October Mid-Month E-Newsletter Sponsored By |
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BDC Small Business Week - October 16-22, 2022 |
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BDC Small Business Week is an annual celebration of entrepreneurship that BDC has organized for 43 years. Every year, close to 10,000 entrepreneurs gather to learn, network and celebrate Canada's dreamers and doers.
During BDC Small Business Week – Oct. 16-22, let’s join together to discuss what it takes to build a high performing, sustainable and inclusive business.
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For comment, please contact:
Jason Leslie
Chief Operating Officer
Alberta Chambers of Commerce
(P) 780-425-4180 Ext.5
jleslie@abchamber.ca
The Alberta Chambers of Commerce is a federation of 116 community-based chambers of commerce representing more than 22,500 job creators.
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ACC Congratulates Danielle Smith as Alberta’s Premier-Designate |
Edmonton, AB – Alberta Chambers of Commerce (ACC) President and CEO Shauna Feth released the following statement on the selection of Danielle Smith as leader of the United Conservative Party of Alberta:
“On behalf of the 116 local chambers of commerce in the province and the thousands of businesses they serve, the chamber network extends our warm congratulations to Danielle Smith as Alberta’s Premier-Designate and the new leader of the United Conservative Party of Alberta.
The ACC looks forward to working with you as a partner in advancing the priorities of entrepreneurs and shared prosperity for all Albertans. In collaborating, we can continue strengthening our economy and attracting business to the province, promoting Alberta as a strong partner in national prosperity with a stable, competitive free market environment and accountable governance.
Our best wishes for success as you begin your tenure as Premier.”
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Airdrie Chamber represented at National Conferences in Ottawa |
Our executive director, Marilyne Aalhus represented our Airdrie Chamber of Commerce in Ottawa last week at the Chambers of Commerce Executives of Canada conference and Canadian Chambers of Commerce AGM and Policy Session.
These important conferences connected our community chamber with hundreds of colleagues from across our country.
The Airdrie Chamber co-sponsored a federal policy among three provincial policies earlier this year at the Alberta Chambers AGM in Lethbridge last May.
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Last chance to get your tickets! |
Join us in recognizing, celebrating and supporting local business in Airdrie.
Date/Time:
Thursday, October 20th, 2022
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location:
Bert Church Live Theatre
1000 East Lake Blvd NE, Airdrie
Tickets: $63 (includes GST & all fees)
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Invite your fellow business owners to Meet Your Chamber
If you know anyone who is not currently a member of your local Airdrie Chamber and engaging with Airdrie largest business network, taking advantage of value added benefits and savings, learning, advocating for or growing their business, we encourage you to invite them to join us for a free coffee, a short presentation to learn more about the Airdrie Chamber and how we can help with all of the above!
Date/Time:
Wednesday, October 26th, 2022
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location:
Woodside Golf Course
525 Woodside Dr NW, Airdrie
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LUNCH n' LEARN: People & Culture
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Are staffing shortages and staff turnover affecting your business? This workshop will support employee retention, and give you the tools to be the employer of choice. In this workshop, learn how investing your time today creating a strong foundation, will create a healthy and sustainable work culture for years to come!
Date/Time:
Tuesday, November 1st, 2022
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:
Airdrie Chamber of Commerce
#102, 150 Edwards Way NW, Airdrie
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Feed Your Mind: Leadership Luncheon |
Enjoy a delicious lunch while hearing from local business experts and ask questions about overall business and their field of expertise in relation to your business.
This luncheon is proudly sponsored by the Airdrie Public Library who will also be joining us to reveal the plans for the new facility!
Date/Time:
Tuesday, November 9th, 2022
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:
Woodside Golf Course
525 Woodside Dr NW, Airdrie
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Exclusive Member Marketing Opportunities |
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Looking to get the word out?
Chamber-based advertising and marketing is available to our members through our website, our exclusive members Facebook community, our bi-monthly e-newsletter, arena and highway signage. In addition, we graciously accept prize donations on a regular basis for our events.
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Promote, Network, Collaborate & More! |
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Tag @airdriechamber in your social posts and we will share! |
Tag the Airdrie Chamber in your social posts and we will share to our channels during business hours. Be sure to post news, events, offers, job opportunities, etc. in the Airdrie Chamber Exclusive Members Community Facebook group!
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Have You Logged in to Your MIC Lately? |
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BONUS* Check out our handy guides to getting the most out of your chamber membership! In addition to your MIC, we also have many other marketing and sponsorship opportunities to engage and help grow your business.
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Manage a variety of member activities such as updating representative and company information, logo, pictures, videos, job openings, scheduling events, and more. Information posted in the MIC updates immediately on the Airdrie Chamber website, including your business listing in the Member Directory. Chamber listings are authoritative links that rank well in search engines.
Your login information was provided in your New Member welcome email, but if you need assistance please contact Lynda at 403-948-4412 or by email at admin@airdriechamber.ab.ca.
Note: You need you login credentials in order to access member pricing when registering for events.
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At Sagewood they're all about helping businesses achieve their goals through the use and management of technology. They offer not just tech support and monitoring but move beyond that to true partnership, helping align your goals and your technology, developing short-medium, and long-term plans to ensure that your business stays relevant, up-to-date, and most importantly helping to achieve your goals instead of being a hindrance to your day-to-day operations.
Partnership with Sagewood starts with learning about your business, your goals, and your particular needs. This is the basis for everything else they do. With a deep knowledge of your business and goals, you can work together through 1st class support and regular touchpoints, to align the technology you use to your goals.
They are passionate about helping businesses grow!
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Member News, Events & Opportunities |
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airdrielife Amazing Airdrie Women Awards
Nominations now open!
Since 2011 airdrielife has featured nearly 400 Airdrie women who have inspired others to nominate them for the Amazing Airdrie Women Awards. Last year, the Airdrie Chamber of Commerce were the lucky recipients of the Pink Wand Amazing Workplace Award. This is your chance to celebrate the women in your life by nominating them today!
Nominations are accepted until midnight December 1, 2022.
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The Great Business Makeover
Thryv and GetintheLoop are excited to support local and give back to our community during small business week.
You could win $5,000 towards anything that makes your business better, from a new entrance that wows guests to new tools and supplies that keep things running smoothly.
On top of that, you’ll win a 1-year subscription to Thryv and a 1-year subscription to GetintheLoop, a total value of over $10,000!
It’s easy to enter! Simply click the button below and fill out the form.
The grand prize winner will be contacted on October 28, 2022.
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Small Business Growth Conference - Live2Lead Airdrie
November 4th, 2022
This full-day simulcast and workshop will help you invest in your leadership and personal growth. We want to inspire you to rise up and start leading with a renewed passion and commitment.
Your day will include a hands-on, practical workshop to provide ample opportunities to grow and connect with others.
Use the code AirdrieChamber at checkout
and receive a 20% discount!
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Thank you to everyone who came out for our free Business Appreciation and Networking lunch at Airdrie's Homecoming Festival at Genesis Place on October 1st. The weather was gorgeous and the food provided by Daytona Beach Seafood Tacos was delicious!
We look forward to seeing more of you at future events!
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Digitize Your Business - Chamber Market Support |
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The Alberta Chambers of Commerce is excited to be partnering with Harvard Media to offer you services that can help digitize your business and help you thrive on the Chamber Market platform.
Chamber Members will benefit from discounts on our services offered here including graphic design, copywriting, social media, and e-commerce support.
Qualifying Vendors receive support to access the Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) grant which can provide up to $2,400 towards “digital” business improvements and tools.
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Airdrie Economic Development News |
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Be the business mentor you needed |
Airdrie Entrepreneur Common is now recruiting mentors for AdvanceSMART, a new mentorship program for Airdrie entrepreneurs who are experiencing high growth. AdvanceSMART’s mentoring model is licensed from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Boston and is the fourth program operating in Alberta. |
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SMARTstart applications are now open! |
SMARTstart is for Airdrie businesses in their first three years or people who have an idea but haven’t started yet. This made-in-Airdrie entrepreneurial training program offers tools, mentorship and business planning to help set your business up for success. Attend an information session to learn more. |
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2022 Airdrie growth report released |
Airdrie Economic Development is pleased to announce the release of the 2022 report on land and real estate related growth metrics in Airdrie. The report was created to help investors, developers, builders and businesses easily navigate our residential and non-residential real estate landscape. |
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October Mid-Month E-Newsletter Sponsored By |
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Airdrie Chamber of Commerce
102, 150 Edwards Way NW
Airdrie, AB T4B 4B9
403. 948.4412
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