PARO Women’s B2B Database
Buy Local and Buy Diverse in Ontario
About the PARO Women’s B2B Database
Diversity is important. Not just from a human rights’ standpoint, but economically as well. According to the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, “The diversity of our regions contributes greatly to the strength of Ontario’s overall economy.” That means advancing traditionally under-represented groups including women, particularly Indigenous women, who previously may have been overlooked in the supply chain.
Who is Eligible?
The PARO Women’s B2B Database is open to women-owned businesses in Ontario who meet certain criteria. PARO reviews and screens all applications to the directory for eligibility and accuracy of information. Generally speaking, all women-owned businesses based in Ontario that are in good standing will be accepted. PARO particularly encourages Indigenous women business owners to apply. If you have any questions about your eligibility, please Contact Us.
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Business Mentor & CEO at Grow Vantage & Ask For Directions Training
Business Mentor at Ask For Directions Training and Grow Vantage
Patricia is the Business Mentor and owner of Grow Vantage and a Past President of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce. She applies over 30 years of business experience (from start-up to corporate) to mentor entrepreneurs. Since 2011, she has held over 6,500 coaching and training sessions in-person and online. Through Ask For Directions Training, her entrepreneurial training program (and parent company Grow Vantage), and as a business coach, she works with start-ups who are new (or who have lost traction) to design, launch and grow their businesses. Along with 20 other expert instructors she teaches strategies in marketing, sales, communications, and finance, as well as practical techniques to increase productivity, and manage their businesses. In other words, everything entrepreneurs need to learn to grow and run their businesses successfully, and avoid the costly mistakes they can't even see coming - that lead to delays in growth and getting stuck.
Patricia is the Business Mentor and owner of Grow Vantage and a Past President of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce. She applies over 30 years of business experience (from start-up to corporate) to mentor entrepreneurs. Since 2011, she has held over 6,500 coaching and training sessions in-person and online. Through Ask For Directions Training, her entrepreneurial training program (and parent company Grow Vantage), and as a business coach, she works with start-ups who are new (or who have lost traction) to design, launch and grow their businesses. Along with 20 other expert instructors she teaches strategies in marketing, sales, communications, and finance, as well as practical techniques to increase productivity, and manage their businesses. In other words, everything entrepreneurs need to learn to grow and run their businesses successfully, and avoid the costly mistakes they can't even see coming - that lead to delays in growth and getting stuck.
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