Our Story Through Time

Six years ago, we started with a simple belief—that understanding business models shouldn't be reserved for MBA programs or corporate boardrooms. What began as weekend workshops in Red Deer has grown into a comprehensive learning platform that's helped hundreds of professionals rethink how they approach business strategy.

2019

The Beginning: A Kitchen Table Vision

osphyrianox started in Sarah Chen's kitchen in Red Deer, where she and two colleagues—Marcus Wright and Elena Rodriguez—spent countless evenings discussing why traditional business education felt so disconnected from real-world challenges. Sarah had just left her role as a financial analyst, Marcus was wrapping up a consulting project, and Elena was between startups.

That winter, they ran their first workshop for twelve local entrepreneurs. The session was supposed to last three hours but stretched to nearly six because participants kept asking for more practical examples. By spring 2020, they'd moved operations to a small office on Spencer Street and were fielding calls from businesses across Alberta.

Sarah Chen

Co-founder & Strategy Lead

Marcus Wright

Co-founder & Program Director

First workshop: 12 participants, 6-hour session
Developed canvas methodology for business model mapping
Established community-focused approach to learning
Secured initial office space on Spencer Street

2022

Growth Through Adaptation

The shift to online learning during 2020-2021 forced us to completely reimagine our approach. What started as emergency video calls evolved into something more engaging than our in-person sessions ever were. We discovered that participants actually preferred the mix of live instruction and self-paced materials.

By 2022, we'd developed our signature modular learning system and were working with over 300 students annually. Our "Business Model Blueprints" program became particularly popular with mid-career professionals looking to transition into consulting or entrepreneurship. We also began partnering with local credit unions to offer financial literacy components alongside business strategy.

Launched comprehensive online learning platform
Developed "Business Model Blueprints" certification program
Established partnerships with three Alberta credit unions
Expanded team to include specialized instructors
Served over 300 students across Canada

2025

Looking Ahead: Building for Tomorrow

As we move through 2025, we're focused on deepening rather than just expanding. Our upcoming Advanced Strategic Modeling program, launching this September, represents two years of development work with industry partners. We're also piloting a mentorship network that connects our graduates with experienced business leaders across Western Canada.

The feedback from our recent alumni survey showed something interesting—people weren't just using our frameworks for their own ventures. They were bringing these approaches into their corporate roles, consulting practices, and even community organizations. That's driving our next phase of development.

Advanced Certification Programs

Launching September 2025, our comprehensive 8-month certification in strategic business modeling and financial analysis.

Regional Mentorship Network

Connecting 200+ graduates with senior practitioners for ongoing professional development and career guidance.

Corporate Partnership Initiative

Working with mid-size companies to integrate business model thinking into their strategic planning processes.