Business Developer, Project Manager, Marketing Strategist, and Investor
Spencer Douglas- Investor Of Time
Strategic, Purpose-Driven Business
I’m passionate about helping businesses grow by making smart, creative decisions and investing my time where it matters most. I focus on opportunity costs in every choice, ensuring that every action is the best decision in that moment. By prioritizing productivity, I help businesses spend less time on routine tasks and more time on growth, innovation, and serving clients.
How Education Shaped My Entrepreneurial Path
In September 2019, I began my marketing education at Georgian College, motivated by the goal of securing a Co-op position to gain real world experience. While the program did not fully meet my expectations in terms of Co-op opportunities, as only a few students were able to find marketing positions, even though the world was forced to go remote during Covid-19. This lead me to want to help people in similar situations, as people need support starting their careers. This lead me to start looking into solutions for freelancers.
In October 2023, I made the decision to pursue my entrepreneurial ventures full-time. At the same time, I enrolled in an interior design program with The Interior Design Institute to deepen my knowledge and expand my skill set in the field of design. This combination of marketing, business, and design education allows me to approach projects with both creativity and strategy, strengthening my ability to deliver innovative and thoughtful solutions.
Spencer Douglas Is A Self-Starter
With all of this in mind, I had to find work to earn money to survive and invest in starting businesses. Coming from a rural area and having attended a community college—earning a diploma rather than a degree—I found it difficult to secure a digital marketing role. The marketing field is highly competitive, and many employers increasingly expect candidates to bring experience even for early‑career roles. In fact, analyses of job postings show that most “entry‑level” marketing positions still require at least one year of related experience, which creates a barrier for recent graduates and those without practical experience to break into the profession.
As a result, I returned to construction. During this time, I developed websites, managed social media, wrote business plans, and launched my first business, reclaiming my independent spirit. This business, Aced To Perfection, has since been dissolved as I shifted my career goals and the structure of the businesses I want to build.
Throughout my career, I have founded and solely own two operating corporations, both managed through my holding company.
The first, URA Business Inc., helps freelancers build and grow their businesses to improve their careers and lives. We support freelancers and small business owners at every stage, from concept to dissolution, empowering them to take control of their careers and financial futures. Our mission is to encourage more people to start their own contracting businesses, fostering greater income equality.
The second, Appreciated Estates Inc., is a local company dedicated to enhancing the quality of housing provided by landlords. By standardizing and improving rental properties across the Simcoe County and Muskoka, we aim to reduce rental cost disparities. We offer a range of services that increase property resale values, boost landlords’ rental income, and enhance tenants’ quality of life.
The primary focus of my career is growing these corporations to generate resources that support a variety of charitable causes.
My Career Right Now
URA Business Inc.
URA Business Inc. specializes in developing businesses for freelancers, providing project and business management services for them. At URA Business Inc., we specialize in transforming YOU into a successful business. Our unique blend of personal branding, project management, and business management services is designed to help your business thrive in a highly competitive market. We understand that relatable messaging is key to standing out against your competitors, so we assist you in attaching your personality to your new business. We brand YOU as a business, ensuring that all businesses you are associated with will thrive.
Check out our website and contact us for a free consultation.
Appreciated Estates Inc.
I am currently operating a service business in Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada. The services we provide include property management, interior decorating, home staging, interior design, professional organizing, and real estate photography. The corporation is focused on increasing the value of homes (estates sounds fancier), hence the name- Appreciated Estates Inc. We hope to expand the business so we can own our rental properties in the Simcoe County and Muskoka area that provide affordable housing to young people.
Our mission is to eliminate illegal rentals so all tenants, regardless of income, can live in safe and comfortable homes, no matter their level of affordability.
I find real estate fascinating and see it as a smart way to invest for profit. However, many investors overlook an essential aspect: the people who live in their properties. When managing real estate, it’s not enough to do the bare minimum just to make a place “look good.” If you wouldn’t want to live there yourself, your tenants won’t either. Avoid shortcuts like simply painting everything white—treat the property as you would your own home.
Respect your tenants and follow local laws. You won’t earn their respect if you don’t show it first. Be thoughtful and considerate, and your tenants will do everything they can to stay in your good graces. A considerate landlord brings peace of mind because they are so hard to find.
Invest in real estate if you can, but always treat tenants like human beings. When you do, rent collection becomes straightforward. If a tenant struggles to pay on time, approach the situation with understanding and work toward a solution instead of reacting with frustration.
If you’re a landlord or property manager, we can help you manage your properties responsibly, support your tenants, and ultimately make your investment more successful. Contact Appreciated Estates Inc. for a free consultation.
Domain Investing- Through URA Business Inc.
Domain investing presents a fascinating, risky, lucrative, and mostly passive income stream. It is highly competitive as everyone has access to purchase domains that come up for sale. Many of my domain investments have been registered for over a decade (the older the domain, the more likely it is to be valuable) and are relevant to numerous companies or individuals, offering me the flexibility to sell to multiple parties. This typically involves reaching out to each potential buyer individually. As “.com” domains are considered “prime real estate” globally, I primarily focus on investing in them for resale purposes. When the businesses and individuals aren’t ready to invest in the domains, I develop a plan to utilize the domain for my businesses, whether that involves using it for domain parking income, extra traffic via domains being forwarded to my main web pages, or an independent storefront or advertising page my businesses.
“Atlas Douglas Co.” Store And Blog
Yep, that is my dog, Atlas. Atlas Douglas has decided to take after his father and start a little venture under his dad’s business, URA Business Inc. Atlas is the CEO (Canine Engagement Officer) of Atlas Douglas Co., where he leads a small team of dogs. The best part of the Atlas Douglas Co. store is 100% of the profits that are generated are being donated to local animal shelters, in the form of cash and much-needed supplies.
Donating 100% of the profits generated by Atlas Douglas Co. might not seem logical for a for-profit company, but it actually benefits the business greatly. URA Business Inc. uses the Atlas Douglas Co. storefront, blog, and social media to gain leads and customers. This is the first of many stores to come that will advertise the URA Business Inc. mission of supporting freelancers and small businesses.
We’re excited to relaunch this passion project in Spring 2026. In the meantime, we’re refreshing our merchandise to showcase and support local artisans while boosting our local economy.
“Investor of Time” Store
I am currently developing a store that bridges my personal philosophy of using time wisely with my company, URA Business Inc. The store will be called “Investor Of Time” and is designed to drive meaningful engagement and traffic to my business while promoting a lifestyle centered around intentional time management.
The store will specialize in high-quality watches that serve as more than just accessories—they are reminders of the importance of valuing and managing your time effectively. Each piece is designed to inspire wearers to make deliberate choices about how they spend every second.
A unique feature of our website will be an interactive opportunity cost calculator, allowing customers to see how the price of goods compares to the number of hours it would take for them to afford it. This tool provides a tangible perspective on the value of time, helping customers understand that every second of life has value. Ask yourself this: is the money you spend truly worth the hours of your life you traded to earn it?
Through Investor Of Time, we aim to create a brand that goes beyond products—encouraging people to reflect on their priorities, make smarter choices, and treat time as their most valuable asset.
