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Dear Readers,
As we near the end of November we are beginning to reflect on 2016 and to use our observations towards planning an even more successful 2017.
We are happy to introduce our newest employee, Brittney Sissons, to assist with Events, Marketing and Communications. Please give her a warm welcome when you bump into her at an event.
Speaking of events - we are excited to tell you about two special events on the calendar for January:
- Our Ski-Day & Apres Ski, graciously hosted by Silver Star Resort
- Women of Wine Luncheon. Men and women should attend for a Kelowna Yacht Club dining experience, moderated discussion and tastings.
Before we wrap up events for 2016, we invite everyone to attend our final event of the year,
Commerce ConneX, which will be generously hosted by
THE KEG Kelowna on December 8th, from 5-7 pm.
Best Regards,
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BC Economic Outlook
Chamber Survey Results and more
Thank you to all of those who participated in the
Collective Perspective s
urvey sent out by BC Chamber President. The
results
discovered a strong confidence among the business community in both the current health of their businesses and their future outlook on the economy.
Because your plans for the year ahead hinge on knowing what's up with the economy we've partnered with The Conference Board of Canada to bring you Pedro Antunes, their Executive Director, Economic Outlook and Analysis, and Deputy Chief Economist, for Kelowna's Business & Food Sector Outlook Conference.
Attending this 1/2 day conference will give you an in-depth look at the economic conditions of Canada, B.C. and Kelowna, how they interact with the global economy, and where business is headed in 2017.
For the full agenda and speaker list; please visit the event agenda page. Register today for only $249 using priority code: MP - KCC
For more information, or for group pricing please contact Natasha Chipilova at the Conference Board at
613-526-3090 ext. 478.
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Members' in the News
Recognizing our Members' good news
- CREW Marketing has acquired GOODSIR Creative
- Members Brett Innis, Angela Nagy, Chris Pollock, Sonya Barker, and Jen Zeilinski joined 17 others raising $65,000 with United Way's Boxing for Community
- Coast Capital has invested $735,000 in JA to bring financial literacy training to 30,000 British Columbian middle-schoolers
- Valley First donated $50,000 to help teach financial literacy in elementary schools.
Congrats to all!
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Improving Staff Morale through Authentic Appreciation
Explore the four core conditions
While the purpose of employee recognition activities are delivered with good intent, they actually often lead to negative results.
For example, some rewards
focus on recognition in front of
large groups; Yet 30-40 % of individuals indicate they do not want to go up in front of a group to receive an award.
One staff member emphatically stated, "They can give me the award, but I won't go up and get it unless they carry me up there!".
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One Gift Leads to Another at Cora Breakfast & Lunch!
Contest Alert
Now's your chance to win a free breakfast for you and a guest at Cora Breakfast & Lunch at Orchard Park Shopping Centre.
Starting November 28th while quantities last, when you buy a $25 Gift Card you will receive a $10 Promo Card for Free. The Kelowna Chamber of Commerce is giving you a chance to win this special offer of a $25 Gift Card plus a $10 Promo Card. To enter, simply click here, and fill in your name and email address. Contest closes December 5; Winner will be drawn on December 6 from all eligible entries.
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 Commerce ConneX
@ THE KEG
Our monthly networking reception has a new name! Join us in 2 weeks time for a festive evening hosted by
THE KEG Kelowna.
Thursday December 8th
5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
1825 Underhill Street
TICKETS AT THE DOOR
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Luncheon:
Women of Wine Panel
Join us for this unique luncheon where three women leaders in the wine industry - Ann Sperling, Elaine Triggs and Sandra Oldfield - will engage in discussion moderated by John Schreiner about their varied roles and outlook of their businesses. Tastings from their respective wineries will be available immediately following the event.
Tuesday
January 24th
11:45 to 1:30 p.m.
Kelowna Yacht Club
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IT'S BACK!
Chamber Day on the Hill!
A favourite event of our business-savvy ski & board bunnies.
Join the fun for a very affordable experience on the ski hill!
Wednesday January 25th
11:45 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Silver Star Ski Resort
SAVE THE DATE
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Luncheon:
Mayor Basran on the
State of the City
Kelowna has seen significant growth, change and innovation, both in business and in the way we communicate with each other, under the leadership of Mayor Basran. Attend this annual event to hear his address.
Wednesday February 8th
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Coast Capri
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