Book Signing Event: RevolutionHer
May 12, 2023 co-hosted by Leigh Fowler (author of Amplify) we will be speaking with local business owners and entrepreneurs from the GTA at the new pop up store, RevolutionHer.
The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up Book Launch
On September 22, 2022
I hosted a the book launch for The Dandelion and 70 amazing women business owners and entrepreneurs came out in support of the new release.
Boobs, Bods and Brains Podcast Interview: "Delving into the Dandelion"
October 2022 I was interviewed by Sam and Laurel on their fantastic podcast about my new book, The Dandelion: Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up
Rewire 2 Relaunch Interview Series presented by Am In Motion
On May 29, 2022 there is an amazing in-person Expo happening in Oakville called Rewire 2 Relaunch.
I had the pleasure of interviewing the FANTASTIC coaches who will be at this one of a kind event.
If you are in a place in life where you are looking for change and want to move towards your authentic self both personally & professionally- meet these incredible coaches through this short interview series.
Nominee for RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022
I am humbled to have been nominated for the RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards for 4 years in a row! The Women of Influence present these awards as a way of recognizing the many accomplishments of women in business across Canada. In 2019 and 2020 I was nominated (along with my business partner) for Beyond the Studio and in 2021 & 2022 I was nominated as the founder and franchisor of Beyond the Classroom.
Launch of The Music Therapy Podcast
Through Beyond the Studio Adrienne Pringle and I host a bi-weekly podcast that sheds a bright light on music therapy in Canada. February 2021 launch.
Cogeco cable also picked up podcast on local stations in Ontario July 2021.
Sheridan College: Pilon School of Business
Member of the Professional Advisory Committee for Project Management 2017- Current
Brock University: Goodman School of Business and the Faculty of Education
Collaborated with international students in the Masters of Education program at Brock on 3 projects during the Fall of 2019. Working with teams of students in the areas of MBA entrepreneurship and human resources
Sheridan College 2013-2021 Capstone Projects
Working with teams of students at Sheridan College in the Project Management course annually to accelerate their learning.
Dean Blundell Podcast: Support Local with Ryan Smolkin
I had a great time being interviewed in July 2020 by Dean Blundell and Ryan Smolkin on the #supportlocal podcast through the Canadian Franchise Association.
Mompreneur Magazine: Success Story Feature
Cathy Thompson is featured as a Success Story speaking about Beyond the Classroom in the November 2019 Issue.
Speaker at Mompreneur Luncheon Fall 2019
I am spoke about how Fear can be used as a catalyst in business to the members of Mompreneurs.. I shared my proprietary 3 step system, Moving from Primitive to Productive with the members of Mompreneurs.
Featured in Snap'd Burlington March 2019
Founder of Beyond the Classroom, Cathy Thompson, nominated for the inaugural Award of Distinction with Mompreneurs.
Starter Company Plus: Halton Region Panel 2019
Shared with over 40 new and emerging entrepreneurs about my journey and fielded questions about business ownership
Guest on Pod Cast: I'm a Millionaire so Now What 2019
Hosted by RBC Wealth Manager, Colleen Campbell, we talked about my journey as an entrepreneur and why Beyond the Classroom is so involved with whole child learning. I also provided a few tips for new and seasoned business owners.
Guest on Fabulous Fempreneurship Podcast
I was a guest of the lovely Elain Slatter talking about Cementing Trust in Organizations
McMaster University Mentor Program
I have had the pleasure of being involved with the McMaster University Mentor program that matches experienced business owners with undergraduate students.
Featured in the 2018 Canadian Franchise Magazine
I was interviewed in a feature with the Canadian Franchise Magazine to talk about Beyond the Classroom and how it all began.
Co-hosted safetalk training in halton
It is so important to have the information to increase confidence about speaking to others about suicide. Beyond the Classroom locations (Milton, Oakville and Burlington) hosted this FREE community training.
Webinar Series for Beyond the classroom about crushing homework!
In this 8 part series I share with parents some quick tips & tricks for crushing homework with their kids.
Participating in research for a study about female entrepreneurs and raising children (Volunteer)
Met with Nicole Johnson to participate in her fascinating study about raising children and pursuing entrepreneurship
WNorth Conference inToronto
Top female business leaders in corporate, public and entrepreneurial sectors, will come together to enhance their leadership training, engage in high-level networking and witness inspirational talks from global leaders.
Speaker at 2018 Children's Wellness Conference of Canada
I was thrilled to be asked to open the day of learning at the conference by talking about the Developmental Assets Theory and how each one of us can help build resiliency in children and youth.
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