Actively Engaged for  Kimberley Business Since 1923                                      February  2011   Leadership-Advocacy-Benefits
The Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce performs a leadership role in the promotion, development, growth and prosperity of businesses in our community.  As well, we offer value based benefits and services, and contribute positively to our community in many ways.
Contact us to find out how you can become involved.  Call us at (250) 427-3666 today!
  

Wanted:  A Star Captain for our Stellar Crew

Crimson permanent assurance

 

The Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce performs a leadership role in the promotion, development, growth and prosperity of business in our community. 

We represent our member businesses and provide benefits, advocacy and educational and networking events.

We have a dynamic, skilled board who are actively involved in their businesses and the community.  However, we do not have that individual who is currently able to take on the additional responsibilities of

Chamber President.

Are you the business leader we are looking for?  Do you know someone who could be?

 

Our ideal candidate possesses many if not all of these attributes:

-You have a passion for local business and your community

-You are a solid communicator

-You are a confident leader

-You possess a capacity for change

-You are innovative and creative

-You have experience in business or municipal politics

-You have experience working on or with a volunteer board of directors

-You have a desire to serve the needs of the business community

-You have willingness to represent the Chamber on various boards and stakeholder groups

-You are willing to dedicate 5-6 hours per week to Chamber work including monthly early morning
 board meetings, after work networking events and weekend events

-You are able to delegate to your strong team and are a team-builder

 

Your Reward:

-Satisfaction in making a tangible positive impact on our business community

-Recognition as a business leader

-Privilege to represent the Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce at the Annual BC Chamber
 AGM and other prestigious events in the region.

Do you fit the bill??  

Please email Schaun Goodeve today! 


Third Annual Business Excellence Awards

April 9, 2011 at the Kimberley Conference & Athlete Training Centre

2010 Tourism Ex

The Tourism Excellence Award presented to Kimberley Promotions by Carol from Tourism Kimberley


The Nomination Ballot is now available online!

Join us as we salute the best in Kimberley business.  take a few moments to nominate our many deserving businesses and organizations in twelve categories.

 

2011 Online Ballot 

 

 We still have limited sponsorship opportunities available!  Call us today
 at 250-427-3666 to find out how your business can benefit from this
 prestigious gala event.
 Tickets for the event are available at the Chamber office.  Reserve
 yours today 


Spirit of KimberleySpirit of Kimberley
Community Organization Showcase
was a Great Success!


The Spirit of Kimberley event held on Thursday February 10 was a success! With 35 community organizations represented and over 200 participants, Kimberley really showed that it has Heart!
Volunteerism has been a cornerstone of the community and so many of the events and services that we enjoy would not be possible without these hard working individuals and groups.
In addition to the displays, organizations were able to take part in three educational sessions designed to improve their capacity to deliver their programs.  Carrie Schafer from Columbia Basin Trust presented a session on Grant Writing, Helen Lutz from Kootenay Volunteer Co-op provided valuable tips on Attracting and Maintaining Volunteers and Lynda Lafleur from Columbia Basin Trust spoke on Board Governance.

The highlight of the evening was a presentation by Bruce Kirkby.  He presented a  salute to Kimberley volunteers both past and present:Stories From the Heart.

Plans are underway to make this a yearly event.

 

The event was Sponsored by: Columbia Basin Trust, City of Kimberley and Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce 

Burrito Grill February 2011 Mingle
             
  Thursday February 17, 2011
  5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
  Hosted by Burrito Grill
  160 Howard Street

 
Beverages & Business Cards
Join us the third Thursday (some exceptions) of each month for an informal and informative evening where you can meet and mingle with local business people and community leaders. New members are introduced and invited to "blow your own horn". Beverages and appetizers are provided by local business sponsors and different businesses will host the event at their location each month. Call us at 250-427-3666 to find out how you can participate as a sponsor or showcase your business location.
Beverages and Business Cards runs from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm so plan to stop in after work and take advantage of this great networking and educational opportunity.                                                                
All business people and guests are welcome!                         
 
Education to Go!cotr logo
Last fall, College of the Rockies President Dr. Nick Rubidge and members of his staff presented Kimberley business leaders with an update on activities at our local college.  He highlighted the fact that the College has contributed over 13 million dollars to our regional economy and that they want to ensure that they are answering the needs of our business community.  In addition to the many academic and trades programs available, there is a valuable resource tailor-made for busy entrepreneurs.  Ed2Go is a collection of a wide variety of short-term online courses that will provide business people with the skills they need to succeed. Take advantage of our slower "shoulder season" and take a course.  All of these affordable (mostly around $129), convenient and fun courses include an expert instructor and lessons supplemented by interactive quizzes, assignments, tutorials and online discussions.  Best yet, you can "test drive" the course with no obligation!  Topics include: Business Communication and Leadership, Business Fundamentals, Business Software, General Business and Management and Project Management.  There are 40 courses under business and management alone and dozens of other courses in sales and marketing and more! Click on the link below to get started!
Education to Go Portal
shop local  buy local biz  buy local

The New Chamber Member Business Directory 
Now Available!
Another great reason to join your Chamber today!

The 2011 Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce Member Business Directory is ready.  While Kimberley businesses and the Chamber are very much tuned into the "Internet Age", we recognize that there are many people who prefer to use more traditional print media for information.  The new Chamber Member Business Directory is printed in a handy, portable format that will provide exposure for our members and ready access by everyone. The directory is being distributed to local businesses, the City, the Library and other resource centers.
Member businesses are grouped according to sector such as Retail, Trades, Spas & Wellness, Professional Services, etc., and each business is assigned a code letter that will indicate its location - eg. B for Blarchmont, P for Platzl. In addition to member business listings, the directory includes a section for events and festivals. The result is a directory that will be valuable to local consumers, business people and visitors alike.  Contact the Chamber today for your copy of the directory.  

To be listed in the next printing of the directory you must be a Chamber Member - it is one of the many benefits of Chamber membership.  You can apply for membership today by calling (250) 427-3666, by visiting our website at www.kimberleychamber.com or dropping into our office at 270 Kimberley Avenue.

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In This Issue
Captain Wanted
Business Excellence Awards
Spirit of Kimberley
February Mingle
Education to Go!
Member Business Directory
Chamber Benefits
Constant Contact
College of the Rockies
CFEK Skills Training
KRIC
Women's Enterprise Centre
Welcome New Members!
CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Chamber Benefit
of the Month


Chamber Group Insurance

The Chamber Group Insurance Plan is the Number One Chamber membership benefit for a very good reason: It Pays!
Our plans provide excellent benefits for small businesses from 1 to 50.  Options include medical, dental, disability, critical illness, overhead expense plans and Pay Direct Prescription Drug cards.
Tailor-made plans to
suit your needs. 
Call your local Chamber Plan Representative: Wayne Haddad at 250-426-4221 wayne.haddad@sunlife.com
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NEW Member Benefit
constant contact
Constant Contact is a great tool to communicate with your customers!  As a Chamber Member you are eligible for great discounts on your new or any current Constant Contact accounts. Members can SAVE 20% WHEN YOU PREPAY FOR 6 MONTHS OR 25% IF YOU PREPAY FOR 12 MONTHS!
For a free Trial Account just click on the link below:
Constant Contact
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College of the Rockies

 Click Here for Current Course Selection

 Continuing Education
Your community source for skills upgrading, career enhancement, and pre-employment or special interest training. Our Winter 2011 courses are now on the web...check our course list to see if we have a course/ program that is right for you.
There are many new and exciting courses you can take this winter. The possibilities are endless. The Journey Starts Here!
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SKILLS TRAINING
Are you looking to add to or improve your small business skills in a quick and convenient manner?  Then CFEK's business courses may be the answer you're looking for.  Whether you've been in business for years or are about to start a new one, CFEK's affordable courses are packed with practical information aimed at entrepreneurs just like you.  Topics range from advertising and marketing to website design, e-commerce, and business law.  There's bound to be a course that will help you improve your bottom line!

 Click here for CFEK Training & Events
Kootenay Rockies Innovation Council

KRIC Website

Women's Enterprise Centre
Women's Ent. Centre

Centre Website

Great New courses for women entrepreneurs!
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Welcome New Members!
The Chamber is pleased to welcome the following new members in 2011:
SNAP East Kootenay, Mac Campbell Associates, Gasthaus am Platzl, Inverstors Group,
H & R Block.


United Way
united way

United Way Winter Newsletter 

Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce
270 Kimberley Avenue
(250) 427-3666
www.kimberleychamber.com