September 2014 Newsletter

The Newmarket Chamber of Commerce Newsletter

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Business Excellence Awards

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Upcoming Events

The Newmarket Chamber Business Excellence Awards

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Municipal Elections pg. 5

Exciting New Innovation Updates pg. 7

September 2014

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Board of Directors Chair Chair Rob Chaggares Rob Chaggares Chaggares & Bonhomme, Chaggares & Bonhomme, Chartered Accountants Chartered Accountants

Director Director Lorne Cooper Lorne Cooper Century 21 Heritage Century 21 Heritage Group Ltd., Brokerage Group Ltd., Brokerage

1st Vice Chair 1st Vice Chair Veronica Williams Veronica Williams snapd Newmarket snapd Newmarket

Director Director Simon Fenn Kirsten Eastwood Fenn & Fenn Insurance Practice Inc.

2nd Vice Chair 2nd Vice Chair Kevin Murdoch Kevin Murdoch The Murdoch Group The Murdoch Group Private Wealth Private Wealth Management Management

Director Director Claudine Johns Simon Fenn RBC Royal Bank Fenn & Fenn Insurance Practice Inc.

Past Chair Past Chair Steve Hinder Steve Hinder Magna International Inc. Magna International Inc. Secretary/Treasurer Secretary/Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick Scott Fitzpatrick Bateman Graham & Bateman Graham & Fitzpatrick Chartered Fitzpatrick Chartered Accountants Accountants

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Director Director Jim Alexander Jim Alexander Tim Hortons Tim Hortons Director Director James Burgess James Burgess Focus31 Focus31

Director Director Neil Moore Claudine Johns York Region Media RBC Royal Bank Group Director Director Gary Ryan Neil Moore Southlake Regional York Region Media Health Centre Group Director Director Sabine Schleese Gary Ryan SCHLEESE - The Female Southlake Regional Saddle Specialist Health Centre Director Sabine Schleese SCHLEESE - The Female Saddle Specialist

Newmarket Chamber of Commerce 470 Davis Dr. (The Old Railway Station) Newmarket, ON L3Y 2P3 Newmarket Chamber of Commerce Phone: 905-898-5900 Fax: 905-853-7271 470 Davis Dr. (The Old Railway Station) Newmarket, ON L3Y 2P3 newmarketchamber.ca | info@newmarketchamber.ca Phone: 905-898-5900 Fax: 905-853-7271 Newmarket Chamber of Commerce Staff newmarketchamber.ca | info@newmarketchamber.ca President & CEO: Debra Scott Newmarket Chamber of Commerce Staff Business Development Manager: Tracy Walter President & CEO: Debra Scott Office Manager: Lori Clayton Business Development Manager: Tracy Walter Event Manager: Rosanne Antunes Office Manager: Lori Clayton Administrative Assistant: Astero Prattas Event Manager: Rosanne Antunes Administrative Assistant: Anne Savage Administrative Assistant: Astero Prattas Event Coordinator: Suzie Di Genarro Administrative Assistant: Anne Savage Member Services Coordinator: Lauren Davie Event Coordinator: Suzie Di Genarro Smart Commute Central York Staff Member Services Coordinator: Lauren Davie Program Manager: Pat Lusink Business Development Coordinator: Kareen Awadalla Program Services Coordinator: Dar Sadettan Smart Commute Central York Staff Member Services Coordinator: Jennifer Brien Program Manager: Pat Lusink Auditor: BDO Canada LLP Member Services Coordinator: Jennifer Brien Auditor: BDO Canada LLP

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South Africa Info Session 1 Member Orientation 1 Monday, September 15 Thursday, August 28 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm 8:00 am - 9:00 am Location: NCOC Location: NCOC

Golf Tournament 1 $ Tuesday, September Important Dates 16 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 28 Home Show Location: RedCrest 24 29 25 30 26 27 28 29 30 Pre-Registration 2014 Returning Exhibitors: After Hours ø July 28 - August 15 Wednesday, September 24 Breakfast Networking 1 $ Breakfast Networking $ Chamber Members: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Tuesday, September 9 Tuesday, August 12 August 18 - August 29 Location: Treefrog Inc. 7:00 am - 9:00 am 7:00 am - 9:00 am Open to the Public: Location: Cardinal Golf Club Location: St. Andrew’s Valley September 2, 2014 YRBiz-Advertising Online 1 Sponsor: Europa Travel & Golf Course Thursday, September 25 Tours Sponsor: Birnie Electric Ltd. Golf Tournament 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Early Bird Deadline Location: York Region NYPG MENTORready YRBiz Reputation Friday, August 15 Municipal Offices Workshop 1 Management 1 Save $25 single Tuesday, September 9 Wednesday, August 13 and $120 foursome Member Orientation 1 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Thursday, September 25 Location: NCOC Location: Treefrog Inc. Business Excellence 8:00 am - 9:00 am Awards Early Bird Location: NCOC YRBiz Series Import/Export South Africa Deadline Conference $ Information 1Session 1 Tuesday, September 16 NYPG MENTORready September Wednesday, August 20 10 Tickets 65% Sold Out Workshop 1 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Thursday, September 25 Location: Novotel Vaughan Location: NCOC 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Location: NCOC 14 10 15 11 16 12 17 13 21 17 22 18 23 19 24 20

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Business Excellence Awards Newmarket Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 25 Years of Business Excellence The Newmarket Business Excellence Awards were launched to celebrate excellence in business 25 years ago. As we observe the 25th year of the awards, the award recipients and nominees continue to provide an ongoing source of inspiration and pride in the Newmarket business community.

Past winners have told us:

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“I was humbled just to be nominated and even more so to win among such outstanding competition.”

“I find the Newmarket Chamber very progressive for not just being about the bottom line. They included giving back in their criteria.”

“I wanted to take a shot at starting a company of my own from scratch. I said ‘If I don’t, I’ll never know’.”

Looking Back The awards were formerly known as the “Past Presidents” & “Hall of Distinction” Business Excellence Awards and receptions were have been held in the Great Hall at Pickering College, Glenway Country Club, Cardinal Golf Club and now at our current venue The Manor at Carrying Place Golf & Country Club.

Over the years a variety of businesses have been nominated and recognized for excellence, some on more than one occasion, for different categories; Allied Global Holdings, Mars, Microcel Corporation, & Viex Inc. Looking back, many interesting things have happened, such as the year a fire alarm was pulled at Pickering College and the building was evacuated until the Fire Department gave the all clear.

Over time the award categories have changed several times. One of the most interesting categories was the “Founders Award” which honoured the founding fathers/mothers of the Newmarket business community, the people without whose hard work and dedication (often given over a lifetime of achievement) Newmarket would not be the commercial centre it is today. Did you know that one of our past winners was Robert Simpson who was a town merchant? He opened a small store at the North West corner of Main and Timothy called Simpson & Trent Groceries, Boots, Shoes & Dry Goods. In later years the name was changed to Robert Simpson Co. and he moved the store to Queen St. Toronto.

25th Anniversary Celebration This year’s event is a major milestone and we are extremely excited to have added an “After Party” with dessert stations, DJ and dancing to celebrate. We hope you will join us for the celebration.

Thursday, October 16, 2014 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM The Manor, Event Venue

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Your Events August Breakfast Networking Event August 12th, 2014 - St. Andrew’s Valley Golf Course

Patrick (Legal Shield), Dave (Distinctive Alternative Investments), Brock (Isagenix), Brian (MOS Productions)

John (Birnie Electric Ltd) – Presented Norman (Art of Life) with a sleep soundly safety kit door prize.

Debra (Newmarket Chamber of Commerce), John (Birnie Electric Ltd), Sabine (Schleese Saddlery Service)

Thank you to Birnie Electric Ltd for sponsoring the August breakfast networking event at St. Andrew’s Valley Golf Course. During his presentation, John (Electrical Solutions Advisor) spoke about how to keep your home safe and how to avoid those hidden electrical hazards.

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, September 10 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

York Region Fifth Annual

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Novotel, Vaughan $40+ HST - incl. breakfast @YRBizSeries

Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement

Join us at the York Region Fifth Annual Import/Export Conference to explore business opportunities under the new Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). Hear from Experts representing multiple facets of the international trade community, who will share their insight into how to access business opportunities beyond Canada’s borders. With a presentation by Ambassador Werner Wnendt, Ambassador to Canada for Germany.

Networking

SPEED MENTORING

Wednesday, October 1, 2014 Pickering College Newmarket Advice 6:00pm – 8:30pm Are you an entrepreneur or professional under the age of 40? Do you have staff that are under 40 and could benefit from an evening of networking, business advice and professional growth? Join the Newmarket Young Professionals Group for the 2014 Speed Mentoring Event. Visit newmarketchamber.ca or newmarketypg.ca for more details.

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For Your Information 2014 All Candidates Open House and Debate - Municipal Election 2014

Newmarket Chamber of Commerce Panel Series

The next Municipal Election in the Town of Newmarket will be held on Monday, October 27, 2014.

Join the Newmarket Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Newmarket Public Library as we present our second Panel Discussion.

Celebrating Local Women Entrepreneurs From Start Up to Exit

Your vote is an essential part of ensuring prosperity and growth for our community. Mark the date and plan to vote. Turn your views into votes.

The Newmarket Chamber of Commerce is a neutral organization that hosts candidate debates during municipal, provincial and federal elections. The Chamber will solicit candidate positions on specific topics and their responses will be posted on the Chamber website.

All Candidates Debate and Open House Tuesday, October 7, 2014 Newmarket Theatre Doors open 6:00 pm, Debate 7:00 pm Open House Meet the candidates for the upcoming Municipal Election –all candidates for ward councillors, the offices of Mayor and Regional Councillor and School Board Trustees will be on hand for you to meet and ask questions at an informal session.

All-Candidates Debate A moderated panel will ask the Mayor and Regional Councillor Candidates questions on various policies and platforms of interest to our community. Questions will be drawn from a cross section of topics presubmitted by residents and local businesses.

Questions from the audience will also be invited as time allows.

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Thursday, October 23, 2014 8:30 am – 11:00 am Newmarket Public Library

Panel Discussions Meet and interact with a panel of successful Women Entrepreneurs. Learn their secrets to success from taking that first brave leap, working through the obstacles, building a business and planning a successful exit. Come out for this great opportunity to learn, network and connect.

Featuring: Nicky Middleton Brainspace Publishing Inc. Focus - Perspectives From a Start-Up Beth Stevenson Brain Power Studio Focus - Challenges & Rewards of Entrepreneurship Ingrid Kulbach Former Owner, fraktals ‘Spectacular Chocolate Cashew Buttercrunch’ Focus - Views on Entrepreneurship from Growing, Building and Selling your Business Sponsors: September 2014

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Member Spotlight Welcome New Members Please support and network with the following new members: D.O.T. Furniture

Mindbody Matters Hypnosis

Newmarket Squash Club

Oxford Learning Centre

Invision Design Studio

Munimentum Inc.

Main St. Diner

ProfitPoint Communications

Claire Warwick 20 Davis Dr. Newmarket L3Y 2M7 (905) 830-9600 dotnewmarket@dotcanada.com dot-furniture.com Ian Boddaert 200 Narinia Cres.

Newmarket L3X 2E1 (416) 410-0815 ian@invisiondesign.net invisiondesignstudio.ca

Russo Corp.

Santina Zito 78 Wellington St. E. Aurora L4G 1H8 (905) 503-3328 zito@russocanhelp.com russocanhelp.com

Tina Beattie 415 Davis Dr. Newmarket L3Y 2N8 (905) 898-9090 tinabeat@gmail.com www.mindbodymatters.ca

Joel Charters 607 McBean Ave. Newmarket L3X 2L5 (416) 892-4939 jcharters@munimentum.ca munimentum.ca

Jason Laidler P.O. Box 248 Queensville L0G 1R0 (416) 898-3635 thepipingplanner@rogers.com newmarketsquash.ca

Arnold Stainmez 13 Main St. S. Newmarket L3Y 3Y1 (905) 853-6280 kstainmez@hotmail.com

Syliva Martignani 212 - 16775 Yonge St. Newmarket L3Y 8J4 (647) 405-2530 sylvia_martignani@hotmail. com

Paul Weston Newmarket (905) 407-7963 pweston@profitpoint.ca profitpoint.ca

Smiles at Summer Hill Dental Laura Lisk 2 - 16880 Yonge St. Newmarket L3Y 0A3 (905) 715-7355 lauralisk1083@gmail.com summerdental.ca

Thank you for being a member:

11 Years • Fenn & Fenn Insurance Practice Inc.

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• Michael Larkin - Larkin & Associates 18 years in business. larkinassociates.com • Mike Rathke - 12 years at MR Wardrobe Consultant Ltd. mrwardrobe.ca

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Innovation Updates The Innovation Imperative: Disrupt, or Be Disrupted Peter Diamandis, famous for creating the X-Prize for commercial space flight, often speaks about the exponential pace of change and fundamental shifts in business markets, technologies and processes – a new reality that organizations of all sizes are facing. His stark observation is that for any business, you must disrupt or be disrupted. While that sentiment can seem threatening, his premise that is the exponential change dynamic is creating an abundance of opportunities for businesses that are willing to pursue them.

And that opens a discussion of how companies navigate disruptions, ensuring not only survivability but a thriving, growing business. Forbes magazine in 2013 identified that where the external environment is driving disruptive changes, a key strategy for companies is to change the game internally; essentially, this requires “accelerating the speed of execution, as well as your agility to recognize opportunities”.

Most small businesses are really focused on day-today priorities, with little time to address changing market dynamics. Change also carries risks, whether ensuring that new products/services are accepted by the market, creating uncertainty with an organization’s staff, and whether or not a new direction will ultimately be successful. Often times, the challenges associated with disruption and change result in an organization not being able to adapt to significant market changes quickly enough.

One approach for small businesses to consider in managing innovation and change, is to build a network of individuals who can help “think through” next steps, prioritizing the strategies and activities.

This network could include key personnel, trusted members of an industry or sector association, or local community members, but they should all be aware of the innovation imperative and focused on finding solutions to it.

This “sounding-board” approach will help align creative thinking with market realities.

Organizations that offer Peer Groups and mentoring opportunities, such as the Newmarket Chamber, are geared to provide this kind of support.

Like a well-balanced portfolio, innovation can be diversified for a small organization: small, incremental changes can be balanced with larger ones, and planting the seeds for radical innovation.

It takes commitment, courage, and capability to be able to confidently navigate a world of exponential change. Those leaders who choose to pursue an innovation strategy have a stronger foundation from which to lead disruption in their sector, or to more effectively manage external disruptive dynamics.

For more reading on the concepts of Disruption, Innovation and Abundance, check out abundancehub.com InnovationBoothBanner20140318final.pdf 1 3/20/2014 10:55:30 AM

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New Funding Program for Young Entrepreneurs (18-29 years old): OCE SmartStart Fund The Ontario Centres of Excellence has launched a new funding program for technology or innovation based startup companies, led by an entrepreneur 18-29 years old. The program will provide eligible applicants with funding of up to $35,000 per start up to launch and grow their business. It includes: $30,000 in seed financing (1:1 matching), $5,000 in entrepreneurship skills training and professional support services and access to regional business and investment networks.

For more information on the OCE Smart Start Fund, visit www.oce-ontario.org/getting-started/ entrepreneurs-startups September 2014

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