Ceo
376 Church Street South, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4C 9V8
*Manage office administration and operational activities including accounting, data and file management, sales and membership development, PR and media relations, policies, procedures and staffing.*Plan and execute countless events, forge collaborative partnerships and sponsorships and advocate support to advance brand value and enhance the Chambers' reputation and business value.*Serve as Secretary to the Board of Directors to provide operational updates, schedule meetings, prepare… Show more *Manage office administration and operational activities including accounting, data and file management, sales and membership development, PR and media relations, policies, procedures and staffing.*Plan and execute countless events, forge collaborative partnerships and sponsorships and advocate support to advance brand value and enhance the Chambers' reputation and business value.*Serve as Secretary to the Board of Directors to provide operational updates, schedule meetings, prepare agendas, compile and distribute minutes and reports and inform staff and members of forthcoming initiatives.*Forge and collaborate on volunteer committees and represent the business within the community, at conferences and government meetings to engage stakeholders in the strategic direction.*Reputed as one of the first chambers to adopt a social media strategy. Created profiles and trained members on the use of: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Foursquare, Swarm and Google.*Devised a digital media strategy encompassing new website and email marketing to relay the value of Chamber Membership, attract new members and increase cross-promotions to expand reach.*Researched and wrote an Office Procedure Manual incorporating industry best practices to standardize and elevate customer service.*Deployed an internet-based database/calendar to boost productivity and employee efficiency.*Crafted promotional materials including business cards, flyers and newsletters and introduced a value added service devising an in-house membership display to promote member product offerings.*Mediated a sponsorship agreement with large office supply chain to supply $10,000 in donated furniture. This was supported by other member contributions to successfully update the boardroom at $0 cost to the Chamber.*Targeted and liaised with government officials and developed partnerships to advocate for and obtain funding and in-kind support to widen the organizational footprint and expand member services. Show less