“Robert and his team are powerful allies for dance; every day they go above and beyond to be the bridge between artists and their critical operating needs. By providing research like their recent assessment on dance spaces, they label existing gaps in infrastructure, and give artists meaningful data to advocate for themselves. By supporting the business side of the arts (marketing, administration, grant writing, production, bookkeeping and more), they allow artists to focus on their skill set. That they provide these key services at a highly subsidized rate means more money can stay with the artists, who can then afford to pay themselves…When DUO advocates, it’s always with grace and gravitas. It’s empowering to know there is always someone at DUO who can answer the phone, that there is no question too small, and there is a team of lovely people who want to help. I feel more optimistic, supported and resilient because DUO exists, and I don’t want to imagine the Ontario dance community without it.”

Starting a non-for-profit was not an easy process. I personally felt very overwhelmed by the different aspects of it. The financial aspects of it had me concerned and even hesitant to make this vision a reality. I was so fortunate I connected with DUO through its ED. I learned about the many services and the ways in which DUO could support this initiative. Having DUO’s Financial Services available to guide me and to navigate the system was not only helpful but crucial. DUO Staff supported me in creating a system to have clear and consistent accounting practices, they support our day to day process and helped me to establish an efficient payroll system. I appreciate that I have direct and clear communication with bookkeeper and I get my multiple questions answered in a very efficient and respectful way. We at MUSE Arts are very grateful for the support we have received and look forward to continue working together to have our organization at its full potential “

“We are extremely pleased with the professionalism and care with which our organization receives from Duo. Our representative, Ify Oguchi, handles our account with the highest standard of experience and competency. Our correspondences are always returned in a very timely fashion and all necessary bookkeeping is done both skillfully and very punctually. There is no doubt that we are being very well looked after with DUO handling our bookkeeping and other financial matters. We would highly recommend DUO’s services to any dance-based non-profit organization.”