TechAlliance’s Business Suite of Services is a comprehensive five-step program based on a seed-to-success model for technology-based entrepreneurs and SMEs. The Suite can be tailored according to each individual company’s needs and addresses the crucial steps that should be undertaken in order to develop a sustainable business.





Entrepreneur 1.0
E1.0 is TechAlliance’s answer to guiding entrepreneurs through the key issues surrounding planning for the success of a start-up or early-stage company. In this annual ten-week course, participants acquire the practical tools and knowledge to manage business challenges and develop the support network that every entrepreneur needs. Entrepreneur 1.0 2010 course details and registration.

E-P2P and BizLab
E-P2P and BizLab are two programs which are members-only, confidential arenas to discuss specific issues and business-related topics.

E-P2P (Entrepreneur Peer-to-Peer) is a group designed for entrepreneurs who want to gain direct access to practical, technical and business-related information. Through regular meetings, participants can share ideas and best practices for starting and growing a new company.

BizLab is an advisory panel of industry experts who provide sound business guidance and direction to fledgling entrepreneurs. Members can enroll for this program and gain deeper insight into the challenges affecting their company.

SWAT Team
The SWAT Team segment of the seed-to-success model provides companies with feedback and recommendations on specific business issues. The SWAT Team can comprise of business mentors, and most recently has been represented by the Ivey Consulting Project.

The ICP allows companies to receive professional consulting services from Ivey HBA students with a variety of business skill sets.

Venture Services
Venture Services is a process for candidate companies seeking financing and business support. Steps include: Company assessment; engagement of program advisors; business planning; team building; and showcasing. A key feature of TechAlliance Venture Services is its partnership with the Southwestern Ontario Angel Group, giving start-ups a direct line to local investors and financiers.

Want to take your company from seed to success? Get started today and contact Carmen Gicante at 519.858.5043 or carmen [dot] gicantetechalliance [dot] ca.