Seminars, Workshops and Conferences
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.
She Owns It Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference
Educational videos
Foodpreneur Advantage Program
Upcoming seminars and workshops
Our upcoming workshops and seminars 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.
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.
Our seminar series has been buzzing with activity, with more than 20 workshops and events hosted between January and June 2026. Stay tuned for an exciting lineup of upcoming opportunities, including peer-to-peer learning sessions, networking events, and expert-led workshops designed to help you connect, learn, grow, and succeed.
When: Tuesday, June 23rd from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Where: King Edward Centre (Owen Gibb Community Hall), 75 Elizabeth Street, Brighton
About this seminar
Where entrepreneurs, business owners, and industry professionals come together! You’ll have the opportunity to engage in insightful discussions, explore new ideas, and network with others who share your entrepreneurial spirit. Get ready to connect, learn, and grow together with our vibrant community. We’re thrilled to have you with us!
The first half of the session will be a facilitated / educational component roundtable format to promote conversation, and participation voluntary. The second half will be open interaction.
Vanessa West is the founder of Vanessa West + Co, a Canadian creative studio specializing in web design, systems, and brand visuals. She partners with entrepreneurs to simplify their operations through strategic websites and streamlined backend systems. With over 100 website launches, Vanessa is dedicated to helping businesses grow sustainably with clarity, confidence, and efficiency.
In this session, Vanessa will lead a discussion on Shopify, Square and other e-commerce platforms, sharing practical insights and workflow tips to help streamline operations and improve the online customer experience. Together, participants will explore common challenges businesses face, uncover emerging opportunities, and discuss effective ways to leverage technology to drive growth, improve efficiency, and get the most value from the tools available to them.