Enterprise Renfrew County - Pembroke, ON

Yvonne M. (.

My name is Yvonne Keller and I am the owner & graphic designer at Das Studio in Pembroke, Ontario. My business had been operating for about 6 months when I decided to apply to the 'Starter Program' with Enterprise Renfrew County. Knowing this program would give me an opportunity to receive funding to help grow my business I was quite excited to join but would soon learn there was so much more value to this program than funding!

The program outline is extremely professional and educational. The staff was friendly and helpful and from start to finished I felt welcome. The classroom was filled with likeminded individuals who also turned into great business contacts.

Taking this program for FREE was such a privilege. It helped me establish an effective business plan that I have been following successfully ever since. The program encouraged me to see the big picture and helped me develop business goals and missions. Since then my business client base has doubled and with the funding I've received I was able to purchase top of the line design equipment.

I am very thankful for the professional staff that has devoted their time to help my business grow. The 'Start-up Program' is so much more than just an opportunity for funding... It helps you develop the foundation your business needs to be successful. The funding is only a bonus!

Thank You Colleen, Kim, Karen and Judith for all of your hard work and effort!

Cheers,

Yvonne Keller — Das Studio, Pembroke