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.
705-645-5231
MISSION
As the representative and voice for a prosperous and innovative business community, the Chamber fosters and facilitates 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.
OBJECTIVES
- To support, encourage and develop business within the Bracebridge Community.
- To deliver high value products, services and opportunities with a focus on advocacy, networking, and education.
- To strengthen the business climate by providing leadership, representation, networking opportunities, services and education to our membership.
- To engage the members in ways that inspires a progressive business climate and contributes to steady economic growth.
Our Team
AMANDA DALE-ST PIERRE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 201
Amanda Dale-St Pierre, Executive Director Amanda has lived and done business within Muskoka since 2017 and grew up travelling with her father to check their family trap lines in the region.
Since 2015, Amanda has been the CEO of Bear Waters Gathering – an Indigenous Cultural Safety Corporate Training Organization. They’ve managed all elements of a profitable business including day-to-day operations, financials, budget/cost analysis, marketing, new business development and client relations. Amanda is a registered social worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers completing her undergraduate degree at Toronto Metropolitan University. Amanda completes their master’s degree with Laurier University and First Nations Technical Institute in May of 2023.
She is a dedicated, award-winning Advocacy Professional with extensive experience in business entrepreneurship, operational management, program coordination and facilitation. Amanda is well-versed in promoting principals of diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism and accessibility. They have made significant progress in advancing legislative and policy changes over her 22-year career. They demonstrate exceptional business acumen in day-to-day operations of an independent consultative service and has engaged in joint ventures with large organizations, companies and financial industries to develop multi-faceted programs. Amanda values ongoing engagement in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action in every aspect of their work.
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 201 amanda@bracebridgechamber.com
MARNY MOWAT
MEMBERSHIP MANAGER
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 200
Marny Mowat, Membership Manager has been with the Chamber for over 20 years.
Marny’s responsibilities include bookkeeping, website maintenance, reception, event coordination, staff scheduling and membership communications.
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 200 marny@bracebridgechamber.com
KAREN RIDGE
OFFICE ASSISTANT
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 201
Karen Ridge, Office Assistant was born and raised in Muskoka. She left the area in 1995 but came back with her husband in 2010 and is here to stay! She is the mother of 6 and Nana to 4!
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 membership@bracebridgechamber.com
BEN LITTLE
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 202
Ben Little, Communications Specialist has lived in Bracebridge since he was two-years old. He left for four years to Waterloo, ON, in 2017 where he attended Wilfrid Laurier University for Communication Studies. He received his diploma in 2021.
He is responsible for all things digital media at the Chamber, including social media, e-blasts, newsletters, etc.
(705) 645-5231 Ext. 202 ben@bracebridgechamber.com
