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The business of being social
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There are many factors which need to take place in order for a community to be self-sustaining. Over the years, many Kamloops organizations and groups have been working hard to ensure that Kamloops will be here for many years to come. The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce is one of these businesses that dedicates their time to making our community stronger than ever. The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce helps the community think about sustainability by connecting local businesses. Each month one of the members of the Chamber hosts a Social and Business Mixer. There has been some form of mixers in Kamloops for three decades. These socials are a way for people to get to know each other in a facilitated and
welcoming setting. This month, the Chambers host is the City of Kamloops. They are hosting the social at the Kamloops Art Gallery, 101 - 465 Victoria Street, on April 9 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. According to Deb McClelland, executive director of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce, the whole process is rewarding and easy. “It is very simple. There is a bit of programming done by us at the Chamber and then the host talks about their business. There are appetizers, drinks and plenty of time to get to know one another.” It is through networking that Kamloops’ citizens can learn what is available to them. The more money, which circulates between businesses in the community, the stronger Kamloops’ economy will become.
“This is a great value for our members, if they do it right they will get new contacts for their business and do business with each other,” comments Deb. “The number one reason people join the Chamber is the networking oppourtunities.” Local business have a chance to get to know each other better and maybe make the decision to support the local economy. This well-known business event is open to anyone in the community who are non-members; you will be welcomed with open arms. “What I love is hooking up different with each other; I almost feel like a matchmaker,” adds Deb. “It is interesting which have done work together because they have met at these socials. You never know who you will meet and what kind of
business you will get out of it.” There are also a couple socials a year in which the Chamber also hosts a trade show. This year you can look forward to this event in December. There are also courses put on by the group that shows members how to actually meet each other and get right to the point. The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce Social and Business Mixer is a great way for the business community to get to know each other better. The City hosts the biggest event of the year and it is the perfect oppourunity to network and support other local businesses. If anyone has any questions about the social or the chamber please contact the Chamber of Commerce at 250-3746080. Ashley Demedeiros
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