“The knowledge and skills I am acquiring through this program will bring more credibility and confidence with clients."
Susan Robichaud, Visual Image Communications, Inc.

“A wonderful opportunity to network and develop for the purpose of enhancing counselling relationships.”
Darren Sequeira, Hants-Kings BDC

The Acadia Centre for Social & Business Entrepreneurship has a vision: Everyone, Everywhere, recognizing and reaching their Entrepreneurial potential. We believe that the pursuit of an entrepreneurial career is firstly a personal decision, secondly a career decision, and thirdly a business decision. This is because an individual’s personal vision is what fuels his or her entrepreneurial efforts. And, if those efforts are fruitful, then they will be deeply and personally fulfilling. We also believe that entrepreneurial people may manifest their skills, knowledge, and attitudes not only in business creation, but also in venues that include government, education and society.

The Acadia Institute for Entrepreneurship is a professional development opportunity for small business development professionals to hone their skills in facilitating entrepreneurial growth in their clients. This Institute is one of many such events. During this one-week program you and your peers will participate in superior cooperative learning in the areas of small business counselling with specific reference to the APEC-IBIZ certified counsellors program. This will enhance your effectiveness as a professional in the field of small business intervention. Not only will you have the opportunity to participate in a first class program, you will also learn from your peers and establish a valuable network for future sharing and support.

I’m confident that the Institute will provide you with the best learning experience of your career. I look forward to participating with you.

CHRIS PELHAM
Executive Director
Acadia Centre for Social & Business Entrepreneurship