We want your business to thrive.
Here for more than start ups
We are committed to growing businesses and supporting creative thinkers in the Lloydminster region. We provide business incubation and acceleration services to new and existing small and medium enterprises.
A collaborative approach
We believe in collaboration and fostering positive partnerships with like-minded organizations to maximize support for the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem. Startup Lloydminster helps position Lloydminster and region as responsive to entrepreneurial opportunities, as well as delivering timely, professional, and solution-based approaches for entrepreneurial economic development.
Increasing the vibration of innovation.
Startup Lloydminster is the contract holder for the East Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network (ECARIN). A program of Alberta Innovates, the Regional Innovation Networks (RINs) are comprised of eight (8) collaborative networks across Alberta. The goal of a RIN is to create a community-based network of programs and services to accelerate the growth of technology and knowledge-based businesses.
The East Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network (ECARIN) envisions an innovative and diverse business environment that creates jobs, increases revenues, and grows opportunities for local business. ECARIN can connect you with the right people, mentors and capital to take your business to the next level.
More about us.
Our Board
The Lloydminster and Region Business Incubator Board (LRBIB), operating as Startup Lloydminster, is a non-profit organization committed to growing businesses and supporting creative thinkers in the Lloydminster region. The LRBIB is a volunteer-based governance board who determines the long-term direction of the organization. Our current board members are:
Michelle Benning - Chair
Kirby Whitlock
Karla Whiting
Evan Stephens
Michele Charles Gustafson
Kara Johnston
Joem Weinkauf
Kim Capiral
Donna Schellenberg
AJ Mokelky
Sydney Payne
If you are interested in learning more about joining our board please contact us!
Society Membership
The Lloydminster and Region Business Incubator Board (LRBIB), operating as Startup Lloydminster, is a non-profit Society comprised of various members. With your annual membership, you will be eligible to vote on Annual General Meeting agenda items (including electing the board of directors to govern the affairs of the society), stay up to date on current initiatives of Startup Lloydminster, and assist us in enhancing the entrepreneurial ecosystem in our region. Membership in the Society shall be available to persons and associations, whether incorporated or unincorporated, interested in furthering the objectives of the Society and whose application for admission as a member has received the approval of the Board. There are no fees associated with becoming a member of LRBIB.