In this episode of the Go-To Podcast we learn how seeking support to achieve your vision can lead to not only your business goals, but also a broader network of expertise.
We speak first to Erin Bury, Co-Founder and CEO of Willful, and hear about her experience leveraging an accelerator program. She shares why it was a powerful tool to hone her business narrative and to also make connections that led to real funding. Erin shares her insights and tips on balancing being open to input and learning, while also remaining confident in your business vision.
Then we speak to Jenn Harper, Founder of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics INC., who shares her guiding vision for creating a circular team model, versus a hierarchical one. She gives us insights into the Indigenous way of creating a circle, and how she aims to bring everyone in to have a voice with Cheekbone - community, customer and the Indigenous community - while still having founders and leaders in place. We’ll also hear how seeking out investors fueled critical research and development that has enabled her business to grow.