About Us

Grow Vantage helps entrepreneurs learn how to effectively run their businesses, while they build their local business network. What does that mean?  In 24 sessions over 10 months, you can avoid many of the pitfalls that start-up businesses face; obstacles that can cost business owners time, money and in some cases, their business. And you grow your network - the backbone of a successful business

Grow Vantage helps mentor start-up and growing businesses, to not only survive, but thrive. The program is delivered by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs. Many of our businesses tell us that they reach profitability sooner than expected - as a result of classes that are taught by successful entrepreneurs, and the development of a solid peer network. 

The Grow Vantage program was founded almost 13 years ago by entrepreneur Donna Douglas 

About Patricia:  As a Business Mentor, Patricia helps entrepreneurs understand the strengths and gaps in their knowledge, and provides tools, guidance and feedback to help design, build and strengthen their businesses. She also helps them clarify their goals, connect to the drive that inspires them to be entrepreneurs, and provides ongoing support to give them the best possible chance to succeed in business. A co-founder of Small Business Connect, and winner of both the 2013 Investors Group Business Excellence Award, BERN and the 2012 Barrie Business Award: RBC Royal Bank SOHO Business Excellence Award, she brings over 25 years of business experience to Grow Vantage.