Stephane O’Reilly, Director of Entrepreneurship at the SK Startup Institute under SREDA, chats with host Carlee Snow about various topics related to entrepreneurship. Their conversation delves into a how-to guide for aspiring or new entrepreneurs, offering valuable insights on adapting strategies to the evolving entrepreneurial landscape. Stephane highlights the unique advantages of Saskatchewan's entrepreneurial ecosystem and provides a comprehensive guide to successful networking. Additionally, they discuss the importance of supporting economic growth within the province and the necessity of acknowledging and accepting failures as signs of redirection.

Stephane is a seasoned expert in growing entrepreneurial talent and fostering economic growth. With a diverse background spanning the music industry, event management, and marketing, Stephane brings a unique and creative perspective to the entrepreneurial landscape.

Since joining SREDA in December 2018, Stephane has held several roles, progressively advancing from Entrepreneurship Specialist to Bilingual Advisor, Manager of Programs and Partnerships, and now Director of Entrepreneurship at the SK Startup Institute. His journey at SREDA has been marked by a relentless commitment to supporting aspiring entrepreneurs and small businesses.

In his current role, Stephane assists in making the SK Startup Institute a go-to center of entrepreneurial support across Saskatchewan and Canada. His expertise encompasses business startups, market research, funding options, business setup guidance, business planning, and marketing strategies. Stephane’s skills in creative thinking, idea development, and exceptional customer service are instrumental in helping entrepreneurs turn their visions into reality.

Stephane is particularly passionate about adapting strategies to the evolving entrepreneurial landscape, leveraging the unique advantages of Saskatchewan's entrepreneurial ecosystem, and guiding individuals through successful networking and accepting failures as opportunities for growth and redirection.

Beyond his professional achievements, Stephane is an avid music lover. If given the chance to deliver a TED Talk, it would be titled “The Power of Music,” exploring how music influences culture and lives. Outside of work, he enjoys playing, making, and listening to music, participating in sports, and engaging in any activity that allows him to flex his creative muscles.

Through his dedication and expertise, Stephane helps make an impact on Saskatchewan's economic development, empowering entrepreneurs to build thriving businesses and contribute to the province's growth.

Stephane holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Marketing from the Edwards School of Business at the University of Saskatchewan.

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Connect with Stephane and learn more about his work:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaneoreilly/

SK Startup Institute: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sk-startup-institute/

SREDA: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sreda-sk/

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