Edge Business Expo 2023
Brokenhead River Community Hall
Beausejour, MB
Providing Training, Information, Job Fair & Networking opportunities for you and your staff.
Workshops
We have an impressive lineup of presenters conducting seminars and workshops about business and development.
Keynote Speakers
The Edge Business Expo features authoritative keynote speakers you don’t want to miss!
Trade Show
Set up and connect with an engaged audience to increase your reach and expand your network.
Job Fair
Are you looking for good people? Connect with motivated professionals who are seeking new opportunities.
Edge Business Expo Speakers & Presenters
Our speakers and presenters. Check back here as we confirm more presenters and workshops!
Keynote Speakers
Keynote during Thursday Lunch
Gavin Walls
The audience will get a different perspective on how Pro sports and the business life cycle interlink.
Why it’s important for today’s leader to know their audience with a high level of EQ and continuous improvement.
Gavin attended the University of Arkansas as a student-athlete, and studied Sociology before accomplishing the Bruce Mitchell Leadership Award in 2022. Following university, Gavin played professional football in the NFL and CFL for 8 years and just recently was inducted into the Winnipeg Blue Bomber Hall of Fame. He has continued to utilize his success by transitioning his teamwork and leadership skills into the Canadian Oil and Gas industry and currently holds the position of Senior Project Manager with the Clearview Consumers Co-op Ltd.
Gavin is high on team unity, accountability, and trust and enjoys helping others succeed by reaching their goals.
Keynote Wednesday
Matt Falk
Join Matt Falk as he blends stories about show business and life into an entertaining and educational talk.
About Matt
Matt Falk is a comedian, writer and actor who the CBC called “Effortlessly Funny.”
You’ve heard him on Sirius Satellite Radio, Laugh Out Loud and The Debaters.
His Dry Bar Comedy special has millions of views collectively online, and 3 of his comedy albums reached #1 on the iTunes Comedy charts.
You’ve seen him at The Halifax Comedy Festival, The Winnipeg Comedy Festival and the prestigious Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal.
He was named one of the “BEST OF THE FEST” at the Burbank Comedy Festival in California, and he placed 2nd in The World Series of Comedy in Las Vegas.
Workshops
Workshop
David Braun
Specifically, you will:
- Learn the AWESOME profit potential compounding growth in your business
- Explore 4 strategies to increase your profitability;
- Understand how you can DOUBLE your current profit in less than a year.
David Braun is CEO, author, speaker and business coach & consultant for BraunTrack Business Advisors & EXCEL Workplace Services. As a community leader and family man, with four daughters, David has travelled through Europe, Asia, and North and South America, training on topics such as strategy formation, increasing profitability, team performance and leadership excellence while doing interventions in diverse small businesses with complex challenges. His authentic approach with small business owners, entrepreneurs and leaders brings signature transformation. David is known as a personable, insightful and informative coach & consultant whose perceptive and practical insights empower clients, organizations and their employees to excel in performance.
Workshop
Merv Peters
This is where a commercial LOC (Line of Credit) comes into play. When your business is running smoothly, this can work well. But what happens if your “dry” period is longer than expected and the bank starts making demands? Who, then, is really in control of your business?
Your entire business and livelihood could be at risk. To gradually minimize this risk and vulnerability, the business owner should set up an “alternate bank” that provides similar services. This is where the Infinite Banking Concept or Become Your Own Banker concept comes into play.
This session will consider the business owner’s need for cash flow, the risks inherent in being totally dependent on a traditional bank and the advantages of setting up your own “alternate bank.”
You will be introduced to the power and effectiveness of the Become Your Own Banker concept and see how this can safeguard and enhance your business.
About Merv Peters
Merv came out of a teaching career and went into the financial services business in 1992. He started Fresh Ground Financial Inc. in 2013 with the goal of helping people understand how money works and how they can set themselves up to be in a much safer financial position.
Merv has a way of making financial concepts easy to understand. Many people have commented that after spending an hour with him, they have learned more about finances and how to look at finances than in all their previous years.
Merv is a licensed life insurance agent and investment advisor and is also an Authorized Infinite Banking Concept (IBC) Practitioner through the Nelson Nash Institute. He enjoys showing people how they can harness the power of the Infinite Banking Concept for their family and their business.
Workshop
Carla Vanwart
During the session, you will learn about business tax obligations, general bookkeeping concepts, common tax errors, and helpful tools and services offered by the CRA.
Carla Vanwart Bio
Carla Vanwart has been working with the Canada Revenue Agency for about 18 years. She has dedicated her career to assisting small businesses and became a part of the Liaison Officer program when it was first established in 2014.
Workshop
Jordana G
In this workshop we’ll dive into the trenches of those I-just-can’t-take-another-meeting days and emerge with practical practices and principles that will not only reignite your passion but have you bursting with enthusiasm in your chosen field.
So, fasten your seatbelts, folks, we will uncover the secrets to maintaining confidence in leadership and keeping that passion burning as brightly as a neon sign in Times Square. Get ready to laugh, learn, and lead with the passion of a kid on Christmas morning!
About Jordana G
Jordana G is a certified coach, corporate trainer, and facilitator. She is a mother of 8 children, wife to a healthcare professional, and she has lived and breathed the elements of not putting yourself first while trying to do all the things.
Jordana has a way of taking you out of your current circumstances, allowing you to see your life, and your business, from a higher and different vantage point so you can choose what stays and what needs to go. She is the queen of clearing things out so you have room for what matter most – the people you love and the things you do. She believes you deserve to have it all and to live with the passion your life and business deserve.
Workshop
Cyndie Mitchell and Noel Linsey
In this workshop, Cyndie Mitchell and Noel Linsey of LM Creative will guide you in developing the essential skills to convey a captivating brand narrative. They will provide insights on harnessing marketing platforms, personal experiences, and powerful storytelling techniques to establish a brand that resonates with your audience and makes a lasting impression.
About Cyndie & Noel
LM Creative is known for their passion, creativity, and commitment to helping clients achieve their goals and objectives through a wide range of creative services. LM approaches each project with a focus on delivering outstanding results and ensuring the success and growth of their clients.
Collectively, they offer over 30 years of combined experience in various creative and marketing disciplines, including filmmaking, still photography, aerial video and stills, creative design, business development, marketing strategy, and website development.
Cyndie Mitchell, Senior Business Development Strategist, exudes enthusiasm and passion when it comes to helping people achieve their goals. She offers many abilities and talents, but she truly shines in helping people build strong, long-lasting foundations for their endeavours through strategic business planning.
Noel Linsey, Creative Strategist, has always had an eye for the arts. Whether designing logos, writing articles and messaging for clients, or capturing people’s stories through photography and videography, Noel has incorporated creativity in all his professional paths.
Workshop
Hannah Lussier
Join Hannah Lussier from Community Futures Winnipeg River as she guides you through the process of developing a successful marketing plan for your business. Gain essential skills and tools to develop your brand, build a strong identity, create a persuasive elevator pitch, engage with your target audience, and develop a powerful messaging strategy to elevate your business.
About Hannah Lussier & Community Futures Winnipeg River
Hannah Lussier is a dynamic and driven professional working currently serving as the Community Economic Development and Marketing Coordinator for Community Futures Winnipeg River. With a strong passion for supporting local businesses and promoting economic growth, Hannah brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to assist businesses with their marketing planning. Her passion and commitment to community development is reflected in her innovative and strategic approach to assisting local businesses in achieving their goals.
Community Futures Winnipeg River (CFWR) is a respected regional economic development organization, dedicated to enhancing community growth and prosperity for the North Eastman region. CFWR provides a wealth of resources and support to businesses, entrepreneurs, social organizations, and local governments, and can assist with business plan development, marketing, financial analysis, bookkeeping and accounting, and time management training. Additionally, CFWR is able to provide loans of up to $150,000 to new or expanding businesses in the region. At the heart of the Community Futures program is a firm belief that building local capacity gives communities the strength and ability to shape their own futures and to thrive in a changing economic environment.
Bonus Feature Workshop
Katie Jones
Course topics include, but are not limited to:
- Evolution of firearms, major parts, types, and actions
- Basic firearms safety practices
- Ammunition
- Operating firearm actions
- Safe handling and carry procedures
- Firing techniques and procedures
- Care of non-restricted firearms
- Responsibilities of the firearms owner/user
- Safe storage, display, transportation and handling of non-restricted firearms
Course cost is $150 per student, and students must be aged 12 or above. Government-issued ID is required (birth cert, licence, passport, health card etc.)
It is recommended to review the student manual in advance, which can be read here. A manual will be provided for students to keep, but if they want it in advance of the course, there is a $20 shipping fee.
Space is limited, so register today directly with Katie’s Firearm! Contact Katie at 204-641-0181 or email [email protected]
About Katie Jones
Katie Jones is the owner of Katie’s Firearm Safety & Shooting Lessons, a family-owned and operated business with two other instructors on staff. Katie has been competitive trap shooting for 13 years and is currently the High Lady of Canada and on the All American Team in the USA.
Katie’s Firearm Safety teaches private and public Canadian Firearm Safety Courses (allows you to apply for your Possession Acquisition License – PAL), hunters education, and shotgunning. Katie’s goal with the business is to teach safe handling of firearms and get more legal and safe firearm owners out in the world!
Katie teaches ages 10+ and all levels of experience. Even though the CFSC itself is pretty basic, you’re guaranteed to learn something. Don’t ever feel you are too young or old to learn a new skill (Katie herself didn’t start till she was in her 20s), and the oldest student she taught so far was in their 90s!
Register Your Spot to Attend a Seminar Today!
Have your chance to experience these amazing workshops and seminars! Register today!
Individual seminars are $49.00, OR attend four seminars for only $150.00. Beausjour and Lac du Bonnet Chamber of Commerce members are eligible to save 50% on all seminars.
Edge Business Expo Schedule
Wednesday October 25, 2023
There is NO FEE to attend Wednesday’s events. ALL are welcome!
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Trade Show Load In
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Business Mixer Reception – Sponsored by Beausejour & District Chamber of Commerce
6:30 PM – 7:00 PM: KEYNOTE SPEAKER – Matt Falk “Show Business & Life Stories”
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Bonus Feature Workshop – Katie’s Firearm Safety & Shooting Lessons ($150 – registration is required)
Thursday October 26, 2023
- 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Registration and Continental Breakfast
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Breakout Sessions (2 Options)
- David Braun – Creating a Profit Snowball for Your Business
- LM Creative – Strategic Storytelling for Business Success
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Coffee Break
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Breakout Sessions (2 Options)
- Merv Peters – The Infinite Banking Concept (IBC) for Business Owners
- Jordana G & LM Creative – Networking Basics
11:30 AM 1:30 PM: Lunch and KEYNOTE SPEAKER – Gavin Walls
“The Link between Pro Sports and Business”
1:30 PM 2:30 PM: Breakout Sessions (2 Options)
- David Braun – Creating a Profit Snowball for Your Business
- Hannah Lussier – Create a Marketing Strategy
2:30 PM 3:00 PM: Coffee Break
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Breakout Sessions (2 Options)
- Carla Vanwart – CRA – Business Tax Obligations & Helpful Tools
- Jordana G – Confidence in Leadership: Keeping the Passion Alive
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM: “AFTER PARTY” – Breezy Oaks Inn & Tavern
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Bonus Feature Workshop – Katie’s Firearm Safety & Shooting Lessons ($150 – registration is required)
Register Today!
Come join us for two days of business at the Edge Business Expo! Seminar, Exhibitor, and Sponsorship packages available.
Download and fill out the fillable PDF form to register. Please email the completed form to [email protected]
Gold Sponsor
- Recognition as GOLD sponsor on all promotions
- One (1) – 10’ x 10’ Booth
- 8 Seminar Packages
Amazing value to bring your staff and team!
Silver Sponsor
- Recognition as SILVER sponsor on all promotions
- One (1) – 10’ x 10’ Booth
- 6 Seminar Packages
Great way to bring staff and show you are a leader in your industry!
Bronze Sponsor
- Recognition as BRONZE sponsor on promotions
- One (1) – 10’ x 10’ Booth
- 4 Seminar Packages
Excellent option to attend and get valuable exposure for your business!
Exhibitor Package
- One (1) – 10’ x 10’ Booth
- Two Seminar Packages
Seminar Packages
- 4 Break Out Seminar Sessions
- Reception, Breakfast and Lunch Included