Member Benefits

Take full advantage of your Kamloops Chamber of Commerce membership by choosing the benefits that can save you money! We are proud to offer you a diverse benefits package offering discount programs, marketing opportunities, learning sessions, business referrals and much more!

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 The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce is proud to offer the following:

Networking Opportunities

Advertising Opportunities

Discount Programs

Business Seminars and Workshops

  • The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce offers a variety of programs directed towards business development as well as personal growth as a business leader.

Advocacy Initiatives

  • The Chamber leads the way in policy reform that supports businesses and business development. In a municipal, provincial, and federal capacity, the chamber is here to be your voice.
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Membership Council

In 2012 the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce launched a new Membership Council program. The council servies as an outreach and retention committee designed to involve and inform new members of the chamber benefits and upcoming events and programs. Council members are volunteers who, on behalf of the chamber, make good-will calls to encourage strong continuing membership and active support of chamber programs.

Council members assist in membership retention by contacting new chamber members regularly. They relay informaiton, identify business challenges, and help new members to feel welcome and comfortable at chamber events.

 

Get to know your Membership Council:  

 

Barbara Ashton

Ashton & Associates

 barbara.ashton@gmail.com

Barbara is the owner of Ashton & Associates, helping companies to hire, grow and retain exceptional people. With over 25 years in executive search, permanent and contract recruitment, her track record in recruiting mid to senior A-level talent spans BC, across Canada and the US.

In addition to her volunteer work with the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce, she actively supports her community through Kamloops First Rotary and Kamloops Women in Business. Prior to her arrival in Kamloops in 2008 Barbara held director level roles with Ethics in Action, Workplace Centre for Spiritual and Ethical Development, International Internet Marketing Association, Women in Technology, Independent Computer Consultants Association, and Software BC.

 Karen Shaben

Holiday Inn Express

sales@hiekamloops.com

I am currently a Sales Executive at the Holiday Inn Express Kamloops, since 2009. Formerly, I was with Country 103, Sears Travel and Mytravel. I have been in Kamloops since 2004 and active with the chamber since 2008.

My background and education is predominantly in the Travel and Tourism field, having owned a travel and tour business during my tenure living in Canmore Alberta from 1994 - 2004.

I have been a member of the Kamloops West Rotary Club since February 2006 and have served twice on the Board of Directors as a Membership Director for the club.

I also currently serve on the board of directors  of the International Humanitarian Hope Society, a local based organization working with orphanages in underdeveloped countries.

Justin Smith

Canadian Linen and Uniform Service Co.

 justin.smith@canadianlinen.com

Although I was born in North Vancouver, I have lived in Kamloops for the past 18 years. I am married to my wonderful wife, Kari and am the father of a beautiful daughter who is almost 12 years old. In my spare time, I enjoy hockey and golf or you might find me close to the lake as I enjoy the outdoors and all that Kamloops has to offer.

I have been with Canadian Linen & Uniform Service for 7 years, having worked in all aspects of the business from production to delivery. I am very pleased to be a member of hte Kamloops Chamber of Commerce as it celebrates all that I love about this beautiful area.