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Chamber committees
From the days before Confederation, the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce — through the work of its board and committees — has helped shape much of what we now take for granted. We campaigned for the Canadian Pacific Railway to build the landmark Empress Hotel, worked to attract national retailers such as Canadian Tire, advocated for the growth of the University of Victoria and much, much, more. Comprised of experienced business and community leaders, its committees advise Chamber leadership on what is needed to improve business conditions in Greater Victoria. Many of The Chamber's current and past successes have resulted from the work of its committees, tapping into the influence and expertise within the local business community to get things done and to generate new ideas. The Chamber’s committees have come and gone, some dissolving with their mandate complete, others spinning off from The Chamber as their mandates evolved. In fact, all of the following had their origins with The Chamber:
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“The Chamber and its committees will continue its long history as the voice of business in Greater Victoria.”
“Our people have the expertise and influence to identify what needs to be done, and get those wheels in motion.”
Opportunity to Join a Chamber Committee
Every year, there are a few openings on our committees for new members.
We are recruiting now for members who will be available starting Jan. 1, 2021 for at least a two-year term.
“Our people have the expertise and influence to identify what needs to be done, and get those wheels in motion.”
Opportunity to Join a Chamber Committee
Every year, there are a few openings on our committees for new members.
We are recruiting now for members who will be available starting Jan. 1, 2021 for at least a two-year term.
Ambassador Committee
This dedicated team of Chamber members from various professional backgrounds fosters meaningful participation and connection-building as a way of increasing member engagement.
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This dedicated team of Chamber members from various professional backgrounds fosters meaningful participation and connection-building as a way of increasing member engagement.
- Chair: Rose Arsenault, Branch Manager, Agilus Work Solutions
- Vice Chair: Andrew Peebles, Senior Business Consultant, BAASS Business Solutions
- Staff: Christine Lewis
- Emara Angus, Marketing Specialist, Royal Roads University
- Billy-Joe Checko, Commercial Insurance Account Executive, HUB International
- Matt Hillyard, RBC Dominion Securities
- Patricia Mamic, Public and Government Affairs Director, The Salvation Army
- Richard Michaels, president, MACCRIM Solutions
- Danielle Mulligan, Annual Giving Officer, University of Victoria
- Mary Lou Newbold, CEO, Mayfair Optometric Clinic
- Dana G. Quantz, lawyer, Hutchison Oss-Cech Marlatt
- Ann Squires Ferguson, CEO, Western Interior Design Group
- Tereza Ticha, Greater Victoria Harbour Authority
- Paul van Koll, Partner, Dusanj & Wirk
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Finance and Audit Committee
Advises The Chamber's Board of Directors on financial and audit issues to ensure Chamber finances are run in a professional and transparent manner.
Executive and Governance Committee
Acts on behalf of the board between board meetings, monitors board development, reviews The Chamber's bylaws and acts as a nominating committee for external appointments. To contact or learn more about the Executive and Governance Committee, please email The Chamber CEO Bruce Williams.
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Advises The Chamber's Board of Directors on financial and audit issues to ensure Chamber finances are run in a professional and transparent manner.
- Chair: Moira Hauk, Regional Manager (South Vancouver Island), Coastal Community Credit Union
- Staff: Cheryl Wirch-Ryckman
- Dustin Clark, Chartered Professional Accountant, Obara & Company
- Christina Clarke, CEO, Songhees Development Corp.
- Judith Ethier, Chief Administrative Officer, Greater Victoria Harbour Authority
- Simon Miller, Commercial Account Manager, RBC
- John Wilson, CEO and Co-owner, Wilson's Group of Companies
- Paul van Koll, Partner, Dusanj & Wirk
Executive and Governance Committee
Acts on behalf of the board between board meetings, monitors board development, reviews The Chamber's bylaws and acts as a nominating committee for external appointments. To contact or learn more about the Executive and Governance Committee, please email The Chamber CEO Bruce Williams.
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Public Policy and Advocacy Committee
Identifies The Chamber's annual advocacy priorities for business and meets with community leaders to advance those priorities on behalf of members.
To contact or learn more about the Public Policy and Advocacy Committee, please email Jim Zeeben.
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Identifies The Chamber's annual advocacy priorities for business and meets with community leaders to advance those priorities on behalf of members.
- Chair: Kris Wirk, Partner, Dickson Dusanj & Wirk
- Vice Chair: Christina Clarke, CEO, Songhees Development Corp.
- Vice Chair: Charlotte Salomon, Senior Partner, McConnan, Bion, O'Connor & Peterson
- Staff: Jim Zeeben, Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce
- Ian Batey, Principal, IPB Consulting Services
- Frank Bourree, Owner of Bourree and Associates
- Jeff Bray, Executive Director, Downtown Victoria Business Association
- Judith Ethier, CAO, Greater Victoria Harbour Authority
- Lise Gyorkos, President, Page One Publishing
- Al Hasham, President and CEO, Maximum Express Courier & Freight
- Chris Horbachewski, Vice-President External Relations, University of Victoria
- Tom Plumb, President and CEO, Kinetic Construction
- Captain (Navy) Sam Sader, Base Commander, CFB Esquimalt
- John Treleaven, Chair, Grumpy Taxpayer$
To contact or learn more about the Public Policy and Advocacy Committee, please email Jim Zeeben.
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Prodigy Group Committee
Provides an opportunity for emerging professionals to develop leadership skills, connect with peers, and gain community project experience.
Provides an opportunity for emerging professionals to develop leadership skills, connect with peers, and gain community project experience.
- Chair: Raul Caballero, Owner, Oui Jewellery
- Vice Chair: Paul van Koll, Partner, Dusanj & Wirk
- Secretary: Josue Dubon, Fernhill Financial Corporation
- Treasurer: Simon Miller, Commercial Account Manager, RBC
- Board Liaison: Pedro Márquez, Vice President Global, Marketing and Business Development, Royal Roads University
- Staff: Cheryl Wirch-Ryckman
- Corinne Thiessen, Senior Advisor, External Stakeholder Engagement at BCI
- Mira Laurence, Executive Director at Oaklands Community Association
- Nathan Hawes, Account Manager at Coastal Community Credit Union
- Rebekah Hutchinson, Partner, Liquid Capital West Coast Financing
- Erin Boggs, Co-owner, Robinson's Outdoor Store
