WBN News Vancouver
WBN News Vancouver delivers real-time business insights, market trends, and expert analysis—by business people, for business people—empowering Vancouver’s economy. Publisher Elke Porter
Drones revolutionize urban logistics in 2025, but cities face regulatory, infrastructure, and operator shortages. Are cities like Vancouver drone-ready? #DroneDelivery
by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver & WBN Ai
Whitecaps face crucial week: MLS playoff push vs. Philadelphia Union, then Canadian Championship semi-final vs. Forge FC at BC Place.
by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News World Sports Edition & WBN News Vancouver
Many business owners have a CRM full of contacts they never revisit. Percy says that’s a missed opportunity. He outlines simple systems to organize, track, and reward referrals that turn one-time buyers into repeat clients—and partners.
by Bernie Franzgrote & WBN News Global & WBN News Vancouver
With Westbank out, OPTrust and the Squamish Nation steer Sen̓áḵw’s 6,000 homes, reshaping Vancouver housing and Indigenous-led development.
by 1. Karalee Greer & WBN News Kitsilano & WBN News VancouverVenture capital funding for blockchain and Bitcoin startups is showing signs of a powerful rebound. In Q1 2025 alone, $4.8 billion was raised—marking a 54% jump from the previous quarter and the highest quarterly total since Q3 2022.
by Liza J Lee & WBN News Vancouver & WBN News Global & WBN News Kitsilano
From his early career in retail and automotive sales, Ryan Chute saw how broken systems, unclear communication, and misaligned leadership created unnecessary barriers. Today, through Wizard of Ads, he helps companies identify those friction points and transform them into opportunities for growth.
by Bernie Franzgrote & WBN News Global & WBN News VancouverFIFA World Cup 2026 brings $1B+ economic boost to Vancouver. Essential business prep guide for downtown entrepreneurs ready to capitalize.
by 1. Elke Porter & WBN News Vancouver
Experience Vancouver's premier Oktoberfest at Harvest Haus PNE. Authentic German beer hall, traditional food, live music Sept 26-27 (Calgary) & Oct 3-4 (Vancouver).
by 1. Elke Porter & Westcoast German News & WBN News Vancouver