PORCH 

It's hard out there and exponentially harder for an immigrant entrepreneur. 

The existing ecosystem is only focused on business needs. But we all know you can't build a billion-dollar business (or any business) if you can't live happily in a new country. 

PORCH is an exclusive club of international entrepreneurs who have been there, done that, and are still doing it. They have come together to support one another on the personal side of the journey (from living to finance to relationships) to learn and grow and to share their superpowers.

This comes to life through events and community. 

PORCH Events include topical sessions with high-profile speakers and experts and highly engaged IRL events focused on relationships, learning and fun.
PORCH Community: 24/7 real-time discussion and support through the active PORCH platform, on-demand resources and content for asynchronous learning, and powerful perks.

PORCH was built to level the playing field and give you a greater chance at success.

Founder / COO

Unfiltered w/ PORCH

They say entrepreneurship is hard. Well, try doing it in a country where you weren’t born, in a language that isn’t your first, with a social network you’ve had to build from scratch. 

That’s the story of the immigrant entrepreneur. However, the biggest problem is the story is rarely told from the POV of the immigrant. So, let’s change that. 

Welcome to Unfiltered w/ PORCH, where we explore what it means to be an immigrant entrepreneur from the POV of the immigrant.  Real stories. Real journeys. Immigrant entrepreneurship, told by those who have lived it.

Co-Creator

HunterMorris

I wear many hats, but they all point in the same direction: helping brands communicate clearly, creatively, and consistently. I lead full-scale marketing initiatives with a strong focus on storytelling, design, and strategy.

My primary role with companies is with Newsletter Creation: I manage end-to-end creation of monthly newsletters for multiple companies, from CRM setup, content planning and writing to design, distribution, and analytics.

Other projects have included ongoing graphic design (logos, social content & graphics, etc), many website design projects (from full website builds to revamps), and full community builds.

Founder

WeitzmanGTM

Intuitive AI

Sales And Market Development

Look Media

Sales and Business Development

Oil Thigh Designs (OTD)

Managed team of 5 responsible for in-store processes such as payment collection, inventory, POS functionality, and managing International Shipping program. Oversaw e-commerce and retail store sales channel growth.

E-Commerce Director

Digital Operations Coordinator

Smith School of Business at Queen's University

Working as a Teaching Assistant for COMM 161: Introduction to Mathematical Analysis for Management (Calculus) and COMM 162: Managerial Statistics

Teaching Assistant

Cam's Kids Foundation

Cam’s Kids Event Head

Tree2Table Originals

Founded an e-commerce business making handmade charcuterie boards, managing production, sales, and website/social media marketing

Founder / COO @PORCH – helping 1M immigrant entrepreneurs succeed in Canada

Combining my passion for entrepreneurship and desire to make a change with my first startup, PORCH. 

1.  My job is to make the journey as an immigrant entrepreneur easier.
2. I am a firm believer that community, when done right, is so powerful.
3. The diversity of Canada is truly beautiful and the possibilities are endless. Everyone just needs access to the right people and resources to succeed.

One specific event didn't inspire me to be an entrepreneur. For me, it was something that I was passionate about since I was very young. Whether it was watching Dragon's Den with my dad or spending the long car ride hours on the way to hockey games coming up with full businesses, being an entrepreneur was what I have always wanted to do.

Fast forward through years of entrepreneurship classes in high school, participating in youth business and entrepreneurship competitions, and starting a few small businesses of my own, I entered my fourth and final year of the Smith School of Business at Queen's University, and I decided it was time to put my education, experience, and passion to the test and go after my dream of starting a true business.

After working with some great companies (Intuitive AI, Look Media, Knoow) and also starting my own custom charcuterie board business during the pandemic (which was such an incredible experience), I learned about the endless effort it took to run a startup/company.

So, in October of 2022, I founded PORCH, an exclusive club of international entrepreneurs that have been there, done that, and are still doing it. They have come together to support one another on the personal side of the journey (from living to finance to relationships) to learn and grow, and to share their superpowers.

It was a full circle from those long nights on the couch watching Dragons Den and Shark Tank. I have the honour and privilege to be able to pursue this entrepreneurial journey with my co-founder, friend, and Dad.

We need more of this. Let's make the world a better place.

Countries I have been to:
Canada, France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Monaco, Mexico, Jamaica, Haiti, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Morocco, Austria, Hungary, Greece, Cyprus, Malta, Australia, Dominican Republic, U.S.A, Vatican City

Hunter Weitzman

PORCH

Any immigrant entrepreneur knows, that, being an entrepreneur is hard.
Being an immigrant adds exponentially more complexity and challenges.
PORCH is an exclusive community for immigrant entrepreneurs in, or coming to Canada and provides a curated, engaging and safe community for immigrant entrepreneurs and their teams, to build relationships, learn, share and help each other succeed.
Expand your learning, your relationships, and your potential. Everything you need to grow.

Ambassador

Nevvon

Collaborated directly with Nevvon's Leadership team and Revenue & Growth Department to drive cross-functional alignment and deliver strategic project outcomes during a focused engagement period.I worked with the Nevvon’s Leadership team as well as the  Revenue and Growth Department driving collaboration between to ensure unified project goals and execution

Project Manager

Spring Activator

In this role, I worked with the Investment team at Spring Activator, focusing on program delivery for impact investors and ventures. I managed program operations,  stakeholders, and impact measurement for each program.
Designed and managed program delivery workflows for impact investors and ventures, ensuring seamless operations and adherence to timelines.
Coordinated stakeholder engagement with partners, participants, mentors, and speakers to enhance program impact.
Streamlined logistics for virtual and in-person sessions, curating program content and facilitating community engagement.
Analyzed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify improvement opportunities and capture program outcomes through participant stories and testimonials.

Investment Program Associate

Seedstars

Led the programs team for Africa and was responsible for strategic planning, development, and execution of initiatives. Managed operations, set goals, and strategies and track results/KPIs. Additionally, focused on the building and maintenance of central and knowledge systems for the global programs team. 
Directed strategic planning and execution of multiple programs, managing cross-functional teams and driving results.
Engaged stakeholders across sectors to mitigate risks, resolve bottlenecks, and align on program goals.
Delivered projects on time and within budget, achieving an average gross profit margin of 70%.
Enhanced team productivity by 30% through the development of streamlined processes and robust tracking mechanisms.
Produced comprehensive reports and presentations to communicate program impact to key stakeholders.

Senior Program Manager

Responsible for the design and management of capacity building programs like the Seedstars academy, acceleration, growth, expansion, and investment readiness programs for early-stage to growth-stage tech startups across emerging markets in Africa, MENA, LATAM & Asia.
Managed capacity-building programs valued at over $1.2 million, supporting early- to growth-stage startups.
Designed and implemented scalable processes to meet program objectives and stakeholder expectations.
Achieved a 70% NPS score across programs through effective participant engagement and program delivery.
Recruited investors, mentors, and experts tailored to program needs, fostering meaningful connections for startups.

Program Manager

Directed projects, events, partnerships, and logistics in over 24 countries in Africa and helped Seedstars expand its companies and services across Africa through the Seedstars World Competition.
Oversaw regional projects and events in 24 African countries, driving program expansion and stakeholder collaboration.
Sourced partnerships with entrepreneurial organizations to enhance program reach and effectiveness.
Identified and implemented workflow improvements, resulting in over 30% cost savings per program.

Regional Project Manager

Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the co-working space and created innovative & exciting methods to engage and manage the Seedspace Community of founders, mentors, and experts.
Revitalized and transformed the community of entrepreneurs through events and engaging, creative programs.
Improved methodologies for lead generation, conversion, delivery for community programs and sale of office and desk spaces.
Collaborated with regional teams to deliver products, services, and events that elevated community engagement.

Community and Project Manager, Seedspace Lagos

International Trade Centre

Consulted with participating technology business founders on Resilient Business Development and how to scale their business operations internationally.
Reviewed internal systems to address areas in need of improvement for 10 selected African companies.
Implemented a learning and development plan to effectively coach the selected businesses on Resilient Business Development and their specific business needs.
Used personal interviews and sessions to identify the businesses’, team, and individual strengths to be leveraged for the growth of the businesses.
Producing detailed and relevant strategic plans and reports for use in making business decisions for both the companies and the International Trade Center.

International Business Consultant

Vertex Agency

Planned and executed corporate and experiential marketing projects, achieving consistent client satisfaction.
Introduced operational strategies to drive business growth and streamline project delivery.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure effective resource allocation and project success

Founder & Project Lead

Rock Thompson Nig. Ltd

Prepared comprehensive and competitive proposals and documents for experiential marketing activities for international brands in Nigeria.
Developed experiential marketing programs designed to build brands and increase top-of-mind awareness.
Partnered closely with Brand Marketing, Communications, Content, Creative, Sales teams, and external agencies to develop successful marketing campaigns.

Project Support, Client Services

Zapphaire Events

Organized, coordinated and executed social and corporate events while focusing on delivering superior customer service
Managed administrative logistics of event planning such as budgeting, contract signing, fee collection, event booking and promotions

Event Planner/Coordinator

Experienced and certified Project Management Professional with 10 years of experience. I have specialized in leading impactful projects and programs that drive sustainable growth across regions including Africa, MENA, LATAM, and Asia. My passion lies in helping organizations optimize operations, implement strategic initiatives, and deliver measurable results.

I thrive on collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders to solve complex challenges and turn innovative ideas into actionable outcomes. 

Some of my key strengths include:
- Strategic planning and execution
- Building and nurturing strong stakeholder relationships
- Developing and leading high-performing teams
- Streamlining processes for efficiency and scalability
- Effective budget and resource management
- Problem-solving with a data-driven approach

I am always excited to connect with like-minded professionals and explore opportunities where I can contribute to meaningful, sustainable change.

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