Description

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.

This MindBite - promises to be an insightful and engaging conversation bridging the worlds of business and philanthropy.

Who is Laura LaValley? Laura 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.

Where: Centre 2000  - 11330 106 Street (Al Robertson Room)

 Lunch & Check-in Time: 11:30 am - 11:55 am

Chamber Member - $25.00 + gst (please log into your Chamber account to register or call the Chamber office)

Future Member - $35.00 + gst

*A lunch will be provided, please advise of any food allergies in advance *

THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMBER CHAMPIONS FOR SUPPORTING THE MINDBITE LEARNING SESSIONS!

What is a MindBite? 

A MindBite are dynamic lunchtime learning opportunities offered throughout the year by the Chamber of Commerce and our Chamber Champion Partners. Covering diverse business and personal topics, each session is led by Chamber Member professionals representing various industries. These 1.5-hour sessions deliver invaluable tools, practical knowledge, and real-world applications to enhance your overall business expertise. Learn from leading business experts in our community, and advance your know-how with MindBite. 

Interested in becoming a speaker? Or have a topic idea? Important: The content and theme of your presentation should be broadly applicable and relevant to all attendees, rather than being narrowly focused on your specific business or structured as a sales pitch.