Get to Know the Canada Digital Adoption Program

Date

Thursday February 22, 2024
10:00 am - 11:30 am

Location

Virtual
Event Category

Does your business need a digital boost? If so, a grant provided through the Canada Digital Adoption Program may be the right fit for you!

Going digital is no longer a luxury in our post-pandemic era: it's a necessary part of doing business.

For hundreds of business owners in the Kingston-Quinte region, the Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) has provided vital support for entrepreneurs like you who are looking to increase their online sales and/or access other helpful technologies to expand their impact.

Join other members of the WE-CAN community of women entrepreneurs to learn more about the financial and technical support that's currently available through Kingston Economic Development which is delivering CDAP in our region.

Learn about the benefits CDAP provides, who is eligible and how the funding and support services can be used to strengthen the digital side of your business.

This session will also include a live Q&A.

NOTE: Live Zoom transcription will be enabled during this event. Should you require other accessibility supports, please email kerry.ramsay@queensu.ca as soon as possible since advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.

Register

Registered attendees will be emailed a Zoom link to the online session by separate email prior to the event.

ABOUT THE PRESENTERS:

Micah Imomotebegha is a creative marketing professional with 7+ years of industry experience. He brings a combination of technical expertise and strategic guidance to his role. With a Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems and a Graduate Certificate in Digital Marketing Communications, Micah currently holds the position of leading the Canada Digital Adoption Program at Kingston Economic Development. In this role, he leverages his extensive knowledge to propel digital transformation within Kingston’s business community.

Sara Giraldo Hoyos is a Digital Business Advisor at Kingston Economic Development. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a graduate certificate in Digital Marketing Communications. In the past four years she has helped businesses to strategize their digital footprint and execute pivotal projects to ensure the success of the business in the most uncertain situations, like the pandemic. She also has experience developing and launching websites, creating social media ads and crafting an effective social media strategy. In addition, she enjoys auditing websites and giving suggestions to improve SEO, user experience and accessibility. She is committed to helping business owners to overcome the overwhelming challenges of the digital world.

 

ABOUT THE WE-CAN PROJECT:

The WE-CAN Project is led by Queen’s University with a mission to inspire and empower existing and aspiring women entrepreneurs by providing them with tools, resources, expert mentors, networks and community building to expand existing businesses and to launch new ventures.

 

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