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2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
LOUISVOULOUKOS
Past Chair
Lawrence, Lawrence, Stevenson LLP
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USHASRINIVASAN BReady.ai
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THE WONDERFUL TEAM AT BRAMPTON BOARD OF TRADE
VIJAIKUMARSINGH
Manager,Policy& GovernmentRelations
SONIAD’ALIMONTE Manager,Events
JAIPAUL MASSEY-SINGH
Corporate Executive Officer
NATALIEWILLIAMS
Sr.Membership SuccessLead
BRIANNALANGAN
Events&Member EngagementCoordinator
JENNIFERLALONDE
DirectorofOperations
JOSHUABULATOVICH
Manager,Marketing & Communications
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2025 Events Highlights 2025 Events Highlights
FINANCE REPORT FINANCE REPORT
Massey-Singh CEO, Brampton Board of Trade
Jaipaul
FY25 Finance Report
For the fiscal year July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025
EconomicConditionsinCanada
Persistent inflationary pressures
Uncertainty with interest rates impacting borrowing & investment
Supply chain disruptions are raising costs
Consumer spending constraints affecting membership dues
ImpactonBBOT
Brampton businesses facing higher rents, staffing costs, & tariffs
Events sector: demand strong but costs keep rising
Membership dues: decline due to significantly reduced discretionary spending
Services: modest growth through digital adoption
Businesses adapting but with the trickle-down effect on their bottom lines, there are very tight margins
FY25AuditSummary
FY25 audit results presented by Doane, Grant Thorton LLP
October 10 – BBOT Management approved to be presented to Finance Committee
October 14 – Finance Committee approved to be presented to BOD
October 24 – Board of Directors approved to be presented at AGM
Unqualified opinion: financials fairly presented under ASNPO standards
Seamless transition from MacGillivray Brampton to new auditors
FinancialPosition
Net operating deficit: ($157,744) in FY25 vs ($125,927) in FY24
Fund balance: ($95,484)
Drivers: inflation, rising costs, significantly reduced discretionary spending among members
Revenue growth lagging behind expenditure escalation
Limited investments to strategic priorities while managing expenses
PersonnelChanges
Added Marketing & Communications Manager in July 2024 – existing position fill Departure of Account Development Manager in February 2025, with a replacement hire of our Sr. Membership Success Lead in July 2025
Added a new position - Events & Engagement Coordinator Net increase of +1 staff member
RevenueTrends
ExpenditureTrends
RiskandAdjustments
Credit Risk: stable, A/R up 25% due to staffing gap
Liquidity Risk: cash reserves down 53%, offset by 31% A/P reduction
Audit Adjustments: 10 entries (vs 17 in FY24)
BReady collaborations (AJE2), event sponsorship (AJE1, AJE3), accrued liabilities (AJE4, AJE7 and AJE8)
Accessibility Fund Grant separation (AJE10)
Doubtful accounts (AJE9) & payroll accrual corrections (AJE5, AJE6)
FutureStrategyAdoptions
Revenue Diversification through digital services and partnerships
Cost Optimization through vendor renegotiation and automation
Cash Flow Enhancements via receivables control and early payment incentives
Rightsizing through ROI-based hiring
Grant Optimization by pursuing government and/or private funding
Scenario Forecasting with increased stress-test budgets
Governance Enhancements through stronger controls & transparency
Tosummarize…
BBOT FY25 audit: clean opinion, but deficit highlights increased fiscal pressures
Brampton businesses are adapting but being extremely challenged
The Board’s role is to steward resilience, innovate revenue and strengthen governance
Vijai Kumar Singh Policy & Government Relations Manager, Brampton Board of Trade
2025 Advocacy Highlights 2025 Advocacy Highlights
2025AdvocacyHighlights
A year of new partnerships, increased visibility, and a sharpened focus on community
Housing15blogs,2events,2budgetsubmissions,3roundtables,1 subcommittee,1majorpolicywin
Transit17blogs,2budgetsubmissions,4roundtables,1subcommittee, 1event,1whitepaper,2majorpolicywins
WorkforceDevelopment7blogs,2budgetsubmissions,2roundtables, 1two-dayevent
AdvocacyContent
Never Board of Trade has garnered 4000+ listens across all platforms and ~5000 views for clips
In 2025, Around the Corner has generated 100,000+ views
StrategicAdvocacyPartnerships
Bythenumbers...
Hosted 7 Minister engagements for our members
Engaged 10 new collaborators and advocacy partners
Participated in 13 delegations for advocacy efforts
Published 30+ advocacy related blog posts
Hosted 2 new policy related events engaging over 230 attendees
Passed 2 resolutions at the Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Generated 100,000+ views on advocacy related content
Provided 3 students with professional development opportunities
Hosted 10 debates across 2 elections
Released our first ever whitepaper
EarlyBCIFindings
Confidence in Brampton’s economic future: 49% (same as Canada at 49%)
Higher confidence in own business: 65%
53% say Brampton’s economy is worse than 12 months ago
Tariffs:
Overall expenses: 46% negative impact, 6% positive, 49% no impact
Access to the US market: 32% negative, 7% positive, 61% no impact
Overall revenues: 46% negative, 8% positive, 46% no impact
Access to international markets: 19% negative, 8% positive, 72% no impact
Capital expenditures: 44% negative, positive 4%, 52% no impact
Staffing levels: 24% negative, 4% positive, 72% no impact
CivicEngagement
Past Voting: Brampton Municipal Election: 51% voted
Ontario Provincial Election: 86% voted
Canadian Federal Election: 88% voted
Voting intentions: 57% are highly likely to vote in the next municipal election
64% believe the BBoT is doing an excellent/good job, 24% believe we can do even more
CompletetheBCIandreadourwhitepaper!
Whitepaper
2026 PLAN 2026 PLAN
CEO, Brampton Board of Trade
Jaipaul Massey-Singh
Board of Directors: Driving Business Success Board of Directors: Driving Business Success
What’s coming in 2026
Vision To be Brampton’s most trusted engine for a connected, prosperous, and diverse business community - proudly making our city the most desired place to successfully start, grow, and lead locally and globally.
Mission We elevate Brampton’s business community by connecting people, delivering results-focused advocacy, and providing trusted support that helps our members grow, thrive, and give back.
Strategic Priority Champion Inclusive
Economic Leadership
BBOT will be the leading force for equitable, representative business growth in Brampton - amplifying the voices, needs, and aspirations of businesses across size, sector, and stage.
We will actively support the participation and prosperity of women, immigrants, small businesses, and underrepresented entrepreneurs, ensuring Brampton’s growth is inclusive by design, not by chance.
Strategic Priority Champion Inclusive
Economic Leadership
BBOT will be the leading force for equitable, representative business growth in Brampton - amplifying the voices, needs, and aspirations of businesses across size, sector, and stage.
We will actively support the participation and prosperity of women, immigrants, small businesses, and underrepresented entrepreneurs, ensuring Brampton’s growth is inclusive by design, not by chance.
What that means in 2026
Targeted outreach and onboarding for diverse member segments
Affinity forums (e.g., women in tech, newcomer entrepreneurs)
Equity-focused storytelling and awards, Partnerships with cultural chambers and nonprofits
BBOT will institutionalize its role as Brampton’s most trusted connector.
Strategic Priority Unlock High Impact Connections and Growth Opportunities
We will scale our matchmaking, peer learning, and mentorship efforts to help members access opportunities, knowledge, capital, and collaboration.
Connection becomes a strategic asset, not just a by-product of events.
BBOT will institutionalize its role as Brampton’s most trusted connector.
Strategic Priority Unlock High Impact Connections and Growth Opportunities
We will scale our matchmaking, peer learning, and mentorship efforts to help members access opportunities, knowledge, capital, and collaboration.
Connection becomes a strategic asset, not just a by-product of events.
What that means in 2026
New sector-based networks and forums,
CRM-powered member matchmaking
Structured mentorship
Training and development partnerships
Resource guides and curated partner offerings
Strategic Priority Lead
with Purposeful Advocacy and Civic Influence
BBOT will elevate its influence as Brampton’s non-partisan business voice—mobilizing members, informing civic dialogue, and shaping policy outcomes that matter.
Our advocacy will be transparent, member-informed, and visible across every platform we touch.
Strategic Priority Lead
with Purposeful Advocacy and Civic Influence
BBOT will elevate its influence as Brampton’s non-partisan business voice—mobilizing members, informing civic dialogue, and shaping policy outcomes that matter.
Our advocacy will be transparent, member-informed, and visible across every platform we touch.
What that means in 2026
Member-informed policy agenda and advocacy calendar
Regular Policy & Priorities briefings
Civic engagement campaigns and candidate forums
Participation in city planning, infrastructure, and investment consultations
Additional white papers and thought-leadership
Strategic Priority Deliver
Signature Platforms that Elevate Brand, Belonging, and Impact
BBOT will design and scale a focused set of high-profile platforms, both in-person and digital, that deliver measurable outcomes for members, sponsors, and the broader community.
These will blend storytelling, recognition, influence, and celebration, ensuring BBOT is where Brampton’s business momentum is most visible.
Strategic Priority Deliver
Signature Platforms that Elevate Brand, Belonging, and Impact
BBOT will design and scale a focused set of high-profile platforms, both in-person and digital, that deliver measurable outcomes for members, sponsors, and the broader community.
These will blend storytelling, recognition, influence, and celebration, ensuring BBOT is where Brampton’s business momentum is most visible.
What that means in 2026
New signature events – 40 under 40
Expanding BBOT podcast and digital storytelling strategy
Sponsorship model redesign with ROI metrics
Brampton business brand campaigns
Cross-sector convenings (e.g., healthcare, trade, innovation)
BBOT will build a data-informed, segmented, and selfnavigable membership experience
Strategic Priority
Every business, from startup to corporate anchor, will know what BBOT offers, how to engage, and what success looks like.
Provide a Smart, Personalized Member Experience
This is how we increase retention, activation, and trust.
BBOT will build a data-informed, segmented, and selfnavigable membership experience
Strategic Priority
Every business, from startup to corporate anchor, will know what BBOT offers, how to engage, and what success looks like.
Provide a Smart, Personalized Member Experience
This is how we increase retention, activation, and trust. What that means in 2026
Smart onboarding pathways and “design-your-ownjourney” tools
Tiered membership packages with clear ROI
Member impact dashboards and engagement analytics
Proactive outreach and churn prevention models
To learn more Strategic Plan virtual townhalls – January 2026
BOYDREID
2026 Chair
UPJITKAURKANSAL
Chair Elect
KATESALDANHA
2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
REENASOHI
Hop In Technologies GABRIELLAGUNES
J D Factors Corporation
Past Chair Prouse, Dash & Crouch
DEEPINDERSINGH
Royal Bank of Canada
Maple Lodge Farms
OUTGOING CHAIR OUTGOING CHAIR
Kate Saldanha
Outgoing Chair, Brampton Board of Trade
INCOMING CHAIR INCOMING CHAIR
Boyd Reid Newly Appointed Chair, Brampton Board of Trade
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