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Fjords® The Center for Women’s Business Research indicates that on average, women own over 10 by Hjellegjerde million businesses in the United States and employ around 20 million workers. Female-owned businesses account for over $2 trillion in sales. Female entrepreneurs are collectively known as “Janes,” and they are a big part of the country’s financial landscape. The most For women who want to become Janes, there are having a business plan in place may make it comfortable certain steps to take to develop and launch a easier to secure a loan. business. There are many resources that can help recliner • Secure funding. Businesses require start- women and men start a company. The Small in the world! Business Administration is one of them. Here is up capital. Some small business owners have some of their guidance in doing so. their own savings they’ll be devoting to the • Find a mentor. There are organizations like business, while others solicit investors. 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Listing the campaigns for tourism. type of business, marketing ideas, competition, There are and financial data is a good place to start. Also, • Secure legal representation. certain business laws and employee laws that an individual will need to know to avoid fines and other legal recourse. Securing legal representation ahead of time can help prospective business owners navigate the legal system. • Budget and plan for marketing and advertising. It’s important to get the word out about the new business. While this can start with family and friends, eventually the efforts will have to go beyond. Think about community-based Families, Individuals, Couples, EAP activities that can advertise the new business. Groups - Therapeutic, Support & Seminars Work with schools and community organizations if yours is a niche business for children or seniors. 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Commercial activity continues to grow with an increasing number of new businesses setting up shop in the Kennebecasis Business Park. RV Canada has opened its doors and Home Hardware will soon be a welcome addition to the neighborhood. And the qplex continues to build on its energy, establishing itself as a signature venue attracting major events, offering numerous recreational activities, while contributing to the overall well-being of the Val- ley. I am also extremely excited that Quispamsis will play a key role in the resurgence of True Growth 2.0 which will create an environment to support sustainable economic growth in our region. Please take the opportunity to support local business in the Kennebecasis Valley. Sincerely, Murray Driscoll Mayor, Town of Quispamsis The Towns of QUISPAMSIS and ROTHESAY Working together to serve residents of the Kennebecasis Valley 12 Landing Court, Box 21085 70 Hampton Road, Box 4759 Quispamsis, NB E2E 4Z4 Rothesay, NB E2E 5L5 (T) (506) 849-5778 (T) (506) 848-6600 (F) (506) 849-5799 (F) (506) 848-6677 www.quispamsis.ca www.rothesay.ca 6 KV Business Directory 2013 Rothesay Mayor’s Message Rothesay Council is approaching year one of its mandate following the May 2012 municipal election. Five of the seven Councillors are newly elected and all Councillors are eager to make decisions that will continue to enhance our Town. In addition to the many new residential buildings constructed in 2012, it is encouraging to see a number of new business operations open in Rothesay. Most of these establishments are in the Marr Road/Hampton Road area. Business owners have worked with our Planning and Development Services department and the premises are attractive and functional. Citizens are encouraged to patronize local businesses as much as possible. It should be noted that Rothesay contains the highest concentration of commercial and service sector estab- lishments in the Kennebecasis Valley and it is therefore imperative that the Town pays attention