10/21/2024

Rapid Fire Sessions at the Business Sisters Conference: Get the Insights You Need, Fast!

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Collage of photos with the four women who will present at the Rapid Fire sessions

At this year’s Business Sisters Conference, we’re turning up the heat with Rapid Fire Sessions!

If you’ve ever wondered about navigating legal challenges, making marketing truly effective, or simplifying your small business finances, these sessions will deliver the clarity and direction you need. We polled our community and handed the most pressing topics to expert presenters who will provide sharp, actionable insights in under 30 minutes. These sessions are designed to answer the burning questions that YOU, the Business Sisters community, have asked about running a small business.

Don't have your ticket yet? Go to the registration page now!
1. Small Business Ownership & the Law
With Sophie Reitano and Stéphanie Murray, Reitano Law

For entrepreneurs, legal challenges are an inevitable part of the journey. Whether it’s protecting your business through incorporation, having proper agreements, or succession planning, the legal side of business can be complex and overwhelming. Sophie Reitano and Stéphanie Murray of Reitano Law will break down key legal considerations for small business owners.

Sophie, a seasoned lawyer with experience in family, employment, real estate law, and wills, launched her own firm in 2019 after years of practice in Rockland and Ottawa. She’s well-versed in civil litigation and complex legal matters, making her a powerful resource for businesses looking to protect themselves. In addition to her legal acumen, Sophie is deeply rooted in the community through her involvement in various local organizations.

Stéphanie, who joined Sophie’s practice in 2020, brings a wealth of knowledge from her work at one of Canada’s largest law firms, Borden Ladner Gervais. Her expertise spans corporate law, employment law, and commercial real estate transactions, and she currently serves as Vice-President of the Board of Maison Interlude House. Together, Sophie and Stéphanie will guide you through the essentials of small business law, ensuring you’re legally prepared to thrive.

2. Never Waste Money on Marketing Again: Become an In-Demand Brand
With Diana Lidstone, Diana Lidstone Coaching & Consulting

Tired of pouring money into marketing with little to show for it? Business strategist and coach Diana Lidstone is here to show you how to transform your marketing efforts and become an in-demand brand. With nearly 40 years of entrepreneurial experience, Diana has seen firsthand how small businesses often struggle to make their marketing work for them. But with her straightforward, no-nonsense approach, she’ll teach you how to streamline your efforts and maximize your impact.

Diana is not just a business coach; she’s a best-selling author, real estate investor, and award-winning speaker who is currently a finalist for Ottawa’s Business Woman of the Year. She specializes in helping small business owners build self-sustaining, profitable businesses—without burnout. Her session will give you the tools to stop wasting money and start making smart marketing choices that drive growth.

3. From Chaos to Clarity: Navigating Small Business Finances
With Carla Colonna, Rodina Professional Corporation

Finances are the backbone of any business, yet for many small business owners, they’re often the most confusing and stressful aspect to manage. Carla Colonna, a bilingual accounting expert from Rodina Professional Corporation, is here to simplify it all. In this session, she’ll help you move from chaos to clarity by breaking down the financial essentials every entrepreneur needs to know.

Carla brings over a decade of experience in bookkeeping, payroll, and tax services. Her hands-on expertise as a former business owner gives her a unique perspective on the challenges that small businesses face. Now, as a trusted accounting professional, she’s committed to helping businesses strengthen their financial health through strategic advice and meticulous reporting. Whether you’re struggling with tax planning or just want to get a better handle on your books, Carla’s insights will help you take control of your business’s financial future.

Don’t Miss Out!

The Rapid Fire Sessions are designed to get you the critical information you need, fast. Whether you're seeking legal guidance, marketing advice, or financial clarity, these sessions will provide expert knowledge that you can apply immediately to your business. Join us and walk away with actionable insights to help your business grow and thrive! Get your ticket NOW.

At this year’s Business Sisters Conference, we’re turning up the heat with Rapid Fire Sessions!

If you’ve ever wondered about navigating legal challenges, making marketing truly effective, or simplifying your small business finances, these sessions will deliver the clarity and direction you need. We polled our community and handed the most pressing topics to expert presenters who will provide sharp, actionable insights in under 30 minutes. These sessions are designed to answer the burning questions that YOU, the Business Sisters community, have asked about running a small business.

Don't have your ticket yet? Go to the registration page now!
1. Small Business Ownership & the Law
With Sophie Reitano and Stéphanie Murray, Reitano Law

For entrepreneurs, legal challenges are an inevitable part of the journey. Whether it’s protecting your business through incorporation, having proper agreements, or succession planning, the legal side of business can be complex and overwhelming. Sophie Reitano and Stéphanie Murray of Reitano Law will break down key legal considerations for small business owners.

Sophie, a seasoned lawyer with experience in family, employment, real estate law, and wills, launched her own firm in 2019 after years of practice in Rockland and Ottawa. She’s well-versed in civil litigation and complex legal matters, making her a powerful resource for businesses looking to protect themselves. In addition to her legal acumen, Sophie is deeply rooted in the community through her involvement in various local organizations.

Stéphanie, who joined Sophie’s practice in 2020, brings a wealth of knowledge from her work at one of Canada’s largest law firms, Borden Ladner Gervais. Her expertise spans corporate law, employment law, and commercial real estate transactions, and she currently serves as Vice-President of the Board of Maison Interlude House. Together, Sophie and Stéphanie will guide you through the essentials of small business law, ensuring you’re legally prepared to thrive.

2. Never Waste Money on Marketing Again: Become an In-Demand Brand
With Diana Lidstone, Diana Lidstone Coaching & Consulting

Tired of pouring money into marketing with little to show for it? Business strategist and coach Diana Lidstone is here to show you how to transform your marketing efforts and become an in-demand brand. With nearly 40 years of entrepreneurial experience, Diana has seen firsthand how small businesses often struggle to make their marketing work for them. But with her straightforward, no-nonsense approach, she’ll teach you how to streamline your efforts and maximize your impact.

Diana is not just a business coach; she’s a best-selling author, real estate investor, and award-winning speaker who is currently a finalist for Ottawa’s Business Woman of the Year. She specializes in helping small business owners build self-sustaining, profitable businesses—without burnout. Her session will give you the tools to stop wasting money and start making smart marketing choices that drive growth.

3. From Chaos to Clarity: Navigating Small Business Finances
With Carla Colonna, Rodina Professional Corporation

Finances are the backbone of any business, yet for many small business owners, they’re often the most confusing and stressful aspect to manage. Carla Colonna, a bilingual accounting expert from Rodina Professional Corporation, is here to simplify it all. In this session, she’ll help you move from chaos to clarity by breaking down the financial essentials every entrepreneur needs to know.

Carla brings over a decade of experience in bookkeeping, payroll, and tax services. Her hands-on expertise as a former business owner gives her a unique perspective on the challenges that small businesses face. Now, as a trusted accounting professional, she’s committed to helping businesses strengthen their financial health through strategic advice and meticulous reporting. Whether you’re struggling with tax planning or just want to get a better handle on your books, Carla’s insights will help you take control of your business’s financial future.

Don’t Miss Out!

The Rapid Fire Sessions are designed to get you the critical information you need, fast. Whether you're seeking legal guidance, marketing advice, or financial clarity, these sessions will provide expert knowledge that you can apply immediately to your business. Join us and walk away with actionable insights to help your business grow and thrive! Get your ticket NOW.
Doreen Ashton Wagner
Doreen Ashton Wagner
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Denise Sukkau
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We are entering a time when women need to take our place, fill up our space and be who we are without apology. I have difficulty with this and thus I try to keep expanding, keep learning, keep letting go of those past experiences that have kept me small(er). Our culture and past societal 'norms' in a patriarchal time have diminished our voice in addition to other past traumas to women. In supporting each other we can rise together without guilt or shame for being a b*tch or any other shadow expression of our soul, to embrace our power that is within. (Please note I have recently come off of a feminine empowerment retreat called Rise Sister Rise.)
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Moumie
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Bonjour Doreen, J'aime cet article, c'est bien dit... !!😄 Je rajoute, tu es aussi pour ma part, dans ton rôle, de pouvoir encadrer les choses autant que tu peux car, gérer les êtres humains est une tâche énorme pour n'importe quelle occasion. Je viens d'apprendre aussi une chose intéressante, la philosophie de Ted Lasso, je ne connaissais pas cette série, je vais la regarder. Merci de partager cela. Donc, en un mot, tout ca est intéressant moi, je te trouve en tout cas authentique :)!! Bravo pour ton leadership👍
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Lexine
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Huh - ma première réaction - 41% ont plus de 6 employés. Il serait intéressant de voir combien sont des sous-contractants VS part-time VS full-time, et les liens aux revenus bruts?
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