Meet Your Coordinator is a series where we interview your Youth Ventures coordinators so that you can get to know them. We are back again for the 2018 Youth Ventures season, and today we have John Button at CBDC Eastern Initiatives in Clarenville.

What’s your name?

John Button

What Youth Ventures site are you based out of?

CBDC Eastern Initiatives

What are some of your favourite hobbies?

All types of sports

What’s your favourite movie?

Bench Warmers

What is your favourite band?

Goo Goo Dolls

What is your favourite restaurant?

East Side Mario’s

Do you have any pets?

Nope

What does entrepreneurship mean to you?

Being able to make a dream or inspiration come to life, in a business.

What is the coolest business you heard of?

Strung Out

What are you looking forward to most this summer?

Meeting all the young and inspiring entrepreneurs in my area and see what kind of idea they have!

What are some interesting business opportunities you see in your region?

Clarenville has opened a farmer market this past summer which offers an opportunity for people who enjoy making crafts, food, or bake goods! As well as, Bonavista being a high tourist area during the summer is a big opportunity for participants!

What do youth in NL need to know about Youth Ventures?

We are here to help and we will do everything we possibly can to bring your business ideas to life.

What is the most important thing people of any age who want to start a business need to know?

Believe in yourself, as well as your business!

How can people get in touch with you if they’d like to talk about starting a business?

Address:  76A Manitoba Drive, Clarenville, NL, A5A 1K6

Tel: (709) 466-1170

Email: eastern@youthventuresnl.com