News & Events
Entrepreneurs of the Year 2018: Winners Announced
The 2018 Annual General Meeting marked 25 years serving small businesses in Oxford County! The Community Futures Oxford staff, board of directors, partners and clients celebrated small business success by announcing the 2018 winners for entrepreneurs of the year. CFO announced three award recipients yesterday. Access to Capital Program Entrepreneur of the Year: Sandra Shank, … read more
Five ways Community Futures Oxford can support your business
Start up and growth financing, confidential advice and a network of support. If you’re in business, we can help. 519-425-0401 OR info@cfoxford.ca 1. We provide business loans to start, grow or purchase a small business. What?! Yes! You have a fantastic business idea and you’ve written a business plan and excitedly take it to a … read more
Bringing fashion to the people: young entrepreneurs open Penny Lane Clothing Co in downtown Ingersoll
Nestled inside Dwell Urban Boutique, you’ll find the adorably stylish creation of two young entrepreneurs, Noah and Sophie. Penny Lane Clothing Co carries a curated selection of second hand and vintage clothing and accessories. Think Kensington Market style in downtown Ingersoll- we love it! The young business duo is bringing high quality, eclectic fashion to … read more
Young entrepreneur grows business with grant from Community Futures Oxford
With the support of Community Futures Oxford, Alyssa Hazeleger grew her business from a small, one-room office space to a full fitness studio location. Natural Motion Health was the recipient of a young entrepreneur grant which recognizes and supports the work of young entrepreneurs starting or growing a business in Oxford County. Alyssa’s Story … read more
Growing your small business in Oxford: opportunities for every stage
Growing a small business is no easy task, especially in a small rural community. Community Futures Oxford can provide so many supports and resources to make that growth just a little bit easier. Our staff pride themselves on meeting the unique needs of each client and in order to do that just right, we need … read more
Conversations on Entrepreneurship with Leap Junction
Last week, Community Futures Oxford was invited to join Leap Junction at the Fanshawe College Woodstock/Oxford campus. With a new take on learning from entrepreneurs in the trenches, the event welcomed four local business owners to a moderated panel about starting, owning and growing a business. The panel was moderated by Holly who shares her … read more