April 10th, 2025

The Grand Tappattoo

6:00 pm reception | 7:00 pm dinner | 8:00 pm Keynote/Awards

$100 per person

keynote speaker

Jeff Brown

Jeff is a military-trained photographer with nine years of experience in the British Royal Navy, who has built an extraordinary career in the global creative industry. Today, he works with photographers and business owners in over 25 countries, empowering them to build successful brands and impactful online presences.

Key Highlights:

  • Founder of 4 successful photography businesses
  • Developer of a leading online marketing, branding, and social media mentoring program
  • Author of 4 bestselling photography books, including the No.1 international bestseller The Photographer’s Missing Link-edIn
  • President of The British Institute of Professional Photography—the world’s oldest professional photography association
  • Over 65,000 LinkedIn followers and a recognized authority on LinkedIn for photographers
  • Brand ambassador for OM SYSTEM (Olympus Cameras) and 6 other major industry brands
  • Speaker at global creative industry events for brands like Phillips, Selfridges, and Amazon

Jeff’s passion for mentorship, combined with his proven success in photography and branding, has made him a sought-after expert worldwide.

The Finalists

The Parry Sound Area Founders Circle is pleased to announce six finalists for the 2024 Founders Choice Awards.

Cash prizes of $10,000 for first place and $5,000 for second place will be presented to entrepreneurs in the Parry Sound District with the most promising start-up business ideas.

Winners will be announced at the Awards Dinners on April 10th, 2025

The Grand Tappattoo

Located less than two hours north of Toronto, and only 8KM south of Parry Sound you will find Grand Tappattoo Resort nestled amongst 50 acres of natural birch and pine trees, surrounded by the clear waters of Otter Lake.

30 Tapatoo Trail, Seguin, ON

705-378-2210

Sponsors and Partners

Parry Sound Area Founders extends our deepest thanks to individuals and organizations for supporting the Awards Dinners and continuing to drive community growth and fostering positive change

READ OUR SPONSOR AND PARTNER OPPORTUNITIES

PLATINUM | $5000

SILVER | $1000

BRONZE | $500