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Experts On Demand

Getting expert advice from those who’ve been through it.

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THIS IS FOR YOU IF

Established market traction
Formed a team of more than one person
Have global export potential

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Growth-stage companies will be matched with one of 100+ experts, with intentional representation, providing up to 100 hours of one-to-one and industry-specific business support on operational topics.

This program is grant funded, therefore we are not able to offer expert support for grant writing.

OUTCOMES

Establish corporate goals and monitoring performance
Leading development of corporate strategy and business plans
Working with leadership to ensure effective cash flow management
Developing growth opportunities for the company
Company restructuring
Assisting with executive, board, and staff member recruitment and onboarding
Assisting with securing financing
Assisting with securing industry partners and/or lead customers
Coordinating appropriate intellectual property review and protection strategy
Developing a marketing strategy
Conducting market research

HOW TO APPLY FOR SUPPORT

This program is partially funded through the City of Edmonton and offered at no cost, thanks to Alberta Innovates, through the Edmonton Regional Innovation Network.

BECOME AN EXPERT

Experts have reached the stage of their careers in which they’re focused on sharing their knowledge and recognize that they can gain as much from the coaching experience as the companies they advise.

As an expert in your industry and with a willingness to give back to the community, you can provide one on one support to help businesses grow. Edmonton Unlimited will contract you on behalf of the tech-enabled founder.

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