Love of Food

Two Airdrie business owners have found success after making the leap from home-based to storefront.

Back in 2014, Stephanie Staniforth used to rent out the basement of a church to teach dance classes. Now, more than 10 years later, the founder of Elements Dance Co. has just moved into their permanent home in northeast Airdrie while celebrating a full decade of dance and hard work.

You’ve taken the leap — now, where’s your parachute? That’s where a group of 30-plus mentors come in. Airdrie’s SMARTstart program matches new entrepreneurs with a one-on-one mentor who is eager to share their wisdom, experience and guidance.