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!
Tuesday Oct 13, 2020
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT
Hosted by: Canadian Chamber of Commerce
Join the Canadian Chamber of Commerce for a conversation with a never-before-seen panel featuring three of Canada’s leading cybersecurity organizations. We’ll explore risks, issues, trends and recommendations for Canadian businesses…while encouraging and challenging you to bring forward all of your cybersecurity questions!
Andrew Loschmann, COO, Field Effect
Andrew Loschmann has a 20-year background building and managing IT security products and programs. This includes 13 years in government/defence as well as security policy development within the Government of Canada’s Privy Council Office and contributions to Canada’s Cyber Security Strategy. His technical background includes developing software and systems, cybersecurity analytics and leading incident detection and response teams.
Mark Gaudet, Business Lead, Cybersecurity Services, Canadian Internet Registration authority (CIRA)
Mark Gaudet leads the cybersecurity services team at CIRA, overseeing the technical development of new cybersecurity products and the marketing to bring them to Canadian organizations.
Mark holds a B.Sc. in engineering physics from Queens University and an MBA from the University of Ottawa. His extensive experience in DNS management began as one of the founders of a start-up that developed NetID, one of the first enterprise DNS, DHCP and IP address management products. He also sits on the board of directors of the Halifax IXP.
Alexandre Pérusse, CD, Manager of Critical Infrastructure Engagements for Business Sectors, Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (CCCS)
Alexandre Pérusse and his team manage the engagement and service delivery for small and medium business as well as the manufacturing and innovation and agri-food and safety sectors. His group’s approach focuses on national level outcomes of greatest impact on the cybersecurity of Canadians and supports all other mission lines in the CCCS.
Alexandre holds a bachelor and a master’s degree in political science from the Université de Montréal. He has also completed 12 years of service as an officer in various branches of the Canadian Forces.
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 sebastian@stouffvillechamber.ca for more information and to secure your spot.
