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  • 2025 Conference & Meeting

     

    Dates: May 27-28, 2025

     

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

     

     

     

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

    Chambre de commerce de l’Atlantique!

     

    2025 Delegate Discount Program


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

     

    St. John’s offers an urban experience like no other. A port city that rises dramatically from the ocean and hugged by endless coastlines will greet you, as will a host of colourful characters whose vernacular will have you both smiling and curious. St. John’s has an eclectic sophistication, interesting culinary delights with wide open spaces and outdoor adventures right on its doorstep.

    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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  • Schedule of Conference Presentations

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  • Day 1 

     

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    8:00 – 9:00 AM

    Registration & Buffet Networking Breakfast

     

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    Opening Remarks


    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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    Mandy Rennehan


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

    Mandy's Bio

     

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    Break

     

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    Workshop with Mandy Rennehan
     

    Your Value Proposition – Tips and Tricks to Take Away

     

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    Scott McCammon

     

    Chamber Relations Regional Manager

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

    Scott's Bio

     

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    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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    Break

     

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    Immigration Panel Discussion


    Hosted by Ifeanyi Emesih
    Panelists from Chambers and the Community

     

     

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    Celebrating Immigration


    Recognizing the Most Inspiring Immigrants in Atlantic Canada
    Presented by Minister Sarah Stoodley

     

  •  Mount Pearl-Paradise Chamber of Commerce

     

    Proudly Presents

    Chamber Peers’ Best Practices Session

     

     

     

  • Conference Chamber Supper

     

    Location: Yellow Belly and UnderBelly Speakeasy

    6:30 PM 
     

    Shuttle times to be announced on the day of the event.

  • Day 2 

     

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    7:45 AM – 8:15 AM 

    Buffet Breakfast & Networking

     

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    Annual General Meeting

     

    Swearing-in of New Chair, Margo Soucy

     

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    Keynote Address: 

     

    Candace Laing

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

    Candace's Bio

     

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    Fireside Chat 

     

    Candace Laing & Gerry Protti

    Discussing Canadian Chambers’ Role during Global Unrest

     

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    Break

     

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    Stewart Muir

     

    CEO of Resources Works

    Topic: From Chamber to City Hall: Effective Advocacy Strategies

     

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    Buffet Lunch 

     

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    Brandon Ellis

     

    VP Policy Atlantic Chamber of Commerce

    Topic: Mastering Policy Resolutions for Impact

     

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    2:00 PM Closing Remarks

    Rhonda Tulk-Lane,

    CEO, Atlantic Chamber of Commerce

     

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    2025 Conference Sponsors & Partners

     

    Thank you to our amazing sponsors and partners 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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  • Preferred Air Line Carrier for the Conference

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    Annual Conference Presenting Partner for Keynote Mandy Rennehan.

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  • Media Partner for Annual Conference and AGM. 

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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