🌟 Why Volunteer at eSAX?
Expand Your Professional Network
Rub shoulders with local entrepreneurs, small business owners, industry and community leaders. The connections you make at eSAX can lead to job opportunities, collaborations, or even business partnerships.
Gain Valuable Experience
Show employers you’re proactive, community-minded, and comfortable in a fast-paced professional setting. From pre-event coordination to social media, registration, logistics, guest engagement and more – you’ll develop real, transferable skills that look great on your resume and impress future employers.
Get Recognized
Stand out by showing that you’ve contributed to one of Ottawa’s premier business networking events. eSAX volunteers can receive official references, LinkedIn endorsements, and social media shoutouts. You’re not just helping out – you’re part of the eSAX family.
Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at Event Management
Learn how one of Ottawa’s premiere networking events is run from the inside. This is perfect for aspiring event planners, marketers, or entrepreneurs.
Be Personally Mentored by eSAX Founder Jarrod Goldsmith
When you volunteer at eSAX, you don’t just join an event—you join a movement. Jarrod Goldsmith, founder of eSAX and one of Ottawa’s most recognized entrepreneurs, personally mentors volunteers. He shares insights on networking, entrepreneurship, branding, and business growth that can help you:
- Sharpen your professional image
- Learn how to build a personal brand
- Get expert tips on making meaningful connections
- Gain confidence in business and social settings
Whether you’re launching your career or planning your next step, this kind of mentorship is rare and incredibly valuable.
Have Fun While Giving Back
Enjoy a dynamic, upbeat and energetic environment where your contributions are valued. Meet great people, enjoy food and music, and be part of something exciting!
✅ Who Should Volunteer?
- Students looking for volunteer hours
- Recent grads looking to break into the Ottawa job market and professional scene
- Newcomers to Canada seeking valuable local connections
- Entrepreneurs and freelancers seeking visibility
- Anyone passionate about business interested in developing key relationships through networking and events!
📅 Ready to Get Involved?
Join the team that brings Ottawa small business together. Get hands-on experience and a chance to shine in Ottawa’s thriving business community. Volunteering with eSAX isn’t just an experience – it’s a career move.
