Seminars & Workshops
Seminars, workshops and conferences are beneficial at any stage of business development.
The BECN offers opportunities for entrepreneurs and business owners to improve their skills and learn business best-practices through a variety of educational formats.

Educational opportunities include several different formats; seminars, workshops, roundtable and networking opportunities, best practices, business panels, iPlan: Planning & Prioritizing workshop, and events delivered by experts in a variety of business topics, and for women entrepreneurs under the 'She Owns It' brand.
Upcoming events will be posted on this page and on the Business & Entrepreneurship Facebook page.
View educational videos posted to the BECN YouTube Channel. There are educational resources offering best practices and helpful tips. Including; business panels with local entrepreneurs, 6 individual short videos on various business topics (social media, photography enhancement, website and branding, finance, accounting, enhancing your digital presence).

Business Series: Interactive Workshops for Entrepreneurs
We are excited to announce the launch of a dynamic 4-part Business Series, created to empower local entrepreneurs and business owners with the tools, strategies, and insights needed to scale up, boost skills, and continue thriving in today’s evolving market.
This FREE workshop series is proudly offered in partnership by: Business & Entrepreneurship Centre Northumberland (BECN), Municipality of Port Hope, and the Port Hope Chamber of Commerce. Together, we’re committed to fostering entrepreneurship, supporting small business growth, and strengthening the local economy by providing accessible training, valuable resources, and direct connections to industry experts.
Whether you're a start-up looking to solidify your business plan, an established business owner seeking new marketing strategies, or simply eager to future-proof your operations with cutting-edge tools like AI, this series offers something for every entrepreneur in Northumberland County.
Each workshop is designed to be interactive and hands-on, focusing on actionable strategies that you can immediately apply to your business. Plus, these sessions offer fantastic networking opportunities, allowing you to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, industry experts, and community partners.
Thursday, March 20: Business Planning Workshop |
Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025 Join Julie Savard, Business Advisor, for a FREE online workshop discussing how to write a successful business plan. Writing your first business plan is a major step in putting your small business on the map. Most importantly, it helps articulate the concepts that inspired you to start your business as well as evaluate potential hurdles like competition, risk analysis, and funding issues. |
Thursday, April 10: Marketing Adaptation vs. Marketing Standardization |
Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025 Join Karen McDonald-Hurley of Opportunity Group, to work through Market Adaptation or Market Standardization? In this interactive workshop, you will learn the difference between market adaptation and market standardization and decide which strategy is right for you. Learn the factors and trends that influence both strategies using examples from large multi-nationals and small rural one-person-owned businesses. Discover the best ways to incorporate adaptation or standardization in your business and take away the beginning of a marketing strategy consistent with each. What you’ll learn
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Wednesday, May 14: Future-Proofing, A.I. for Small Business |
Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Join Sofie Andreou of 123 Digital Power for an engaging and interactive 2-hour workshop, "Future-Proofing: AI for Small Business," designed specifically for small business owners. This hands-on session will empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to transform and future-proof your business. Workshop Highlights
By the end of this workshop, you'll leave with a solid understanding of AI, practical strategies to integrate AI into your business operations, and the confidence to safely embrace AI a key component of your business's future success. Don't miss this opportunity to future-proof your business with the power of AI. Register now and take the first step towards transforming your small business. |
Wednesday, June 11: Video Marketing Basics to Grow Your Business |
Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Where: Municipality of Port Hope, Canton Location. 5325 Cty Rd 10, Port Hope Join Sofie Andreou of 123 Digital Power for an engaging and interactive 2-hour workshop, "Video Marketing Basics to Grow Your Business," designed specifically for small business owners. This hands-on session will empower you with the essential knowledge and tools you need to leverage digital video marketing to enhance your brand and drive business growth. Workshop Highlights
By the end of this workshop, you'll leave with a solid understanding of video marketing basics, practical strategies to create and share compelling video content, and the confidence to use video marketing as a powerful tool to grow your business. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your digital marketing efforts with the power of video. Register now and take the first step towards transforming your business! |