ABOUT FUTURPRENEUR

Futurpreneur is a national non-profit organization that empowers young, diverse entrepreneurs, ages 18-39 to start, buy or grow their businesses in Canada, by providing loans with mentorship and resources.
Founded in 1996, we have helped more than 20,000 young entrepreneurs, promoting entrepreneurship among Canadian youth as a critical pillar for diversifying the economy, generating employment opportunities, and fostering a sustainable future.
Futurpreneur is a founding member of the G20 Young Entrepreneurs’ Alliance, the Canadian member of Youth Business International and the Canadian host of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW).
Our Purpose (why we exist): To drive inclusive Canadian prosperity by fostering the success of young entrepreneurs
Our Mission (what we do every day to achieve our purpose):To empower diverse entrepreneurs ages 18-39 by providing loans with mentorship and resources to help them start and buy businesses that contribute to sustainable and inclusive economic prosperity, in their communities and across Canada.
Our Values (how we work – our core principles & commitments): We are mission-driven, collegial & collaborative, diverse & inclusive, and accountable & transparent.

COUNSELLING ENTREPRENEURS (APPLIED STAGE & BEYOND) & COMMUNITY-BUILDING (75%)

• Provide expert coaching and guidance to Indigenous entrepreneurs who are actively seeking financing with mentorship from Futurpreneur. This includes coaching on refining a business plan, developing realistic cash flow projections, marketing strategies, business structure requirements, competitor analysis, and risk mitigation plans.
• Offer personalized support to Indigenous entrepreneurs via phone, video calls, emails, and in person meetings.
• Foster long-term relationships with Indigenous entrepreneurs, serving as a trusted advisor by conducting post-launch follow-up support meetings (individually or in groups).
• Facilitate key community-building activities such as onboarding sessions, office hours, networking and group discussions that help Indigenous entrepreneurs and mentors engage with and learn from each other
• Work in close collaboration with internal teams, including Programs, Client Services and Client Support teams, to ensure the smooth and effective delivery of Futurpreneur’s services to Indigenous entrepreneurs and mentors

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT RESPONSIBILITIES (10%)

• Provide your expertise and make recommendations to continuously improve Futurpreneur’s programs and services
• Help inform special projects and new program development to support Indigenous entrepreneurs at all stages, as well as mentors
• Contribute to Futurpreneur-hosted events, leveraging your expertise to support its mission and elevate its visibility as the ‘go-to organization’ for young Indigenous entrepreneurs
• Stay informed of emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities within the entrepreneurial ecosystem to ensure coaching practices, resources, and business insights remain relevant and responsive to the evolving needs of young Indigenous entrepreneurs