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UKRAINE WINTER 2024
COHORT
FOR WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES
The WMarketplace is pleased to welcome the Winter 2024 cohort of Ukrainian women-owned businesses to our online Ecommerce Accelerator Program. During the next six weeks you will be guided through twelve hours of interactive learning with our facilitator and ecommerce expert, Candy Sugarman.
MEET THE FACILITATOR
Candy Sugarman is a seasoned instructor and facilitator with extensive expertise in digital marketing, eLearning, instructor-led training, and instructional design methodologies. With over 15 years of experience, Candy excels in creating engaging training content and delivering impactful sessions to diverse audiences.
Candy has dedicated her career to empowering small business owners and entrepreneurs. Through her consultancy, Candy J Sugarman, LLC, she has provided invaluable training and facilitation services since 2008. Her work equips business owners with the necessary skills to thrive in today's competitive market. Whether virtual or in-person, Candy's training sessions are known for transforming participants' understanding and application of digital tools and strategies
At the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship's Small Business Center in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Candy has a proven track record as a business counselor. She offers guidance and support in business planning, marketing, and operational strategy, significantly increasing clients' profitability and sustainability.
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Candy's ability to demystify complex concepts and inspire actionable insights has empowered numerous entrepreneurs to leverage digital platforms effectively, driving significant business growth and success. She has conducted over 800 hours of training, focusing on the strategic use of marketing to promote business growth. Her expertise spans a variety of social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
A certified facilitator for the Icehouse Entrepreneurship Program, Candy guides aspiring entrepreneurs through the intricacies of starting and managing successful businesses. She has also presented at numerous educational institutions, sharing her knowledge with students and seasoned professionals.
Candy holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles. Her extensive experience and unwavering commitment to fostering small business success make her a respected instructional design and training figure. Candy's work is characterized by a deep passion for helping individuals and businessesachieve their full potential.