Unpacking Perceptions of Debt

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In this episode Shauna sits down with Alison Kirkland, CEO, of the Women's Enterprise Organizations of Canada/Organisations d'enterprises de femmes du Canada, to discuss the perceptions of debt, and the key findings from the ‘Bootstrap vs Borrow’ research conducted by WEOC.  A leader in the women’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, Alison was named the inaugural CEO of WEOC in September 2019. Since then, she has grown the organization from a Board-run initiative to an integral resource for women’s entrepreneurial support organizations across Canada. Forging long-lasting connections within government and industry, Alison leads from experience, with 20-plus years in communications management and a decade as a certified small business counselor. She has led the creation of comprehensive training programs and the development of innovative funding initiatives and has had the opportunity to share her knowledge and experiences with women entrepreneurs and organizations in the United States, Ukraine and Vietnam. Alison is the current Board Chair of the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce.  Women’s Enterprise Organizations of Canada (WEOC) supports a diverse membership of organizations that directly impact the growth and success of women entrepreneurs. Representing an array of populations and regions, WEOC members support women entrepreneurs through a variety of initiatives, including business training, advising, financing, and mentorship. In addition to opportunities to network with peers across the country, WEOC members have access to an innovative library of tools and resources, as well as regular live and virtual cross-country events. Resources Episode Blog: https://thefinancecafe.ca/weoc-unpacking-perceptions-of-debt  Bootstrap vs Borrow Document: https://weoc.ca/site-content/uploads/2022/11/WEOC_Bootstrap-or-Borrow_FINAL-EN.pdf#:~:text=Research%20from%20the%20field%20of%20behavioural%20economics%20makes,in%20light%20of%20key%20concepts%20from%20behavioural%20economics.  Connect with WEOC Twitter: https://twitter.com/weocanada  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-kirkland-208b5457  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weoc_oefc/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WEOCanada/  Website: www.weoc.ca  Sponsor For more resources and information for women entrepreneurs be sure to connect to our incredible podcast sponsor the Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub  Connect with Us Website: thefinancecafe.ca/  Instagram: @thefinancecafeofficial  LinkedIn: The Finance Cafe  Learn more about our financial literacy program designed specifically for you and don’t forget to use code PODCAST10 to save 10% off at www.thefinancecafe.ca/

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