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What will you do with the key to #Global #Power for 24 Hours? Join this dynamic conversation in honour of World Business Women’s Day.

Today’s 2023-2024 season finale luncheon explored one of the most pressing questions a leader can face...    Why get out of bed? 🤔   For real. Social responsibility, social purpose, these are new words representing complex answers to the big, scary questions, like what is your reason for existing? What are you really here to do?    Well, you’re a Chamber member, or at least you follow us on social, so we know you get out of bed to make an impact – and you’re not alone.    80% of Gen Zs prioritize finding a job in alignment with their values. More than half of consumers now expect brands to drive change in society.    So we invited Manitoba-based B Corp leaders John Gunter of Frontiers North Adventures, Kiirsten May of UpHouse and Brendan Reimer of Assiniboine Credit Union to learn about B Corp certification, their purpose, and how it’s impacted their bottom lines.    Key Takeaways:    1. Authenticity is everything. It’s easy for businesses to say they’re values-based, but B Corp certification is a third-party expert verifying that your organization walks its social purpose talk. 2. The financial ROI is undeniable. Your market is fragmented across platforms and mediums, and younger people look for purpose as a unifier in the organizations where they spend their hard-earned dollars. 3. Your employees depend on it. Today’s talent has an incredible amount of choice. Now, they want to work for organizations building the world they want to live in.     Thanks to our sponsors for making today’s event possible:    Title:   Assiniboine Credit Union  Canada Life Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Corporation  VIP Reception:  Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP  Networking Sponsor:  SaskTel   Lead, connect and grow with us! Check out our upcoming events calendar here: https://lnkd.in/e7kth3pT #Winnipeg #WCCBiz

Traci Pitman and I are so flattered to be selected by Four States Living Magazine to share the story of our business For All Brandkind in their Feb issue. You can check out the story here, if you'd like 😊 : https://lnkd.in/gxTw4Meg

Sounds like an incredible event and a testament to A&G's commitment to community, innovation, and shaping a better world. I was recently introduced to Freight Farms (thank you A&G) and was inspired by their urban farming technology and the innovative impact they are having on communities of all sizes around the world. The possibilities are endless! Some impressive stats: a. The Freight Farms Greenery product can grow an astounding 2.5 acres of farm-fresh produce in a 40 x 8-foot container and deliver an annual harvest of 2-6 tons. b. Freight Farms’ hydroponic technology uses 99% less water than traditional agriculture. c. It also allows people to grow global ingredients 365 days a year, just steps outside their kitchen – no matter where that kitchen might be. d. The technology provides an environment for inner city children to learn about – and even help grow – healthy foods.

Helping communities get multiple stakeholders aligned on a path forward is a critical step in planning for the future. Let know if we can help you.

Exciting News from IAMC! 🌐 Thrilled to share the highlights and achievements in IAMC's 2023 Annual Report! 📈 Discover the latest trends, strategic partnerships, and member spotlights shaping the future of corporate real estate. 🏢🚀 Read the full report here https://lnkd.in/dwyetVQ3 and join the conversation using #IAMCAnnualReport2023. Let's continue our journey of growth and excellence together! 👥💡 #CorporateRealEstate #IAMC #IndustryLeadership #RealEstateInnovation

Support women in business and buy the tickets which show women’s contribution in the economy matters. It is so evident women are not taken seriously when you attend awards for them and there are 3 men in the room. #CBC #entrepreneurship #women

Gratitude to everyone who joined us today! Today we discussed multiple topics including resilience in business, taking time to celebrate the wins amongst the busyness, support in business & much more. If you want to join our future events, I’ll pop our link above in the bio. #marketingtip #womeninbusiness #womensupportingwomen #womenempowerment #womenempoweringwomen

Simply wishing for a diverse audience won't make it happen. For the first time, Dr. Breeze H. and I are sharing with individuals (you!) the tips we usually just share with our corporate and professional organization clients on how to make your important corporate event, conference, or gathering  as *diverse* as the values you hold dear. Grab the advice ($29): https://lnkd.in/gPbYBApm We know you want to create a space where everyone feels welcome - and valued. But where do you start? In this $29 checklist, we give you simple, evidence-based, [non-awkward] advice for leaders and event planners who want to make their events, spaces, and conferences more welcoming and fair. Get started: https://lnkd.in/gPbYBApm

Happy 20th anniversary, #MichiganMainStreet! To celebrate the momentous occasion, we dug deep into the data to analyze the impact that Michigan Main Street and its local programs have had across the state since its inception in 2003. Our second point of pride: Michigan Main Streets are accountable for bringing 4.2 million folks into Main Street districts since 2003. From helping to brand and market commercial districts to planning and hosting events that expand the customer base of local businesses, Michigan Main Street Communities directly bring more customers to their businesses. As champions of local branding and marketing the collective business community, Main Streets highlight and share the unique personas and experiences of the downtown communities across the state. From social media advertisements, to partnering with local tourism bureaus, to creating downtown itineraries for out-of-town visitors, MMS Communities launch a variety of tools, mechanisms, and approaches for marketing, branding, and customer attraction. To help bring more customers to downtown businesses, MMS Communities plan, partner, and host celebrated events throughout all times of the year. These events offer more than a good time but directly support local businesses with expanded revenue and drive the local economy. Michigan Main Street helps guide MMS Communities in shifting events to meet the specific needs of its business districts, targeting events in the offseason when business revenue is low as well as during peak times to heighten and enhance local spending. Main Street events introduce new visitors to the commercial district and their businesses. One out of every three Main Street event attendees comes from outside their local municipality to experience the Main Street Community, offering meaningful first impressions and encouraging people to return downtown. Check out the nitty-gritty behind that figure - and SO much more - in our Impact Report here: https://lnkd.in/gespseip