Committees & Task Forces

The Assiniboia Chamber operates with sub-committees that meet regularly to provide input and support Chamber operations in the area of advocacy, programs, events and more. These committees and task forces support the Board and operations to implement the various activities of the Chamber.

If you are interested in serving on any of these committees, please complete the form below. Note: You must be a member in good standing with the Assiniboia Chamber of Commerce to apply.

Advocacy & Development Committee

The Advocacy & Development Committee stays informed of local, provincial, and federal issues affecting the business community of the Chamber. They create a line of communication for businesses to address governmental issues, establish direct communication with officials, monitor legislation and council meetings, and organize events with government representatives. 

Commitee Members

• Mark Hearson (Chair), Stantec
• Warren Thompson, Rotary Club of Winnipeg-Assiniboine
• Adam Kilfoyle, Heartland CPAs
• Rod Ali, Portage Mutual Insurance
• Mehmood Batla, RBC
• Jessica Hersey, Pitblado Law
• Michael Cabral, 204 Mortgages
• Fred Morris, Historian

Communications Committee

The Communications Committee, in close cooperation with Chamber staff, is responsible for reviewing press releases, advertisements, and other such marketing duties that publicize the Chamber and its accomplishments among current and potential members.

• Rod Ali, Portage Mutual Insurance
• Chris Stevens, CJNU 93.7 FM Nostalgia Radio

Finance Committee ACC Standing Committee

The Finance Committee provides financial oversight for the Chamber to include budgeting, financial planning, financial reporting and creation and monitoring of internal controls and accountability policies.

• Jeffrey Ryall (Chair), Cardinal Capital Management, Inc.
• Mehmood Batla, RBC
• Adam Kilfoyle, Heartland CPAs

Membership Commitee

The MemberShip Commitee oversees the Ambassador Committee, which hosts events and promotes the Chamber to potential members. They develop guidelines, communicate the Chamber's mission, facilitate networking, and conduct an annual Membership Drive. They also support new members, gather feedback from non-renewing businesses, review membership structure, and recruit Ambassadors.

• Josh Friesen (Chair), Dueck Builders
• Jill Chapman, CentrePort Canada Inc.
• Ian Leatt, Pegasus Publications
• Pierre Morier, Morier Benefits (retired)
• Evelyn Malyon, E.M. Clarke Inc.

Nominating Committee ACC Standing Committee

The Nominating Committee have a leadership role related to board effectiveness and governance. Their duties extend to board succession planning, including recruiting and recommending board directors.

• Jill Chapman (Chair), CentrePort Canada Inc.
• Mehmood Batla, RBC
• Rod Ali, Portage Mutual Insurance