The Mind Academy
Practical Marketing Training for Local Businesses
Learn how to improve your company’s marketing and online presence, without the guesswork.
In-person, skills-focused courses designed for business owners, managers, and teams who want real strategies, real examples, and real results.
Learn how to improve your company’s marketing and online presence, without the guesswork.
📍 Hosted at The Creative Co-opt (above the Barrie Chamber of Commerce)
👉 Scroll to explore course options & register your interest
WHAT IS THE MIND ACADEMY?
The Mind Academy is TCCO’s in-person marketing education series built specifically for local businesses.
- This is not theory.
- This is not fluff.
- This is not generic “guru” advice.
These are practical, hands-on sessions led by The Creative Co-opt, sharing the same strategies, frameworks, and tools we use every day with real clients.
You’ll walk away with:
- Clear direction
- Better understanding of modern marketing
- Tools you can apply immediately
- Confidence in where to focus your time and budget
COURSE TOPICS
Each session focuses on one core area of modern marketing.
AI (Artificial Intelligence for Business)
Explore how AI tools are changing the way businesses market, create content, and save time.
You’ll learn:
- Which AI platforms are actually worth using
- How to write prompts that produce real results
- How to use AI for marketing, SEO, branding, and ads
- Where AI helps – and where it doesn’t
Walk away knowing exactly how to start using AI in your business today.
Marketing
Understand how modern marketing actually works.
Learn how to:
- Build a strategy that fits your business
- Identify your ideal audience
- Stop wasting money on ineffective tactics
- Focus on what actually drives growth
SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
Learn how to get found online by people already searching for what you offer.
We cover:
- Google Business Profile fundamentals
- Local SEO basics
- On-page optimization
- Why SEO works, and how to approach it properly
Branding
Your brand is more than a logo.
Discover how to:
- Define what your business stands for
- Create consistent messaging
- Build recognition and trust
- Develop positioning that sets you apart
Advertising
Paid ads don’t have to be confusing.
You’ll learn:
- How campaigns are structured
- How budgets work
- What platforms make sense
- How to measure real ROI
CLASS TYPES & PRICING
We offer three different formats depending on your goals and team size.
Large Group
💰 $25 per person
⏱ 60 minutes
A high-level, accessible session focused on best practices.
- Broader examples
- Foundational education
- Clear takeaways
- Cost-effective team learning
Small Group
💰 $150 per person
⏱ 90 minutes
A smaller, more intimate learning environment.
- Personalized examples
- More interaction
- Direct Q&A
- Deeper discussion
Ideal for business owners who want focused attention and practical application.
Perfect for associations, teams, or organizations looking to educate larger groups.
One-on-One With Your Business Team
💰 $100 per person
⏱ 90–120 minutes
Fully customized to your business.
- 100% tailored to your industry
- Your website, your marketing, your goals
- Practical exercises specific to your team
- Strategic recommendations you can implement immediately
This is ideal for companies wanting targeted, actionable training for their staff.
WHO IT’S FOR
- Business owners & entrepreneurs
- Managers & marketing teams
- Growing companies
- Service-based businesses
- Retail & local businesses
- Professionals who want practical, real-world marketing skills
WHY TCCO?
The Creative Co-opt works daily with businesses across industries — from real estate and construction to retail, hospitality, and professional services.
The Mind Academy brings that real-world experience directly to you.
No jargon.
No theory-heavy lectures.
Just clear, practical guidance.
Register your Interest
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