Our committees are open
to all members; are a great way to meet people; and are
a lot of fun. They merely await your expertise.
Policy & Government Relations
Committee- The Voice of Business for Business
This committee identifies, researches and formulates the
Board’s position on public policy and recommends an appropriate
course of action to Governing Council. The scope of this
group is extensive, covering issues affecting business:
economic development, education, taxation, planning and
transportation policies, to name a few.
The Brampton Board of Trade exists to ensure that members’
concerns regarding legislation are voiced at the municipal,
regional, provincial and federal levels of government.
Finance Committee
This committee oversees all financial aspects of the Board’s
activities, ensuring the fiscal health of the organization,
its liquidity and transparency.
Empowered to review Board expenses, the Finance committee
makes fiscal recommendations to Governing Council on all
events and projects. It’s also responsible for overseeing
the Board’s asset portfolio and developing the annual
operating budget.
Marketing Committee
The Marketing committee plays a key role in the communication
of the Board and of its activities. This committee often
finds itself reviewing existing marketing programs and
developing new ones.
Responsibilities include:
• Membership development and retention strategies
• Implementation and design of marketing activities
Multicultural Committee
As a community rich in multicultural diversity, connecting
business people of all cultures to share business and
build partnerships will have a positive impact on economic
development and quality of life in our city. This committee
is responsible for developing and implementing strategies
targeting Brampton's various cultural communities to:
raise awareness of The Brampton Board of Trade, its
programs and services; to attract ethnic businesses
and business people of all cultures to become involved
in the Board; and, develop programs and services that
meet the unique needs of Brampton's diverse business
community.
Youth and Business Committee
For the younger generation, understanding the principles
of business is becoming the language of everyday life.
As the Canadian economy continues to support entrepreneurship,
it is imperative that our youth, the leaders of tomorrow,
gain business insight early.
The objectives of this committee are:
• To develop and ensure a positive link between business
and the educational community.
• To help students make educated decisions on the realities
of working and doing business in today’s economy.
• To allocate The Brampton Board of Trade’s Business
Scholarship - President's Award of Excellence, recognizing
outstanding achievement for any Sheridan College Student
in a Business Program and residing in Brampton.
• To organize a roster of people willing to speak to
students regarding these objectives.
Business Development Committee
As a membership-based organization, The Brampton Board
of Trade strives to offer a diverse range of value-added
programs and services to its members, to help develop,
grow and promote their businesses.
In 2002, the Business Development Services Committee
was formed to review and expand the service and program
offerings of the Board to better meet the diverse needs
of its members.
The first new program to be launched by this committee
is the very successful Early Morning Trade Show networking
program, which was awarded the 2003 Ontario Chamber
of Commerce Chair's Award - recognizing innovative,
new and successful programs and initiatives. The committee
also organizes various education and training seminars
and workshops for members.
Early Morning Trade Show Committee
This committee is predominantly comprised of the Chairs
and Co-Chairs of the Board’s Early Morning Trade Show
Program, to help facilitate the ongoing growth and development
of the program. The committee also organizes “Gigantic
Networking Breakfasts” that bring all the members of
the program together for joint-networking along with
other BBOT members.
The President’s Gala Committee
Want to be behind the scenes working on one of the most
prestigious events in Brampton: The Brampton Board of
Trade’s Annual President’s Gala? The Gala committee
oversees all facets of the event, including the silent
auction, the dinner, location, set-up, and the live
band. Each year a portion of the proceeds from the event
is donated to organizations within our community.
Santa Claus Parade Committee
Every November, The Brampton Board of Trade, with the
support of the Brampton Rotary Club, hosts the Annual
Santa Claus Parade, enjoyed by over 100,000 people.
Year round, this committee works closely with hundreds
of businesses, community organizations and people to
manage the logistics, finances, production, marketing,
and safe running of the parade.
Golf Committee
The Board’s Annual Golf Day is held each year in June.
This committee organizes the tournament including prize
tables, sponsors and the day’s events.
After Business Committee
This committee organizes The Board’s monthly After Business
networking functions held 11 times throughout the year,
selecting locations and sourcing sponsors. This is an
incredible opportunity to regularly meet and network
with fellow Board members and new businesses.
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