ABOUT US
The Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce is constantly on the look out, researching the latest trends, forming partnerships, and lobbying all levels of government for the betterment of everyone in our community.
The Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce is constantly on the look out, researching the latest trends, forming partnerships, and lobbying all levels of government for the betterment of everyone in our community.
As the representative and voice for a prosperous and innovative business community the Chamber shall foster and facilitate a healthy, engaged and sustainable business environment and economy in Bracebridge.
The Chamber strives to be Bracebridge’s leading business organization, providing maximum value to its membership by recognizing, encouraging and promoting the private sector’s role as the driving force in the economy. Our member benefits include advocacy, corporate benefits, networking, business development and educational forums.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 201
During her tenure at McGill, Brenda served as an integral part of the Qatar-McGill Project business proposal team. She was also responsible for the Faculty of Dentistry’s Academic Review and Accreditation process as well as its move to a multimillion-dollar state of the art facility.
She earned diplomas in Recreation and Leisure and Corporate Communications and Public Relations from Fanshawe College in London, Ontario (2000-2002).
Earlier in her professional career (2002-2007), Brenda worked for a Member of Parliament in Ottawa, Ontario, where she also held positions in the Ministries of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, and Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada. Brenda was one of the four candidates in the riding of Parry Sound-Muskoka in the 2007 and 2018 Provincial elections.
More personally, Brenda grew up in Muskoka and has a deep love for the area, the lifestyle and the people.
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 201 brenda@bracebridgechamber.com
OFFICE MANAGER
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 200
Marny’s responsibilities include bookkeeping, website maintenance, reception, event coordination, staff scheduling and membership communications.
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 200 marny@bracebridgechamber.com
OFFICE ASSISTANT
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 202
She works with us on a part time basis and comes to us with a variety of experience. In the past she worked at a television studio as their Manager of Visitor Relations, ran her own Financial Services Company, and worked in Office Administration at several companies over the years. At present she is a Life Coach, specializing in grief.
She volunteers at her local church. She also runs a grief group for parents in our community.
In her spare time Karen enjoys spending time with her family and friends!
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 202 membership@bracebridgechamber.com