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CEED (Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development) Named a Finalist for the 2025 Halifax Business Awards
October 28, 2024
Halifax, NS: CEED (Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development), a catalyst for innovation and empowerment across Atlantic Canada, is thrilled to announce today that it has been named a finalist for the 2025 Halifax Business Awards in the Not-for-Profit Business of the Year category.
For over 30 years, CEED has supported innovative ideas, creative enterprises, and scalable strategies encompassing social and economic principles. This exciting recognition highlights CEED’s outstanding contributions to the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Halifax and beyond. As a leader in supporting entrepreneurs and small business development, CEED has played an instrumental role in fostering innovation and economic growth through its comprehensive programs that nurture entrepreneurship across all stages.
“We are incredibly honoured to be named a finalist for the Not-for-Profit Business of the Year at the Halifax Business Awards,” shared Craig MacMullin, President & CEO of CEED. “This recognition is a testament to our team’s hard work and dedication, as well as the entrepreneurs we support. At CEED, we are passionate about fostering innovation, empowering individuals, and driving economic growth in our community. Being acknowledged among Halifax’s top businesses motivates us to continue our mission of helping entrepreneurs thrive and build sustainable futures. We are truly honoured to be included in such a prestigious group of finalists. ”
CEED serves as the launchpad for entrepreneurial success in Nova Scotia, fostering a dynamic community of like-minded entrepreneurs driven by peer-to-peer learning and collaboration. CEED is proud to see Optimize Business Solutions & Services, founded by Charlene Currie, as a finalist in the New Business of the Year category. Charlene’s company is part of CEED’s Leveling It Up program, which provides free resources to help diverse, underserved women across Canada start and grow businesses, empowering them to overcome barriers and thrive.
Winners will be announced on Thursday, January 23, at the Halifax Business Awards Gala at the Halifax Convention Centre. This event celebrates the entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators who drive Halifax’s thriving business community. With hundreds of nominations received, the judging committee carefully narrowed the field to 35 finalists, making it a true showcase of local excellence in business.
To learn more about CEED and its programming, visit www.ceed.ca or follow it on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
