The Brand Audit Project
Project Details
The project awards a complimentary brand audit designed to uncover hidden opportunities and provide personalized recommendations for a small business looking to grow and succeed in 2026. The successful applicant to the “Elevate 2026 Brand Audit Project” will receive expert guidance with actionable insights tailored to their unique needs.
One complimentary brand audit will be awarded annually to a deserving business, which includes a full review of your brand, marketing and communications strategy, an action plan based on audit results, and recommendations for next steps (a $4,750 value).
Our Why
Behind every small business is a visionary with a dream. We understand the challenges of maintaining a clear, impactful identity when operating entirely from within your own business. An objective third party can provide a fresh perspective and unbiased insights to help align your goals, messaging, and strategies with customer expectations.
As a small business ourselves, we’ve benefited from the support and inspiration of our community during our early years of growth. Offering this complimentary audit is our way of giving back and paying it forward to support other small business owners on their journey.
Eligibility
The complimentary brand audit is open to small business owners located in Ottawa and the surrounding area who meet the following criteria:
- Employ fewer than 100 people.
- Generated less than $5 million in annual revenue.
- Have an established business operating for 1–10 years.