in helping our cohort navigate the complexities of business finance! A special thank you to our Growth Catalyst team for their unwavering support: Peter Fenwick, ICD.D, Dr. Simon Raby, Ph.D., Pablo Garcia, Jack Barnett-Ritcey, James Levy, Emily Robitaille, and Caitlin McCarthy. Congratulations, Cohort C6! We can’t wait to see what you pitch as your big Strategic Growth Opportunities at your December Graduation! 🚀 #GrowthCatalyst #CapitalModule #BusinessGrowth #FinancialStrategy #RaiseCapital #Entrepreneurship #InvestInYourBusiness #Accounting #LegalImplications #FinancingForGrowth

🚀 Ready to Scale Up? 🚀 Are you a founder or leader navigating the growing pains of evolving from startup to scaleup? Growth Catalyst invites you to Scaling Up: Evolving Your Team, Company, and Leadership, where we’ll explore insights, strategies, and real talk on overcoming the toughest challenges and achieving breakthroughs in scaling. At this event, we’ll tackle essential questions like:  🔹 What’s the difference between startup and scaleup? Learn how scaling demands new approaches in strategy, team dynamics, and leadership. 🔹 How do I empower my team? Discover how to shift from founder-led decision-making to a culture of autonomy and accountability. 🔹 What’s stalling our growth? Explore common hurdles in scaling, from team alignment to evolving your leadership style. 🔹 When do I need more support—and where can I find it? Hear about practical, results-driven resources like Venture Mentoring Service of Alberta, Growth Catalyst, and the CDL-Rockies 📅 Date: 7:30-9:30 am, Tuesday, November 19th 📍 Location: Platform Innovation Centre - East Annex 🔗 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gp3QdZVy

🚀 Transitioning from startup to scaleup? Join us at Scaling Up: Evolving Your Team, Company, and Leadership for practical strategies on building a high-performing team. Hosted by Venture Mentoring Service of Alberta, CDL-Rockies, and Growth Catalyst, this event is designed to help founders navigate the complexities of scaling and adapt to the evolving demands of business growth. 📅 Date: 7:30-9:30 am, Tuesday, November 19th 📍 Location: Platform Innovation Centre - East Annex Don't miss your chance to attend this valuable session! Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gp3QdZVy We look forward to seeing you there!

🚀 Transitioning from startup to scaleup? Join us at Scaling Up: Evolving Your Team, Company, and Leadership for practical strategies on building a high-performing team. Hosted by Venture Mentoring Service of Alberta, CDL-Rockies, and Growth Catalyst, this event is designed to help founders navigate the complexities of scaling and adapt to the evolving demands of business growth. 📅 Date: 7:30-9:30 am, Tuesday, November 19th 📍 Location: Platform Innovation Centre - East Annex Don't miss your chance to attend this valuable session! Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gp3QdZVy We look forward to seeing you there!

Growth Catalyst Invites you to innovation week! We’re thrilled to have Growth Catalyst as a key partner for Scaling up! Growth Catalyst works with entrepreneurs and leaders to drive organizational growth by building strong, accountable teams. Our expertise in driving innovation in SMEs and team dynamics will be front and center at this event. Nor-Alta Environmental Services Ltd's Liana Phoenix, a Strategic Growth Team Leader will share her experience in engaging the leadership team in strategic planning—all essential for scaling organizations. 📅 Date: 7:30-9:30 am, Tuesday, November 19th 📍 Location: Platform Innovation Centre - East Annex Register today!   Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gp3QdZVy #GrowthCatalyst #ScalingTeams #InnovationWeek2024  Learn more about Growth Catalyst https://lnkd.in/gs3642db

Get Out the VOTE! 🗳️ We’re excited to announce that OUTLINE Homes, currently participating in our Edmonton Cohort, has been named a finalist in the Western Living Design 25 Awards! 🎉 This recognition reflects their innovative design and exceptional craftsmanship. Help us show our support for this incredible team by voting for them for the People’s Choice Award, with voting open until November 15th. Let’s celebrate their hard work and creativity as a community! You can cast your vote here: https://lnkd.in/g5FJeJ3H Way to go, Outline Homes! 🌟 Punchcard Systems, Qualimet, Flexcim Manufacturing Services Inc., Alta-Fab Structures Ltd, Karma Medical Products, Innova Contracting Ltd. #Design25 #SupportLocal #OutlineHomes #Cohort6 #Edmonton

🚀 Cohort 7 Update: Elevating Customer Engagement for Sustainable Success! 🌟 We’re thrilled to share that Cohort 7 in Calgary has just wrapped up the Customer module of the Growth Catalyst program! A heartfelt thank you to our amazing facilitators, Sarah Morrill and Chantel Elliott from 321 Growth Academy, for leading this exceptional cohort on their journey toward customer-centric excellence. With an exceptional NPS rating of 63, this module continues to raise the bar in participant satisfaction! Here’s what Cohort 7 has accomplished: Deepened Understanding of Customer Needs 🤔: Engaged in immersive workshops that revealed key insights into customer behaviors and preferences, setting the foundation for impactful strategies. Developed Comprehensive Customer Personas 🎭: Crafted detailed personas that illuminate diverse customer journeys, enabling targeted marketing and personalized outreach efforts. Created Innovative Solutions 💡: Collaboratively designed cutting-edge solutions to address customer pain points, enhancing satisfaction and driving long-term loyalty. Established Metrics for Success 📊: Implemented robust metrics to track customer satisfaction and created dynamic feedback loops, ensuring ongoing adaptation and improvement. Aligned Organizational Structure 🏢: Restructured teams to prioritize customer experience, fostering a culture where every department contributes to customer-centric goals. A big round of applause for Cohort 7 for their dedication and creativity! A special thank you to our Growth Catalyst team for their unwavering support: Peter Fenwick, ICD.D, Dr. Simon Raby, Ph.D., Pablo Garcia, Jack Barnett-Ritcey, Emily Robitaille, and Caitlin McCarthy. We can’t wait to see how this amazing cohort applies their newfound insights to create lasting impact! 💥 #GrowthCatalyst #CustomerEngagement #LeadershipDevelopment #CalgaryExcellence #SustainableSuccess

🚀 Cohort 6 Milestone: Strengthening Capabilities for Strategic Growth! 🌟 We’re thrilled to share that Cohort 6 from Edmonton has successfully completed the Capability module of the Growth Catalyst program! A special thanks to our outstanding facilitator, James Levy, for leading this exceptional cohort through this part of their transformative journey. Here’s what Cohort 6 has accomplished: 🌟 Established a Competitive Advantage within Strategic Growth Opportunities (SGOs). 🔗 Streamlined their capabilities into a customer value chain to optimize SGOs. 🏗️ Assessed build, buy, or partner strategies to effectively bridge capability gaps. 🎯 Made strategic prioritization decisions centered on achievable SGOs to drive growth. 🏢 Organized their structures for the effective execution of SGOs, paving the way for lasting success. Hats off to Cohort 6 for their dedication and insights! A heartfelt thank you to our Growth Catalyst team for their unwavering support: Peter Fenwick, ICD.D, Dr. Simon Raby, Ph.D., Pablo Garcia, Jack Barnett-Ritcey, Emily Robitaille, Kassidy Gerhardi, and Caitlin McCarthy. We’re excited to see how this remarkable cohort puts their new skills into action! 💥 #GrowthCatalyst #StrategicGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #Capability #EdmontonExcellence

🚀 Cohort 7 Milestone: Cultivating Growth with the Compass + Coach Modules! 🧭 We’re thrilled to share that Cohort 7, our largest cohort to date, has just wrapped up the Compass + Coach modules of the Growth Catalyst program! A huge thank you to the incredible facilitators from Incito Executive & Leadership Development – Shawn Gibson P.Eng, PCC , Jenn Lofgren CPHR, MCC, ICD.D, and Erika Mohle, Executive Coach and Psychologist – for guiding this pivotal stage of Cohort 7's growth journey. Here’s what Cohort 7 has accomplished: 🌱 Refined their purpose and confidently shared it, fostering even stronger collaboration. 🎯 Reimagined their growth goals, daring to push the boundaries and envision an even bigger, bolder future. 🕵️ Reflected on their leadership styles, identifying opportunities for personal and professional growth. 🏆 Assessed their team dynamics, setting the stage for elevated performance and impact. A big shoutout to Cohort 7 for their dedication and energy, and a heartfelt thank you to our Growth Catalyst team for making this journey possible: Peter Fenwick, ICD.D, Dr. Simon Raby, Ph.D., Pablo Garcia, Jack Barnett-Ritcey, Emily Robitaille Kassidy Gerhardi, and Caitlin McCarthy. We’re excited to see where this powerhouse cohort goes next! 💥 #GrowthCatalyst #LeadershipExcellence #Teamwork #ScalingUp #PurposeDriven

🚀 Exciting times ahead! We're thrilled to introduce the 21 ambitious companies joining Cohort 7 of the Growth Catalyst program. Over the next seven months, these innovative businesses will dive into strategic growth planning, collaborating with industry experts to unlock their full potential. With a combined annual revenue of $117.4 million and an average age of nearly 19 years, this cohort is set to make waves! 🌊 Join us in welcoming them as they embark on this transformative journey toward success! 🙌✨ Alberta Home Services | Amplify Advisors | Brightsquid Secure Communications Corp. | COLLECTIVE culture + communication | Crave Cookies and Cupcakes | Earthmaster Environmental Strategies Inc. | Elevation Supplies | ENFOCOM Cyber | Holland Licensed Interior Design Inc. | Measurement Sciences Inc | Nor-Alta Environmental Services Ltd | RigER | Risio Institute for Digital Dental Education | Sierra Dental (Calgary & Airdrie) | StumpCraft | Virtuous Circle Counselling | VizworX Inc. | VL Energy Ltd. | WCD | Wosler