Greetings fine people! Here are the latest Chamber updates:
Councillor Hanson Meeting
Several community group leaders met with Councillor Hanson (at his request) to begin collaborative discussion for top of mind concerns for our Hamlet. The goal is to meet three times a year in order for him to know the pulse of Bragg Creek and Area and provide updates. Items we discussed were: speeding, egress, icy pathways, development red tape, seniors housing, affordable housing, a need for updated bylaws for garbage bins to name a few. We will meet again in September. In June Councillor Hanson is having an open house so you can meet with him as well.
Business Continuation insurance
Remember our Insurance guest speaker? The key learning for me was Business Continuation insurance, and that it is often overlooked. I met a business owner this week who sadly had to liquidate as he did not have this insurance coverage and he couldn’t carry on. I thought it was worth a reminder here of its importance.
Events Calendar
Another friendly reminder to use our events calendar. There is a ‘how to’ document www.visitbraggcreek.com that explains how to upload your event. Allow 1-2 business days for approval. This is monitored by volunteers who endeavour to be timely with approving it.
Sponsor and get noticed
If you would like to sponsor Arts, Eats and Beats on Sept 16, please reach out. We are looking for main stage sponsors, as well as a spot for your business card ad on the back of the maps.
If you are a musician, or know someone who is and wants to play, please have them reach out to us at office@braggcreekchamber.com.
Benches on the Berm!
As soon as we receive the go ahead, two benches will be placed along the Berm compliments of the Chamber. Kudos out to Ventures Society for their good work in building them!
Marketing your business
We need your input for three ideas – the welcome basket, farmers market and at the Trailhead. If you want to be included in any of these opportunities to showcase your business, please let us know. Be creative with an offering, a special deal, or a product for your target audience and we can begin a bundle of business deals.
Next meeting
Our meetings are always the third Wednesday, 7-9 PM at The Post House, 36 White Ave. Bring your business cards and network. Your ideas are welcome.
Enjoy Spring,
Sherri Olsen President
