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Chef, Cafe Owner, and Catering Company Owner
Salt N Sear Catering and Rustic Roast Cafe & Bar
After 15 years as a Red Seal chef, Jean Jacques Kabuya launched his own catering company and cafe, but quickly realized he needed more than culinary skills to succeed. Through leadership training and flexible courses, he built the tools to manage a thriving business.
Plumber, Instructor, Business Owner
Graham Beatty started out digging ditches after earning a degree. But through targeted training and continuous learning, he built a career as a plumber/gasfitter, an HVAC business owner, and an instructor. His story shows how upgrading your skills can open new opportunities in the trades.