For a lot of business it has been a year of rethinking, retooling, and responding to the changes in the market. The Guelph Chamber of Commerce has been a part of many discussions, using the vast range of expertise our members bring to any table.
Workplace development is a major focus for the Chamber of Commerce. Our new Workplace Development Committee has developed an excellent Career Toolbox that lists all of the major education and support programs for people changing or developing their careers. The next project is to address the nine essential business skills as identified by the federal government, starting with reading text, document use, and numeracy. Sharpening the skills of our workplaces starts with the fundamentals, and improving competitiveness flows from there. Improving our talent base and preparing people to re-enter the workforce will position Guelph well for the coming upswing in the economy.
The Chamber of Commerce Membership Committee has some aggressive plans for the coming year that include increasing our industrial and retail activities. Our Program Committee has set out an excellent program that starts in September and runs through to next June. The Advocacy Committee has expanded, and is preparing positions on key issues facing the business community. The Industrial Committee is working hard on developing best practices for the manufacturers in Guelph. Our under 40 YPN group is also becoming more active, looking at leadership development topics for the fall. And of course, our Board of Directors ties it all together to develop our plans moving forward.
A lot goes into building a resilient community, and Guelph continues to be a leader in many areas nationally and internationally. Your continued involvement in the Guelph Chamber of Commerce will provide the community the benefit only you can bring. Please let us know your thoughts.
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