Wayfinders is evolving as a federation of business communities!
Here you will find each community has an online support system customized by location and industry.
The Wayfinders Federation of Communities is a visionary initiative by Wayfinders Business Co-operative, aimed at fostering a collaborative network of communities dedicated to supporting local businesses and driving community economic development. We invite communities to become integral parts of Wayfinders Business Co-operative by joining as local chapters, actively engaging in the co-op’s mission, and contributing to the enhancement of their local business ecosystems.
Key Features of Wayfinders Federation of Communities:
1. Local Chapter Participation:
Communities are encouraged to join Wayfinders Business Co-operative as local chapters, creating a network of interconnected entities with a shared commitment to community well-being and economic vitality.
2. Support for Local Businesses:
The Federation focuses on empowering local businesses within member communities. Through collaborative efforts, businesses can benefit from shared resources, knowledge exchange, and cooperative initiatives.
3. Best Practices in Management:
Wayfinders recognizes the importance of sound business management. Local chapters are encouraged to share best practices, insights, and strategies that have proven successful in their respective communities, creating a reservoir of collective wisdom.
4. Community Economic Development:
The Federation is deeply committed to community economic development. By pooling resources, expertise, and initiatives, member communities can work together to stimulate economic growth, job creation, and overall community prosperity.
5. Online Platform – www.wayfinders.biz:
Wayfinders provides additional support for community economic development through the dedicated online platform www.wayfinders.biz. You will be taken to a wiki site of CED programs and practices. This resource hub offers tools, guides, and valuable information to aid communities in their economic development endeavors.
For articles on CED go here: https://www.wayfinders.biz/category/communuity-economic-development/
How to Get Involved:
1. Join as a Local Chapter:
- Wayfinders Business Co-operative is incorporated as a co-operative in Alberta, Canada and has members across Canada. We have no borders. Communities interested in becoming part of the Wayfinders Federation can join Wayfinders Business Co-operative as local chapters. This establishes a formal connection and opens the door to collaboration.
- The cost of a share is $100 and there is a user fee depending on the number of users.
- You will receive access to customized space for posting related information.
- Contact us by email at wayfindersnews@gmail.com
2. Engage in Knowledge Sharing:
- Actively participate in community economic development (CED) knowledge-sharing initiatives. Contribute insights, success stories, and management strategies that can benefit other communities within the Federation.
3. Utilize Online Resources:
- Explore the http://www.wayfinders.biz platform for additional support and resources tailored to community economic development. This online hub serves as a valuable repository of tools and information.
4. Collaborate for Impact:
- Collaborate with other local chapters to create a collective impact. By working together, communities can achieve more significant outcomes in fostering economic growth, supporting local businesses, and enhancing community well-being.
- There may be ways to explore supply chains and supply nets among regional, national and international members.
The Wayfinders Federation of Communities envisions a future where communities unite, collaborate, and thrive. By joining hands with Wayfinders Business Co-operative and participating in the Federation, communities can actively contribute to the positive transformation of their local economies and build resilient, vibrant places to live and work.