Our Story Unfolds
From a simple idea in 2018 to empowering thousands of aspiring entrepreneurs across Canada
The Beginning
Maximilian Carver noticed something troubling during his years as a financial consultant in Toronto. Young professionals kept asking the same questions about starting businesses, but formal education rarely addressed practical entrepreneurship. After countless coffee meetings explaining basic concepts, he realized there had to be a better way.
Digital Transformation
When the pandemic hit, we made a pivotal decision that changed everything. Instead of closing down, we moved our entire program online within three weeks. What seemed like a crisis became our breakthrough moment. Students could now join from anywhere in Canada, and our interactive online modules proved even more effective than in-person seminars.
Community Growth
Our students started something we never expected - they began forming local meetup groups. From Vancouver to Halifax, xenariqthos alumni were connecting, sharing experiences, and supporting each other's ventures. We formalized this into our Community Network program, which now includes monthly virtual sessions and regional partnerships.
Recognition & Expansion
The Ontario Small Business Association recognized xenariqthos as "Outstanding Educational Resource" in late 2024. More importantly, we launched our advanced modules covering digital marketing and sustainable business practices. These weren't just add-ons - they represented years of listening to what our community actually needed to succeed in modern markets.
The People Behind xenariqthos
Our leadership team brings together decades of real-world experience in entrepreneurship, education, and community building. But more than credentials, they share a genuine passion for helping others succeed.
Maximilian Carver
Founder & Lead Instructor
Before starting xenariqthos, Max spent twelve years helping established businesses optimize their operations. He holds a CPA designation and has guided over 200 startups through their early challenges. What sets him apart isn't just his technical knowledge - it's his ability to explain complex concepts in ways that actually make sense. Students often say his real-world examples finally made business planning click for them.
Evelyn Thornfield
Chief Executive Officer
Evelyn joined xenariqthos in 2021 after running operations for a tech startup that grew from 5 to 150 employees. She understands the growing pains of scaling a business because she's lived them. Her focus on student success metrics and program improvement has helped increase our completion rates by 40%. She also leads our partnership initiatives with local business incubators across Canada.
Looking Ahead to 2026
We're not just teaching entrepreneurship - we're building a generation of thoughtful business leaders who understand that success includes responsibility to their communities and environment.
Indigenous Partnership Program
Developing culturally relevant curriculum with First Nations business leaders, launching in fall 2025 with communities in Ontario and British Columbia.
Sustainable Business Track
New specialization focusing on environmentally responsible business practices, responding to growing demand from students concerned about climate impact.
Rural Entrepreneur Initiative
Tailored program addressing unique challenges of starting businesses in smaller communities, with special focus on agricultural and tourism opportunities.