KAWARTHA LAKES-The Lindsay & District Chamber of Commerce officially opened its new, freshened-up, bright green office space on Wednesday.
They announced that, in return for sharing the location at 180 Kent Street with the Municipal Services office, the Lindsay Chamber will take on visitor information services in collaboration with the City of Kawartha Lakes.
“This is the right kind of partnership. It’s smart,” said Mayor Andy Letham who was onhand for the open house and ribbon cutting to open the Chamber’s new premises. “Both parties benefit. This is a great example of service collaboration that should be duplicated wherever possible across the city, ” he added.
President of the Lindsay & District Chamber of Commerce welcomed visitors to the new office space and also heralded the new services. “Tourism is key to our area,” noted Perry. “The Chamber is well-positioned to help promote the great goods and services in our communities and work more closely with the economic development department to build prosperity locally. This is part of our Chamber’s strategic plan.” Perry concluded: “Come on by for a visit. We are always listening to our member businesses and the public. Engage your Chamber!”
Some 40 members of the Chamber and guests toured the new space which includes displays of member business promotions and contact information, a pronounced front desk area and a re-designed, accessible workspace for staff and meetings.
“It’s wonderful to see everyone here,” said Colleen Collins, Executive Director of the Lindsay Chamber, how lead the office re-design and branding. “It’s important to have a clear, accessible and dynamic office space to show our new look. There has been a lot of buzz about our Chamber lately. We look forward to being here with the City as good tenants and partners for tourism and more.”
Members of Chamber were also pleased with the new location and role. “This is a positive change for our area,” noted Chamber member Linden Mackey, co-owner of Mackey Funeral Home and Celebrations, Lindsay’s newest event centre. “We need change and its good to see our local Chamber taking the lead in ways like this,” he added.
