Business Retention & Expansion Coordinator

The anticipated social and economic benefits of the project for the partner organizations are by providing insights and recommendations based on survey findings to support local business growth, increase commercial occupancy of vacant buildings, and attract new businesses. As well as, contributing to the development of an action-oriented plan for the downtown areas of Arthur and Mount Forest and the creation of actionable recommendations to address identified business needs through the BR+E program.

Faculty Supervisor:

Leith Deacon

Student:

Partner:

Township of Wellington North

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Public administration

University:

University of Guelph

Program:

Accelerate

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