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create a better life through business!
Our job is to know what is available to you so we can directly connect you to the business resources you may need and not know exist!
Innovative
Learning without limits is a skill we own. We think out of the box and outside the room that box is in. We think big. We think bold. We think brave.
Purpose Driven
With every interaction and every initiative, we strive to think bigger and take action on accelerating the success of our business.
Hustle
To put it simply, if there was a masterclass for getting sh*t done, we would be the A-list instructors. The sky is the limit and we reach for the stars.
High Tides & Good Vibes
Positivity and optimism is in our nature, but when the wave comes to a peak, iknow we’re always going to be there to ride it together.
Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative (OAFRI) Applications are Open
The Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative (OAFRI) supports key agri-food research and innovation projects for Ontario
Becoming Carbon Neutral: What It Means For Your Business
We know it’s on your mind, but is it top of mind? Businesses and
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Getting connected to our sbx community
Our community partners, sponsors & members represent a diverse range of organizations dedicated to creating a more connected and sharing community. Our strength comes from our connections within the Sandbox community. As the pre-eminent connector of people & their ideas to business resources within Central Ontario we take pride in uniting people & companies to grow though a culture of sharing.
Check out our community pages to see who we can connect you to!
What's the first thing you can think of that's vital to your business?
CASH! 💵 Finding and fixing the cause of your cash flow problems in your business and putting systems in place to manage cash effectively is vital for your company's survival.
Join our upcoming Experts in Residence: Financial Growth session, Cash Flow 101 - Tips For Management Projection, and Long-Term Progress with feature experts from The CFO Centre.
Leave this session with more knowledge on:
➡️ Understanding the levers and drivers for cash flow
➡️ Strategies to use to identify and address potential cash flow shortfalls before they happen
➡️ Importance of cash flow forecasting for your business and having a forward view
Click the LINK IN OUR BIO to register for this FREE session!👆
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Reimagine The Way You Do Business | Sandbox Centre 2020/2021 Impact. Wow. What a year.
Thank you to all of our SBX Members who attended our 2021 Annual General Meeting. We left feeling inspired for the year ahead and we hope you did too. Coming together to celebrate all of the things that SBX, our members, and partners have accomplished over the last year was icing on the cake!
The celebration, reflection, and recognition doesn't stop with our AGM! Hear from the voices of our business community and the impacts SBX has had over this past year.
Spot yourself? Celebrate with us and our community in the comments! 🎉
@botreeinc
@cosmopolitanacademy.inc
@upliftblackorg
@koolfmbarrie @barrie_360 @rock95barrie
@getfreshspoke
🎵So Alive - Instrumental by Leucadia
#SBXConnected #SBX2021 #sandboxcentre #AGM #strongertogether
Every business starts small. Today marks the start of Small Business Week and you already know this is one of our favourite weeks of the year 😎
We want to know - what small business has made a positive impact or contribution to your community? We’re lucky to support and collaborate with many small businesses in our region who constantly leave a long lasting footprint. Wondering how you can support small businesses this week? Check out our tips below ⬇️
👉 Engage with their content
👉 Leave a warm review for the biz
👉 Go visit their store in-person if you are able
👉 Leave a tip when you can
👉 Say thanks + show your gratitude!
We’re all about spreading support for small businesses, especially after the last year we’ve had. So, drop a like, comment or share for your favourite small biz this week!
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How can we contribute to making more equitable decisions where we live, work, and play?
The Equity Sequence™ program returns to the Sandbox Centre on November 3rd, an opportunity to equip anyone to build equity & inclusion one question and one decision at a time.
Delivered virtually in three phases, become prepared with the framework and tool that can be used in everyday life, work and any key decision to reduce bias, make it more inclusive, and equitable.
Become a part of the next generation of courageous innovators - Click our LINK IN BIO to learn more and to secure your spot! ⬆️
#SBX2021 #SBXConnected #SandboxCentre #EquitySequence #DiversityEquityInclusion
Simcoe County, have you heard?! The Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) is back in our region and we want you to join! 🎉
#TBT to our first in-person TAP experience where businesses in our region collided to elevate their business model canvas by the support of one another. Time lapse? More like TAP-lapse!
Reach new markets through this award winning program where companies see an average growth of 19% in total revenue and 38% in export sales one year after participation. Delivered virtually and taking off on October 26th, this 7-week program equips you and your business with everything you need in order to start exporting.
Are you ready to participate in innovative, hands-on initiatives that are designed to accelerate the strategic development of your business?
Click the LINK IN OUR BIO to start your export journey now!
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@exportdevcanada
@trbot
#SBX2021 #SBXConnected #SandboxCentre #WorldTradeCentreToronto #AccelerateYourGrowth #TAPCanada
The countdown to Xcelerate Summit is on and we can’t wait to kick off the festivities with our fellow business leaders and innovators! 🎉
Learn practical techniques and participate in business engagement opportunities with like-minded individuals through an agenda packed with keynote presentations, pop-up talks, workshops and much more!
Build your own adventure by clicking the LINK IN OUR BIO to secure your spot ⬆️
@xceleratesummit
@smallbusinessbarrie
@gchbec
@innisfilecdev
@barriechamberofcommerce
@growvantage
@sgb_sbec
@cadamscanada
#SBXConnected #SBX2021 #sandboxcentre #XcelerateSummit
If you were given an opportunity to reimagine what work happiness looks like – would you take it?
Yes? Awesome. We want to know a bit more...
- Are you looking for ways to reconnect to the business community?
- Have you decided it’s time to invest in your personal and professional development?
- Looking for a safe and confident space to meet up with clients or colleagues?
Let us introduce ourselves as the Sandbox Centre, the place to be and meet. Here at SBX, we’re here to help you reimagine the way you do business 😎
Click the link in our bio to learn more about how becoming a Sandbox All Access Member can help you grow your business and build life enhancing connections 👆
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Sandbox Members, have you RSVP'd yet?! 📆
Sandbox Centre invites our Members to exclusively participate in our upcoming Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, October 12th 2021 at 6:00p.m. on the SBX Patio overlooking beautiful Kempenfelt Bay.
Come together with other SBX Members to safely socialize and celebrate the accomplishments and highlights we have shared together over the last year. Raise a toast, reconnect and inspire each other for the year ahead 🥂
RSVP by registering at the LINK IN OUR BIO ⬆️
Can’t make it? We would appreciate it most if you could fill out the Proxy Form to let us know you cannot attend - click the link in our bio to fill this out!
A special thank you to our partners @theflyingmonkeys for providing our bevy’s for this celebration 🍺💙
#SBXConnected #SBX2021 #sandboxcentre #annualgeneralmeeting #membership #cometogether #celebrate
In other words, take that leap of faith you’ve been too scared to take! There is no better time than now 🚀
If you’re taking your first step in business, let the Sandbox Centre help guide and support you on your journey to success! Click our link in bio to explore the endless options ⬆️
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📷 inspo from @vintagevivids
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Turn your likes into leads 👀 interested in the secret sauce?
Your social media strategy determines who you are and how your customers see you. So what does it take to convert your followers to customers?
Join our upcoming Marketing CNNX group where @malloryrowan, Marketing & Branding Educator (not to mention an incredible entrepreneur with a next level success story) walks us through how to re-strategize your approach to social media so clients and customers are landing where they should be to convert sales.
WHEN: Thursday, October 7th from 3-4PM
Leave this session with more knowledge on:
➡️ A clear approach to your social strategy
➡️ New content categories
➡️ Top tips to keep your audience engaged
Register for this incredible session at the LINK IN OUR BIO! ⬆️
A special thank you to our sponsor of this session, @larche_agency 💙
#SBX2021 #SBXConnected #sandboxcentre #marketing #digitalmarketing #marketingtips #socialmediastrategy
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We honour, recognize, listen, and learn 🧡
We are committed to educating ourselves and our community on the importance of honouring the first occupancy of this land, while supporting actionable steps toward reconciliation. We pause and take time to remember those who were lost, survivors and their families.
We also celebrate and support the incredible accomplishments and offerings of the Indigenous community who continue to thrive and contribute to our business community! Not just today, but every day moving forward into the direction of being stronger together.
#TruthAndReconciliation #NDTR2021 #everychildmatters
Did you know that 91% of companies and 81% of employees say upskilling training has boosted productivity at work?
Upskilling is definitely a buzzword these days. We’ve all seen it. Organizations are often told to focus on upskilling, and for good reason. But what is upskilling? How can upskilling help your business?
Head over to our SBX guest blog post contributed by @botreeinc to get the answers to the above questions!
To continue your learning, check out our upcoming Developing Noteworthy Managers Program, in partnership with Botree Inc., starting this Wednesday! We will unpack core concepts around management style over a three week course series. Leave this session as an effective leader who drives performance, communication, retention, and engagement.
Click our LINK IN BIO to learn more - it’s not too late to register ⬆️
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What would joining the sandbox centre mean to your business?
Not a SBX Member yet? Interested in understanding what’s in it for you? Wonder what it’s all about?
