# Event Details - **Event Name**: EmpowerHER Entrepreneurship Accelerator - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 12 Mar, 2026 at 11:00 am – Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: An entrepreneurship program and community for female founders in Orillia and Lake Country.About this EventWhat is the EmpowerHER Entrepreneurship Accelerator?EmpowerHER is a transformative 10-week program that supports women-led businesses in Orillia and Lake Country. Run in collaboration between the Henry Bernick Entrepreneurship Centre and the City of Orillia, EmpowerHER provides mentorship, community connections and entrepreneurial tools to help founders build and refine their businesses.Who should join EmpowerHER?This program is an excellent fit for female entrepreneurs in the Orillia area who are starting or currently running a small business (under 5 employees). You should consider joining if any of the following applies to you:you're early on in your entrepreneurial journey and are looking for guidance and resources for your businessyou're new to the Orillia area and looking to connect with the entrepreneurial communityyou've been running your business for a while now are are looking for fresh ideas and new connectionsScheduleThe program will be delivered in-person over 10 Thursdays, starting March 12, 2026March 12 - 11:00am – 1:00pm - Growing Your NetworkMarch 19 - 11:00am – 1:00pm - Understanding Your CustomersMarch 26 - 11:00am – 1:00pm – Applying Design ThinkingApril 2 - 11:00am – 1:00pm – Meet a Guest EntrepreneurApril 9 - 11:00am – 1:00pm – Building and Evolving Your PlanApril 16 - 11:00am – 1:00pm – Getting Real With FinancialsApril 23 - 11:00am – 1:00pm – Understanding Intellectual PropertyApril 30 - 11:00am – 1:00pm – Meet a Guest EntrepreneurMay 7 - 11:00am – 1:00pm – Preparing Your PitchMay 14 - 10:00am – 2:00pm – Delivering Your PitchHear what past graduates have to say about the program:"Not only did I meet amazing women through this experience but I learned a ton about myself, my goals and how to get where I need to be for success! The team of experts and leaders who led the meetings each week were so knowledgeable and made an effort to get to know each and every one of us in the group. I feel like not only did I grow professionally, but in my confidence and bravery!""When I joined EmpowerHer, I was still inside an organization, quietly telling myself, “I want to be an entrepreneur.” I didn’t realize the hardest part wouldn’t be building the business, but breaking free from decades of seeing my worth in hours and job titles. The shift came not just from strategy, but from being surrounded by women who see you as who you’re becoming — not who you’ve been. That’s what took me from side gig to fully owning who I am as an entrepreneur.""This program was inspiring and practical. I'm very passionate about my business but I was feeling a bit stuck. Focusing on my business plan, costumer discovery, hearing from other successful entrepreneurs and 1:1 discussions with the facilitators helped me with clarity and concrete steps."Questions? Reach out:The Henry Bernick Entrepreneurship Centreryan.burwell@georgiancollege.ca - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/orillia/empowerher-entrepreneurship-accelerator/100001981580756385 - **Event Categories**: Business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 199.5, max: 199.5, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Orillia - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Creative Nomad Studios - **lat**: 44.6077711 - **long**: -79.42007699999999 - **full address**: Creative Nomad Studios, 23 Mississaga Street West, Orillia, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: EmpowerHER Entrepreneurship Accelerator - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/c820083a1ffb7e4d20b19cfaf375eb3bd43ba3481fcff3c9deb888b1410e53f2-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf2f5f4-gmir.jpg?v=1771537910 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is EmpowerHER Entrepreneurship Accelerator being held? - **A:** EmpowerHER Entrepreneurship Accelerator takes place on Thu, 12 Mar, 2026 at 11:00 am to Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Creative Nomad Studios, 23 Mississaga Street West, Orillia, Canada. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for EmpowerHER Entrepreneurship Accelerator? - **A:** Tickets for EmpowerHER Entrepreneurship Accelerator are priced at CAD 200 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityProgram FeeCAD 200 + CAD 12 fee + CAD 23 taxAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing EmpowerHER Entrepreneurship Accelerator? - **A:** EmpowerHER Entrepreneurship Accelerator is organized by Henry Bernick Entrepreneurship Centre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** EmpowerHER Entrepreneurship Accelerator is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Orillia, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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