With a staff of highly skilled researchers and analysts, Concord has produced successful business plans for industries as varied as biotech, entertainment, real estate and telecommunications. To quote one satisfied client, "you've captured the essence of our business model." Drawing on this vast pool of expertise, both academic and technical, Concord has prepared over 225 plans that include all aspects of the business or product. Market research, competitive analysis, growth strategy, financial needs; these varied components are carefully meshed, providing a comprehensive picture to prospective investors. "Some investors can get over 100 business plans a year," Wanda advises, "but with our packaging and easy to absorb format ours get priority." With a venture capital division to raise funds for clients, and tech personnel to build web sites, Concord creates a complete package that is compelling and effective. As Wanda points out, "it has to be both attractive and academic at the same time. We have to strike an interesting balance."

     An important factor in Concord's success story is the trust that clients place in the discretion and confidentiality of Wanda and her staff. She was recently invited to a UBC lab where two PHDs described a new hydrogen fuel cell process in detail, aware that the information was secure in her hands. "It's a privilege to be shown the whole process and realize that trust will never be broken. We've never had a leak."

     Working with people to help them build and define their dreams is the essence of Concord's mission. On the cutting edge of the marketplace, their knowledge and expertise allow them to see where the market is going and pre-empt the trends. Wanda points out that "as the hi-tech bubble burst, people were going back to more traditional business models - oil and gas, mining and biomed." She adds, however, that she believes in the hi-tech sector. "As more people turn to new forms of wireless communication it will continue to grow. We're seeing a lot of new hi-tech models coming in the door."

     Proud single mother of a 16 year-old son, Alexander, whom she describes as "a wonderful young man," Wanda is a third generation Vancouverite committed to her community as well as her business. Despite her hectic schedule, she finds the time to volunteer as a fundraiser for the Vancouver Opera. An avid opera fan, and collector of antiques, she takes pride in her 20s era Vancouver home, having received a Silver Georgie Award for its extensive restoration. With her time at a premium, Wanda cherishes the important things in life - home, family, and good friends.
A background in manufacturing, import, and joint ventures in Eastern Europe gave Wanda Halpert the necessary skills to develop her own vision. Aggressive, dynamic, and forward thinking, she and Concord Business Development are helping clients across North America and around the world make their visions a reality.

     You may contact Wanda Halpert at Concord Business Development at 604-689-2556, visit her online at www.concordbusiness.com or write to Third Floor-541 Howe St., Vancouver, BC. V6C 2C2.