Don’t miss out on the Whitecourt & District Chamber of Commerce’s economic forum

By Nerissa McNaughton

There is still time to get your ticket to the Whitecourt & District Chamber of Commerce’s economic forum, and this is an event you don’t want to miss.

The forum takes place on March 3. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Mayors Jim Rennie and Maryanne Chichak will be speaking about the exciting things going on in Whitecourt and Woodlands County. The feature organization of the year, Whitecourt Trailblazers, will be on hand to recap the great success of the World Snowmobile Invasion.

This year’s forum features two keynote speakers: Barbara Stegemann, CEO and founder of The Seven Virtues; and CFL legend Michael “Pinball” Clemons. If you have yet to hear either of these celebrities speak, you are in for a treat. Both speakers are inspirational, motivational, and thought-provoking.

The buffet dinner is sponsored by Eagle River Casino & Travel Plaza. While the menu has not been released to the public, those that attended last year’s forum fondly remember the prime rib!

“It’s going to be a fantastic evening,” smiles Neil Shewchuck, Chamber President. “The theme, Whitecourt Welcomes the World, is based on our two international events this year: the World Snowmobile Invasion and the jet boat races. It also speaks to all the international business that Whitecourt does.”

Few realize just how big a player Whitecourt is on the international business scene, but from high profile events to providing products and services, Whitecourt does, indeed, have an international presence.

Tickets are $65 plus GST and can be purchased from any Board member or at the Chamber. The event will take place at the Westward Community Hall.