Airdrie Chamber 50th Anniversary

Gala Highlights

Hello Marilyne,

The Airdrie Chamber of Commerce celebrated 50 Years of Foundation, Built for the Future with a formal gala held at Cam Clark Ford on Saturday, December 9th. This event served as a tribute to the achievements of the Airdrie business community over the past five decades, highlighting milestones, growth, and the collective dedication of its members.

The formal presentation was co-hosted by Marilyne Aalhus, current Executive Director, and many past presidents including Wade Cormier, Nikki Nordick, Glenn Smaha, current president Ami Ballman, local dignitaries and sponsors.

Presenting Sponsor

Dr. Mo Korayem, Quest Braces

Dr. Mo's playful speech incorporated 14 of Paul Brandt's songs! In case you didn't know, he is a big fan!

A Toast to the Past

was given by Kelly Ross, Ascend LLP

Back: Ami Ballman, Lorna Hunt, Nikki Nordick, Robert Doerksen, Glenn Smaha, Darcy Forbes,Chris McNicol, Reg Hihn, Wade Cormier, Kevin Hamilton (son of the late Hugh Hamilton)

Front: Carol Pearce, Ben Thorlaksen, Keith Kimball, Sylvia Eggerer (wife of the late Ed Eggerer)

Past Presidents

1973 Hugh Hamilton

1974 Ben Thorlakson

1975 Dick Clayton

1976 Clement Redvers

1977–1978 Dr. Mel Vance

1979 Brad O’neil

1980 Dick Buchanan

1981 Reg Hihn

1982 Keith Kimball

1983 Ed Eggerer

1984 Robert Doerksen

1985 Alan Tennant

1986 Dick Buchanan

1987 Larry Callaghan

1988 Pat Dexter

1989 Joy Hunt

1990 Ray Rawlins

1991 Stan Barry

1992 Moray Mytroen

1993 Dan Speth

1994 Vicky McClain

1995–1996 Tom Kelley

1997–1998 Carol Pearse

1999–2000 Roy Danielson

2001–2002 Brian Dennis

2003–2004 Dick Buchanan

2004–2005 Bruce Kerr

2006–2007 Tim Bolton

2008–2009 Mike Brandrick

2010–2011 Mike DeBokx

2012–2013 Mike Watkins

2014–2015 Wade Cormier

2016–2017 Linda Bruce

2018–2019 Glenn Smaha

2019–2020 Darcy Forbes

2020–2021 Nicki Nordick

2022–2023 Chris McNicol

Past Executive Director

1999-2018 Lorna Hunt

50 Years of Foundation, Built for the Future

Video production by Britton Ledingham and team, iEvolve Media

A Toast to the Future

was given by Vinicio Coco, Bow Valley Credit Union

Exciting Announcement!

The Airdrie Chamber made a very exciting announcement! Something we have been working on this entire year. As you may know, our chamber currently has over 640 members and you may not realize that 175 of those members are outside of Airdrie city limits. We have been serving our region since 1973.

We have decided to make it official with changing our name to the Airdrie Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Changing the chamber's name to the Airdrie Regional Chamber of Commerce accurately reflects the broader reach and impact of our organization. It communicates inclusivity and acknowledges our diverse membership from the region. We look towards the future and plan even more growth for our chamber through programs and services that will serve all our members.

Stay tuned for the official launch in the new year!

Keynote

was given by Country Music Hall of Famer Paul Brandt

We had the pleasure of having Paul Brandt in our presence as our keynote speaker. He played some of his most popular songs and shared about his past success. Paul also shared his deep commitment to his campaign #NotInMyCity to increase awareness and help the fight against human trafficking.

Thank you for being a member of the Airdrie Chamber of Commerce and if you were able to attend our 50th Anniversary Gala Celebration your presence added to the joy and significance of the occasion.

We wish you continued success and look forward to seeing you at future Airdrie Chamber of Commerce events.

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Thank You to our Sponsors

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