Membership Services Committee
Chair: Melanie Frazer, The Club at North Halton
Meetings: The 1st Thursday of every month at 8:30 *
* Call to confirm
Annual Report, September 2014
Members: Norm Paget, Tracey Wellon, Cindi Steffenson, Melanie Fraser, Craig Wells, Wendy Farrow-Reed, Lana Walsma Hoar, Carolyn Williams
Staff: Mary Ridley / Sheryl Sheridan/Kathleen Dills
Over the past year the Membership Services Committee has continued its enthusiastic endeavour to involve the business owners of Halton Hills. During 2013/ 2014 we have continued to host events and offer services that add to the value of being a Halton Hills Chamber member. Together we have built a strong team and are working well together.
Goals of 2013-2014
Events and Attendance
Over the last year our members continued to enjoy the events planned. Those attending were able to take advantage of the opportunity to network, learn and have some fun! Each member of the Membership Services Committee has continued to be committed to being an Ambassador for our social events to ensure new and existing members are welcomed.
One of the signiture events that we are very proud of is the 2014 Annual Chamber Golf Tournament. This year 99 golfers spent a gorgeous day swinging the clubs at The Club at North Halton and enjoyed the dinner, awards, silent auction and prizes after.
This year the Taste of the Chamber was held at Blue Springs Golf Club. 13 vendors purchased booths and some provided entertainment with food demonstrations. 109 guests sampled a wide variety of food. We enjoyed live musical entertainment by the talented Michelle Cormier. Downtown Georgetown BIA, Acton BIA, and Georgetown Market Place each generously donated a $100 gift certificate as prizes.
Business After Hours
Membership Services organized 11 Business After Hours networking events with a total of 390 guests attending the events. With the opportunity to showcase their place of business, each host took great pains in planning an event where many enjoyed good food, refreshments and prizes. Chamber members took part in the Joint Business After Hours with the other 3 Halton Chambers.
Business Recognized for these events are:
2013
Business Achievement Awards
The 2013 Business Achievement Awards dinner was held in Glencairn Golf Club. This was a wonderful and fun event honouring success in our community and the video collages of the recipients prepared by Cogeco made it a very special event. New this year we moved the long standing volunteer award in honour of Marg Tanas to this award’s celebration evening.
Recognized for their achievements were:
Business of the Year- Canadian Tire
Sponsored by: Prosperity ONE
Entrepreneur of the Year- Michael Carter, Carter Farm Market
Sponsored by: Halton Region Economic Development, Small Business Centre
Employee of the Year - Grant Harris, Town of Halton Hills
Sponsored by: P&H Milling Group, Cambridge & Halton Divisions
Green Award - BRC Canada
Sponsored by: TVCOGECO
Marg Tanas Volunteer Award - Ron Stiel, TV Marketplace.ca
Sponsored by: Buttle & Tavano Professional Corporation
Other Events
This past November the Chamber once again participated in The Santa Clause Parades in both Acton and Georgetown. Our Board Chair, Steven Prestipino rode with the dignitaries as is our custom. Shown below with Trevor Butltle celebrating Mardi Gras.
At the 2013 Mayors Christmas Luncheon the Chamber hosted a sell out event, where a record 157 guests attended Eagle Ridge Golf Club. The Mayor, Rick Bonnette, gives the annual “State of the Town” address which is enjoyed by all.
19 members took advantage of the opportunity to supply “gifts” for the gift bags given to everyone. These were enjoyed and appreciated by the guests.
The China Trip
54 people had an incredible time on the first Halton Hills Chamber trip to China. They enjoyed 10 days of culture, food and shopping. We worked with Carolyn Williams of Pure Magic Vacations and the tour operator Citslinc who only offers these excursions to Chamber members. This is another benefit to our members and offers a wonderful opportunity to experience something different while networking. The Travel subcommittee organized the trip and is exploring other excursions both near and far.
Halton Hills Health Home & Happiness Show:
This year the Chamber teamed up with The Independent and Free Press to create the successful Halton Hills Health Home & Happiness Show—or H5. 49 Vendors were involved in the Georgetown Mold Masters Arena 2 day selling trade show event.
Recognitions
The Business of the Month is an award given to businesses in Halton Hills to recognize their commitment to quality service. Nominations are received from the general public who have received and appreciate the exceptional service provided. The recipients receive recognition in the local newspapers and receive a plaque for display.
Businesses recognized include:
Employee Recognition
This is an award sponsored by Synergy Benefits Consulting Inc.
We want to know about exceptional employees in Halton Hills. The Employee Recognition Award is presented quarterly to a person who deserves recognition for a job well done.
The awards are well deserved and the Chamber is proud to recognize these individuals who have gone above and beyond.
Thank you to the 2013/2014 Membership Services Committee for all your hard work and commitment to making this a successful year.
We welcome any new additions to this exciting and vital committee.
Wendy Farrow Reed
Past Chair, Membership Services
September 2014
Chair: Melanie Frazer, The Club at North Halton
Meetings: The 1st Thursday of every month at 8:30 *
* Call to confirm
Annual Report, September 2014
Members: Norm Paget, Tracey Wellon, Cindi Steffenson, Melanie Fraser, Craig Wells, Wendy Farrow-Reed, Lana Walsma Hoar, Carolyn Williams
Staff: Mary Ridley / Sheryl Sheridan/Kathleen Dills
Over the past year the Membership Services Committee has continued its enthusiastic endeavour to involve the business owners of Halton Hills. During 2013/ 2014 we have continued to host events and offer services that add to the value of being a Halton Hills Chamber member. Together we have built a strong team and are working well together.
Goals of 2013-2014
- Increase community awareness – Ongoing
- Increased participation of members - Achieved
- Increase attendance – Achieved
Events and Attendance
Over the last year our members continued to enjoy the events planned. Those attending were able to take advantage of the opportunity to network, learn and have some fun! Each member of the Membership Services Committee has continued to be committed to being an Ambassador for our social events to ensure new and existing members are welcomed.
One of the signiture events that we are very proud of is the 2014 Annual Chamber Golf Tournament. This year 99 golfers spent a gorgeous day swinging the clubs at The Club at North Halton and enjoyed the dinner, awards, silent auction and prizes after.
This year the Taste of the Chamber was held at Blue Springs Golf Club. 13 vendors purchased booths and some provided entertainment with food demonstrations. 109 guests sampled a wide variety of food. We enjoyed live musical entertainment by the talented Michelle Cormier. Downtown Georgetown BIA, Acton BIA, and Georgetown Market Place each generously donated a $100 gift certificate as prizes.
Business After Hours
Membership Services organized 11 Business After Hours networking events with a total of 390 guests attending the events. With the opportunity to showcase their place of business, each host took great pains in planning an event where many enjoyed good food, refreshments and prizes. Chamber members took part in the Joint Business After Hours with the other 3 Halton Chambers.
Business Recognized for these events are:
2013
- June Wildwood Manor Ranch
- July Royal LePage Meadowtowne Realty/Halton Women’s Place
- August Carter Farm Market
- Four Chambers of Halton/ Region Joint BAH
- September Dufferin Aggregates
- October Williams Mill Visual Arts Centre (The Gallery);
- The Club at North Halton
- November Table Top Trade Show at Eagle Ridge 2014
- January Town of Halton Hills/Halton Hills Sports Museum at Mold-Masters SportsPlex with a Table Top Trade Show
- February The Glen Fitness Studio
- March Georgetown Seniors Centre
- May Prosperity One - Georgetown
Business Achievement Awards
The 2013 Business Achievement Awards dinner was held in Glencairn Golf Club. This was a wonderful and fun event honouring success in our community and the video collages of the recipients prepared by Cogeco made it a very special event. New this year we moved the long standing volunteer award in honour of Marg Tanas to this award’s celebration evening.
Recognized for their achievements were:
Business of the Year- Canadian Tire
Sponsored by: Prosperity ONE
Entrepreneur of the Year- Michael Carter, Carter Farm Market
Sponsored by: Halton Region Economic Development, Small Business Centre
Employee of the Year - Grant Harris, Town of Halton Hills
Sponsored by: P&H Milling Group, Cambridge & Halton Divisions
Green Award - BRC Canada
Sponsored by: TVCOGECO
Marg Tanas Volunteer Award - Ron Stiel, TV Marketplace.ca
Sponsored by: Buttle & Tavano Professional Corporation
Other Events
This past November the Chamber once again participated in The Santa Clause Parades in both Acton and Georgetown. Our Board Chair, Steven Prestipino rode with the dignitaries as is our custom. Shown below with Trevor Butltle celebrating Mardi Gras.
At the 2013 Mayors Christmas Luncheon the Chamber hosted a sell out event, where a record 157 guests attended Eagle Ridge Golf Club. The Mayor, Rick Bonnette, gives the annual “State of the Town” address which is enjoyed by all.
19 members took advantage of the opportunity to supply “gifts” for the gift bags given to everyone. These were enjoyed and appreciated by the guests.
The China Trip
54 people had an incredible time on the first Halton Hills Chamber trip to China. They enjoyed 10 days of culture, food and shopping. We worked with Carolyn Williams of Pure Magic Vacations and the tour operator Citslinc who only offers these excursions to Chamber members. This is another benefit to our members and offers a wonderful opportunity to experience something different while networking. The Travel subcommittee organized the trip and is exploring other excursions both near and far.
Halton Hills Health Home & Happiness Show:
This year the Chamber teamed up with The Independent and Free Press to create the successful Halton Hills Health Home & Happiness Show—or H5. 49 Vendors were involved in the Georgetown Mold Masters Arena 2 day selling trade show event.
Recognitions
The Business of the Month is an award given to businesses in Halton Hills to recognize their commitment to quality service. Nominations are received from the general public who have received and appreciate the exceptional service provided. The recipients receive recognition in the local newspapers and receive a plaque for display.
Businesses recognized include:
- June 2013 Halton Hills Furniture and Appliances
- July North Halton Roofing
- August Quik Auto Repair/Krown Rustproofing
- September Acton Optical
- November Terra Cotta Cookie Co.
- December Appleby Systems Georgetown
- January 2014 Active Choice
- February Soft Water Plus
- March Findlay Roofing
- April Halton Pool Guys
- May The Club at North Halton
Employee Recognition
This is an award sponsored by Synergy Benefits Consulting Inc.
We want to know about exceptional employees in Halton Hills. The Employee Recognition Award is presented quarterly to a person who deserves recognition for a job well done.
The awards are well deserved and the Chamber is proud to recognize these individuals who have gone above and beyond.
- 2013 (Nov) Jackie Semerdjian, Tim Hortons
- 2014 (April) Kevin Bush & Jennifer Gordon, Halton Hills Hydro
- 2014 (May) Maureen Begg, Emerald Isle Bedroom Gallery
Thank you to the 2013/2014 Membership Services Committee for all your hard work and commitment to making this a successful year.
We welcome any new additions to this exciting and vital committee.
Wendy Farrow Reed
Past Chair, Membership Services
September 2014
Committee Type
Free Standing Committee
Task Forces Under Membership Services
Chamber Golf Day Committee - Chair Glen MacDonald, Georgetown Chev
Halton Hills Health Home and Happiness Show - Chair Matt Donohoe, The Cooperators
Mayor's Luncheon
Business Achievement Awards
Taste of the Chamber - Chair Tracey Wellon
Business of the Month - Lead Norm Paget
Business After Hours
New Member Breakfast
Lunch Box Learning
Purpose
Free Standing Committee
Task Forces Under Membership Services
Chamber Golf Day Committee - Chair Glen MacDonald, Georgetown Chev
Halton Hills Health Home and Happiness Show - Chair Matt Donohoe, The Cooperators
Mayor's Luncheon
Business Achievement Awards
Taste of the Chamber - Chair Tracey Wellon
Business of the Month - Lead Norm Paget
Business After Hours
New Member Breakfast
Lunch Box Learning
Purpose
