Wednesday, October 28 at noon is the Chamber Chat networking session, and we would love to have you in the zoom! This event includes breakout rooms with smaller group conversations, and larger group check-ins – both great opportunities to connect socially with other local business leaders.

REGISTER TODAY

!http://barriechamber.chambermaster.com/events/details/chamber-chat-noon-4989

Have a great weekend, looking forward to connecting with you next week,

Julie

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Julie Craft, Senior Operations Manager
Barrie Chamber of Commerce
Event Invitation

My kitchen can safely accommodate four people safely and can work nicely for a small social bubble of four people. Being a commercial kitchen you’ll be washing your hands more than a few times. Work spaces are nicely distributed. Indoor shoes are a must and if you have long hair you will be required to wear it up.  Cheers folks! I look forward to hosting some fun times baking delicious breads. I love when my kitchen smells of fresh baked craft beer bread!

Booking links!

https://booking.appointy.com/ATBBB?sr=708346

Or there’s a possibility to book private classes!

https://booking.appointy.com/ATBBB?sr=718413

Hi everyone

Xcelerate Summit is around the corner 4 (part) days from next Tuesday to Friday.

Here is what you need to know:

Link to Register: https://xceleratesummit.co/about/register/

There are two types of tickets to this event.  The general admission ticket provides participants with access to all of the amazing speakers and live music from emerging musicians over the four days.  This is done virtually on our platform. The cost of this ticket is: $50.00.

Count down the days to the Summit with us at: https://pheedloop.com/xceleratesummit/site/home/

While at Xcelerate Summit, you can expect:

• To learn some quick fixes and tips to improve performance and efficiency
• To walk away with actionable ideas
• To get up to date on new technology
• To learn strategies to handle growth and retain staff
• To learn some ways to increase profitability
• To get insights into “what you don’t know”
• To meet experts, you can call on

Here is the detailed schedule!

https://www.growvantage.com/6094-2/

 

A survey from the Development Bank of Canada Survey on Business Resiliency:

Of those businesses who made it through the initial shock of COVID-19, a survey of 1,000 businesses found that  businesses who have survived have adapted “furiously” according to the CBC. Here are three highlights of the methods they used to become resilient:

1. They adopted new technology practices to be more efficient
2. They built up e-commerce and other sales avenues
3. They have also found new partners and suppliers (often going to local suppliers – which helps those businesses again).

Banking sources report that some consumers have saved money during this pandemic and they are doing their part to put that money into the economy. As an example, there has been a 27% surge in renovation spending over last year.

Many of you know that I am a cancer survivor… some of your GVers have also been impacted by cancer.

The RAW and REFLECTIVE 2021 calendar is once again being launched to raise funds for Gilda’s Club Simcoe Muskoka.

Only this time it matters more than ever.  Why?

Yes, we want to give a voice to cancer survivors (and those who have lost the struggle). Yes, we want to bring awareness to the impact of this fateful diagnosis.

But now more than ever, cancer is a pandemic of its own. The prediction that as of 2020 one in two people will experience a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime is true.

Right now.

One in Two.

Cancer Care Ontario stats indicate in 2020, Ontarians are expected to be diagnosed with an estimated 91,946 new cases of cancer (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer).

And now, more than ever cancer patients need the support that Gilda’s gives… the support that does not turn anyone away. In this COVID-19 pandemic, money is short, access to lifesaving surgeries is backlogged and isolation is increasing. Those with cancer need our support.

Spearheaded by local entrepreneur Sharon Smith (GV32) in the fall of 2018, the Raw and Reflective calendar once again features 12 models, 13 of Barrie’s most accomplished photographers and videographer, a graphic designer, an editor and a dedicated volunteer committee who brought this project together to raise funds for Gilda’s Club Simcoe Muskoka.  The project has been sponsored by a number of generous firms in Barrie and across the county.

Our theme this year is courage. In the middle of a pandemic, courage is needed more than ever – and to gain that courage – more than ever people battling cancer cannot be alone.

Gilda’s Club of Simcoe Muskoka ensures that no–one in our region has to face cancer alone. In spite of receiving no funding from government subsidies, Gilda’s Clubs do not turn anyone away. They operate over 700 programs and welcome all affected by cancer with understanding, compassion and care. On this, their 10^th anniversary, we are proud to have the opportunity to support one of our critical resources in the fight against this heartless disease.

Where can you get calendars?

The calendars are available at Connect Hair Studios & Gilda’s Club Simcoe Muskoka (see below) and through supporters and models in the calendar. Calendars are $20 (all proceeds to Gilda’s)

If you’d like to purchase calendar’s online: please go to:  https://gildasclubsimcoemuskoka.org/ways-to-give/raw-and-reflective-2021/

Gilda’s Club Simcoe Muskoka, 10 Quarry Ridge Road, Barrie, ON L4M 7G1

Connect Hair Studio: 274 Burton Ave 12 – 13, Barrie, ON L4N 5W4

Here are some of the GV grads who have been nominated. We would all appreciate your support.

Voting closes today: https://www.simcoe.com/readerschoice-barrie

** One hint – you can search for names you know and click on their category to save time!

Under People/Professionals

Accountant – Newman  Accounting Professional Corporation- Rob Newman

Business & Career Training – Patricia Dent, Grow Vantage

Hair Colour Technician – Sharon Smith, Connect Hair Studio

Hair Salon-  Connect Hair Studio – Sharon Smith

Financial Advisor & Financial Planning Services: Kristen Rayner – Acorn to Oak

Income Tax Preparation – Newman  Accounting Professional Corporation – Rob Newman

Life Coach – Danielle Reaume

Life Coach – Lori Bertoni

Marriage, Family and Individual Counselling – Lindsay Tsang

Mental Health Consultant – Lindsay Tsang

Naturopath – Ashley Nelson

Occupational Therapists – Nancy McLachlan

Pet Groomer – Sandy Berube, Thee Place for Paws

Pet Grooming -Sandy Berube, Thee Place for Paws

Picture Framing – Artistic Frameworks

Public Relations – Taylor Media Promotions – Sarah Taylor

Real Estate Broker – Peggy Hill

Real Estate Photographer – Ian McIntosh

Under Professional Services

Advertising Marketing Agency – Gooder Marketing – Ryan Tomlinson

Business That Gives to Community – Peggy Hill

Computer Service/Repair – Simcoe IT Solutions – Rob Newman

Conference Centre – Suite Success – Sinda Simpson/Susie Parker

Employment Agency – ESS Direct- Sinda Simpson/Susie Parker

Family Law Firm – JSM Law – Matt Shaw

Graphic Design Services – Talis Creative – Ryan Duncan & Anthony DeGasperis

Graphic Design Services- Out of the Box Brand Development – Patrick Davis

Mortgage/Company Services – Anthem Mortgage – Cole Taylor

Pet Boarding – Top Dog K9 Services – Kathy Currie-Eyres

Pet Grooming/Daycare – Top Dog K9 Services – Kathy Currie-Eyres

Print/Imaging Services – Instant Imprints – Bruce MacGillivray

Real Estate Brokerage – Peggy Hill

Real Estate Law Firm – JMS Law – Matt Shaw

Real Estate Office – Peggy Hill

Security Services – Pop  A Lock

Travel Agency – Eleanor Dath – Vision Travel Solutions

Virtual Instruction – Taylor Media Promotions – Sarah Taylor

Web Services/Design: Gooder Marketing – Ryan Tomlinson

Web Services/Design: Talis Creative – Ryan Duncan & Anthony De Gasperis

Under Health/Wellness/Fitness/Beauty

Hair Dressing – Connect Hair Studio – Sharon Smith

Nutritional Services – Mark Good Choice – Katherine Parent

Speech Therapy – Speak Freely Speech Therapy – Joyce Hignett

Under Shopping

Computer – Simcoe IT Solutions – Rob Newman