Workshop
Frequently Asked Questions?
Where and when are the workshops being held?
The two day workshops will be held in eleven locations throughout Atlantic Canada as follows:
- Nova Scotia: Yarmouth, Halifax, Truro, Sydney
- PEI: Charlottetown
- New Brunswick: Bathurst, Fredericton, Edmundston, Saint John
- Newfoundland: St. Johns, Corner Brook
*All locations subject to change until locations/venue have been determined!
Do I need to attend all of the workshops?
As a participant in the program, much of the valuable learning comes from being part of a group, and interacting with other participants attending the workshop. Therefore, it is encouraged that the participants attend the FULL two days of the workshops.
Apart from the workshop, what else is included in the program?
The Beyond Your Business: Step-by-Step Succession Planning program includes:
• Practical resources and tools to help support the business owner
• On-line Forum for access to additional resources and discussions
• Three follow-up webinars to check in with participants, 3 weeks, 3 months and 6 months after the workshops have been completed.
What are the fees for the Beyond Your Business Succession Program?
The fee for each participant would be $249, plus taxes – we have decided against an early bird offering as it is confusing. However, if there is more than one participant from the same business/organization the fees will be $349 plus taxes for two. More discounts available if and when necessary
Is my business too small for a program like this?
Not at all. Any business owner will at some time need to think about their succession and the program will be adapted taking into consideration the participants in the room.
What are the workshops sessions like?
The ACSBE training approach attempts to develop a learning environment that recognizes the unique learning styles of the participants. Therefore, the content of these modules will make use of presentations, group discussions, case studies, individual exercises and group activities. Subject matter experts such as lawyers and accountants will also be invited to present at the workshops.
Who will be facilitating the various modules of this program and what are their backgrounds?
A good proportion of this program will be facilitated by ACSBE business counsellors. However, guest speakers and subject matter experts will be part of the delivery method of this program, to ensure that all topics are covered at an appropriate level of expertise.
Is this a Certificate Program?
There will be a Certificate of Completion given to each participant at the end of the program.
Who can I contact for further information?
The Program Coordinator is:
Helen J. Abel
Community Programs
Acadia Centre for Social & Business Entrepreneurship
Acadia University
PO Box 142
Wolfville, NS
B4P 2R6
Tel: 1-902-585-1655
Email:
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Training for Not-for-Profits
A major part of ACSBE’s mission is to work directly with not-for-profit and social enterprises just like yours. We do this because we know that these organizations create a better society. We also know they can fulfill their potential by taking on an entrepreneurial mind-set and approach to their work – forging ahead with vision, conjuring creative and innovative ideas, and embracing change – all for the sake of their cause.We offer a variety of training sessions and one-on-one engagements that can help your organization improve its effectiveness. ACSBE is pleased to deliver these services and workshops in three ways: a) to your organization, upon demand
b) to groups of like-minded organizations, who may wish to cost-share, and c) on scheduled dates (please visit www.acsbe.com for dates).
For more information we invite you to contact us at 1-866-654-4499 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . We look forward to working with you to assist in the success of your cause and the not-for-profit sector.
Not-for-Profit Training
ACSBE is very passionate about helping non-profit organizations achieve their goals and fulfill their vision. One of the best ways to do this is by empowering the people behind these organizations. ACSBE is proud to be able to offer group-based workshops specifically for non-profit managers, employees, and directors in the following areas:
• Marketing
• Fundraising
• Succession planning
• Financial management and Analysis
• Stakeholder relationship-building
• Strategic planning
• Opportunity identification
For a full description of ACSBE’s non-profit workshops, please click here.
Please contact Joel Stoddart if you have any questions regarding Training for Not-for-Profit organizations.
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Small Business Workshops
ACSBE offers a variety of in-depth workshops and seminars to small business owners and their staff. For more information please contact:
Annapolis Valley
Helen Abel
Business Consultant
902.585.1655
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Lunenburg County
Stephanie Gaudet
Business Consultant
902.543.7108
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