Name and Business - Wiggle Butts Day Home (for dogs) 

Location - Outside Sylvan Lake

Assistance from Community Futures Central Alberta

*Advising through the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities program (via Community Futures Alberta)

CFCA Impact: "Discovering the Alberta Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program through Community Futures has truly been an immense blessing. Learning about this program from my marketing coach Brenda Kolassa, felt like everything aligning at the right moment. I deeply value that this program recognizes and encourages entrepreneurs to build businesses that fit around our lives and unique needs, while also acknowledging the realities of invisible disabilities and rural living. It’s rare to find support that combines genuine compassion with tangible expertise, and I’ve often said this is the first time my medical condition has ever gifted me something so empowering—and with cost savings, too!"

Name and Business - Peace by Piece Nutrition

Location - Penhold

Assistance from Community Futures Central Alberta:

*Business Advising
*Small Business Loan

CFCA Impact: "Our small business has continued to grow throughout the years, where we have needed to upgrade equipment! Without the help of CFCA, we wouldn’t be able to secure funds for the upgraded equipment. We sincerely appreciate their support in our growth. Dayton was incredible and prompt! He made sure we received timely service to get the ball rolling as quick as possible."

Name and Business - Monica Paslawski – Ice Hero pipe defrosters

Location - Throughout Alberta

Assistance from Community Futures Central Alberta:
*Catalyst Incubator participant

CFCA Impact: “I can't express how positively this program has impacted me. The Catalyst leaders Cathy Forner, Suzanne Ebelher developed a tremendous curriculum of relevant, useful information and personalized connections vital in our individual journeys forward. In Alberta, we are very fortunate to be able to tap into the incredible Innovation network, of which this truly is a catalyst! Thank you!”

Name and Business - Paige Neibrandt of Angel Care Esthetics

Location - Red Deer and Area

Assistance from Community Futures Central Alberta: 

*Business plan creation
*Start-up loan
*Business advice

CFCA Impact: "CFCA has been instrumental in the success of my business, offering invaluable support from the initial stages, including assistance with the business plan, securing a startup loan, and providing expert business advice. The entire CFCA team has been incredibly supportive, always believing in my vision and helping me navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship. Now, over two years into running my business in the beauty industry, I’ve experienced exceptional growth, especially in the past year. I wholeheartedly recommend CFCA to anyone starting a new business. The support they provide is truly remarkable and has made a significant difference in my success."

Name and Business: Jared Parker of Pressure Sharks Property Services

Location: Red Deer and Area

Assistance from Community Futures Central Alberta:

*Business plan adjustments
*Marketing advice
*Online advertising and campaign tips
*Email campaign support 

CFCA Impact: "Since becoming a CFCA client, my business plan has been well polished. My business' online presence has grown exponentially. I have received great marketing ideas from the coaches. My business has grown and going into my 2nd year we hope to double our service calls using unique marketing tactics planned with the help of our digital coach. Great place for getting the ball rolling for your business. Highly recommend the programs at community futures!"

Name and Business: Jordon Kraft and Aaron Karton of FieldPro Software

Location: Red Deer

Assistance from Community Futures Central Alberta:

*Refined business plan
*Start up loan
*Business advisory services

CFCA impact: "CFCA is a great organization which truly cares about your business. I felt supported from the very beginning working with Kelsey Krieger and Nancy Bownes. CFCA is very thorough, which helps an owner understand all the aspects of their business. This goes beyond financial support. I felt more prepared to face the challenges ahead with Kelsey’s expertise reviewing my business and identifying areas that need attention. Jordon and I are very grateful for the support CFCA has given FieldPro Software Ltd."

Name and Business: Aaron Craddock - Craddy Shack Southern BBQ

Location: Mobile (throughout central Alberta)

Assistance from Community Futures Central Alberta:

*Refined business plan
*Start up loan
*Business advisory services

CFCA impact: "CFCA was vital in playing a role with Craddyshack. Without the help of Kelsey Krieger and the rest of CFCA believing in me and my business plan, none of this would have happened. CFCA worked with me and helped me in every step of the way to get the ball rolling. The patience that Kelsey and the rest of the team present with their clients is second to none. I am forever grateful for having CFCA as a partner on my side and I truly look forward to continuing to work with them as I continue to build my business."

Name and Business: Deena Kordt - Divorce Magazine Canada

Location: Red Deer

Assistance from Community Futures Central Alberta:  

*Expanded distribution and reach for online magazine
*Assisted with You tube channel, podcasts, social media content, and email marketing. Also assisted with website strategy.
*1 on 1 coaching to provide strategic business advice 

CFCA impact: “The Community Futures Central Alberta team have been phenomenal resources offering very relevant insight, guidance, and marketing assistance to help me define my goals and plan next steps for my business.”

Penhold, AB

Penhold School of Dance is a NON-COMPETITIVE school that offers instruction in various disciplines such as ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, acro, and hip hop without the added pressure of competition.

They are located in Penhold but cater to families from Red Deer and area.

Visit Penhold School of Dance at https://penholdschoolofdance.com/ or follow them on Facebook or Instagram.

To learn more about how Community Futures Central Alberta can help you and your business contact us here: https://central.albertacf.com/contact-us