Who is eQuo?
Our goal is to create the world's first global platform for small businesses, where entrepreneurs are the heart of the community and have access to the tools and resources they need to succeed, regardless of their background, gender, race, sexuality, disability, geography, or self-identification. We are committed to empowering small business owners to achieve their goals and make a positive impact on their communities and beyond.
Join us in our mission to support and elevate small businesses worldwide. Together, we can create a more inclusive, equitable, and prosperous future for all.
Small businesses are the backbone of communities and economies worldwide. At eQuo, we are dedicated to harnessing the potential of small businesses to drive positive social, economic, and cultural change. Our mission is to build a community of entrepreneurs, organizations, and individuals who share our vision of a thriving small business ecosystem around the world.
We believe that no one should be left behind in the pursuit of success. Small business owners face many challenges, particularly those from marginalized and unsupported communities such as immigrants, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, people of color, Black individuals, women, and those over 60. We want to ensure that no one has to face these obstacles alone.
As entrepreneurs ourselves, we understand the difficulties facing founders.
That’s why we created eQuo, a cooperative network offering the benefits of a business accelerator and the support of a community center.
Shyra Barberstock
Advisor, eQuopreneur
Ryan "Rye" Barberstock
Advisor, eQuopreneur
Chris Carder
Special Advisor to CEO, Investor, Co-Founder
Michael Carrick
Advisor, Partner, eQuopreneur
Camilla Castaldo
Advisor, Partner, eQuopreneur
Tony Chapman
Advisor, eQuopreneur
Madisson Conroy
Community Engagement Manager
Jennifer Crowley
Marketing Director, eQuopreneur, Advocate
David Dame
Advisor, eQuopreneur
Carleen Dehaney
Advisor, eQuopreneur, Partner
Cathy Derksen
Advisor, eQuopreneur
Joanne Fedeyko
Advisor, Investor, eQuopreneur
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Aedan Fida
Advisor, Investor, eQuopreneur
Joe Fida
Advisor, Investor, eQuopreneur
John Galbraith
Advisor, Partner, eQuopreneur
Surbhi Guleria-Joshi
Advisor, Investor, eQuopreneur
Brenda Halloran
Advisor, Investor, eQuopreneur
Barry Hillier
CEO, Founder
Helen Hirsh Spence
eQuopreneur, Advisor, Investor
Hessie Jones
Advisor, Investor, eQuopreneur
Kundan Joshi
Technology Partner, Co-Founder
Nathan Knight
Advisor, Partner, eQuopreneur
Hugh Lawson
Advisor, eQuopreneur
Tanika McLeod
Advisor, Partner, eQuopreneur
Peyvand Melati
Advisor, Investor, eQuopreneur
Eric Mukendi
Advisor, eQuopreneur
Barry Payne
Indigenous Advisor, eQuopreneur
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Giancarlo Sessa
Advisor, Investor, eQuopreneur
Ananya Sharma
Community Engagement Specialist
Dan Turcotte
Content Director, Co-Founder
Kevin Stolarick
Advisor, Investor, eQuopreneur
Shawn Wells
Creative Director, Co-Founder
Roshni Wijayasinha
Advisor, Investor, eQuopreneur
Zainab Williams
Advisor, eQuopreneur
eQuopreneurs
We believe that everyone should have access to the resources and support they need to succeed, regardless of their background or circumstances. By building a community of passionate and dedicated eQuopreneurs, we are creating a movement that celebrates entrepreneurship and encourages the growth of small businesses everywhere.
Our eQuopreneurs saw a need for improvement in the entrepreneurial landscape and grew tired of waiting for change. They joined forces with eQuo to make a difference and take action to create a more equitable and inclusive environment for small business owners around the world.
