Business Advisory Centre Durham

Words can not express enough gratitude I have for the BACD and to my multi talented Business Coach, Teresa Shaver. I was struggling to bring my business to the next level. Teresa guided me thoroughly to the steps I needed to be able to fill the gaps in my marketing business. She provided me with an array of valuable resources personally and professionally to scale my business and my business mindset. I am now moving forward successfully and with great confidence that I am providing my clients with the best digital marketing services I provide. Thank you with all my heart!

BACD has been a huge part of my entrepreneurial journey, supporting me and helping me stay motivated. As a newbie in business, I struggle and face challenges with ways to scale my business and BACD advisors are ever willing to provide me with resources I need or point me in the right direction. Patrice is fantastic. She has a wealth of information. BACD has top notch resource tools (training sessions, empowerment programs and peer-to-peer support etc). I totally recommend BACD to anyone starting or growing their business. Their support system is amazing.

I have been going to the Business Advisory Center in Whitby for years, and I am always extremely impressed with the level of service and expertise provided. The team is incredibly knowledgeable and provides valuable advice that helps my business grow. They took the time to understand my business needs and provided tailored solutions that fit my business. I highly recommend the BACD for any business owner looking for professional advice and support.

I had reached out to the Business Advisory Centre of Durham (BACD) for support when I was developing my business in 2021. What a privilege it was to work directly with and learn from Teresa Shaver, CEO, as my business advisor/mentor? I can't speak highly enough of the tremendous support Teresa provided to me. With her thoughtful, positive, and motivational leadership and guidance, Teresa encouraged me to stay focused and accountable and helped me to successfully launch my business. Not only did I have her amazing one-to-one support, I also had access to all the other invaluable information and resources available for new business owners at the BACD. The workshops on business fundamentals, networking lunches, participation in the Women's Entrepreneurship Program (WEP), the Annual Durham Entrepreneurship Week, all helped enhance my knowledge and professional growth as a new business owner. The BACD team also goes above and beyond to support you whether you are starting or growing your business. If you are looking to do either, I highly recommend the team at the BACD for all your business development needs. Thank you Teresa Shaver, and the BACD team for your all your support!

BACD is amazing to work with. They are a great resource for any entrepreneur and business.

Marlon Shaw and Patrice have been amazing they have been so helpful to my wife and I as we struggle to get our growing puppet business started. we have attended many workshops and meet and greets over the years and they are so knowledgeable and eager to share there knowledge. I even made the staff there own bobbleheads and a display for the lobby in there office. thank you to the entire BACD team but a special thanks to Marlon and Patrice God Bless you guys.

Marlon Shaw was my representative for just about 2 years and he was with me throughout the whole process. Anytime I needed a question answered or some advice he was right there. His expertise, knowledge and experience was great. It allowed me to look at things that I didn't even consider. If anyone has any questions or concerns about opening up a business or anything, you NEED to contact the BACD.

Patrice answered all of my questions. If she was not sure of the answer, she directed me to where I could get the answer. She gave me so many resources. The whole time was utilized productively. I would recommend anyone wanting to start a small business to start here.

I had an outstanding experience in the Start Smart program! My Advisor, Patrice Esper, is incredibly knowledgeable, client oriented and easy to work with. The quality and care that goes into the entire program, from beginning to end, shows the passion that this group of people has for their work. I would recommend this program to anyone who is in the early stages of forming a business idea. They help you make sure that you are considering and tackling all of the foundational components that are common across all businesses. They also help to motivate you and keep you accountable, in a very positive and uplifting way.All the best to everyone involved in supporting and running this program! You are an awesome group!Nabil

I would like to thank Patrice for all of her help. This was my first time going to Business Advisory Centre Durham and it was a great experience. I had a few gaps in my business plan and she was able to give me some advice. Days after our meeting Patrice met someone and was able to connect us. I was astonished and grateful because she did this on her own time. I feel like she genuinely wants my business to be successful which gave me the strength I needed to push through these obstacles. Thank you so much Patrice.