The Town of Cobourg Economic Development department and Venture13 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre have dynamic and insightful programs, seminars and workshops coming in the winter of 2025.
Aspiring entrepreneurs, seasoned business professionals, and anyone seeking to elevate their business will benefit from the 2025 program schedule, curated to equip participants with the tools they need to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.
Revenue Growth Series Podcast: 2025 will see the transformation of the Revenue Growth Series, with new opportunities to learn from business owners and experts who have discovered new revenue for their company. Each recording will feature a candid conversation with local businessperson who will share the challenges they faced and how innovative thinking and daring decision making took their business from a state of impasse to new opportunity. Stay tuned for the Season 1 release during the first quarter of 2025.
The Business Blend: Each month, the economic development team hosts a morning coffee chat at the Venture13, Part-time CFO Services Community Kitchen. Open to all small business owners and entrepreneurs, the discussion is an opportunity to share experiences and learn from others.
Dates: January 9, February 6 and March 6, 2025 | Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am Venue:
Venture13’s Part-time CFO Services Community Kitchen – 739 D’Arcy Street
RRSP Contribution Advice: As the deadline for RRSPs approaches, this session provides an opportunity to hear directly from a certified financial planner about making strategic RRSP contributions.
Date: January 29, 2025 | Time: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Venue: Venture13’s Lecture Hall – 739 D’Arcy Street
Post-Secondary Spotlight Series: This semi-annual series features post-secondary
programs and resources that are available for local companies to leverage industry research
and/or hiring. In February, the series will feature Trent University’s Co-op, Careers and
Experiential Learning Department. Learn about this hiring and career placement program
and how your company can tap into its service offering.
Presenter: Jessica Gordon and Emily Bojda | Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 | Time:
9:00 – 10:00am | Hybrid and Venue: NSSL Seminar Room, Venture13 – 739 D’Arcy Street
Funding Forum: The Funding Forum will explore the key elements of a strong funding
submission to help participants build successful applications. In collaboration with the
Northumberland Manufacturers Association, the economic development team has brought
together a group of experts from National Research Council’s IRAP Program, Ontario
Centres of Innovation, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, and
Nventure to discuss getting your business funded.
Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | Time: 9:00 – 10:30am | Hybrid and Venue:
Venture13’s Lecture Hall – 739 D’Arcy Street
StrikeUP Digital Conference for Women Entrepreneurs Viewing Party: StrikeUP is
Canada’s digital conference that convenes women entrepreneurs and the women
entrepreneurship ecosystem. The one-day program is an accessible and free program
focused on growth, funding, digital adoption, and global opportunities. Venture13 will host an
exclusive viewing party for eastern Ontario. Prizes will be given out to attendees throughout
the day from local businesses.
Date: February 27, 2025 | Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm | Venue: Venture13 – 739 D’Arcy
Street
InspiHER Local Women in Business: New for 2025, the InspiHER event is in celebration
of International Women’s Day. This session is a unique opportunity to gain insights, find
motivation, and connect with Cobourg’s community of resilient and innovative women who
are making a difference in the local business landscape. Don’t miss this empowering event
that highlights the strength and success of women entrepreneurs!
Moderator: Lydia Marciano, RBC Financial Group
Date: Friday, March 7, 2025 | Time: 8:30 – 10:30am | Venue: Lecture Hall, Venture13 – 739
D’Arcy Street
Business Accelerate Series – Brand Development: This new series provides innovative
tools and techniques to accelerate business revenues. Delivered by local digital media
strategist Erin Law, ( storyunlocked.com), will delve into the innovative digital tools that can
be used to effectively build and develop a brand.
Date: March 18, 2025 | Time: 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm | Venue: Venture13’s Lecture Hall – 739
D’Arcy Street
Register for upcoming 2025 scheduled programs or events here.
Youth Programming
World of Choices Event: The economic development team is pleased to participate in the
JA (Junior Achievement) for Northern and Eastern Ontario-led World of Choices Event held
at the Cobourg Community Centre. This event welcomes grade 8-12 students for an
opportunity to discover new career choices and learn from industry professionals. Students
get to familiarize themselves about educational pathways, day-to-day careers and equip
themselves to meet workplace challenges.
Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 | Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm | Venue: Cobourg
Community Centre – 750 D’Arcy Street
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