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The 2023 Chamber SBW title sponsor the County of Grande Prairie and the Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you to an exclusive Small Business Week 2023 Luncheon, in collaboration with the Swan City Rotary Club. 

This event promises to be an insightful and engaging occasion that bridges the worlds of business and philanthropy. 

🎤 Guest Speaker: Laura LaValley 

Topic: Business & Philanthropy: Coaction for Community 

Discover the powerful interplay between business and philanthropy in nurturing community development, as Laura LaValley, the Chief Executive Officer of the newly rebranded Northwestern Alberta Foundation (NAF), shares her expertise.

 📜 Laura's Biography: Laura LaValley is a visionary leader with a passion for community and philanthropy. As the CEO of NAF, she is driving impactful philanthropic solutions across Northwestern Alberta. Laura's commitment to community extends beyond her professional role, as she actively serves as a Director for the Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce and as the Director of Protocol for the 2024 Alberta Winter Games Board of Directors. Laura's educational background in business equips her with a strategic mindset that has fueled her successful career. She thrives when collaborating with diverse teams to achieve ambitious objectives. In her free time, you'll find Laura enjoying nature through challenging hikes, cozy campfires with friends, or cheering on the NWP's Wolves Women’s Volleyball Team. Laura and her husband, Tyler, reside on a bison ranch near Bezanson and are proud parents to three adult children: Mason, Carter, and Sierra. Her most cherished moments are spent with family, savoring good food and creating lasting memories. 

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights, network with fellow business enthusiasts, and be inspired by Laura's dedication to creating a lasting impact on our communities. 

As a partner of the Grande Prairie Regional Emergency Partnership (GPREP), Northwestern Alberta Foundation has mechanisms in place to accept monetary donations and disburse them to an affected community for the benefit of individuals and families. You may donate to the Northwestern Alberta Emergency Recover Fund here - https://cfna.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=1465

 Join us on October 18th for an afternoon of learning and connection. Everyone is welcome! To register as a non-Rotarian, click on the registration button or contact the Chamber by phone at 780-532-5340 or email info@gpchamber.com. Rotarians can join following their usual protocol.

RSVP now to secure your spot at this exceptional Small Business Week Luncheon!  

Cost: The cost for non-Rotarians is $30 + GST. 

Rotarians DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER. Please follow your usual protocol for meetings.

Thank you to our Title Sponsor

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