Cara, a former high school teacher and dedicated mother of three, embarked on her entrepreneurial journey almost ten years ago, driven by a profound love for building a brand and business. This passion took root during the early years of motherhood, particularly when her daughter was diagnosed with autism. Living in New Zealand and Kenya enriched Cara’s love of learning and curiosity, shaping her perspectives on life. Fueled by a genuine desire to prove that company culture is critical for success, she draws inspiration from observing teams grow and collaborate seamlessly, with each person finding a way to use their gifts meaningfully within the company. As the co-founder and president of Cara & Co, a company specializing in bead supplies and DIY craft kits, she has learned a lot through the challenges and joys that come with growing a business, and is looking forward to sharing some of these real-world stories with fellow women in the local community of Brantford.

In this session, Cara will chat about how people and processes are the solution to building a business with a strong foundation and a culture of trust.  Learn about practical ways to help grow your company by focusing on these two core areas of business, and hear some stories about Cara & Co’s journey through the ups and downs of their business growth!