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  • 2025 Conference & Meeting

     

    Dates: May 27-28, 2025

     

    Location: Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland, 115 Cavendish Square, St. John’s, NL

     

     

    Full Conference Program

    Day One English

    Day One French

    Day Two English

    Day Two French

     

     

     

  • Welcome to St. John’s, Atlantic Chamber of Commerce 

     

    2025 Delegate Discount Program


    We’re delighted to have the opportunity to host you.

     

    Window decals will be prominently displayed by participating businesses—so keep a lookout while enjoying your time in St. John’s!

    https://destinationstjohns.com/landing/welcome-to-st-johns-atlantic-chamber-of-commerce/

     

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  • Be sure to visit the business displays throughout the conference!

    It’s a great opportunity to connect with local and regional businesses, explore innovative products and services, and spark new ideas. 

     

     

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  • Schedule of Conference Presentations

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  • Day 1 

     

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  • 8:00  AM

    Registration & Buffet Networking Breakfast

     

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    9:00AM

    Setting the Stage

    Co-Host
    Des Whelan, ACC Chair
    Rhonda Tulk-Lane, ACC CEO

     

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     Air Canada – Annual Conference Presenting Partner

     

    Air Canada proudly presents our

    Morning Keynote Speaker:

     

    Mandy Rennehan

     

     

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    9:30 AM

    Mandy Rennehan


    Public Speaker, Award-Winning Author, HGTV Host, and CEO of Freshco

    Key Note: Beyond the Boardroom: Why Grit, Guts, and Authenticity Win”

     

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    Workshop with Mandy Rennehan
     

    Your Value Proposition – Tips and Tricks to Take Away

     

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    11:00 AM

    Break

     

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    11:15 AM

    Scott McCammon

     

    Chamber Relations Regional Manager

    Topic: Boost Your Bottom Line: The Power of Chambers Plan

     

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    12:15 PM

    Buffet Lunch 

     

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    Lunch Keynote

    Ifeanyi Emesih
    CEO, My East Coast Experience


    Topic: Keeping Talent Here: Why Cultural Competency is Key to Atlantic Canada’s Immigration Success

     

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    1:30 PM

    Celebrating Immigration


    Recognizing 5 of the Most Inspiring Immigrants in Newfoundland & Labrador-

    Certificates presented by Katie Norman, Assistant Deputy Minister, Immigration and Population Growth & Rhonda Tulk-Lane CEO, ACC

     

    Dr. Paula Mendonça - Dr. Paul Banahene Adjei  - Dr. Sevtap Savas  - Dr. Desai Shan  - Dr. Sulaimon Giwa

     

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    1:45 PM

    Immigration Panel Discussion


    Hosted by Ifeanyi Emesih
    Panelists: 

    Dr. Desai Shan · Dr. Sevtap Savas ·

    Michael Chubbs - Bianca McGregor

     

     

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    2:45 PM

    Break

     

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    3:00 PM

     

    Proudly Presents

    Chamber Peers’ Best Practices Session

     

     

     

  • Conference Chamber Supper

     

    Location: Yellow Belly and UnderBelly Speakeasy

    6:00 PM Bus Leaves Hotel

    6:15 PM Networking Reception

    6:45 PM Supper

     

    Screech In -  hosted by


     

     

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    7:45 AM 

    Buffet Breakfast & Networking

     

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    8:15 AM

    Annual General Meeting

     

    Swearing-in of New Chair, Margo Soucy

     

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    9:00 AM

    Keynote Address: 

     

    Candace Laing

    CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, shares her vision for the future.

     

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    9:30 AM

    Fireside Chat 

    Candace Laing & Gerry Protti

    Discussing Canadian Chambers’ Role during Global Unrest

     

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    10:30 AM

    Break

     

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    10:45 AM

    Stewart Muir

     

    CEO of Resources Works

    Topic: From Chamber to City Hall: Effective Advocacy Strategies

    Panel: 

    Madeline Biso - Nicholas Cunningham-Nicholas Sehl

     

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    11:45 AM

    Buffet Lunch 

     

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    12:45 PM

    Brandon Ellis

     

    VP Policy Atlantic Chamber of Commerce

    Topic: Mastering Policy Resolutions for Impact

     

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    2:15 PM

    Closing Remarks

    Rhonda Tulk-Lane

    CEO, Atlantic Chamber of Commerce

     

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    2025 Conference Sponsors 

     

    Thank you to our amazing sponsors  for making this conference possible. Your support helps us create a meaningful experience for attendees, bringing together leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across the industry. We’re grateful for your partnership and proud to showcase your commitment to our shared mission.

     

     

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  • 2025 Conference Partners

     

    Thank you to our incredible conference partners for helping bring this event to life. Your partnership enables us to deliver a valuable and inspiring experience for all attendees, uniting leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across the industry. We deeply appreciate your support and are proud to highlight your dedication to our shared vision.

     

     

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  • Business Truth & Reconciliation Business Truth & Reconciliation

    The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce takes proactive steps to promote reconciliation and respect for Indigenous rights within the corporate sector. In response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call to Action 92, the Chamber urges its members to embrace the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples as a guiding framework.

     

    Recognizing the importance of education, the Chamber encourages businesses to provide comprehensive training for management and staff on the history of Indigenous peoples, including the legacy of residential schools, Indigenous rights, and Aboriginal-Crown relations. Emphasizing intercultural competency, conflict resolution, and anti-racism, these efforts aim to foster a more inclusive and harmonious corporate environment rooted in mutual understanding and respect.

    Learn more click here