Business & Government Roundtable

Join the Stratford & District Chamber of Commerce for an engaging roundtable event where local business leaders and government officials come together for an open and structured dialogue. This unique event provides the opportunity for direct interaction with your elected representatives, exploring solutions to the challenges faced by businesses in our community.

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Moderators:

Joanie Gerber, Chief Economic Officer, investStratford

Aaron Martin, General Manager, Stratford & District Chamber of Commerce

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Panelists:

Martin Ritsma, Mayor, City of Stratford

Matthew Rae, MPP, Perth-Wellington

John Nater, MP, Perth-Wellington

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Agenda:

Welcome & Introduction (15 min):

Moderators Joanie Gerber and Aaron Martin welcome attendees and outline the event structure.

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Panelist Introductions (10 min):

Each representative briefly introduces their role and key business initiatives.

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Structured Dialogue (35 min):

Moderators ask pre-determined questions to each representative, allowing them to share insights and approaches. The conversation promotes thoughtful comparisons and collaboration between the municipal, provincial, and federal perspectives.

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Open Q&A (20 min):

Attendees ask questions, with responses from Municipal, Provincial, and Federal representatives.

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Closing Remarks (10 min):

Moderators summarize key takeaways and actionable next steps.

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Why Attend:

This roundtable offers a rare chance to connect with leaders across all levels of government in a single conversation. It’s your opportunity to have your voice heard and to engage in meaningful dialogue that can lead to real solutions for the challenges you face.

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Don’t miss out on this important conversation that could shape the future of business in Stratford & District.  

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