Tuesday, August 11, 2015
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Commonwealth Bar & Stage
733 10th Avenue SW

Fast-Growth Champions, one of our most popular event series is back, and better than ever. Join us for an after work beer as we welcome a rockstar panel of some of the most interesting and sought-after entrepreneurs in Calgary.

In an open and honest conversation, these big names in small business will share how they took their company from good to great, and some of the challenges they had to overcome along the way.

Rockstar entrepreneurs

• Shannon Bowen-Smed, President & CEO, Bowen Workforce Solutions Inc.
• Justin Bobier, Owner and President, Crystal Creek Homes
• Phil Robertson/Sebastian Sztabzyb, owners, Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters

Don't miss this tremendous evening with Calgary's rockstar entrepreneurs.

Are you passionate about small business? Looking for a meaningful way to give back to the community? The Calgary Chamber is looking to our members to fill some new and exciting volunteer judging opportunities for our Small Business Week Calgary Awards.

If you are a Calgary Chamber member, and believe your career experience and expertise would qualify you to judge one of our 2015 Small Business Week Calgary Awards, we would love to hear from you.

Apply to be a Small Business Week Calgary Awards judge today!

Wednesday, July 22, 2015
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Hyatt Regency Calgary
700 Centre Street SE

Statistics show that First Nations communities in Calgary are much more likely than non-Aboriginal groups to be living in poverty. How can Calgary’s business community partner together to create employment opportunities, and help alleviate poverty amongst Calgary’s urban First Nations communities?

In his first appearance in Calgary after the long awaited release of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s report, the Calgary Chamber in partnership with the RESOLVE Campaign are hosting National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, Perry Bellegarde. 

Join us for this timely conversation on building partnerships for economic growth with First Nations communities.

• Your top 10 productivity killers and how to fix them
• Greece's problems explained in 6 charts
• How to tell someone they're being laid off
• 7 science-backed tips to negotiate better
• Calgary Chamber member J. Vair Anderson on bringing fine jewellery to Calgary for 90 years

Thursday, July 30, 2015
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
ONE18 EMPIRE
820 Centre Street SE

Are you passionate about whiskey, or want to learn more about one of the world’s most popular beverages? Become a whiskey initiate at our next Business After Hours at ONE18 EMPIRE Restaurant and Whiskey Bar.

Let ONE18 EMPIRE's knowledgeable whiskey connoisseurs guide you through the subtle nuances of the beverage with an exclusive tasting session, while learning about specialized paired tastings.

Please note that Business After Hours are members-only events. If you are not a Calgary Chamber member, please contact us at membership@calgarychamber.com.

Don't miss this tremendous guided tour of the world of whiskey at our summer edition of Business After Hours.

Calgary Chamber members are eligible for exclusive savings with First Data, a leader in the electronic merchant services industry.

In addition to receiving preferred Chamber pricing on transaction fees and 24/7 customer service, if you switch to First Data between now and September 31, 2015, you can also get a free terminal for 6 months. 

Contact First Data today and find out more about their incredible limited time offers.

When it comes to Twitter, a call-to-action, or CTA, tells your audience what action you want them to take when they're reading your tweet. It lights the path to the next point of engagement with your brand, and is a cornerstone of marketing messages both on- and offline.

The right CTA can help your tweet generate awareness, launch a new product, or move customers down the sales funnel. Though there are a few tips to keep in mind when crafting your CTA, one of the principle rules is use action language paired with a benefit that inspires people to click or retweet. 

Check out other handy tips for creating a call-to-action that will help drive your Twitter engagement.

For over 115 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the expertise and quality products their customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. 

Upholding the same business approach since 1897, Gordon Food Service has grown to become the largest family operated distributor in North America. They believe in the power of good food to bring people together and make moments special. Every product, every order and every decision they make is inspired by the people on the other side of the plate.

Learn more at GFS.ca

Wednesday, July 15, 2015
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Calgary Chamber
600, 237 8th Avenue SE

As neighbouring provinces, Alberta and British Columbia have a deep history of collaboration and building strong trade ties. Sharing more than just the Rocky Mountains and the Peace River region, both provinces face similar industry challenges and know that interprovincial collaboration is simply good for business.

Working together to solve issues such as opening new markets for resource products and job creation helps ensure both provinces remain globally competitive, while building a stronger Canada.

Join us for an engaging dialogue with a delegation from the Vancouver Board of Trade of respected leaders from BC as they break down current interprovincial issues.

Every year we shine a light on the vibrant community of small but mighty business owners in our city with the Small Business Week Calgary Awards and Expo. Help us celebrate these unsung heroes by letting us know who you think should be recognized for their valiant efforts.

Currently we are accepting nominations and applications for businesses that are doing incredible things. Finalists will be selected by a panel of industry expert judges, and for most award categories, will then be voted on by the public.

Head to SmallBusinessWeekCalgary.com to nominate an outstanding small business today!

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.