The Benefits of Business Coaching with Community Futures Howe Sound

Community Futures Howe Sound Executive Director offers business advice and feedback at a Squamish Chamber event.

When you’re building or growing a business in the Sea to Sky region, access to reliable business advice can make a world of difference.  

At Community Futures Howe Sound, we offer free one-on-one business coaching delivered by experienced local advisors. Whether you’ve got an idea for a business and want to talk it over with someone who knows what it’s like to start a business, or whether you’re already in operation and want help fine-tuning your strategy, we’re here to help.  

Here are three benefits of using the free business advice on offer with Community Futures Howe Sound.  

1. Local Advisors  

   
   

One of the strongest advantages we offer is that our advisors are part of the community themselves.  

We understand the economic landscape, seasonal rhythms and unique challenges of the region. This means the business advice you receive isn’t generic or theoretical - it’s grounded in a real understanding of what small businesses here in the Sea to Sky face every day.  

2. Free Business Coaching – No Strings Attached 

   
   

For many entrepreneurs, the cost of business coaching can be a major barrier.  

As a government funded non-profit, we eliminate this obstacle entirely by offering our services for free. You can sit down with a qualified advisor, talk through opportunities or challenges, and get honest, practical business advice without worrying about fees.  

Our approach is transparent and straightforward, with no hidden agendas and no sales pitch - just support that meets you where you are on your business journey. 

3. A Wide Range of Subject Expertise 

   
   

Our business coaching covers a broad range of topics, allowing business owners to access help with whatever they need.  

We can support you with financial management, including budgeting, cash flow planning and preparing for funding. We can also help you refine your marketing, strengthen your customer experience and build more effective operational processes. Because our business coaches have a huge range of personal experience running their own businesses, you can receive guidance across strategy, HR, technology, risk management, innovation and long-term planning.  

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And if there is a question we can’t fully answer, we’ll connect you to additional experts in our network so you receive the most complete support possible. 

A Free, Local Business Coaching Resource 

By working with us at Community Futures Howe Sound, you gain more than just business advice - you gain a long-term partner committed to helping your business succeed.  

Our free, locally delivered business coaching gives you access to professional guidance without the financial strain, and our grounded understanding of the region ensures the support you receive is relevant.  

Learn more about our business advice services here, or make a booking for a one-on-one session here.