Over the past year and through the economic downturn, workplaces have been under increasing pressure. Between the resulting lay-offs, increased workloads, organizational restructuring and financial crackdowns, ‘maintaining’ a commercially sustainable, or profitable business has become increasingly difficult.
Did you ever think you would have to lead an organization thorough booming deficits and increasing spending cuts? In order to survive these rough waters, we need to better understand this new environment, the role of ethics, and what it takes to survive in this new economy.
Why should you attend?
If you are a business or community leader, or just want to better understand the role that business plays in our local and global communities, join Make it Good on March 17, 2010 from 3:00-4:30pm for an interactive, solution-oriented workshop that explores how both managers and employees can play a role in a profitable business that is also good for community.
Panelists include:
- Martin Glynn, the Haskayne School of Business 2009-2010 Jarislowsky Fellow in Business Management and former president & CEO of HSBC Bank Canada and HSBC Bank USA.
- Dr. Leonard Waverman, a world-renowned expert in the International telecommunications and resource management sectors and Dean of the Haskayne School of Business.
Workshop to be held at Hotel Alma at the University of Calgary, 169 University Gate NW
For more information on our panel and to register for this exciting conversation visit:
http://makeitgood.squarespace.com/events/
In the early morning of Feb 27, 2010 the country of Chile was awakened by an earthquake of 8.8 magnitude which lasted over 90 seconds. The epicentre was located 63 kilometres southeast of Cauquenes, in the region of Maule (406 kilometres south from Santiago). As a result, a tsunami was produced which affected a coastal strip of more than 500 kilometres, taking with it entire cities and leaving hundreds of people missing, particularly in the regions of Maule and Bio Bio. Since that morning, there have been more than 128 aftershocks, some recorded as high as 6.9 magnitude, causing extensive damage throughout Chile. As of date, there are over 800 confirmed deaths. Approximately 1.5 million people have been affected, losing their homes and livelihood. Over 500,000 homes have been lost so far.
In an attempt for all Canadians to assist Chile during this devastation and time of need, a group of young Chilean Canadian professionals have formed Calgary Helps Chile and partnered with The International Federation of Red Cross. The Chilean Red Cross’ focus is to provide support for an appropriate and timely response in delivering assistance in the sectors of emergency health (field hospitals), relief, water and sanitation, emergency shelter and early recovery.
Calgary Helps Chile will be hosting a fundraiser which will include live entertainment and a silent auction on Sunday March 21, 2010 at a location to be announced. Admission is free, however, donations in the form of cash or cheque, will be gratefully accepted at the door as well as throughout the event. Doors will open at 4:00pm, at which time all silent auction items will be available for viewing. Live entertainment will commence at 6:00pm. All proceeds will go directly to the Red Cross Chile disaster relief efforts.
Calgary Helps Chile is currently accepting donations for silent auction items, cash donations to sponsor additional silent auction items, as well as donations of airtime and promotional assistance from radio, newspapers and television.
Learn more about Calgary Helps Chile.
Bill Smullen – Syracuse University Professor and former Chief of Staff to former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell
Building a Brand from the Ground Up Forming a vision and igniting support around it to build a brand that ignites a national response – A case study on America’s Promise
Chairing a summit that brought national leaders from every sector together to focus on harnessing the power of youth citizenship was the easy part for General Colin L. Powell. Bringing life to the outgrowth organization, America’s Promise, was the tough part. As Colin Powell’s Chief of Staff, Colonel Smullen was charged with the task of helping hte General energize and rebrand a nation.
Hosted by the Canadian Public Relation’s Society Calgary Chapter, Professor Smullen will lead a discussion on ‘Building a Brand from the Ground Up’ drawing on his experience working with General Powell to build a culture around the initiative while raising an army of committed volunteers dedicated to investing critical resources into the lives of at-risk youth.
With his tremendous experience in extremely high-profile and high-stakes issues management, Professor Smullen will reflect on the importance of having a vision and how a strong, articulated sense of common direction can form shared conscious and ignite a brand. In this case, a brand that helped shape the future of America.
CPRS Calgary invites you to come attend this exciting, premier event. All interested guests are welcome. Save your seat today and register online.
Register at http://www.cprscalgary.com/cprs/Default.aspx?cid=1947&lang=1
Starts: Tuesday March 30, 2010, 11:30AM
Ends: Tuesday March 30, 2010, 01:30PM
Location: The Westin Calgary
320 4 Ave Sw
Calgary, AB T2P 2S6 CA
Community Leadership Through Business
Harley Hotchkiss is the 2009 recipient of the Sherrold Moore Award. This distinction is bestowed upon a long-standing Chamber member whose honour and numerous contributions to the Chamber embody the true essence of community, volunteerism and humble dedication. This year, the Calgary Chamber of Commerce is pleased to recognize this well-known Calgary business leader and philanthropist for his generosity of time and effort in improving all facets of the Calgary community.
Please join Ken King and The Calgary Chamber of Commerce for a luncheon where we recognize the outstanding contribution and dedication of Harley Hotchkiss.
Register for Harley Hotchkiss at the Calgary Chamber of Commerce
Help to change the world of business by May 2015! Come to network, to listen and to be inspired! Our 5:15 event series is an opportunity for you to see what is new and exciting in the sustainable business domain and witness first-hand what others are doing in their efforts to make the world a better place. Participate in a behind the scenes tour of Calibre Environmental and get some practical ideas and solutions for your own organizations!
When: March 3, 2010
Where: Calibre Environmental, 6224 – 29 Street SE (Look for directional signs and please enter through the warehouse doors on the west side)
When: 5:15 – 7:15PM
Cost: FREE, Appetizers will be served
For more information and to register you and a friend for this FREE event: http://www.meetup.com/make-it-good/
As an added bonus, you will receive a complimentary gallon of an ecocoat colour of your choice!
Calibre Environmental Ltd. was incorporated in the fall of 2003 as a sister company to Calibre Coatings Ltd., a commercial and residential painting company who has been in business since 1986. Subsequently Calibre Environmental purchased the assets of a small paint recycling company and initially recycled industrial and commercial paints in small amounts, creating white, beige and grey ecocoat, which was tested and marketed as an industrial primer. In September 2004, Calibre obtained the contract to process City of Calgary post-consumer paint and began searching for a better way to recycle latex paints. In November 2004, Calibre Environmental established a relationship with an American organization that had been recycling latex paint since 1992. Calibre Environmental was able to adopt their methods and practices, and in the spring of 2005 launched to the retail market with 14 consistent colours of premium quality, 100% recycled latex paint.
In June of 2006, Calibre Environmental was a proud recipient of an Alberta Emerald Award for environmental excellence. These awards celebrate and showcase the outstanding achievements of Albertans committed to protecting, preserving, enhancing and sustaining our environment. Since then, the company continues to grow and is an excellent local example of running a profitable business in a sustainable way! Join us on March 3rd to hear from Calibre Environmental and others on some practical ideas and solutions for your own organizations!
