September 24, 2014         
In This Issue
 
 
 
 
This Week's Member 
Promotions

 

 

 


 

 

 

Discover the advantages of partnering with Redeemer University College at our 14th Annual Business Partnership Open House on 
Tuesday, October 7, 2014 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm.
 

This free event, with lots of opportunities to network, is sponsored in part by Hamilton Economic Development.

 

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Enhanced Listings on the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Website.

 

Create an enhanced listing for your company on the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce website (New site to be launched in September) for only $500.00 per year. Book before August 31st and you get 25% off the first  year. Contact Diane (905-522-1151 ext. 220) today for more information.

 

Below are stats for one month for the Hamilton Chamber Website

 

Visits 3743 (62% new visitors, 38% returning visitors)

 

Unique Visitors 2706 (1600 originating from Hamilton)

 

12,000 page views - average of 3.2 pages per visit

  

Pipeline Newsletter stats

 

The Pipeline newsletter is sent weekly to approx. 2400 members and associates. We have an average open rate of 49%. Open rates can vary depending  content and advertisements
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What's Happening

 

  

 

EVENT LISTINGS

  

Wednesday September 24th - McMaster Homecoming - Community Impact Awards Luncheon  

 

Saturday September 27th - Freelancer Meetup   


Saturday September 27th - National Learn to Code Day 

 

Monday September 29th - Software Hamilton DemoCamp  

 

Wednesday October 1st - Global Hamilton Connect Launch Event  

 

Thursday October 2nd - YLG Get Acquainted Breakfast   


Thursday October 2nd - LiON'S LAIR Gala Tickets Available NOW
 
Saturday October 18th - HIVEX Conference

   

 

 

  

Thursday October 23rd - Innovation Factory Lunch n' Learn ABCs of Equity Crowdfunding

 

November 3rd - 7th - McMaster Student Success Centre Job Shadow Week 


Chamber Money Saving Programs for Members



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 Chamber Events 

Business After Business         

Thursday, September 25      

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Location: Sheraton Hamilton 

116 King Street West
Free for members and guests


Lion's Lair 
Thursday, October 2
5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Carmen's

1520 Stone Church Road

Details below 

  

City Manager's Breakfast

Thursday, October 30 

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Location: Waterfront Banquet Centre

555 Bay Street North

Price per person $40+hst.  

Tables of 8 available. 

  

To register for any Chamber event please contact Whitney at 905-522-1151 ext. 100 or w.simmons@hamiltonchamber.ca.

Hamilton Business Leaders Mayoral 

Election Coverage

 

 

For more information on the Hamilton Business Leaders' election priorities, including videos of the candidates, please visit:

HamiltonBusinessLeaders.ca

 

HES 2014 Sound Bite


 

Next in our series of short audio recordings from the Chamber's 2014 Hamilton Economic Summit is Dr. Hubert R. Krygsman speaking on the role of Redeemer University College in advancing a holistic vision of hope and shared prosperity across our community. Dr. Krygsman is Redeemer's president and a keen supporter of community engagement, particularly through service learning, volunteerism and civic leadership. He underscores the importance of developing young people who will help shape Hamilton's economic future by "practicing renewal in the public square for the common good."  Our thanks to the Chamber's Renew Hamilton project for providing this recording. Photo by Reg Beaudry. 

 

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Barton-Tiffany Study Adopted by Council



 

An ambitious and comprehensive planning document that will define the future of the historic Barton-Tiffany neighbourhood in lower city Hamilton has been adopted by municipal council. This plan establishes urban design guidelines and expectations needed to attract private sector investment and kick start quality renewal. The Barton-Tiffany area is particularly important given its proximity to the West Harbour, GO Transit hub and downtown - three pieces of a puzzle that is coming together to transform Hamilton. Congratulations to City councillors and staff (including Julia van der Laan de Vries, pictured) for working effectively with all stakeholders to deliver a bold framework for change that has been widely endorsed across multiple sectors. Our thanks to the Chamber's Renew Hamilton Project for documenting and promoting this important initiative. 

 

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OCC Survey: How Confident are you in Ontario's Economy?

Please complete this survey to help the Ontario Chamber of Comm
erce inform their Ontario Confidence Index, one of the most significant measures of business opinion in Canada.

By completing the survey, you could win 2 roundtrips from Porter Airlines!

Time is running out to include your ad in the 2015 Hamilton Chamber Membership Directory: Call now to see what spots are still available.

  

Maximize your company's coverage in this once-a-year marketing opportunity. The annual hard copy version of the directory will be available on the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce website in a digital version as well. This valuable marketing platform will enhance your membership investment by reaching a new virtual and vast audience.  Members' company name and website address will be boldly displayed and will hyperlink to business websites in the digital version.

 

What better way to get your message to over 2500 fellow members, business leaders and beyond, than to include your ad. Prime locations are available with rates to suit any budget.  Keep your business visible, enhance your brand name and attract new customers.  

 

Call Diane Stephenson at 905-522-1151 ext. 220 or email d.stephenson@hamiltonchamber.ca to book your ad today.

 

 

Member to Member Discount




Connections networking referral partners develop on-going relationships among members; create awareness of each member's product and service; utilize the products and services of members; generate and exchange leads for members.

We are currently looking for new members in the following categories:
  • Lawyer
  • Dental Services
  • Photographer
Next Connections meeting will be on Thursday, September 25 at 7:15am at the Uptown Business Club, 236 Pritchard Road.

Please contact Whitney at 905-522-1151, Ext. 100 or w.simmons@hamiltonchamber.ca for details or to attend a meeting.

Reach Your Target Market with Chamber Mailings


 

Hamilton Chamber of Commerce mailings are a great way to get your promotional material into the hands of over 2000 Chamber Members and Business Leaders.   

 

We invite you to include your flyer in our last mail-out for 
2014 in December with the 2015 Membership Directory. Don't
miss out on this popular mailing! Member price 
is $599.00 plus hst per mailing or $399.00 plus hst for not-for-profits. Space is limited, so book today.

Call Diane today at 905-522-1151 ext. 220 or email d.stephenson@hamiltonchamber.ca
Upcoming Division and Committee meetings

Glanbrook Division
Thursday, September 25, 8:00am
Location: Countryside Grill (2537 Regional Rd 56)

YEP Division
Thursday, September 25, 8:30am 
Location: Chamber boardroom (120 King Street West, Plaza Level)
Featured YEP: Jordan McCarter, Pearson Dunn
News you can use: Malcolm Whyte, YMCA; Halden Sproule, Hamilton Tool Library

To attend a committee or division meeting, please contact Whitney at w.simmons@hamiltonchamber.ca or 905-522-1151, Ext. 100. 
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Community Calendar
 
Be sure to check our Community Calendar.

Contact Whitney Simmons at 905-522-1151 ext. 100 or 
w.simmons@hamiltonchamber.ca
to have your information included. 

All Chamber members are welcome to include their events in the Community Calendar. 
 
     
 

             


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