ideas inc

we are efficient
we tap into resources of relevant service providers and/or strategic partners to offer our core programs and services.
we are future-oriented
a compelling alternative to conventional approaches to entrepreneurial development.
we are market-driven
our programs stimulate economic growth while respecting both the environment’s and the community’s ability to support the same.

ideas inc team

The ideas inc team is made up of a committed and eclectic mix of entrepreneurial service providers, including:

Ideas Inc Board of Directors

Melanie Stroh, Chair of the Board

Keith Moen, North Saskatoon Business Association

Ken Suchan, Saskatoon Region Association of Realtors, Commercial Division

Jackie Pilon, Whitecap Dakota First Nation

Terry Scaddan, The Partnership, Downtown Business Improvement District

Brian Storey, Riversdale Business Improvement District

Scott Waters, Broadway Business Improvement District

Tim LeClair, SREDA

Travis Kellet, Saskatchewan Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs

Phyllis Lodoen, Executive Director – Email
Phyllis Lodoen is Saskatchewan’s first business incubator manager certified by the National Business Incubation Association. Recently invited to serve on the Board of Directors of the Canadian Association of Business Incubators, Phyllis is committed to building the incubation industry.  Phyllis has demonstrated her passion for the entrepreneurial spirit as the project developer, past chair and now Executive Director of Ideas Inc. To read more about Phyllis, click here.

Kimberley Hill, Client Services/Program Director – Email

Kim Hill has vast experience as an entrepreneur and an entrepreneurial advisor. Her experience includes project and general management, marketing and client services in the agri-business sector.  Kim worked with the Saskatchewan Food Processors Association (SFPA) for seven years, heading many projects, initiatives and events in the agri-food industry as well as coaching members through many of the challenges of developing an agri-food business. Kim has recently completed the Food Professionals Management Program offered through the Agriculture Council of Saskatchewan and her Project Management Professional certificate. Prior to that, Kim worked in admin, finance, and managed Keybrand Food Inc. for a period of 15 years.

Kristen Byers, Support Staff

Meyers Norris Penny

Meyers Norris Penny (MNP) has played an important role at ideas inc since 2008, providing both financial and advisory support to the organization and its clients.

“At MNP, having a coffee is a chance to sit down one-on-one, exchange ideas and develop relationships. Through those relationships we can better understand you and your business and provide stronger strategies that will take you where you want to go. Our professionals provide world-class expertise, in-depth knowledge and personalized service to find the right solutions for you and your business”.

With over 50 offices across the country and more than 2,500 team members, MNP is the 7th largest chartered accountancy and business advisory firm in Canada. Today, MNP delivers the Business Literacy 101 program to ideas inc clients, helping them learn the ropes and build their management teams.

Global Infobrokers

Global Infobrokers Inc. is home to the Praxis Group of Schools.  Their post secondary school, Praxis School of Entrepreneurship, is the only institute fully dedicated to helping entrepreneurs create the best “non-job” in the world – owner of their own business.  With over 750 graduates from all over the world who started enterprises in everything from home based bookkeeping to international technology, forestry and manufacturing, the Praxis School is perfectly partnered with Saskatoon Ideas Inc. as a critical part of the entrepreneurial development process.

Global Infobrokers, under the leadership of Monica Kreuger, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer, is a great resource to ideas inc , delivering the “Coaching to Success” program to help clients overcome their challenges and meet their goals.

Eclecthink International

eclecthink is Western Canada’s only full service resource for organizations wishing to integrate innovation as a core business strategy. Partnering with Ideas Inc., eclecthink gives developing entrepreneurs, small, medium and large businesses an opportunity to maximize their innovation capability as they push for new and better products, processes and operations. eclecthink partners, Susan and Bill Brooks have worked with individuals and organizations big and small to help them improve their ability to create and innovate as well their ability to embrace change.