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6 SPRING 2018 FOCUS ON THE ROAD AHEAD PROVINCIAL CHAMBER SETS SIGHTS ON THE FUTURE DURING 87TH AGM 87TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING C hambers from across the Manitoba Chamber network made their way to one of the province's most picturesque areas to renew old acquaintances, talk policy, and hear from business leaders who are leading a new wave of innovation. Hosted in the heart of Riding Mountain National Park by the Wasagaming Chamber of Commerce in Clear Lake Country, the 87th Annual General Meeting (AGM) & Conference kicked off with the swearing in of a new board to be led by long-time education advocate and business leader Paul Holden as the chair for 2018-2019. Holden has an extraordinary record of leadership and achievement which spans many sectors — from education and workforce training to business and government. Paul is well known for his innovative, yet practical and outcome- oriented hybrid approach to education. He is a leader who has delivered strategies which have transformed organizations and led to significantly improved results. This year's AGM had a keen eye for the future and was highlighted by a series of speakers who are reshaping the way business is done and presented to the public at large. During a rousing hour-long speech, Jeff Ryzner, president of Manitoba's innovation hub North Forge, spoke about the growth and diversity of creative activity in Manitoba. From the development of robotic chicken coops to new safety technology for high- performance skates and innovations in wakeboarding design that are revolutionizing the sport, Manitoba is BY CORY KOLT

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