A MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD CHAIR
T he Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC) staff and board have been busy working on our strategic plan to ensure the future direction of our organization continues to serve the needs of our members. With input from the board of directors, chamber staff, members of the chamber network, key stakeholders and a variety of community groups, Ben Dueck of Cantera Leadership guided the development of a roadmap with three areas of focus. The updated strategic plan will strengthen connections and advocacy, develop and explore programs and events that enhance the business community, and strengthen and diversify chamber membership. Executing these goals will see the chamber create stronger relationships in Ottawa and spark untapped collaborations in the chamber network, particularly with under-represented groups. Through our provincial advocacy efforts, policy work will build upon our Vote Prosperity election platform to ensure that
MCC remains the strong, credible voice of business in Manitoba. In addition, MCC delivers a number of initiatives that benefit the business community, including the Manitoba Mineral Development Fund, Digital Manitoba Initiative and the newly announced Indigenous Inclusion and Partnership Fund Program. We will continue to deliver these important projects and work with all levels of government to explore other opportunities that support Manitoba businesses. Guided by our mission and vision to make Manitoba the best place to live and work, the Manitoba Chambers look forward to the work ahead as we continue to champion sustainable economic growth toward greater prosperity for Manitoba businesses and communities.
ALISON KIRKLAND Chair, Manitoba Chambers of Commerce, Board of Directors
2023–2024 MCC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
DIRECTORS Vince Barletta
Harvest Manitoba Stephen Chychota Parkland Chamber of Commerce & CEM Representative Barry Cooper Heritage Co-op & Brandon Chamber of Commerce Jamie Dumont Chadwick Consulting Ltd. and Indigenous Chamber of Commerce Luis Escobar Stantec James Fehr RBC Royal Bank Josh Girman PCL Constructors Canada Inc. Paul Holden Education Canada Group Kate Loewen Payworks Jordan Ludwig Brandon Business Interiors Sachit Mehra East India Company Pub and Eatery Matt Pilloud MNP LLP Kevin Ploegman Fort Group Chartered Professional Accountants Inc. Karin Pooley People First HR Services Michael Woelcke Arctic Gateway Group
OFFICERS Chair
Alison Kirkland Women’s Enterprise Organizations of Canada
Past Chair Vice-Chair
Michelle Kuly
Blueprint Inc.
Beverlie Stuart Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology
Vice-Chair
Karly McRae
Lakehouse & Wasagaming Chamber of Commerce Southport Aerospace Centre Inc. & Portage la Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce Deloitte
Treasurer Secretary
Mike Boucher
Peggy May
Legal
Nicole Smith
Pitblado Law
Counsel
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