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The Growth Playbook: How To Scale Without Breaking The Business

June 10, 2026 · 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
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Moderator

Kelly Nicolson

Kelly Nicolson

Regional Vice President – Western Canada

Roynat Capital

Panelists

Mike Burtch

Mike Burtch

Partner

Fort Capital

Noel Pariseau

Noel Pariseau

Wealth Advisor & Portfolio Manager

CG Wealth Management

Natasha Vandenhurk

Natasha Vandenhurk

Founder & CEO

Three Farmers Food Inc.

The best time to scale your business? Yesterday. The second-best time? Now. But organic growth alone can only take you so far. To break through plateaus and scale faster, business owners need intentional strategies that balance organic expansion with accelerated growth opportunities – all while protecting profitability and culture.

In today’s fast-paced and uncertain economy, understanding how and when to scale is just as important as how fast.

Should you diversify your offerings organically or acquire growth? What marketing and go-to-market strategies drive sustainable momentum? When does expanding locations or entering new markets make sense – and how do you know your business is truly ready?

Join a panel of accomplished entrepreneurs and seasoned advisors who have successfully scaled their businesses through both organic and accelerated strategies. They’ll share real-world insights, proven frameworks, and practical examples to help you grow with confidence and avoid costly missteps.

Key Takeaways

  • Understand the difference between organic growth and accelerated growth – and when each is appropriate
  • Identify high-impact opportunities to scale without overextending your business
  • Assess your organization’s readiness for expansion across operations, leadership, and capital
  • Align systems, people, and financing to support sustainable growth
  • Recognize common scaling pitfalls – and how to avoid them before they stall momentum

You’ll leave this discussion with practical strategies, clearer decision-making, and the confidence to fuel your business’s next stage of growth – whether that means steady organic expansion or a faster path forward.

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