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Wednesday, February 22

Immigration: The Way Forward (Part 1 – Building the Foundation)

9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Location: Concordia Club / Virtual on HopIn

Member: $55 / Virtual: $15 • Future Member: $95 / Virtual: $30

Immigration is imperative to help fuel the economy, fulfill labour shortages, help meet a variety of business needs, and so much more. But to experience those successes, we first need to build the foundation needed to support it. Part 1 of this 2-part series will focus on the importance of infrastructure, housing, healthcare, and economic planning, and what steps need to be taken to build that foundation here in the Region.

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Friday, March 3

2023 Annual International Women’s Day Breakfast

8:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Kitchener / Virtual on HopIn

Member: $65 / Virtual: $20 • Future Member: $95 / Virtual: $50

The 2023 theme is #EmbraceEquity, it’s not just something we say, or something we write about. It’s something we need to think about, know, and embrace.

Hosted in partnership with Regional Chair, Karen Redman, Region of Waterloo. Our speakers include: Oluseun Olayinka (Adventure 4 Change), Dr. Dorothy Nyambi (MEDA), and Geraldine Stafford (Waterloo Regional Police).

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Wednesday, March 8

Cyber Security Summit

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Location: Communitech Hub / Virtual on HopIn

Member: $55 / Virtual: $15 / Exhibitor Booth: $175

Future Member: $90 / Virtual: $30 / Exhibitor Booth: $275

Cyber-attacks don’t just happen to large enterprises. In fact, small businesses are three times more likely to be targeted by cybercriminals… and the risk is so much greater. One attack can cost you everything. But how do you manage big protection with a small budget? How do you fight off attacks without an internal IT department? We’ll help you secure your business now and for the future, by covering the three key methods of protection – technology, process, and people-based… all with a small business approach.

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Thursday, March 23

2023 Business Excellence Awards Gala

5:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Location: Bingemans – Marshall Hall

Member: $250 / Virtual: $45 • Future Member: $325 / Virtual: $75

Join us in recognizing local businesses who have made exceptional contributions to the community in the past year, through their dedication and leadership. With 14 awards being handed out to exceptional individuals and organizations, it's a night you won't want to miss.

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Tuesday, May 9 Manufacturing Summit

8:30am – 12:00pm

Location: Catalyst 137, in the Commons (137 Glasgow Street, Kitchener)

The Greater KW Chamber, along with key corporate sponsors and community partners, host the annual Manufacturing Summit as a way to bring the manufacturing and supply chain communities together in Waterloo Region. Join us for keynote presentations, panel discussions, networking opportunities, and an interactive expo, all centered around this year’s theme – Moving Manufacturing Forward through Innovation.

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Wednesday, May 10

2023 Business Expo

2:00PM – 7:00PM

Location: Bingemans – Ballroom & Marshall Hall

General Admission: Free • Member 8’x8’ Booth: $345

Member 10’x10’ Booth: $365

The Guelph, Cambridge, and Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chambers of Commerce are once again teaming up for the return of the Business Expo! Over 200 local businesses will be featured in the expo, and local restaurants/caterers will also be providing samples of their delicious specialties.

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