Business Innovation Consultant

**Haltech Regional Innovation Centre is seeking a Business Innovation Consultant to join our team.**

**About Haltech**:
Haltech works with technology companies to accelerate innovation for business growth.

We are a non-profit organization that helps technology entrepreneurs and companies to connect, collaborate and transform good ideas and product innovations into well positioned, growing ventures. Since 2011 we have supported over 1,000 startups and entrepreneurs in Halton region with our wide range of free advisory services that includes: Business Innovation Advice, Entrepreneur Development and Corporate

As a member of our team, you will be introduced to southern Ontario's thriving innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem and can contribute to its growth and success.

We believe that diversity of thought, background, and experience is key to driving innovation, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration.
Join us in unlocking the potential of our community and making a positive impact on the world around us.

**Job summary and key responsibilities: Business Innovation Consultant**

Haltech is seeking a business-minded and resourceful individual with skills in business assessment, client services, entrepreneurship, and technology innovation. This full-time position is available at Haltech’s Main Office at TechPlace in Burlington. The position reports to the C.E.O.

The Business Innovation Consultant will assist Haltech’s staff in a variety of activities that include, but are not limited to:

- Coordinate the tracking of business services program metrics through Haltech’s CRM system, analyze the data with monthly analytics and infographic reports, and assist with preparation of quarterly and annual metric reports.
- Perform new client intake assessments for the Haltech’s Business Innovation Services programs, and thoroughly assess and document the business needs and opportunities of each applicant according to established procedures.
- Perform research with a view to compile and summarize information for the creation of intelligence reports on different technology sectors.
- Connect clients with Haltech advisors that can best support the needs of the client.
- Respond to general client inquiries.
- Share new opportunities such as grant programs or applicable resources with targeted clients.
- Research and keep track of funding opportunities in the innovation ecosystem.

Other responsibilities may include:

- Develop detailed reports on client initiatives, client intake trends and demographics, advisor activity and economic impact.
- Meet with economic development teams from Halton Region municipalities and support joint client needs.
- Respond to requests from other partners for data and reports related to Haltech clients and performance.
- Collaborate with other partners in the ecosystem in support of clients’ success.
- Identify and share client successes.
- Train advisors on client related processes (ie CRM)
- Identify opportunities to improve programming and events based on client feedback and share with programs and marketing teams
- Identify trends and potential solution related to client intake

**Desired skills and experience**:

- Bachelor’s degree, entry-level position with experience in Commerce/Finance, Business Administration or Marketing, Engineering; knowledge of STEM areas is an asset.
- Experience in a non-profit environment, market research or technology innovation/startup incubator organization is a plus.
- Ability to analyze data, create reports and present findings (requires proficient use and experience with Microsoft Office software - Excel, Powerpoint, Word and Dynamics CRM)
- Experience and knowledge of Microsoft’s Power Platform is an asset.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks under tight deadlines and deliver quality work in a timely manner.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability and confidence to interact with various levels of the organization.
- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Ability to work both independently with mínimal supervision and accept guidance from various members of Haltech’ s team.

**Working Conditions**:

- 5 days per week; 35 hours per week; full time employment
- The primary work location will be at the TechPlace office at 5500 North Service Road, Burlington Ontario. The role requires the ability to be onsite a minimum of three days on site unless otherwise agreed to with the manager.

Some localized travel may be required (GTA)

**Annual Salary**: $45,000 - $50,000/year with benefits, flexible work, and generous vacation

**Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Haltech**:
Haltech is a supportive atmosphere in a community-focused office. Haltech’s hiring practices are aligned with human rights laws, which guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of race, colour, creed/religion, sex, sexual orientation, marit