Coaching
Like most things in life, it "takes a village" to successfully start a business. Our advisory services help young entrepreneurs build strong, thriving business ventures.
Meet Our Advisors
Starting (or growing) a business can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go it alone.
Our dedicated advisors are here to guide and support you through every step, offering personalized one-on-one coaching tailored to your unique journey. Whether you're refining an idea, scaling up, or planning your next move, our advisors will help you find the resources you need to build a thriving business.
Ready to take the next step? Book a consultation today and let us help you turn your vision into reality.
Experience:
- Started BuyTicket, the biggest ticket-resale marketplace in Brazil with 300K+ users.
- Co-founded EuCompro, a reverse-logic marketplace focused on high-end items, backed by Luft Logistics.
- Founded Harém do Tênis, an online sneaker store, along with a YouTube channel where I documented my journey as a small business owner.
- Founded Tulum Productions in high school, an event production company specializing in parties and events for teenagers. Hosted 5 events with 2000+ total attendees within one year.
- Pitch competition experience, including: MiniPitch judge, 1st place at SSSC Quik Pitch Competition ($1000 prize), 2nd Place at LSB Pitch Competition ($1000 prize), MiniPitch award ($150 prize)
Interests:
- Chess
- Soccer
- Mountain Biking
- Marketplaces and Events
Experience:
- Former intern at Guardian Capital, experience valuing Canadian equities.
- Former intern at Capitalize for Kids, a not-for-profit consulting firm creating systems level change in the Canadian mental health system.
- Ivey Women in Asset Management Alumni, focus on technical financial skills and developing industry knowledge.
Interests:
- Skiing and being active outdoors
- Volleyball
- Cooking and baking
- Entrepreneurship through acquisition
Experience:
- Founder of Unstoppable Bras, a size-inclusive sports bra startup, reimagining activewear to make fitness more accessible and empowering for all.
- Former Market Opportunities Coordinator at COOK-UP, a Windsor-based food business incubator supporting local entrepreneurs; launched 20+ revenue-generating events and advised entrepreneurs on improving business practices.
- Co-managed Coffyn Piez, a family-run bakery, leading farmers market operations, community relations, and brand growth.
- Won 3rd place & $1,000 funding in the Spring 2025 Start-Up Challenge.
Interests:
- Cooking and International Cuisines
- Pop culture
- Mentorship
- Yoga and weight lifting
- Philanthropy
Experience:
- Founder of Mappo Solutions, developing an indoor navigation platform leveraging WiFi & Bluetooth Low Energy
- Co-Founder of Ignition, a student-startup job-board platform connecting founders with student talent.
- Pitch Competitions: 3× miniPitch Winner, Seed Your Startup (2nd Place), USC Entrepreneurship Challenge (2nd Place), and TechAlliance Fourthcomers Award Nominee.
Interests:
- Sports (runner, hockey, football, baseball)
- Travel
- Tech
- Guitar
- Mentorship & public speaking
Experience:
- Supported Michele Romanow at Dragons’ Den, managing her personal brand and had content featured on CTV Your Morning
- Ex. Amazon, supporting B2B companies as part of the fastest-growing business unit
- Ex. NEXT Canada, supporting 90+ startups on strategic initiatives
- Former Co-Chair of the 2025 Ivey Sports Leadership Conference, collaborating with the CFL, Toronto Blue Jays, MLSE, Golf Canada, Soccer Canada, etc.
- Pitch Competitions: miniPitch Winner (x2), finalist BCG Case Competition, and finalist in the Ivey Feasibility Competition
Interests:
- Sports (avid Football and Formula 1 fan | amateur golfer)
- Travel foodie
- Brand partnerships and experiential marketing
- Public speaking
Experience:
- Founder of ViaVerve Beverages - a six-ingredient, health-focused energy drink company.
- Entrepreneurship Summer Internship Alumni - completed Morriesette’s summer start-up accelerator, receiving $10,000 worth of funding towards my venture.
- Former Business Analyst intern at Private Debt Partners, a mid-market private credit firm.
Interests:
- Hiking
- Sports (basketball, hockey & football)
- Public Speaking
- Travel & Food
Experience:
- Former intern at Bain & Company, advising Fortune 500 clients
- Former intern at Strive Math, a YC-backed EdTech startup teaching kids to love math and coding
- Cansbridge Fellow; part of a community of entrepreneurial Canadian students that was funded $10k to work in Asia
- Former founder of Find Your Story, a non-profit delivering accessible
- Educational youth workshops in the English language arts
Interests:
- Alternative proteins and vegan/vegetarian products
- Competitive debate
- Education and coaching
- Travel and writing
- Non-profits and charities
Experience:
- Founder of Mediascapes Productions, a creative studio focused on photography, videography, and storytelling for brands and student ventures.
- Founder of Resonate, a sustainable clothing venture creating biodegradable hoodies to address the environmental impact of fast fashion.
- Former Multimedia Intern at Huron University, producing digital content for marketing and recruitment campaigns.
- Former Marketing & Business Development Intern at Lerners LLP, supporting the firm’s outreach strategy and managing social media and legal marketing across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
- Former CPA Ontario Brand Ambassador, connecting students with professional development opportunities and promoting the CPA designation.
Interests:
- Squash
- Entrepreneurship and creative storytelling
- Photography, videography, and media production
- Sustainability and social impact
- Travel and cultural exploration
- Music (Brass instruments)
Testimonials
What Our Clients Have to Say
"Nicole has been an incredible business coach and mentor. She is very easy to work with as she is an attentive listener. She is empathetic and very knowledgeable. I have recently launched my own business, and Nicole's expertise in sales, marketing, and e-commerce, has helped me overcome many challenges. Her advice and support have made me feel more confident in running my own business, and I am very grateful to have had her support."
- Gurveer Bahia, Co-Founder of ariseonthego.ca.
"Josh helped me continuously iterate and improve on my product, offering valuable industry insight, all the way to my official launch and even after."
- Yudi Yang, Co-Founder of nubox.ca.
"Meeting Nicole has been one of the highlights of my startup journey thus far. Her business expertise and encouragement has inspired me to realize that I truly can make a difference with my business, and her empathy and emotional support for the ups and downs has been an anchor that I am very grateful for."
- Devin Golets, Co-Founder of teamtailwind.ca.
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