Business Planning Program

Struggling to write a business plan that actually gets results?
You’re not alone. Many entrepreneurs start with a few online templates and articles—only to end up confused, overwhelmed, and with nothing concrete to show for it.

That uncertainty can cost you time, money, and opportunities.
Without a clear roadmap, it’s hard to secure funding, communicate your vision, or make smart decisions. And without a solid plan, the risk of failure grows.

That’s why we created the Business Planning Program (BPP).
Designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners, our step-by-step program supports you in building a strong, strategic business plan—no matter the industry or stage of growth. We help you craft a professional, investor-ready plan that builds confidence, proves market viability, minimizes risk, and guides better decisions.

A clear plan is the first step to lasting success. Let’s build yours together.

Here’s what the program looks like

Six 2.5 hour sessions delivered virtually
Guidance and support from our knowledgeable business advisors
Personalized support and access to industry experts
A detailed workbook tailored for this program
A business plan template along with a detailed financials spreadsheet
A network of other entrepreneurs in the program who you can connect with and learn from

What you’ll learn

With our program you’ll learn the fundamental aspects that make a great business plan:

Introduction to business planning
Conducting market research
Creating your customer personas and marketing strategy
Developing your marketing plan
Management, operations, and internal control
Developing your financial plan
Risk analysis, contingency planning
And much more!

Session Dates

Six sessions, each from 11:00 am – 1:30 pm

Day 1 – October 30
Day 2 – November 6
Day 3 – November 13
Day 4 – November 20
Day 5 – November 27
Day 6 – December 4

Registration closes on Tuesday, October 28th at 12 noon. If you have any questions, please contact Melanie at [email protected].

Program Cost

$200 + GST

Presented by

Rosalie Harms

CPA, CMA, CMC, MBA

Rosalie Harms, CPA, CMA, CMC, MBA has over 20 years of professional experience in financial management, business advising/consulting, economic development, teaching, and workshop development and facilitation for both the private and not-for-profit sectors across multiple industries.

In addition to her entrepreneurial pursuits, Rosalie is currently a faculty member in the Department of Business and Administration at the University of Winnipeg.