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<\/span><\/div>ApprovedBiz<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>About ApprovedBiz<\/h3><\/div>\nApprovedBiz.ca is a consulting firm specializing in securing small business financing for both start-ups and established businesses. We have extensive experience working with the Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP) through major chartered banks across Canada.<\/p>\n
Our team has successfully assisted more than 4,000 entrepreneurs nationwide, facilitating over $1 billion in business funding, and brings more than 30 years of combined industry experience. We have supported businesses across a wide range of industries, including restaurants, nail salons, cosmetic and medical spas, and other businesses from a variety of industries.<\/p>\n
In addition to CSBFP financing, we assist clients in accessing other forms of commercial and small business financing tailored to their specific needs. Our expertise includes structuring credit applications, preparing professional business plans, developing detailed financial projections, and assembling comprehensive financing packages designed to maximize the likelihood of approval. Our process begins with a thorough financial analysis of both the business and its principals to ensure each application is properly structured and positioned for a smooth approval process.<\/p>\n
We work closely with our clients from start to finish, providing personalized guidance and delivering an exceptional experience while building long-term professional relationships.<\/p>\n
Through our extensive network of trusted partners, including accountants, lawyers, and industry specialists, we are able to support our clients throughout every stage of the financing process.<\/p>\n
For franchisors, we provide valuable support by helping qualified franchise candidates secure the financing required to open new locations, making expansion smoother and more accessible. We also assist independent business concepts in obtaining the capital needed to grow and succeed.<\/p>\n
If you are interested in bringing your vision to life, we invite you to contact us for a complimentary consultation.<\/p>\n
We look forward to working with you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Meet Our Judges<\/h2><\/div>![\"Red](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Red-Boswell.jpg\")
<\/div>Red Boswell<\/h2>
President - IFPG<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"Pamela](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Pamela-Labelle-Franchise-Voice.jpg\")
<\/div>Pamela Labelle<\/h2>
Founder - BizSold<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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<\/div>Martin Joksimovic<\/h2>
President - MFV Expositions<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Aldrin-Fernandes-Franchise-Voice.jpg\")
<\/div>Aldrin Fernandes <\/h2>
President - AR Brokers<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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<\/div>Scott English<\/h2>
Founder - Elite Franchise Online<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AJ-Rama.jpg\")
<\/div>AJ Rama<\/h2>
National Event Management<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"Hemen](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Hemen-Modi-Franchise-Voice-1-1.jpg\")
<\/div>Hemen Modi<\/h2>
Founder - TWG Design<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/franchisevoice.com\/top-franchise-influencers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rashesh-mandani-1.jpg\")
<\/div>Rashesh Mandani <\/h2>
Mandani Law<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Proudly Supported by Our Partners<\/h2><\/div>Together, we celebrate the leaders shaping the future of franchising across North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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About ApprovedBiz<\/h3><\/div>\nApprovedBiz.ca is a consulting firm specializing in securing small business financing for both start-ups and established businesses. We have extensive experience working with the Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP) through major chartered banks across Canada.<\/p>\n
Our team has successfully assisted more than 4,000 entrepreneurs nationwide, facilitating over $1 billion in business funding, and brings more than 30 years of combined industry experience. We have supported businesses across a wide range of industries, including restaurants, nail salons, cosmetic and medical spas, and other businesses from a variety of industries.<\/p>\n
In addition to CSBFP financing, we assist clients in accessing other forms of commercial and small business financing tailored to their specific needs. Our expertise includes structuring credit applications, preparing professional business plans, developing detailed financial projections, and assembling comprehensive financing packages designed to maximize the likelihood of approval. Our process begins with a thorough financial analysis of both the business and its principals to ensure each application is properly structured and positioned for a smooth approval process.<\/p>\n
We work closely with our clients from start to finish, providing personalized guidance and delivering an exceptional experience while building long-term professional relationships.<\/p>\n
Through our extensive network of trusted partners, including accountants, lawyers, and industry specialists, we are able to support our clients throughout every stage of the financing process.<\/p>\n
For franchisors, we provide valuable support by helping qualified franchise candidates secure the financing required to open new locations, making expansion smoother and more accessible. We also assist independent business concepts in obtaining the capital needed to grow and succeed.<\/p>\n
If you are interested in bringing your vision to life, we invite you to contact us for a complimentary consultation.<\/p>\n
We look forward to working with you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Meet Our Judges<\/h2><\/div><\/div>Red Boswell<\/h2>
President - IFPG<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Pamela Labelle<\/h2>
Founder - BizSold<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Martin Joksimovic<\/h2>
President - MFV Expositions<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Aldrin Fernandes <\/h2>
President - AR Brokers<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Scott English<\/h2>
Founder - Elite Franchise Online<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>AJ Rama<\/h2>
National Event Management<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Hemen Modi<\/h2>
Founder - TWG Design<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Rashesh Mandani <\/h2>
Mandani Law<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Proudly Supported by Our Partners<\/h2><\/div>Together, we celebrate the leaders shaping the future of franchising across North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
ApprovedBiz.ca is a consulting firm specializing in securing small business financing for both start-ups and established businesses. We have extensive experience working with the Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP) through major chartered banks across Canada.<\/p>\n
Our team has successfully assisted more than 4,000 entrepreneurs nationwide, facilitating over $1 billion in business funding, and brings more than 30 years of combined industry experience. We have supported businesses across a wide range of industries, including restaurants, nail salons, cosmetic and medical spas, and other businesses from a variety of industries.<\/p>\n
In addition to CSBFP financing, we assist clients in accessing other forms of commercial and small business financing tailored to their specific needs. Our expertise includes structuring credit applications, preparing professional business plans, developing detailed financial projections, and assembling comprehensive financing packages designed to maximize the likelihood of approval. Our process begins with a thorough financial analysis of both the business and its principals to ensure each application is properly structured and positioned for a smooth approval process.<\/p>\n
We work closely with our clients from start to finish, providing personalized guidance and delivering an exceptional experience while building long-term professional relationships.<\/p>\n
Through our extensive network of trusted partners, including accountants, lawyers, and industry specialists, we are able to support our clients throughout every stage of the financing process.<\/p>\n
For franchisors, we provide valuable support by helping qualified franchise candidates secure the financing required to open new locations, making expansion smoother and more accessible. We also assist independent business concepts in obtaining the capital needed to grow and succeed.<\/p>\n
If you are interested in bringing your vision to life, we invite you to contact us for a complimentary consultation.<\/p>\n
We look forward to working with you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Meet Our Judges<\/h2><\/div><\/div>Red Boswell<\/h2>
President - IFPG<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Pamela Labelle<\/h2>
Founder - BizSold<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Martin Joksimovic<\/h2>
President - MFV Expositions<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Aldrin Fernandes <\/h2>
President - AR Brokers<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Scott English<\/h2>
Founder - Elite Franchise Online<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>AJ Rama<\/h2>
National Event Management<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Hemen Modi<\/h2>
Founder - TWG Design<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Rashesh Mandani <\/h2>
Mandani Law<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Proudly Supported by Our Partners<\/h2><\/div>Together, we celebrate the leaders shaping the future of franchising across North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Red Boswell<\/h2>
President - IFPG<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Pamela Labelle<\/h2>
Founder - BizSold<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Martin Joksimovic<\/h2>
President - MFV Expositions<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Aldrin Fernandes <\/h2>
President - AR Brokers<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Scott English<\/h2>
Founder - Elite Franchise Online<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>AJ Rama<\/h2>
National Event Management<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Hemen Modi<\/h2>
Founder - TWG Design<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Rashesh Mandani <\/h2>
Mandani Law<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>Franchise Judge<\/h2>
Coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Proudly Supported by Our Partners<\/h2><\/div>Together, we celebrate the leaders shaping the future of franchising across North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Together, we celebrate the leaders shaping the future of franchising across North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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