Small independent businesses are the driving force in our local economy and contribute immensely to the vibrancy of our neighbourhoods. The Small Business & Entrepreneurship Centre (SBEC) supports our local businesses year-round, and you too can…
MEDIA RELEASE WINDSOR-ESSEX, ONT. (Nov. 3, 2023) — Cedar Valley, a Tecumseh, Ont.-based pita chips manufacturer, has accepted a million-dollar deal with the Dragons. Co-owners Ameen Fadel and Surria Fadel pitched their…
MEDIA ADVISORY WINDSOR-ESSEX, ONT. (Oct. 30, 2023) – Tecumseh, Ont. food manufacturer Cedar Valley is a featured business on this week’s episode of CBC’s Dragons’ Den. Co-owners Ameen Fadel and Surria Fadel pitch their…
Small businesses are worth celebrating every day. October is officially National Small Business Month and during this time, it is especially important to highlight the contributions small businesses make in our community. Entrepreneurs drive not just the economy but are the tastemakers who…
A young optometrist has her sights set on growing dual practices in her hometown of Kingsville. Dr. Abby Jakob opened EYES Dr. Abby Jakob Optometrist in 2018 followed by BRIGHT Eye Spa +…