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Tri-City News Wednesday, January 25, 2012, B1
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Introducing SPARK The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce and the Tri-City News are excited to introduce our new newsletter, Spark: Igniting Local Business. This monthly publication will bring you news from our vibrant local business community and keep you up-to-date on the Chamber and our members. As the voice of business in the Tri-Cities we represent over 800 businesses spanning a variety of industries, specialties and interests. Our members include our community’s biggest employers, small and medium size businesses as well as home-based entrepreneurs, nonprofits and more.
Spark was born from the idea of “igniting local business” - bringing a renewed sense of energy and buzz to local business. “The Chamber should be a catalyst for growth and development for all businesses in the Tri-Cities. We work together with the cities of Port Coquitlam, Port Moody and Coquitlam, as well as our local MLAs and MPs to support the success of our business community and plug you in to what is going on in our region,” says Davide Fantillo Board Chair.
“Change is good and we have had some really big changes around here recently.”
Premier Christy Clarke joined the Tri-Cities Chamber to celebrate at our Christmas Luncheon.
Upcoming Events: Find out more or register online at www.tricitieschamber.com or call 604-464-2716. Please register at least 2 days prior for all events.
January 28
Gala February 2
AM Networking Breakfast February 8
Mayor’s Coffee Talk with Colquitlam mayor Richard Stewart - Members Only February 13
Social Media Monday Members Only February 16
101 Seminar - Website Trends Members Only February 21
PM Networking at Mint Hair Lounge February 24
Luncheon with The Honourable James Moore - See right February 29
Member Orientation
In Spark you will read inspiring stories, get to know the people and businesses driving our community and find out more about the ways the Chamber is shaping the future of our business community.
Having just celebrated our 40th anniversary, we are moving from a busy year of rebuilding, restructuring and planning in 2011 toward a new focus, fresh ideas and genuine sense of excitement for where we are going as an organization in 2012. Executive Director Michael Hind says, “Our vision and plan for the Chamber is to focus on strong policy that will support local businesses, to become a more visible and approachable presence in the community and ensure that the value of membership with our Chamber is undeniable.” He continues, “Change is good and we have had some really big changes around here recently. We will continue to do what we do well and look to our membership to find out what more we can be doing.”
The value of membership will be a key focus this year. Spark will play a significant role in communicating the benefits of being a Chamber member. Facebook and Twitter will continue to keep our members connected and informed. We are also looking forward to the launch of our new website which will feature an enhanced business directory, a place for members to post hot deals and specials and even a job board. The aim for the website is to be the one-stop shop for all your business needs, making it the first place people should go when they are looking for a product or service in the Tri-Cities. We are happy to hear your feedback about the Chamber and Spark. If you have something you want to tell us, email us at feedback@tricitieschamber.com. If you are a member and would like to contribute to Spark, email Lindsay in Communications at lindsay@tricitieschamber.com. If you are not yet a member and would like to know more about why you should join, contact Gillian in Membership Services at gilliank@tricitieschamber.com.
Leave a comment at: www.tricitieschamber.com The next Chamber Luncheon presents
The Honourable James Moore, Senior Minister for British Columbia and Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, Government of Canada Join the Honourable James Moore as he speaks on the priorities of the government moving forward and solicits views on how to continue to bolster confidence and growth in Canada’s economy. Date: Time: Location: Cost:
February 24, 2012 11:30 a.m. Westwood Plateau Golf and Country Club $39 for members, $50 for non-members
Register at www.tricitieschamber.com or call 604-464-2716