To support business growth and client development, the Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC, Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology, today announced over $87,000 for three local businesses through the Business Development Support Program.
Strong Data Automation was founded in 1989 in central Newfoundland. The company develops, installs, and supports single-platform, semi-custom software systems that automate the capture and flow of operations data, especially in industries where materials coming in and out of control points need to be measured and tracked. Strong Data supports customers across four industries: waste management, forestry, construction and mining. The company’s marketing goal is focused on networking at industry-specific conferences/trade shows. To support a networking and targeted marketing effort, the company is receiving non-repayable funding of $17,820 from the Provincial Government.
Since opening 25 years ago, the Newfoundland Insectarium has established itself as one of the primary tourist destinations in Atlantic Canada. It has become an anchor attraction for the tourism industry in the Humber Valley and west coast, as well as the entire province. In addition to its role as a tourist attraction, the company’s educational programs are highly recognized throughout eastern Canada. To support an upcoming marketing campaign, the Provincial Government is providing the Newfoundland Insectarium with non-repayable funding of $18,150.
The Newfoundland Distillery Company is a small craft distillery, located in Clarkes Beach and formed in 2016. The goal of the company is to produce high quality spirits using locally sourced ingredients and traditional methods to make products that will proudly represent the people and culture of the province. The company’s products have won awards in international competitions, such as in San Francisco and New York. The company has grown the operation effectively to produce spirits which can compete in world markets. The company is receiving non-repayable funding over $51,000 to support marketing initiatives that will be targeted at expanding the customer base throughout Canada as well as in the United Kingdom.
Through the Business Development Support Program, the Provincial Government supports small and medium-sized businesses that are committed to develop and grow their operations by improving operational productivity, focusing on trade opportunities and developing their markets.
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“These three companies have all proven through years of operation that they can effectively grow their business and enter new markets. This funding to support marketing activities will bring more awareness to what they have to offer and further help to develop their operations. Investing in an organization’s marketing initiatives can build brand recognition, assist in client and customer relations and increase sales and revenue for the company.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC
Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology
“We have used the Business Development Support Program multiple times in recent years and it has been a key factor in expanding our business across Canada and the United States. The program is easy to apply for and the management staff have been a pleasure to work with.”
Rocky Strong
Strong Data Automation
“The funding provided to the Newfoundland Insectarium through the Business Development Support Program of the Department of Industry, Energy and Technology has been instrumental in securing the continued operation of the Insectarium. The building was in great need of roof repairs, which the company had difficulty in carrying out. The funding that was provided will ensure the continued operation of this west coast tourism icon for many years into the future.”
Lloyd Hollett
Newfoundland Insectarium
“The Newfoundland Distillery Company is extremely grateful for the funding from Industry, Energy and Technology as it will enable us to effectively expand into new markets, particularly Ontario and the United Kingdom. It will also allow us to investigate further export markets which is crucial to our future growth, whilst continuing to look after and expand our customer base within the province.”
Peter Wilkins
The Newfoundland Distillery Company
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