Charlottetown, PE (Dec. 14, 2023) – The Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) and its Board of Directors are pleased to announce the appointment of Bianca McGregor as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 15, 2024.
“We are excited to welcome Bianca as our new CEO. With her diverse experience and strong connections in our Island community, we are confident she will further strengthen the Chamber through increased advocacy, engagement, and action on business priorities for a sustainable business future in our community,” said Chamber Board President Kim Griffin. “We look forward to working with her to advance the priorities of our members in our business community and with key stakeholders.”
An Islander from Montague, Bianca brings extensive experience in the not-for-profit sector, most recently serving as Executive Director of the Island Nature Trust (the Trust). Prior to her work with the Trust, Bianca spent over a decade in PEI and Western Canada in senior management roles - including at the RCMP Heritage Centre, Canadian Mental Health Association, and Health Canada - with experience overseeing various aspects including advocacy, strategic partnership development, grants and contributions, programming, marketing, and events.
She also brings experience as an entrepreneur in a family-owned jewellery business.
“I am honoured to step into the role of CEO at the Chamber,” Bianca said. “I look forward to working closely with our members, stakeholders, and the broader community to champion innovation, nurture business development, and advocate for the collective interests of the business community.”
She holds a Business degree from UPEI. Bianca lives in Mayfield with her husband, their youngest son and rescue dog.
With over 1,150 members the Chamber is the voice for business representing collectively over 25,000 employees on the Island.
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Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce Announces New CEO
Thursday, December 14, 2023
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Business Truth & Reconciliation
The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce is taking 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. This entails a commitment to meaningful consultation, fostering respectful relationships, and obtaining the free, prior, and informed consent of Indigenous peoples before embarking on economic projects. Moreover, the Chamber advocates for equitable access to employment, training, and educational opportunities for Indigenous communities, ensuring they reap sustainable benefits from economic development initiatives.
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.
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