Do you have to create a business plan before starting the actual business?

Are there any business plan / marketing writers with entrepreneurial aspirations out there?

• I am looking to start another new business and the major lesson I learned from my last successful venture was to create a core team starting at the concept phases who would continue to contribute up to the first equity event and then hopefully contribute in a larger matter thereafter. This team should fill any skill gaps I and other team member possess. The ideal person would illustrate entrepreneurial aspirations and would be looking to create an exit strategy in their current position. Great business plan / marketing writing essential.

• Answer:

  I am a canadian entrepreneur. I have put together many business plans, and am specialized in Sales and Marketing. What's your project?