Welcome to the heart of the Greater Stouffville Chamber’s vibrant business community — our exciting events page! Here, you’ll discover a calendar packed with diverse opportunities designed to inspire, connect, and empower our members. From monthly member-hosted networking nights to insightful economic and government affairs breakfasts, our events are crafted to cater to every interest and need.
Join us for gala dinners that celebrate our community’s achievements, engage in Special Interest Group events that foster collaboration among like-minded professionals, and attend educational workshops to sharpen your skills and knowledge. With something for everyone, our events provide the perfect platform to grow your network, learn from industry leaders, and elevate your business.
Many of our events are free for members, and members always enjoy discounted rates, making it even more rewarding to be part of the Greater Stouffville Chamber community. Be sure to register early, as our events sell out quickly. Dive in and explore the opportunities that await you — your next great connection or breakthrough idea could be just an event away!
Thursday May 4, 2023
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Vaughan Business and Entrepreneurship Centre (VBEC) presents this four-part workshop series that will help you work on your business plan and create a viable budget and financial projections for your business. This is a free, virtual program, designed for startups and established small businesses to get their ideas on paper through a step-by-step process of developing a business plan. A well-written, realistic business plan that clearly articulates what you’ve already done and what you plan to do is a core requirement for qualifying for grant, loan and investment opportunities.
On top of the training sessions, all participants will be given an opportunity to book 30-minute one-on-one meetings with the entrepreneur advisor to get feedback on their business and financial plans.
Session 1: Idea, Business Viability and Market Research – validating your business idea, vision, mission and market research to test your business assumptions
Topics covered in this session will include:
Please note, registrants will receive a Zoom link 10 minutes before the session starts, and this four-part workshop series will be scheduled and repeated eight times until November 2023 at different timeslots to accommodate various schedules. Visit each topic registration page for alternative options.
Business Planning Launchpad Series training is highly recommended to those participants interested in applying for the grant for the Starter Company Plus program.
Matt is a serial entrepreneur, speaker and brand creator. He’s created multiple 7 figure brands and launched 8 successful Kickstarter projects all based on the power of shopper feedback. His work has been featured in Forbes, Business Insider and Entrepreneur. He is the CEO and Co-founder of ProductPinion, a market research and intelligence software platform. ProductPinion helps ecommerce entrepreneurs increase their sales by connecting them to over 20 000 shoppers who are ready to give instant feedback on which ideas, designs or products will sell best.
Unlock unparalleled opportunities by sponsoring events with the Greater Stouffville Chamber of Commerce. Join fellow business leaders, community partners, and local influencers to forge valuable connections and collaborations that will enrich both our community and your business. As a sponsor, your business will gain exceptional visibility and showcase its commitment to supporting our vibrant local business community, all while being in front of influential business and political leaders in the region.
Our diverse lineup of events includes the Annual Spring Dinner featuring the Mayor’s State of the Town Address, the fall Greater Stouffville Business Hall of Fame Dinner, the winter Economic Outlook Breakfast, monthly member-hosted networking nights, and other exciting events throughout the year. We offer a variety of sponsorship levels to position your brand and engage in meaningful ways to achieve your goals. Additionally, we are eager to collaborate with sponsors to create tailored event opportunities and offer bundling deals for sponsoring multiple events.
Our dynamic Chamber sold out all its events in 2024, making sponsorship a fantastic way to elevate your business presence in Greater Stouffville. Don’t miss this chance to connect with key community figures. Contact us at christian@stouffvillechamber.ca to explore sponsorship opportunities.
The Greater Stouffville Chamber is pleased to offer Special Interest Groups (SIGs) as part of our initiative to enhance member engagement and connectivity. These SIGs are communities within our Chamber that focus on advancing specific areas of interest, fostering collaboration among members with shared goals.
Currently, we have launched two SIGs:
Each SIG is led by a Chamber member and is designed to drive change and produce solutions through communication, meetings, and organized events. These groups provide unique opportunities to network with peers, share resources, and develop strategies to address challenges specific to their focus area.
Participation in a SIG is exclusive to Chamber members, making it an excellent opportunity for professional growth and community building. If you or someone you know is interested in joining one of our SIGs, please contact us at taya@stouffvillechamber.ca for more information and to secure your spot.
