Since 1987

With over 15 years in the finance sector, Morgan’s primary role within one of Canada’s largest Credit Unions was managing their high-risk, non-conventional microfinance business program. He helped develop Financial Literacy programs for start-up entrepreneurs, worked with diverse community partners like Mosaic, Women’s Enterprise Centre, Small Business BC, and acted as a go-to person for social enterprise. He also had a special dedicated focus on supporting impact based businesses – businesses that strive to build economic development while aiming to meet key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, tackling local and global issues like climate action and food security. Over the past 4 years Morgan has also volunteered his time as a Director on our CFSC Board, as well as on the Rhiza Investment Coop to help build and grow local investments, and volunteers with Gibsons Marine Search and Rescue.

With a deep-rooted passion for empowering small businesses and entrepreneurs, Yarrow brings a decade of experience in business support and development to her role as a Community Business Advisor at Community Futures - Sunshine Coast. Throughout her career, Yarrow has demonstrated a strong commitment to fostering local economic growth and community resilience. Most recently, she spent three years working with a local regional economic development and non-profit organization, SCREDO, where she managed the Sunshine Coast “Coast your Vote” People's Choice Awards program, spearheaded the "Keep It Coastal" Buy Local initiative, and led a number of other projects aimed at supporting local businesses.In her current role, Yarrow focuses on providing practical, tailored and impactful advice and support to new and existing entrepreneurs. Her extensive experience in creating and delivering community-focused programs equips her with a deep understanding of local business needs and the ability to drive strategic economic development in our region.

Adrian Budd joined Community Futures Sunshine Coast (CFDC-SC) in 2025 as the Office and Loans Coordinator, bringing over 20 years of experience in customer service and management, along with 12 years in IT—primarily within the video game development industry. With a foundation in software engineering, Adrian has a strong ability to learn new tools quickly and adapt to evolving workflows, making him comfortable in roles that call for creative problem-solving and quick learning. Before joining CFDC-SC, Adrian co-founded an educational software company focused on developing products for universities and planetariums. In that role, he handled business development, investment outreach, grant writing, and strategic planning—giving him firsthand insight into the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship. That experience now fuels his passion for helping others navigate the startup journey. Originally from outside the region, Adrian and his wife passed through the Sunshine Coast in 2022 and quickly felt at home with the kind and thoughtful community of people. His deep interest in small business and community-driven innovation made CFDC-SC a natural landing place. Outside of work, Adrian spends most of his time working on his sailboat, reading, kayaking, or tinkering with software projects. He believes great ideas often come to life through teamwork, open-mindedness, and a bit of creativity. As he puts it: “If you give more than you get, the rest will figure itself out.”