Member Story: Growing Our Future Childcare Co-operative
Thanks to Leading Edge Credit Union, not only is the Growing Our Future Childcare Co-operative a reality, but it’s a point of community pride.
Member Story: blushco. Part 3: Four things to know about starting a business
Honest MoneySmall businesses are at the heart of our Atlantic Canadian communities. When they thrive, we thrive too. Not surprisingly, there’s a lot of hard work that goes on behind the scenes before a business opens in your neighbourhood—and it’s not all glitz and glamour.
If you’ve ever thought about starting your own business or want to get a sneak peek at the action before a business launches, we’ve got you. In this three-part series, we’re diving into the nitty, the gritty, and the exciting aspects of how two entrepreneurs saw an opportunity and rose to the occasion—all with a bit of help from their local credit union.
Hear blushco.’s perspective on working with a financial expert in Part 2 here.
We talked to Dan Roberts, Commercial Account Manager at East Coast Credit Union, about his experience working with small business members and the key takeaways he has for anyone looking to explore the entrepreneurial landscape.
Watch the final installment of Thanh and Priya’s journey above.
Questions about starting your own small business? We can help—contact your local credit union today.