Kristel Manes, Business Advisor

e-mail: kristel@guelphbusiness.com

Kristel has owned and operated two businesses in addition to her role as Manager of a high-volume corporate store. With experience in the hospitality and food industries, Kristel has conducted a number of training and mentoring workshops and has worked with retail business start-up and take-over operations incorporating unique and creative merchandising techniques.

Dan Schnurr, Business Advisor

e-mail: dan@guelphbusiness.com

Dan has owned and operated a technology company specializing in custom hardware and software solutions. He spent 12 years as an elected representative and has experience on many, varied committees and thoroughly understands government processes. Dan obtained BSc and MSc degrees from the University of Guelph and was employed there, working in technology and special projects, and has extensive experience in research and data analysis. Dan is conducting the outreach program to provide a Business Advisor to hub sites in Wellington County. His rural background and familiarity with the County position him to understand issues facing small town and rural residents.

Carol Racine, Events Co-ordinator

e-mail: carol@guelphbusiness.com

As the Guelph Business Enterprise Centre’s Events Co-ordinator, Carol Racine brings enthusiasm and energy to the position. Twenty years of experience as an Advertising Sales Representative asssisting small businesses in the development of their advertising needs supports Carol in finding new and innovative projects for the Centre to offer our clients. Carol focuses on developing special events related to small business needs. These will include social, networking and tradeshow events. If you are interested in participating or offering suggestions Carol would welcome your contact.