IGNITE Opens N.S. Rural Accelerator For Entrepreneurs
BRIDGEWATER–Rural entrepreneurs in Nova Scotia will have a better shot at getting support and resources to build their businesses.
Applications are now open for IGNITE Atlantic’s Amplify accelerator program. The program offers a series of 10 virtual, on-demand sessions to help with the process of starting and running a business.
Ignite’s CEO Doug Jones said he’s interested in any applicant with an innovative idea, regardless of their industry.
“We’re pretty open; we’re not industry-specific. What we’re looking for are really innovative ideas,” says Jones. “Those ideas could be developed around traditional industries like the seafood sector, all the way through to tech companies.”
Ignite is partnering with the Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development for the program.
Startups and early-stage entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply. Selected finalists will have to pitch their business ideas to a panel.
Jones discussed some of what those selected will learn.
“We’ll make sure they have all the bases covered in their business, so customer validation, their marketing plan, their strategy, key partnerships,” he says. “And at the same time, we surround them with resources inside of Ignite.”
Information on how to apply can be found here. The deadline for applications is February 23.
Jakob Postlewaite is a reporter with CJLS in Yarmouth, a Huddle content partner.