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A gathering of random reflections from Atlantic Chamber CEO Sheri Somerville about business and other matters in Atlantic Canada.
Monday, January 11, 2021Innovation will propel Atlantic Canadian companies onto the global stage
Over the last year the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce has been leading a campaign to generate awareness of the immense benefits for Atlantic Canadian businesses in adopting advanced manufacturing systems and processes. We know that for some companies this sounds like a big leap to transition a traditional manufacturing business into a high-tech factory, but it doesn’t have to happen overnight, or even all at once.
Saturday, July 13, 2019Disruption & Creating the Conditions for Small Business Sustainability & Success in Atlantic Canada
My friend Rivers Corbett shared a good article in Forbes today by its senior editor, Jack Kelly, who talks about the unintended consequences of the $15/hr minimum wage. In response, Rivers made the comment that “we need to understand the double edge of this contentious issue” and that “we must also protect the entrepreneur.” I agree and would include small business broadly in this regard. We must be sure we balance appropriately the socio-economic conditions being implemented—for today and for the future.
Sheri Somerville
Wednesday, October 10, 2018What’s in it for me?
At least once a week, I’m asked Why should I join a chamber—which is essentially code for the age-old question: what’s in it for me? And while some may consider the question to be selfish or self-serving, I believe it is exactly THE most critical, and absolutely, the right question to be asking before shelling out your hard-earned dollars for membership.
Sheri Somerville
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Business Truth & Reconciliation
The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce takes proactive steps to promote reconciliation and respect for Indigenous rights within the corporate sector. In response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call to Action 92, the Chamber urges its members to embrace the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples as a guiding framework.
Recognizing the importance of education, the Chamber encourages businesses to provide comprehensive training for management and staff on the history of Indigenous peoples, including the legacy of residential schools, Indigenous rights, and Aboriginal-Crown relations. Emphasizing intercultural competency, conflict resolution, and anti-racism, these efforts aim to foster a more inclusive and harmonious corporate environment rooted in mutual understanding and respect.
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