Chamber Chatter September 1, 2015                             Issue 057

STAFF SPEAKING

Here is a note from the volunteer Administrative Assistant, Tara-Marie Kercher:


"I was brought in on a contract with WorkBC in order to gain current experience to complement my education and work history. 

As administrative support to the Chamber team, I was given opportunities to perform a variety of tasks including making and answering phone calls, writing and compiling judging packages, doing research, and helping with preparation for the cosmic golf tournament. 

I have loved my 7 weeks at the Chamber and wish that I could stay longer. Being with this welcoming and supportive team has been a confidence booster; now it is time to move on to the next opportunity. I am looking to find paid employment within the local business community where I can continue to grow my experience and hone my skills." 

 
~Tara-Marie
 

TOP 40 UNDER 40 - COVER PHOTO MODEL CALL!

The Chamber is looking for a group of individuals, 19-40 years of age, to take the trek up Prince George's iconic cutbanks for our Top 40 under 40 cover photo.

Jayson Hencheroff from Focal Point Studios will be capturing images of the group led by HYPG's (and 2014 Top 40 Finalist) Scott McWalter on Thursday, September 3rd at 6:00pm (weather permitting).

To express interest in joining the photo shoot please email Felicia at admin@pgchamber.bc.ca.
 DID YOU KNOW...   the Chamber board room is available for our members to rent? In a crunch for meeting space? Call the chamber for board room availability at 250.562.2454
DID YOU KNOW...  the Business Excellence Awards Nominee Luncheon is less than a month away. Have you registered? Remember, all nominees need to redeem their complimentary ticket by calling the office and registering!!

BUSINESS AFTER 5 IS BACK THIS FALL 

Looking for an opportunity to create member-to-member connections in a casual atmosphere? Finding your work week too busy to attend daytime events? Business After 5 may be just the thing for you!
 
Free, convenient and filled with networking potential, Business After 5 provides opportunity for Chamber members to participate immediately following normal business hours. We also welcome you to bring a non-member guest to these events to experience the opportunities made possible by the Chamber of Commerce. 
 
Check out the following Business After 5 events happening this September!
*Please note that this month we have a unique Business After 5 networking opportunity as one of our events is being held over lunch!  
 
SpeeDee - Your Office Experts; Learn about the future of office furniture: sit-stand desks!
September 17th, 2015 - 5:00 - 7:00pm
 
Columbia Fuels; Prince George Grand Opening and Lunchtime Networking BBQ!
September 23rd, 2015 - 11:00am - 3:00pm
 
No charge but please register, through our website or by calling the chamber office at (250) 562-2454.
 
We look forward to seeing you there! 



CHAMBER EVENTS 

Here are some of the great events we have scheduled to help you "connect, engage and enhance" your business. Click on each event title for details and registration. Print our "Upcoming Events" flier to post in the office!

 

September 3 - "Connecting Prince George to the World" - Speaker Series Luncheon

September 17 - 2015 Business Excellence Awards Nominee Luncheon

September 17 - Business After 5: SpeeDee Your Office Experts

September 18 - Canucks TownHall Breakfast

September 23 - 2015 Carbon Footprint Reduction Wrap Up Celebration

September 23 - Business After 5 (at lunch!): Columbia Fuels Prince George Grand Opening

October 24 - 2015 Business Excellence Awards Gala

 
DID YOU KNOW... You can advertise in the 2016 Top 40 Under 40 publication. Contact Shirly Prokopchuk at adsales@pgchamber.bc.ca

NEXT GEN DEN
Exclusive online version of Dragon's Den is looking 
to invest in the next generation of Canadian Entrepreneurs!



Auditions are now open for our next season of Next Gen Den! Are you a young entrepreneur with an early-stage or startup business? To be eligible, entrepreneurs must be 40 years old or younger, looking for investment of $100,000 and under. Click here for more information.

 

LOOKING FOR MENTORS IN TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATIONS!
 
Innovation Central Society (ICS) supports innovation and technology entrepreneurs in starting and growing successful companies. We need mentors to provide strategic direction to new startup and early stage companies to help accelerate their growth.
 
You will have knowledge of:
  • Sales/marketing; engineering and/or product management;
  • Navigating challenges of technology commercialization and new venture development;
  • Setting objectives and deadlines; and
  • A mixture of entrepreneurial and professional experience.
 
This is a voluntary opportunity. Being part of a successful startup company will be your reward!  Please contact Robert Quibell, Executive Director, at 250-562-9622 ext. 108 or  Robert@innovationcentral.ca  Learn more at www.innovationcentral.ca
 

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Welcome New Members:
  • Anu Laser & Skin Care
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  • Heart and Stroke Foundation Canada
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Events Around Town:
Holistic Business Workshop
Aboriginal Business Development Centre
555 George Street
Friday, September 4, 2015 - 9:30am - 12:00pm
More Info or to register call Rita at 250.565.5475


Riding the Bridge to Healthcare
Charity Bike Ride
Friday, September 4, 2015 (Day 6)
Vanderhoof to Prince George ride
More Info or make a donation


BCIC Market Validation Training
ICS 1566 7 Avenue
Wednesday, September 16, 2015


Project Management for Non Profits Workshop
CNC
Saturday, September 19, 2015 - 9:00am - 5:00pm


IMSS Annual Fall Job Fair
1270 2 Avenue
Thursday, September 24, 2015 - 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Email for more info


British Columbia's Medal of Good Citizenship
Nominations Open until September 25, 2015


10th World Religions Conference Prince George (10th Anniversary)
Canfor Theatre, UNBC
Sunday, September 27, 2015 - 3:00pm - 7:00pm


*Save the Date* Entrepeer National Networking Event
Tuesday, October 6, 2015


Radon Measurement & Mitigation Certification Course
Prince George Civic Centre
Monday, October 5 - Friday, October 9, 2015


HRMA Northern Symposium 2015 - Today's Workplace, Tomorrow's Best Practises
Ramada Hotel
Monday, October 5, 2015 - Tuesday, October 6, 2015


Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada presents: Cardio on the Cutbanks
McMillan Creek Fishing Park - Prince George, Pulp Mill Road
Sunday, October 18th; 10:00am - 3:00pm 
Email for more info


Minerals North 2016
Smithers, BC
May 18-20, 2016
 

Do you have an "Event Around Town" you'd like to share with the Chamber membership? 
Email event information to admin@pgchamber.bc.ca for inclusion in our newsletter publications.




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