Join us for our 2025 AGM and Monthly Membership Luncheon



Fiona Famulak
President and CEO, BC Chamber of Commerce 

About our Speaker: Fiona is passionate about business and has over 30 years international experience, gained in Europe, Asia Pacific and Canada, working in the private and not-for-profit sectors. As a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, Fiona’s core expertise lies in being able to critically assess a business from a financial and risk management perspective and thereafter establish the organizational infrastructure necessary to help it enhance its future success. However, as an ambitious and accomplished executive, her passion lies in connecting with people and building communities around meaningful conversations that catalyze positive change.
Guided by the core value of being of service to others and attaching a high premium to the importance of fairness and courage in words and actions, Fiona brings a variety of perspectives to her role at the BC Chamber of Commerce. As a seasoned not-for-profit executive, she understands the pressure facing associations to support their members in ways that respond effectively to their needs. As a former small business owner, she understands the importance of having a clear vision, customer-centric plan and nimbleness with which to respond to changing market conditions. And as an experienced board member, she understands the critical importance of good governance.
Fiona works collaboratively with the team, Board of Directors, member Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade, partners and governments to define and deliver economic recovery solutions that help build a business community in British Columbia that is competitive, innovative and inclusive.

Why Attend?
✔ Gain exclusive insights from a leading voice in BC’s business community
✔ Connect with local business leaders during the networking session
✔ Engage in discussions on economic trends and business opportunities
✔ Participate in the Chamber’s AGM and help shape its future direction
 
The nomination process for the Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Board of Directors is now open! 

As a valued Chamber Member, you have the opportunity to nominate a candidate to help shape the future of our organization
We are seeking a diverse and dynamic group of business leaders to join our Board, ensuring balanced representation across industries and business sizes. There are five (5) vacancies available, and nominations will be accepted until March 18, 2025. Each nomination requires support from at least five (5) Chamber members in good standing.
All eligible candidates will be verified by the Governance and Nominating Committee and announced via our Newsline Newsletter and website. If an election is necessary, voting will take place at the AGM on April 10, 2025, from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM at The Grand Hotel.

To learn more about the nomination process and submit your candidate, click here 

This is a must-attend event for Nanaimo’s business community! Limited seats available – secure your spot today.