
Nanaimo Women's Business Network
Part 2: Business Growth and Entrepreneurship in Nanaimo
Thu, Nov 20
|Nanaimo Golf Club
This BEACON session focuses on the resilience and adaptability of Nanaimo’s business community. Explore the current entrepreneurial climate, hear from confirmed panel experts, and gain practical strategies for overcoming barriers, accessing resources, and fostering collaboration.


Time & Location
Nov 20, 2025, 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Nanaimo Golf Club, 2800 Highland Blvd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 3N8, Canada
Guests
About the event
Part 2 of the BEACON Economic Development Series: Business Growth & Entrepreneurship in Nanaimo
Welcome to Part Two of the BEACON Series — a community-driven collaboration between the Nanaimo Women’s Business Network, the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board, the Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce, and the Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Vancouver Island. This event is open to all!
Focusing on Nanaimo’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, this session will delve into the current business climate, discuss support mechanisms for startups, and provide strategies for resilience and recovery post-pandemic. This session focuses on the resilience and adaptability of Nanaimo’s business community during economically challenging times. Panelists will share insights on overcoming barriers, tapping into available resources, and utilizing collaborative networks to foster growth. Attendees will learn practical strategies for navigating uncertainties and leveraging local strengths for entrepreneurial success.
We’ll also look at the bigger picture: why investors are choosing Nanaimo, how we can…