Wendy Merkley is a senior business leader with a distinguished career in technology and insurance. She held global leadership roles with an international reinsurance company, was named a 1998 UK Business Pioneer: Women and the Global Market, and later served as CIO of a Kingston-based insurance company. Wendy served her community as a municipal councillor, current Vice Chair of the 1000 Islands CDC Board, chair of the Friends of Rockport Customs waterfront project, a 2020 Bill Thake Award recipient, and a leader in her family’s marina business.

Barry Moss, President of Four O One Electric, has more than 30 years of entrepreneurial experience. He grew the company from a small contractor into a business employing over 50 full-time staff. Recently named Citizen of the Year by the Brockville & District Chamber of Commerce, Barry is known for mentoring entrepreneurs and supporting community and youth initiatives.

Wendy Onstein has guided hundreds of small business owners as a business consultant. Known for her practical advice and approachable style, she continues to run Wedding Ceremonies by Wendy and volunteers with Community Futures Grenville, Leeds Grenville Small Business, and Brockville General Hospital.

Brett Prikker is Business Centre Manager with the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) in Kingston, supporting entrepreneurs across Eastern Ontario. With more than 30 years in commercial banking, he specializes in financing, business growth, and mentorship, and previously served as Board Chair of Frontenac Business Services Community Futures Development Corporation.

Robert Walker, Owner and Partner of Walker & Associates Professional Corporation, brings over 30 years of experience supporting small businesses, not-for-profits, and individuals. A Chartered Accountant since 1991 and former Trustee in Bankruptcy, he provides trusted guidance in accounting, taxation, and financial planning through offices in Prescott and Kemptville.