Firepower Consulting is a business development consulting firm led by Eric Burton.

Eric is best known as co-founder and CEO of Factor 5 Group Inc. an award winning national social enterprise co-creating sustainable economies through economic development expertise and services.   

Eric has led over 47 successful consulting projects including dozens of custom designed strategies. His unique client relationship style involves providing upfront pro-bono strategy advice and support to design innovative projects that mobilize funding support from strategic partners.

Eric is recognized for his visionary leadership and innovative approaches. He focuses on creating tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of various stakeholders. His leadership emphasizes place-based initiatives that enhance social health, wellness, environmental sustainability, and cultural vitality. With extensive experience in developing labor market and workforce strategies, Eric helps communities and organizations effectively address workforce challenges.

He is known for fostering strong collaborations with municipalities, First Nations, chambers of commerce, businesses, educational institutions, regional organizations as well as provincial and federal government departments.. Eric is dedicated to excellence in all projects, ensuring they exceed expectations and contribute positively to environmental sustainability. His efforts in capacity building empower communities, organizations and businesses to develop necessary skills and resources for independent thriving.

Eric is on a mission to build the best consulting firm in the world*, starting with a independent strategy consulting practice that draws on his passion for igniting economic development.

His ultimate mission - the mission of Firepower Consulting - is to build a community of local investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, property owners and government leaders to catalyze business development and ignites economic opportunities.