Group
Workshops
We facilitate impactful and actionable workshops for entrepreneurship organizations, accelerators, small business hubs and the entrepreneurs they serve.
Empowering entrepreneurs to thrive.
Our workshops have been created from over a decade of building brands and guiding businesses to grow. They are designed to help founders with a clear roadmap forward and actionable takeaways they can implement right away.
Organizations we work with
Startup Organizations
Helping early-stage founders build a strong brand foundation.
Small Business Hubs & Economic Development Organizations
Providing practical brand-building resources for long-term business success.
Incubators & Accelerators
Equipping growing businesses with the tools to scale confidently.
What we've seen entrepreneurs need to thrive
Be Different
In a crowded market, blending in is the fastest way to be overlooked. Standing out is not about being louder. It is about being meaningfully different.
Clarity on what makes your product unique is what earns attention and shelf space.
Be Specific
Trying to appeal to everyone makes it harder for the right people to recognize you. Growth comes from solving a clear problem for a clearly defined audience.
Communicate Clearly
You only have seconds to capture attention on packaging, online, or in store. If people do not quickly understand what your product is, who it is for, and why it matters, they move on.
Be in the Right Places
Growth is not about being everywhere. It is about being where your customers already shop and discover new products. Physical stores, online platforms, and local channels all matter, but only if they align with your audience.
Have a Clear Plan
Without a roadmap, it is easy to get stuck reacting instead of moving forward intentionally. A clear plan helps you prioritize what matters most and avoid wasting time and resources.
Keep Moving Forward
Momentum comes from action, not perfection.
Successful brands test, learn, adjust, and keep going.
How we help entrepreneurs thrive
Mindset
Cultivating a resilient and determined mindset with healthy habits that will prepare and strengthen you for the journey ahead.
Strategy Training
We equip you with the strategic thinking and methods that will map a clear, focused path to accomplish your goals.
Tools & Templates
Built to save time, reduce overwhelm, and help founders look professional from day one.
Skills Training
We don't just teach strategy, but help founders gain the skills they need to implement their strategies.
Ongoing Guidance
We're there to provide ongoing guidance at every stage from building to scaling.
Our Thriving Brand Framework©
and topics we cover
Built from a decade of branding experience, we’ve created a step-by-step framework that saves time and gives you a clear path forward to thrive.
01
Brand
Clarity
Become clear on who you are, what you do and who you’re for.
Core Topics:
• Brand Strategy
• Personal Branding
• Business Branding
• Storytelling
• Ideal Customer Persona
02
Website
Systems
Dive deep to establish the systems that will support your growth.
Core Topics:
• Website Strategy
• Systems Strategy
• Customer Journey
• Marketing Systems
03
Marketing
Growth
Be visible, give value, and show up consistently, build trust and see growth.
Core Topics:
• Growth Marketing Strategy
• Social Media
• Email Marketing
• Content Creation
• SEO
04
Sales
Momentum
Become hyper-focused and gain momentum towards your vision.
Core Topics:
• Campaign Strategy
• Accelerated Lead Generation
• Strategic Partnerships
• Sales Pages & Funnels
How we tailor our workshops to your organization
01 Tailored to entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey
Starting
You’re in the early stages, developing your idea, creating your brand, and preparing to launch.
Growing
Scaling
02 Tailored to your mandate
Women-led
Black-owned
Technology & Innovation
Indigenous or Métis
Food & Agriculture
03 Flexible options for your organization
01
Choose a single workshop
Looking to address one specific challenge or topic?
You can pick from any single workshop we have below.
02
Choose one of our 4-part series
Our 4-part series are thoughtfully designed around four key stages of business growth: Brand. Systems. Growth. Momentum. Each workshop builds on the previous one, equipping participants with practical tools, clarity, and direction at every stage.
Includes 1 month of group mentorship after the workshop.
03
Build your own multi-part series
Interested in going deeper than four sessions?
Want to combine topics across all stages of business?
We can design a customized workshop series aligned with your organization’s specific goals, industry focus, and member needs.
If you're looking for a workshop outside of our options, send us a message.
Our curated workshop series
01
Brand Builder Workshop Series
Who it’s for:
- Startups creating a brand for the first time
- Founders rebranding or repositioning their business
- DIY business owners who need expert guidance to get it right
Workshop 01
Brand Strategy
Lay the foundation for a thriving business by defining your brand purpose, positioning, audience, and core message, so every decision you make is aligned and intentional.
Workshop 02
Brand Development
Learn how to create a brand template kit by shaping your verbal identity (tagline + messaging) and creating a cohesive visual identity (colours, fonts, patterns).
Workshop 03
Communicating your Brand
Discover simple frameworks to confidently communicate your brand in any setting and craft your soundbite (elevator pitch) while adapting a pitch deck template.
Workshop 04
Market-readiness
Bring everything together by preparing your brand for launch, activating your new messaging, visuals, and communication tools so you can show up consistently and confidently.
Outcome
Participants will come away with a brand that helps them get started on the right foot while they find their place in the market.
Capacity
10 businesses
(2 people per business)
Additional seats are available upon request
02
Website & Marketing Systems Workshop Series
Who it’s for
- Founders who feel scattered or overwhelmed by DIY tools
- Startups building their first website or revamping an outdated one
- Businesses preparing to scale and needing better workflows
Workshop 01
Systems Strategy
Workshop 02
Website Framework & Wireframe
Workshop 03
Marketing Systems Stack
Workshop 04
SEO Foundations
Outcome
Participants will leave with a clear website structure and streamlined marketing systems that make their business easier to run and ready to grow.
Capacity
10 businesses
(2 people per business)
Additional seats are available upon request
03
Growth Marketing Workshop Series
Who it’s for:
- Businesses with a brand + website already in place
- Founders needing consistency in content, marketing, and audience engagement
- Entrepreneurs who want a clear content plan instead of guessing
Workshop 01
Content Marketing Strategy & Plan
Workshop 02
Content Marketing Sprint
Workshop 03
Email Marketing
Workshop 04
Social Ads & Promotion
Outcome
Participants will walk away with a focused content plan and marketing strategy that helps them consistently attract, nurture, and engage their audience.
Capacity
10 businesses
(2 people per business)
Additional seats are available upon request
04
Momentum Workshop Series
Who it’s for:
- Businesses preparing to scale or launch new offers
- Founders who want better sales processes and predictable revenue
- Entrepreneurs wanting to activate partnerships and accelerate growth
Workshop 01
Campaign Strategy & Framework
Workshop 02
Campaign Sprint
Workshop 03
Sales Strategy & Framework
Workshop 04
Sales Sprint
Outcome
Participants will leave with a practical sales and campaign strategy that turns interest into action and creates predictable momentum in their business.
Capacity
10 businesses
(2 people per business)
Additional seats are available upon request
Workshop Experience
Tools, templates and worksheets for the workshop
Each session includes professionally designed worksheets and frameworks to guide participants through the process and support implementation after the workshop.
Live in-person or virtual interactive training
Delivered in person or virtually, our workshops are highly interactive and tailored to your founders. Participants can ask questions, work through challenges, and apply concepts in real time.
Support during the workshop
Every workshop series includes support throughout the workshop series to stay on track, and maintain momentum.
Created and instructed by experts and founders of Guide
Throughout over a decade of experience in developing brands, speaking engagements, workshops, webinars, and countless consultations. We’ve excited to share our industry secrets to help your founders thrive.
Hannah Wheeler | Co-founder & Brand Consultant
Bio
Hannah Wheeler doesn’t just build brands; she builds belief systems. As co-founder of Guide Brand Consultancy, she helps visionary leaders chart bold new paths, cutting through the noise to uncover the truth at the heart of their business. Her work is part compass, part catalyst, designed to lead brands and their people on a path to thrive.
With roots in design and a mind wired for strategy, Hannah is known for asking the kind of questions that stop you in your tracks, the ones that shift perspective, unlock direction, and light the way forward. She’s guided startups through uncharted territory, helped changemakers reimagine their brand story, and led legacy organizations to rediscover their sense of purpose, all with curiosity, compassion, and a knack for making complex ideas feel refreshingly human.
To Hannah, branding isn’t just a destination; it’s a daring journey. And she’s the kind of guide you want by your side when the path gets steep, the map runs out, and it’s time to trust your vision.
Donovan Wheeler | Co-founder & Implementation Consultant
Bio
Donovan “DJ” Wheeler doesn’t just build websites; he builds the systems that move brands forward.
As co-founder of Guide, DJ leads implementation strategy and digital experience, combining creativity with precision to bring big ideas to life online. With a background in design and a mind for systems thinking, he ensures every touchpoint, from backend workflows to front-end design, works seamlessly and strategically.
Known for his calm, solutions-first approach, DJ helps teams streamline their operations, elevate their online presence, and bring clarity to complex builds. Whether he’s designing a responsive website or mapping out a scalable process, DJ’s focus is always on helping brands grow with intention.
What our partners & participants have achieved
Through our method and training, businesses have experienced:
Increased brand awareness and recognition
Stronger trust and credibility in the marketplace
More focused teams aligned with a clear vision
Revenue growth from five figures to seven figures within 1 year following our training and methods
Secure a spot for your organization
Booking Details
We are booking a small number of dates nationwide.
Duration: 2 hours (per workshop)
Day: Tuesdays or Thursdays
Time: Flexible for your organization
Included: Instructor, worksheets & templates
July
9 spots Available
May
6 spots available
September
9 spots Available
October
9 spots Available
November
8 spots Available
December
6 spots Available
January
8 spots Available
February
8 spots Available
What our participants say
We participated in Brandventure's marketing bootcamp and have received immense value in terms of strategies and methods to communicate with our audience and build our brand. Thanks Brandventure team!
“I had the opportunity to participate in the Brand Accelerator Bootcamp offered from Brandventure. Brandventure worked with me to brand our chiropractic office social media! I was able to learn new marketing tips and new programs. After I was finished the Bootcamp I still have monthly check-ins with them. They helped me out when I had questions and stuck on what to do next. I would highly recommend Brandventure!”
We attended their Brand Accelerator Bootcamp and it is a must for every small business. As they teach how to run a marketing campaign for a small business. Their professional, helpful and caring as they taught us and continue to help is why I would recommend them to anyone looking to enhance their business.
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