An Interview with Loren Remillard, President & CEO at The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce

Mastery Fractional CFO's "Punchy" Podcast

In this episode of Mastery Fractional CFO’s Punchy Podcast, Ryan Chenier, CEO and founder of Mastery Fractional CFO Services, sits down with Loren Remillard, President and CEO of the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce. Together, they explore:

• Challenges facing small and medium-sized businesses (or SMBs) in Winnipeg today, from cash flow issues to finding time for strategic growth.
• The value of chambers of commerce in helping businesses connect, save, and grow through advocacy, networking, and access to resources.
• Loren’s personal journey, inspired by his family's small business, and his commitment to helping local businesses thrive.
• A thought-provoking question from Loren: When should a business consider a fractional CFO, and what are the benefits?
• Ryan shares insights on how fractional CFO services can support businesses by aligning operations, finance, and strategic goals to maximize growth and efficiency.

Key Takeaways:

• Chambers of commerce play a critical role in helping businesses access resources, form connections, and influence policy.
• Many SMBs struggle to find time for strategic planning, often caught up in day-to-day operations.
• Fractional CFOs provide essential executive-level financial support for companies that may not have the budget for a full-time CFO.
• Businesses should always ask themselves, “Am I focusing on growth or just maintaining my current lifestyle?”—a challenge Loren encourages.

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