The Voice of Business
Welcome to the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce.
It is with deep gratitude and excitement that I step into the role of President of the Board of the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce. Having served on the Board since 2020, and as someone born and raised in Abbotsford, my connection to our community runs deep. I was raised in an entrepreneurial family and grew up seeing firsthand the dedication, risk-taking, and resilience required to build a business. Those early experiences shaped my appreciation for the people behind our local economy and continue to inspire my commitment to serving our business community.
At the heart of everything we do are our members, and I want to sincerely thank each of you for your continued belief in the Chamber and the role it plays in supporting and strengthening local business.
We are in a period of economic uncertainty and change. Businesses across the Fraser Valley are navigating evolving market conditions, and our ability to come together as a region will be critical to building resilience and identifying opportunity. Our focus this year will include strengthening regional partnerships, advancing strategic planning, continuing purposeful advocacy, delivering meaningful events, and further investing in two key programs: the Company of Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs (CYPE) and the Women’s Leadership Council (WLC).
One of our priorities will be strengthening regional collaboration through our work with the Fraser Valley Business Coalition. Through initiatives like the Fraser Valley Economic Summit, we bring together leaders from across the Valley to discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping our shared economic future and to advance solutions that support our regional economy. We also conclude our 2023–2026 strategic plan having achieved remarkable success. Our membership is at an all-time high, we continue to lead on important public policy matters affecting Abbotsford and our events and programs remain meaningful, engaging, and aligned with the needs of our members.
As we begin shaping our next 3-year strategic plan in 2026, our focus for the Chamber is for it to continue serving as a convening force for our business community, a place where diverse voices are heard, collaborative dialogue and action is encouraged among business leaders and elected officials, and strategic decisions are guided by broad input, thoughtful insight, and long-term vision.
Thank you to our members, sponsors, volunteers, and my fellow Board Directors for your continued partnership and dedication to our community.
Our vision is clear: to focus on excellence, to elevate the voice of local businesses, and to inspire bold ideas. Together, we will forge a Chamber that embodies the strength, resilience, and ambition of Abbotsford’s vibrant business community.
I look forward to serving you.
