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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 all 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,” said Chamber CEO Catherine Holt. “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 will be recruiting in summer 2019 for members who will be available starting Jan. 1, 2020 for at least a two-year term.
Opportunity to Join a Chamber Committee
Every year, there are a few openings on our committees for new members. We will be recruiting in summer 2019 for members who will be available starting Jan. 1, 2020 for at least a two-year term.
2019 Committees
Ambassador Committee
The Ambassador Committee are a dedicated team of Chamber members from various professional backgrounds who serve as liaisons to foster meaningful participation and connection-building as a way of increasing member engagement.
To contact or learn more about the Ambassador Committee, please email Emara Angus.
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Finance and Audit Committee
The Finance and Audit Committee works to ensure financial responsibilities of The Chamber's Board of Directors by reporting to and advising the Board on financial and audit issues.
To contact or learn more about the Finance and Audit Committee, please email Cheryl Wirch-Ryckman.
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Governance Committee
The Governance Committee monitors board development, reviews The Chamber’s bylaws and acts as a nominating committee for external appointments.
To contact or learn more about the Governance Committee, please email Chamber CEO Catherine Holt.
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Public Policy and Advocacy Committee
The Public Policy and Advocacy Committee makes policy recommendations to The Chamber's Board of Directors regarding matters of importance to the business community in support of a healthy, free enterprise system. The committee lends significantly to the work of The Chamber in the goal of influencing public policy.
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Prodigy Group Committee
The Prodigy Group provides an opportunity for emerging professionals to develop leadership skills, connect with peers, and gain community project experience.
To contact or learn more about the Prodigy Group Committee, please email Cheryl Wirch-Ryckman.
The Ambassador Committee are a dedicated team of Chamber members from various professional backgrounds who serve as liaisons to foster meaningful participation and connection-building as a way of increasing member engagement.
- Chair: Rahim Khudabux, General Manager and Owner, Max Furniture
- Vice Chair: Andrew Peebles, Senior Business Consultant, BAASS Business Solutions
- Staff: Emara Angus
- Rose Arsenault, Branch Manager, Talentcor
- Chris Ellsay, Real Estate Advisor, Ellsay Home Team/ Sutton West Coast Realty
- Mary Lou Newbold, CEO, Mayfair Optometric Clinic
- Mark Paul, Director of Sales and Marketing, Chateau Victoria
- Danielle Mulligan, Prodigy Group Liaison, Annual Giving Officer, University of Victoria
To contact or learn more about the Ambassador Committee, please email Emara Angus.
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Finance and Audit Committee
The Finance and Audit Committee works to ensure financial responsibilities of The Chamber's Board of Directors by reporting to and advising the Board on financial and audit issues.
- Chair: Kris Wirk, Partner, Dickson Dusanj & Wirk
- Staff: Cheryl Wirch-Ryckman
- Dustin Clark, Chartered Professional Accountant, Obara & Company
- Moira Hauk, Regional Manager (South Vancouver Island), Coastal Community Credit Union
- Jesse Rach-Sharpe, Prodigy Group Treasurer & Account Manager, Coastal Community Credit Union
To contact or learn more about the Finance and Audit Committee, please email Cheryl Wirch-Ryckman.
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Governance Committee
The Governance Committee monitors board development, reviews The Chamber’s bylaws and acts as a nominating committee for external appointments.
- Chair: John Wilson, Co-owner and CEO, Wilson's Group of Companies
- Vice Chair: Carmen Charette, Vice-President External Relations, University of Victoria
- Staff: Catherine Holt
To contact or learn more about the Governance Committee, please email Chamber CEO Catherine Holt.
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Public Policy and Advocacy Committee
The Public Policy and Advocacy Committee makes policy recommendations to The Chamber's Board of Directors regarding matters of importance to the business community in support of a healthy, free enterprise system. The committee lends significantly to the work of The Chamber in the goal of influencing public policy.
- Chair: John Wilson, CEO, Wilson's Group of Companies
- Vice Chair: Carmen Charette, Vice-President External Relations, University of Victoria
- Staff: Jim Zeeben
- Ian Batey, Principal, IPB Consulting Services
- Frank Bourree, CEO/Owner of Chemistry Consulting Group Inc. and GT Hiring Solutions
- Captain (Navy) Jason Boyd, Base Commander, CFB Esquimalt
- Jeff Bray, Owner of Capital Public Affairs
- Sara Burchnall, Manager of Commercial Accounts, Royal Bank of Canada
- Christina Clarke, Executive Director, Songhees Nation
- Brianna Green, Marketing Specialist, Wilson's Group of Companies
- Gary Kinar, Lawyer/Co-owner, Kinar Curry Lawyer
- Mark Mawhinney, Investment Advisor, Odlum Brown Ltd.
- Charlotte Salomon, Senior Partner, McConnan, Bion, O'Connor & Peterson
- Brian White, Senior Environmental Engineer, McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd.
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Prodigy Group Committee
The Prodigy Group provides an opportunity for emerging professionals to develop leadership skills, connect with peers, and gain community project experience.
- Chair: Danielle Mulligan, Annual Giving Officer, University of Victoria
- Vice Chair: Brianna Green, Marketing Specialist, Wilson's Group of Companies
- Past Chair: Julia Livingston, Marketing Coordinator, The Bay Centre
- Board Liaison: Al Hasham, Owner, Maximum Express, Max Furniture
- Staff: Cheryl Wirch-Ryckman
- Lindsay Block-Glass, Realtor, Modern Real Estate Team
- Erin Boggs, Owner, Robinson's Outdoor Store
- Raul Caballero, Owner, Oui Jewellery
- Daniel Fanizza, Financial Advisor, Alitis Investment Council
- Jourdan Pym, Human Resources Consultant, Western Financial Group
- Lindsay Seginson, Marketing Specialist, Seriously Creative
- Jesse Rach-Sharpe, Treasurer, Coastal Community Credit Union
- Andrew Wilson, Maintenance and Fleet Manager, Wilson’s Group of Companies
To contact or learn more about the Prodigy Group Committee, please email Cheryl Wirch-Ryckman.
