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Start your morning with BDC and a room full of business leaders for a collaborative discussion focused on what’s ahead for small and medium-sized businesses. Explore proven advisory approaches, gain clarity on current economic landscape trends, and...

Start your morning with BDC and a room full of business leaders for a collaborative discussion focused on what’s ahead for small and medium-sized businesses. Explore proven advisory approaches, gain clarity on current economic landscape trends, and learn strategies to strengthen and scale your business in 2026 and beyond. A great opportunity to network, share experiences, and ask questions directly to BDC advisors.

Join us for an engaging BDC Advisory Breakfast designed specifically for small and medium business owners looking to strengthen their strategy for 2026. This interactive session will provide practical insights, proven advisory approaches, and expert guidance to help you make smarter, more confident business decisions in the year ahead.

Gain direct access to BDC’s advisory leaders, network with fellow business owners, and participate in meaningful discussions on current challenges, opportunities, and growth strategies.

What to Expect:

✅Direct access to BDC advisors to discuss real challenges faced by small and medium businesses.

✅Actionable insights on strategic planning, financial management, and growth opportunities heading into 2026.

✅Clarity on current market trends and how they impact SMB operations and decision-making.

✅Opportunities to ask questions, share experiences, and engage in open dialogue with experts.

✅Meaningful networking with business owners who face similar opportunities and obstacles.

✅Guidance on next steps you can implement immediately within your business.

Location: Connecting GTA Head Office, Pickering
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Presented by: Business Development Bank of Canada

9:30 AM – Registration & Networking 

• Meet and mingle with fellow women entrepreneurs and business professionals.

10:00 AM – Welcome Remarks

• Suresh Kumar, Founder & CEO, Connecting GTA
  Overview of the purpose of the session and introductions.

10:10 AM – 11:10 AM

Key Advisory Insights for SMBs in 2026
Speakers: Kris Poopalasingam & Adam Berry, BDC

• Current trends impacting small and medium businesses

• Common pitfalls and challenges identified by BDC advisors

• Strategic advice for building resilience and growth

11:10 AM – 11:30 AM

Interactive Discussion & Q&A
Participants share challenges, ask questions, and engage directly with BDC advisors.

11:30 AM

Closing Remarks & Next Steps
Final thoughts from BDC and Connecting GTA; networking and follow-up opportunities.