Board of Directors Call For Nominations
Join an outstanding team and have an opportunity to make a
positive impact on our local business community


Vaughan Chamber of Commerce members have the opportunity to consider either nominating themselves or someone they know to serve on our Board of Directors.

Candidates will ideally have previous experience serving on a Board of Directors and/or a Chamber Committee. The Vaughan Chamber Board is currently recruiting for entrepreneurial-minded leaders, particularly from large corporate enterprises. In an effort to continuously enhance the board and chamber, we are looking to recruit candidates with expertise and experience in one or more of the following areas: Import/Export, Manufacturing, Transportation/Logistics, Developers/Construction, Commercial Banking.

Board members should have a solid understanding of finance, legal agreements and contracts, HR, and strategy. 

Terms are 2 years beginning May 2017 with the option for renewal.
 
Applications should include a CV together with a letter of interest outlining the reasons for wanting to serve on the Board and ways in which candidates feel they can support the Vaughan Chamber, its members and the broader business community.

Board candidates should:
  • Be a strong champion for the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce (VCC) and act as an ambassador for the Vaughan business community 
  • Be a strong collaborator 
  • Hold senior status within their company
  • Be willing to work in a confidential environment governed with a non-disclosure agreement
  • Be prepared to engage and focus on the VCC’s needs, and to not actively solicit for one's own services  
  • Be an up-to-date paid VCC member
  • Be prepared to attend regularly scheduled Board meetings and other meetings as required
  • Actively participate on at least one Chamber Committee
  • Support and attend events and other activities offered by VCC
Apply Now:

Applications and/or inquiries should be directed to  info@vaughanchamber.ca 

Submissions will be reviewed and finalists interviewed by the Nominations Committee.

Applications must be received by end of business day on Friday, March 31. 

Organizational Overview:

The Vaughan Chamber of Commerce is the premier membership and networking association in Vaughan.  With a growing membership, and extremely active participation amongst the wider community, the VCC is proud to be a driving force towards Bringing Together the Vaughan Business Community.  
 
The VCC proudly represents members from all sectors of the economy including large corporations, small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs), levels of government and not-for-profit associations. Our core member offerings include facilitated networking, large-scale Signature Events (Business Achievement Awards, Women’s Symposium, Mayor’s Luncheon, Let’s Talk Exports, Annual Golf Tournament), high-level learning opportunities (CEO Speaker Series, professional peer groups), and preferred pricing on member products (office supplies; home, auto and group health insurance; point-of-sale technology, etc).   

VCC members additionally benefit from business leads, enhanced brand recognition, and learning seminars. The VCC is also a strong voice on public policy issues of importance to the local business community, such as infrastructure, transportation, rental housing and opportunities for business growth.