Get ready to take notes! In this episode, Rae Miller, Executive Director of the Community Business Development Corporation (CBDC) Long Range, offers up a treasure trove of resources. In her experience, your business plan is your roadmap, but writing one can be challenging. Luckily, with a network of 15 CBDCs in Newfoundland and Labrador (NL), help is nearby. CBDC Long Range supports entrepreneurs with business loans, expert guidance, the Entrepreneurial Training Fund, the Self-Employment Assistance (SEA) Benefit, and more. Contact CBDC Long Range at 709-643-2933 or LongRange@cbdc.ca to tap into these invaluable resources and take your business to new heights.

The Arlims story: old school charm invigorated by new energy. This week’s guest is Tracy Boland, co-owner of Arlims store in Stephenville, NL. Driving down main street Stephenville, the iconic yellow Arlims sign is bound to catch your eye, but it might also send you on a trip down memory lane. For Tracy, her love of the store blossomed long before she took ownership in 2023. It started when she was a young girl fabric shopping with her mom. Fast forward to present day and family is still at the heart of this local business. In fact, it was a family connection that set Tracy on her entrepreneurial journey. She says the key to success in the retail industry is treating your staff and clientele like family too. Tune in to learn more about maintaining a good business reputation and prioritizing community. Keep an eye out for upcoming contests on Arlims' Facebook page.

Andrew Hibbitts-Kerhoas is no stranger to the ups and downs of owning a business. At Horizon TNL, he provides business services, helps employers with their bilingual recruitment needs, and supports tourism and immigration. He’s also owned several businesses himself. Host Ian MacDonald sat down with Andrew for an engaging conversation on staffing challenges, effective marketing, and accessing often underutilized resources. Ending on a sugar high, Andrew shares the sweet success of his latest business acquisition Candy Lane. Explore Horizon TNL’s services at www.horizontnl.ca. For a sweet treat, check out www.shopcandylane.com

This episode was recorded in December 2023.