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Savvy CEO Program for Female Business Owners

By Holly Cheema

The Community Futures Cowichan Savvy CEO Program is for Female Business Owners to connect with like-minded women to boost your confidence, gain invaluable tools, and tackle the unique challenges of balancing business and life.

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Providing Business loans, business advice and business supports to the Cowichan Valley.

Savvy CEO - New Price! We know the original regist Savvy CEO - New Price!
We know the original registration fee of $299 may not have felt accessible for every business owner. To make sure more women can benefit, we’ve adjusted the program price to $150.

Savvy CEO Program Starts October 9.
Savvy CEO Pre-requisite:
1. You have been in business 3+ years.
2. Operate your business in the Cowichan Valley.

INVESTMENT:
Three hours -once a month
3pm to 6pm - the Second Thursday of the month.
Starts October 9th and Finishes April 9th.
Program fee is $150 (with Monthly payment options available).

HOW TO REGISTER:
Direct Registration: Instagram - Link in BIO
https://form.jotform.com/251987276595073
Website + Savvy CEO info + Registration:  Instagram - Link in BIO
https://cfcowichan.ca/.../savvy-ceo-program-for-female.../
Savvy CEO - Early Registration ends September 19. Savvy CEO - Early Registration ends September 19.  Be sure to register to save!

Savvy CEO Pre-requisite:
1. You have been in business 3+ years.
2. Operate your business in the Cowichan Valley.

INVESTMENT:
Three hours -once a month
3pm to 6pm - the Second Tuesday of the month.
Starts October 9th and Finishes April 9th.
$250 if you Register before September 19.
$299 after September 19.
Monthly payment options available.

HOW TO REGISTER:
Direct Registration: Instagram - Link in BIO
https://form.jotform.com/251987276595073
Website + Savvy CEO info + Registration:  Instagram - Link in BIO
https://cfcowichan.ca/.../savvy-ceo-program-for-female.../
#SavvyCEO #FemaleEntrepreneursinthecowichanv
@Cowichan Womens Business Network @duncancowichan
The Saunders Family Foundation and Cowichan Valley The Saunders Family Foundation and Cowichan Valley Golf Club invite you to their Charity Golf Tournament on September 19 at 3:30 pm —fun, community spirit, and support for urgent primary healthcare needs. 

Proceeds fund solutions for Lake Cowichan and the Cowichan Valley. Join them, connect, and help prevent further decline. 

Sponsorship opportunities are also available for local businesses and individuals
who want to show their support and gain recognition throughout the event.
To register or for more information contact
Dave Saunders 250-213-9407 or saund@telus.net
Savvy CEO - Early Registration ends September 19. Savvy CEO - Early Registration ends September 19.  Be sure to register to save!
Savvy CEO Pre-requisite:
1. You have been in business 3+ years.
2. Operate your business in the Cowichan Valley.

INVESTMENT:
Three hours -once a month
3pm to 6pm - the Second Thursday of the month.
Starts October 9th and Finishes April 9th.
$250 if you Register before September 19.
$299 after September 19.
Monthly payment options available.

HOW TO REGISTER:
Direct Registration: Instagram - Link in BIO
https://form.jotform.com/251987276595073
Website + Savvy CEO info + Registration:  Instagram - Link in BIO
https://cfcowichan.ca/.../savvy-ceo-program-for-female.../
#SavvyCEO #FemaleEntrepreneursinthecowichanv
@Cowichan Womens Business Network @duncancowichan
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