We provide:

Business Development and Support

Many First Nations have access to a wide variety of natural resources, and a strong desire to use these resources to bring economic and social development to their people. However, a lack of capacity and experience make it difficult to develop viable and profitable businesses.

McLeod Wood Associates Inc. has a wide variety of skills and experience in business development:

Business Plans- We have written or provided business plans for a variety of organizations within the transportation, natural resources, and energy sectors. We can assist your business or organization in analyzing its goals, its competition, its strengths and weaknesses.

Strategic Planning- McLeod Wood Associates Inc.'s advisors have an expertise in strategic planning and work to ensure that the process is open to new ideas and opportunities from all stakeholders.

Capacity-Building- We are committed to a approaches that leave our clients with the understanding and confidence necessary to adjust their strategy on a continuous basis.

Board Training- McLeod Wood Associates Inc.'s Board Training program can be tailored to each organization's mandate and is designed to ensure that Boards are proactive, investigative, and accountable. Regular Board training is critical for effective governance and to ensure that the Board's roles and responsibilities and operating environment are clearly outlined.

McLeod Wood Associates Inc. can also provide services to existing businesses through:

Human Resources Support- MWA Inc. has assisted with developing organizational structures, job descriptions and job advertisements, as well as interviewing and identifying candidates for employment opportunities.

Communications Support- MWA Inc.'s advisors are experienced at preparing and distributing community newsletters, undertaking community meetings, developing and maintaining websites, or producing press releases.

Financial Management Support- MWA Inc. has also provided clients with ongoing Financial Management assistance, or direct management assistance, during periods of human resources problems or on an interim basis.

We have well trained and experienced staff who are able to get a business started, or get a business back on track.

Contact us for more information.