Tuesday, May 12, 2015
3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
University of Calgary
169 University Gate NW

Less than $30 lets you invest in yourself, your relationships and your business, at Rev, powered by ATB Business.

Take in an inspiring keynote from Michael Sikorsky, CEO and Co-founder, Robots and Pencils, then engage with our expert panelists (who will also lead breakout sessions) moderated by top business writer Deb Yedlin of the Calgary Herald.

Panelists include:

• Ernest Barbaric, Digital Marketing Consultant, Ernest Barbaric
  Winning customers with digital marketing
• Devin Wagner, Managing Director, Grant Thornton
  Risky business: Are you all in as an entrepreneur?
• Wellington Holbrook, Executive Vice President, ATB Business & Agriculture
  Managing your business through the downturn
• Annie Cole, Owner, Muttley Crew Organics
  2014 Small Business Week Calgary Award Winner for Environmental Stewardship

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to Rev up your business.

Unsure of who to vote for? Read our party platform analysis for business.

The Oscars for chambers of commerce, the World Chambers Competition, is the only global awards program to recognize the most innovative projects undertaken by chambers around the world. 

Dozens of countries submitted projects for consideration and we are proud to announce that your Calgary Chamber is one of four finalists in the Best Unconventional Project category. 

This category recognizes an exceptional project not typically associated with a chamber of commerce's mission and objectives. We are honoured to be representing the Calgary business community on the world stage for our work in post-flood recovery and business continuity.

Read more about the World Chambers Competition.

Tuesday, May 19, 2015
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Hotel Blackfoot
5940 Blackfoot Trail

The agriculture and food industry is a strong economic driver in Alberta and across Canada. Serving as Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-food for nearly eight years, Minister Gerry Ritz will provide insights into the Federal Government’s transformational agricultural agenda including a focus on trade, competitiveness, market freedom and transportation.

Join us for a timely discussion on how producers, business and government can work together to maximize opportunities in a growing global marketplace.

On Monday, May 4th, 2015 we embarked on one of the largest awareness campaigns in our 124 year history: Belong.

The campaign features a cross-section of senior business leaders from our membership, illustrating how the Chamber helps them. You can see these advertisements on Pattison billboards, transit ads and elevator ads throughout downtown. Commercials are running on CBC during prime news broadcasts as well as during the Stanley Cup playoffs. And of course we are all over Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Google and YouTube!

Learn more about how you can Belong at the Calgary Chamber.

Thursday, May 21, 2015
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Calgary Chamber
600 237 8th Avenue SE

At the intersection of natural resource development and First Nation communities, stands the need for consultation and partnership. As a result, building bridges between these communities continues to be vital to the success of our economy.

Dr. Mark Dockstator, President of the First Nations University of Canada and a member of the Oneida Nation of the Thames, will look at the increasing legal obligations related to consultation and the rise in enforceable and constitutionally protected rights for Aboriginal peoples.

Join us for an engaging, and important, dialogue on better ways forward for industry and First Nations.

On May 2, 1891, 46 businesses met around one mission: to “advance commercial, industrial and civic interests and promote integrity and good faith in business.” That day, we officially became your Calgary Chamber of Commerce.

124 years later, that founding principle remains our driving force, and we are excited to continue our unwavering dedication to the growth and success of the Calgary business community. 

Read about all we've accomplished in the past year in our Report to Community - Steadfast.

Monday, June 29, 2015
12:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Earl Grey Golf Club
6540 20th Street SW

It’s hard to find a better place to build, deepen and strengthen business relationships than at the Calgary Chamber’s annual Leaders Classic golf tournament presented by TELUS. After all, where else would you have the opportunity to network and share business tips with some of the most influential business and political leaders in Calgary?

Attracting top community builders as well as special guest celebrities, this tournament is really about high-level networking at its finest.

Join us and other top business professionals for Calgary’s most prestigious business golf tournament.

• How small businesses can take advantage of the Canadian dollar
• BDC cashflow management guide
• How to streamline your work life to make room for more creative ideas
• Yedlin: Election outcome will shape Alberta's economic future
• Why low oil prices aren’t all bad news for the industry

Thursday, May 28, 2015
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Monplaisir Delicacies
751 3 Street SW

Please note that Business After Hours events are member-only events. To become a member or learn more about the benefits, please contact membership@calgarychamber.com.

In this latest installment of Business After Hours, you will enjoy Monplaisir’s line of French and European delicacies paired with fine Canadian wines while building connections with some of Calgary’s finest professionals. 

Join us for another tremendous evening of networking and fine food.

Hashtags: Have you ever wondered what the best practices are for using them on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook? You may be surprised at how different strategies for each platform result in different levels of engagement.

Here's a hint: Tweets with 1 or 2 hashtags have 21% higher engagement than those with 3 or more, while Facebook posts without hashtags outperform the ones that do.

Use this handy infographic to learn how to integrate a successful hashtag strategy into your social media to increase brand recognition. 

Thursday, May 13, 2015
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Calgary Chamber
600, 237 8th Avenue SE

Please note Leaders Lunch events are an exclusive benefit of our Growth-level and above members.

Whether you’re trying to reach your customers, employees or other stakeholders, effective communication is becoming more difficult and advertising less effective. So how do you not only penetrate the clutter, but also deliver a tailored message to a targeted audience? The key is microtargeting.

Join Bill Brunton, Senior Vice President at Hill + Knowlton Strategies, for a Leaders Lunch exploring microtargeting as the next generation of effective communications.

Located in the heart of Calgary's downtown and offering guests elegant, well-appointed accommodations, the Calgary Marriott Downtown Hotel merges convenience with luxury.

Ideal for business and social events alike, the hotel boasts over 9,500 square feet of flexible venue room space in the heart of the core. Travelers will appreciate their excellent location close to the Calgary International Airport and near an array of public transportation hubs.

Learn more at Marriott.com

Thursday, May 14, 2015
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Calgary Chamber
600 237 8th Avenue SE

As a Chamber member, you have exclusive access to special discounts and programs through our Business Savings Program.

Designed to save your business time and money, we actively pursue partnerships that provide services relevant to the success of your business. This workshop will feature presentations from First Data and ESSO on the new lower member rates they offer for payment processing and gas. 

Join our Member Services team for a business savings workshop to learn how to get the most value from your membership.

Interchange transaction rates have been lowered and as a result of these changes, Chamber members can take advantage of an exclusive preferred pricing offer from First Data.

Submit a copy of your April statement to First Data for a statement analysis and if they can’t meet or beat your current offer, they’ll issue you a $1000 MasterCard gift card. If you already take advantage of First Data preferred pricing on transaction rates, your exclusive rates have been lowered.

Connect with First Data to learn more about how you can save on interchange rates. 

Wednesday, May 6, 2015
7:30 am – 10:00 am
Calgary Petroleum Club
319 5th Avenue SW

Most employers know that a workforce with good mental health is linked to lower medical costs, as well as less absenteeism and presenteeism. And, most employers also know that a mentally unhealthy workforce is associated with increased loss of productivity.

What employers may not know, however, is how to get from A to B:  How to change a mentally unhealthy workplace – or a marginally healthy one – to a healthy workplace. Where to start?

Join CMHA in partnership with the Calgary Chamber for a workshop on building socially supportive work environments for employees working through mental health challenges.

These Prestige members have shown a substantial and unwavering commitment to supporting the work of the Calgary Chamber. We thank our Prestige members: Suncor, TELUS and Nexen for helping to make Calgary a better place to live and work for all.