There are many different elements to growing your business. As Durham’s Small Business Centre, the Business Advisory Centre Durham has certified business advisors with experience in retail, real estate, service businesses, online businesses, marketing, manufacturing, health and wellness, construction and other industries. The fundamental elements of business are often similar in different industries. For a thriving business we focus and consider a 360° view of your business. You need an attractive business concept that customers want to buy, build a strong organization structure and operations, maintain profitable operations and develop long lasting client relations.
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Starter Company Plus Program
This program is for existing business owners operating between 1 to 3 years who are ready to start (market ready/ready to sell), to expand (hiring employees, contractors or getting a location) or to buy a business in Durham Region.
Applications are being accepted for 2025 Cohorts
Introducing Ask the Expert – A New Monthly Event Series for Entrepreneurs
Looking for real answers to your business questions? Ask the Expert is a new monthly in-person event series hosted by BACD, designed to connect entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startups with seasoned professionals across key industries. Each session features a live, interactive Q&A with an expert in fields like legal, HR, marketing, finance, and more—giving you the chance to ask your most pressing questions and walk away with practical, personalized advice. With only 20 seats available per session, this is your opportunity to get up close, get informed, and get growing.
The Sales Blueprint: Your path to sales success
Closed for 2025
This 6 week program will help you grow your confidence in being a sales machine for your business! A coaching and training program, each session includes 1 hour of skills building and 1 hour of interactive coaching, group discussion and working on your own sales plans.
This is the best investment you can make in the longevity and success of your business. Being able to sell successfully is one of THE most important skills you can develop.
By the end of this 6-week program, you’ll:
- Master authentic selling techniques that align with your values
- Create a sales-driven marketing strategy that pre-sells your offers
- Develop confident sales conversations that convert
- Handle objections with ease and negotiate win-win outcomes
- Build a comprehensive sales system for sustainable growth
