Top 7 tech trends for Real Estate Agents
As in most industries these days, real estate agents are turning to technology to enhance their brand, show their products off to a wider audience and connect with a new generation of potential customers. 
Check out our blog for our list of the top tech trends making waves in real estate. 
 Chamber News
2018 Annual Report
Our Annual Report is a chance to reflect on the past year, talk about some of our major accomplishments and the people who made them possible. This report includes:
  • Info and analysis on key moments in 2018
  • Pics from Chamber programs and events
  • A snapshot of our 2018 finances
Please read our  2018 Annual Report.

Questions, comments and feedback to:  matt@kelownachamber.org.   
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Member Spotlight
40 years with the Kelowna Chamber for Omega Communications
Warren Saari, President and GM of Omega Communications
We recently stopped by Omega Communications to thank them for 40 years of membership and to get an update.  

Warren Saari, President and GM of Omega Communications, gave us a tour and showed us SmartTalk, a two-way radio that operates over a secure, private channel and is actually legal to use while driving (cellphones are not of course).  He also mentioned plans to work with a ski resort to outfit groomers with GPS sensors so that skiers/snowboarders are alerted where to find the freshly groomed runs.

Thank you Warren and Omega for the hospitality. Here's to another 40 years!

Founded in 1976,  Omega Communications  started as a two-way radio shop with a focus on supporting the forestry industry. Since then, they've branched out into unique sectors and do a majority of their work for public safety agencies. Learn more about Omega Communications.
Members News
KF Aerospace CEO Inducted into Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame
A big congratulations to Kelowna-based KF Aerospace founder and CEO Barry Lapointe for his induction into Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame.

Joining other accomplished leaders and innovators, Lapointe attended the 46th Annual Induction Ceremony on May 16th at Montreal's Laurent Beaudoin Completion Centre. Read the full story.
Optimiiize opens its doors
Congratulations on the ribbon cutting to Scott Stanger and the staff at Optimiiize Fitness & Health Inc.

 On behalf of the Kelowna Chamber, good luck and best wishes on your new journey.
Welcome to new members
Warm welcome to James Gagnon (above) of the Easter Seals of BC & Yukon and the following new members who joined us recently:
We're thrilled to have your support and to serve as your Chamber. 
Upcoming Chamber Events
Recently moved for your partner's job? 

The Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission's Connector Program is a simple, effective referral/networking process that puts newcomers, returnees to the district, and post-secondary grads (or soon-to-graduate students) in touch with highly networked community individuals. 

This program is especially helpful for those who follow their spouses and partners to Kelowna and who are looking for connections to help them establish a foothold in their own field/career. Check out the Connector Program website to learn more or contact Myrna Stark at connector@investkelowna.com. 
Watch for the next issue of ConneXions on June 6, 2019.
Chamber Sponsorship Opportunities
With close to 1200 members, 50+ events annually, and access to one of BC's fastest growing business communities, working with the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce makes sense. Through sponsorship, members gain access to senior level audiences and benefit from enhanced visibility that results in new business, higher profile and overall increased brand recognition. Contact  brett@kelownachamber.org for more info.
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