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Introducing the area's new, young entrepreneurs (6 Photos)

Summer Company helps first-time entrepreneurs between 15 and 29 years old launch a business with financial and in-kind support. Meet the Southern Georgian Bay cohort
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SOUTH GEORGIAN BAY SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE CENTRE
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The South Georgian Bay Small Business Enterprise Centre is pleased to welcome a new cohort of students ready to launch their businesses and dip into the world of entrepreneurship.  

The six budding entrepreneurs are participants of Summer Company, Ontario’s flagship youth entrepreneurship program for students ages 15-29.

The program offers hands-on business training, mentorship, and funding up to $3,000.

The South Georgian Bay Small Business  Enterprise Centre is proud to introduce the six participants of the 2021 Summer Company  program: 

Grayson Fairley of Upcycled Designs 

Upcycled Designs creates attractive and functional indoor and outdoor products for your home using recycled wood. We specialize in planter boxes, herb gardens, benches, side tables, dog beds, and desk organizers. We can also work with you on bringing your custom ideas to life. Visit the website at www.upcycleddesigns.ca, email [email protected], or 705-351-9629.

Breana Pitoscia of Sincerely Earth & Co.  

One of a kind, handmade rings, bracelets, necklaces and a curated selection of nationally sourced crystals. Sincerely Earth & Co. aims to educate customers on the materials used in hopes of increasing awareness of their origins and sentimental value. Visit the website at www.sincerelyearthco.com or email [email protected].

Evan Atkinson of EA Metal Works 

Custom metal fabrication products to meet the needs of the client. Located in Stayner Ontario, business owner and craftsman, Evan, uses his passion and skill to create and weld custom artwork and shapes using an advanced plasma table. Call 705-984-3491 or email [email protected].

Nathan Richter of GVR Custom Apparel 

Custom hoodies and T-shirts designed to make you look great and give back. Apparel can be purchased online. Twenty-five per cent of profits will be donated to Plan International’s goat program, which provides goats to families in third world countries to help with sustainable farming practices.  Email [email protected].

Jacob Richter of JSR Collectibles 

High quality, professionally graded sports cards selected and vetted for your enjoyment. Sold through e-bay, JSR looks to find passionate collectors on the hunt for one-of-a-kind gems. Visit the website here, or email [email protected].

Jerry Marshall of Marshall Video Services 

Marshall Video Services provides professional, high-quality videos and images ranging from short advertisements to full-length coverage to clients looking to grow their business. Level up with custom content tailored to your business brand and messaging. Visit the website here, or email [email protected] or call 705-607-6085.

The South Georgian Bay Small Business Enterprise Centre invites the community to welcome the new business owners, and to learn more about each participant and the products and services that they will be offering.

Follow along on the SBEC social channels for business updates, website launches and success stories. 

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