Month: February 2024

February 21, 2024

Have you ever thought about how small businesses manage to compete with their larger counterparts? Smaller entities often face unique challenges in the business landscape, but can find a significant ally in Research and Development (R&D).

How R&D is a Force Multiplier in the Small Business Arena

Have you ever thought about how small businesses manage to compete with their larger counterparts? Smaller entities often face unique challenges in the business landscape, but can find a significant ally in Research and Development[...]
Dr. Mira Ray
February 19, 2024

What Drives Gaps in Entrepreneurship for Minorities?

Structural barriers to entrepreneurship still remain for many minority and underserved communities. These barriers are reflected even within these communities where minorities are less likely to share ideas with their network. Understanding these barriers and the cultural and racial drivers behind them is key to increasing participation in entrepreneurship.[...]
Dr. Mira Ray
February 16, 2024

The How and Why of Adding a Mentor

There are many excuses not to seek a mentor, but data shows the value one can bring to a new or scaling business. Here are a few considerations on the how, the why, and the when of adding a mentor and how to proceed once you land one.[...]
Dr. Mira Ray
February 14, 2024

Manufacturing in Ontario Gets a Tax Boost

As manufacturing nearshores and reshores from overseas operations due to lingering COVID-19 fears and global supply chain issues, many governments are helping small businesses and manufacturers with tax credits. Ontario is leading the way to help companies add these critical types of jobs.[...]
Dr. Mira Ray
February 14, 2024

‘Sustainability’ and ‘eco-friendly’ have become more than just buzzwords in modern industry; they represent a pivotal shift for consumer packaged goods (CPG). The shift towards greener practices is no longer just a trend but an essential transformation that is reshaping how businesses operate.

Greenovation – Sustainability in Consumer Packaged Goods (Part 2)

'Sustainability' and 'eco-friendly' have become more than just buzzwords in modern industry; they represent a pivotal shift for consumer packaged goods (CPG). The shift towards greener practices is no longer just a trend but an[...]
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