How it works

01

Request a call

Share your goal, timeline, and current stage signals so we can understand where you are before we meet.

02

Assess the fit

Meet with the team to determine fit and decide together if a Trajectory Assessment is the right next step.

03

Trajectory Assessment

Meet with the team to determine fit and decide together if a Trajectory Assessment is the right next step.

04

Stage recommendation

Receive a clear stage recommendation: Launch, Velocity, or Apex, based on your current reality, not your goal.

05

Roadmap delivery

Receive a clear stage recommendation: Launch, Velocity, or Apex, based on your current reality, not your goal.

06

Execute with support

Activate the plan with hands-on support from Catapult and our network of vetted partner resources.

Execute with support

Our experts create a customized trajectory assessment that identifies your company's strengths and weaknesses on 6 core business aspects.

Capital

We provide practical financial guidance to help small and medium-sized business owners make informed decisions, improve profitability, and prepare for growth or exit.

  • Forecasting and budgeting
  • Cash flow management
  • Break-even analysis and profitable pricing strategies
  • Grant and micro-voucher support (including Alberta Innovates)
  • Fundraising readiness and investor preparation
  • Cap table planning
  • Accounting systems setup and optimization

People

We help small and medium-sized business owners build strong, scalable teams with practical tools, clear processes, and professional support to attract, onboard, and retain the right people.

  • Organizational design and structure
  • Hiring templates and recruitment processes
  • Equity planning and compensation strategy
  • Intern and volunteer pathways
  • Onboarding and performance toolkits
  • HR policies and documentation
  • Referrals to trusted HR partners

Legal

We help small and medium-sized business owners protect their business, clarify ownership, and reduce risk with practical legal guidance and strategic support.

  • Founder and shareholder agreements
  • IP strategy support via ElevateIP Alberta
  • NDAs and contract review
  • Business structure guidance
  • Risk management and compliance
  • Trademark and copyright support

Marketing

We help small and medium-sized business owners attract the right customers, communicate their value clearly, and build efficient sales systems that drive predictable revenue growth.

  • Market research and customer personas
  • Messaging and positioning
  • Go-to-market strategy
  • Sales funnel and CRM setup (e.g., HubSpot)
  • Lead generation scripts and processes
  • Content and campaign audits
  • Website and e-commerce support

Operations

We help small and medium-sized business owners streamline daily operations, create efficient systems, and build scalable processes that save time, reduce risk, and support sustainable growth.

  • 90-day roadmaps and execution planning
  • Compliance basics and best practices
  • SOP development and documentation
  • Workflow automation (e.g., Notion, Microsoft 365, Zapier)
  • Project management tools (Asana, Trello, Monday.com)
  • Performance dashboards and reporting
  • Vendor management systems

Product

We help small and medium-sized business owners validate ideas quickly, build practical products, and create seamless customer experiences without unnecessary complexity or cost.

  • Product/market fit validation
  • MVP roadmap and development planning
  • No-code/low-code prototyping
  • UI/UX feedback and optimization
  • User testing and validation
  • Integrations and automation (e.g., Zapier, Airtable)
  • Developer hiring and team support

Trajectory
Assessment

Evaluate your business direction with expert guidance. Identify obstacles, clarify priorities, and build a structured plan for sustainable growth.

Our
Events

From seminars to tips and information about the entrepreneurial landscape, keep up to date on everything going on at Catapult and our partners.

About
Us

Meet the experienced entrepreneurs and advisors behind Catapult. Our team brings practical knowledge, mentorship, and real world business experience.

Catapult
Events

Learn practical business skills through workshops and expert sessions designed to help entrepreneurs launch, operate, and scale their companies.

Apex
Forums

Join curated discussions with founders, operators, and advisors. Exchange ideas, solve problems collaboratively, and gain insights from experienced entrepreneurs.

Elevate
IP

Protect and strengthen your intellectual property strategy. Learn to build valuable brands, products, and assets that increase long-term business value.

Contact
Us

Have questions or want to get involved? Connect with the Catapult team to learn about what you need to take your business to the next level.

Get in touch.