Érika Izzi
Business Management | DEC
Owner, La Petite Italienne
I found where I belong thanks to my training in Business Management from LaSalle College. It allowed me to be self-confident.
Participating in the Bootcamp entrepreneurship program and winning first place was the most important moment of my journey. I drew on my motivation during those two days and I benefited from the expert advice of several instructors.
Tell us about your career path.
During my studies, I had several jobs that allowed me to gain experience for the future. After my internship, I knew that I wanted to start my own company: an upscale Italian grocery store. The process promised to be long and hard. I had to resort to finding a job while working on my business plan.
After several months of relentless work and meetings with various organizations, I officially became co-owner, with my mother, of a grocery store in Sorel-Tracy. We named it “La Petite Italienne.” At only 24 years old, I’m proud to be a business owner. It’s an immense accomplishment. I have a vision for this company and I want to make it grow.