Our team
Mae Legg, Manager of Economic Development and the BRC
Mae has operated many successful business ventures, and administered multiple Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade initiatives in her career with three Small Business Enterprise Centres.
Mae specializes in:
- Business diagnostics and pricing strategies
- Business plan and cash flow development
- Customer service and communications
- Financial needs assessment and planning
- Human resource management
- Income property management
- Restaurant management
- Youth entrepreneurship programs and services
Natalie Walker, Small Business Consultant
Natalie first joined the City’s Economic Development and Tourism Department in 2017. She is a small business owner with an education background in Business Management and many years of administrative and office experience.
Natalie can assist you with:
- Starter Company Plus Grant Program
- Summer Company Grant Program
- Small Business Registration information and processes
- Incorporation information and processes
- Business plan and cash flow development
- Municipal, Provincial and Federal regulations
- Required permits and applications
- Customer service and communications
- HST, payroll (CPP & EI) and WSIB registrations and inquiries
- Local business workshops and other community resources
- Marketing and Branding
Connor Webb
Connor Joined the BRC in 2022 as our Business Resource Assistance after graduating from the University of Guelph. His background running a small photography business and training in Marketing gives him many different skills when relating to small business. Connor can assist you with:
- Market Research
- Consumer Behavior
- Long-Range Marketing Planning
- Social Media Management
- Analytics Tools
- Customer Relationship Management Strategies
Theresa Fuller
Theresa Joined the BRC in 2022 as our Part-time Business Advisor and Digital Main Street Digital Service Squad Member. Theresa is your contact for grant information as well as for 1-on-1 consultations. Theresa is a successful business owner for over 20 years in the travel industry and a vibrant communicator. Her relationships and knowledge give her a keen insight into what makes a successful small to medium size business here in the Brantford area. Theresa can assist you with:
• Marketing Strategy
• Cross Promotion
• Networking
• Branding
• Online Presence Development
• Grant Funding Information
Contact the Business Resource Centre to learn more about how we can help start or grow your business.