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Taking your venture from startup to standout

Our Entrepreneurial Services team

Entrepreneurs are the most powerful force in Canada’s economy. When it comes to stimulating economic growth and building a brighter future, you lead the way. You have the big ideas and take the risks to innovate, create jobs, generate wealth and invest in communities across the country.

You’re always looking forward, envisioning the next steps. And we’re right there with you every step of the way.

We’re the advisors entrepreneurs turn to for help in growing their business from startup to market leadership. We have a long history of supporting and nurturing visionary entrepreneurs. Our Entrepreneurial Services practice is dedicated to serving the unique challenges and changing needs of fast-growth companies.

Across Canada, our seasoned professionals are part of Ernst & Young’s global network in more than 100 countries. On average around the world, we take a company public every business day of the year. We bring you the industry knowledge and hands-on experience guiding entrepreneurs through every stage of growth. We can help you make your vision a thriving reality.

Contact us today and discover how our services can make a difference to your success.

2013 will see improved IPO activity

In the year to date, the amount of capital raised globally as well as the number of deals are both down. But in 2013, we expect a better outlook, with a strengthening US economy leading the recovery, followed by Europe and Asia.

Digital center for entrepreneurs launches

Our Global Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation connects and informs entrepreneurs of all shapes and sizes as they progress on their growth journey.

Access to funding for G20 entrepreneurs
We outline recommendations for both governments and entrepreneurs to help address funding gaps and stimulate economic growth.
8 Questions Directors Need to Consider Before an IPO
Carefully planned and executed, an IPO can be a valuable step in raising capital and driving expansion. But successfully managing the transition from private to public can be a significant challenge.
The risks are different after an IPO
Businesses face a new set of risks after an IPO. Management must balance risk with business opportunities while meeting shareholders' expectations and regulatory demands.
Eight IPO trends to watch in 2012

Our global IPO trends report lists eights trends to watch in 2012 and explores the latest trends in major IPO markets around the world.

Global IPO activity sees improvement in Q2
So far this quarter, a total of 206 deals has raised US$41.8b, an increase of 5% by deal numbers and 141% higher by capital raised compared to Q1 2012. The overall capital raised was boosted by Facebook’s US$16.0b IPO, which made up 38% of this quarter’s total.
Going public? What directors need to consider before an IPO webcast replay.

The Institute of Corporate Directors and Ernst & Young invite you to join us for a one-hour interactive webinar highlighting questions directors need to think about before considering an initial public offering (IPO). The panel discussion addresses what directors need to consider before an IPO and answers the question every director should ask: "Are we prepared to deliver?"

Contacts

Colleen McMorrow Colleen McMorrow 
Leader,
Entrepreneurial Services
416 943 2718

Contact a member of our team.

Infographic: Survey results
 Ernst & Young and Financial Post 
In 2011-12, Ernst & Young LLP and Financial Post conducted an online survey of close to 500 Canadian entrepreneurs to assess their post-recession outlook. Here are the results.

30-Second Mentor
Business lessons from Canadian Innovators... in 30 seconds or less
Financial Post and Ernst & Young are excited to present 30‑Second Mentor, featuring business and life lessons from Canadian innovators.

Leading the way. Building the future. Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year 
Ernst & Young
Entrepreneur Of The Year
Awards

We believe in shining the spotlight on the men and women who lead the way and build Canada’s future. Learn more about how you can take part in these celebrated awards.

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