October
Start Date: October 30, 2025
End Date: October 30, 2025
Thursday, October 30
10:00am – 11:30am
Virtual – Webinar
You’ve built the business. Now it’s time to own the room. Executive presence isn’t just for boardrooms or big titles, it’s for every woman entrepreneur ready to lead with power, purpose, and authenticity.
In this dynamic and affirming 90-minute session, leadership coach and former HR executive Aileen Edwards of AME Consulting will guide you through what it really takes to command attention, inspire trust, and show up fully as the leader you already are.
Whether you’re pitching investors, running your team, or stepping into the spotlight for the first time—this workshop will give you the tools to do it with boldness and grace.
Start Date: October 30, 2025
End Date: October 30, 2025
Thursday, October 30
1:00pm – 2:30pm
Bay of Quinte Business Centre
This isn’t your average leadership training. Join executive coach and leadership strategist Cheryl Himburg for a bold, high-impact monthly series that cuts through the fluff and gets to the heart of what it takes to lead in today’s fast-evolving workplace. Whether you’re new to leadership or seasoned and seeking to stay relevant, these bite-sized sessions deliver powerful tools, real-talk insights, and actionable strategies you can use the same day.
With 15+ years in strategic corporate leadership, over a decade of executive coaching, and deep expertise in neuroscience-based leadership development, Cheryl is redefining leadership, one room, one conversation, one bold decision at a time.
SESSION 2: New Workforce vs. Legacy Workforce – Bridging the Gap
Today’s leaders must learn to lead across generations. This session dives into the challenges and opportunities of managing teams made up of Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers, all with different expectations, communication styles, and motivators. People who will benefit from this session are people managers and HR professionals, team leaders managing multi-generational teams, and business owners building future-ready teams.
Key Takeaways:
1. How to decode generational expectations and turn friction into fuel
2. Leading through respect, not resentment
3. How to align everyone toward shared goals, even if their values differ
November
Start Date: November 06, 2025
End Date: November 06, 2025
Thursday, November 6
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST
Join the Government of Ontario in collaboration with Maria Pearman, Food and Beverage Practice Leader, for an insightful presentation on exporting into the U.S.
In this free webinar, you’ll learn about:
• Recent U.S. regulation updates for current exporters
• Tools and resources to navigate the evolving trade environment
• Strategies for managing the current tariff landscape
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical guidance for doing business in the U.S. market.
Start Date: November 13, 2025
End Date: November 13, 2025
Thursday, November 13
9:00am – 5:00pm
Small Business Centre
This exclusive full-day Leadership Lab is designed for not-for-profit leaders who want to align their vision, sharpen leadership, and activate execution. Taking place on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 9:00am-5:00pm, the workshop combines leadership intensives, guided strategic planning, and executive coaching exercises to generate immediate momentum.
Tailored for CEOs, founders, executive directors, and Second-in-Commands (2ICs), the session equips leadership pairs with the clarity, tools, and strategies needed to scale with precision. Participants will leave with a unified leadership vision that drives results, tactical priorities for the next 90 days, and proven communication frameworks to strengthen team alignment. The program also establishes role clarity and accountability systems between the CEO and 2IC, while providing personalized leadership coaching to address current growth challenges head-on.
**Lunch is included in the ticket price. Please notify Amy of any dietary restrictions by Thursday, October 30, 2025 (amy.rushlow@smallbusinessctr.com). **
Start Date: November 18, 2025
End Date: November 18, 2025
Tuesday, November 18
10:00am – 11:00am
Online
Whether you’re starting, stabilizing, or scaling, your marketing priorities look different. In this webinar, you’ll identify your business stage and learn what to focus on next to grow with confidence. Join us at 10:00am on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 for the second session of our year-long ‘Let’s Grow Quinte’ webinar series!
Let’s Grow Quinte is a 12-month workshop series designed to help Bay of Quinte small business owners build confidence in their marketing. Each month, participants learn a practical, locally relevant skill they can put into action right away. Facilitated by Cheyanne O’Driscoll of CO’ Marketing in partnership with the Small Business Centre, the series offers independent business owners a structured path to stronger marketing and sustainable growth.
Start Date: November 20, 2025
End Date: November 20, 2025
SAVE THE DATE: Ask The Pros 2025!
Thursday, November 20
Back again for another year, the Small Business Centre is pleased to present Ask The Pros 2025! Looking for real solutions to your business challenges? Ask the pros connects you with experienced professionals and seasoned peers who bring practical, real-world insights. This is your chance to turn uncertainty into opportunity!
You don’t want to miss this! Stay tuned for more details, but in the meantime, mark your calendars for Thursday, November 20, 2025!
Start Date: November 26, 2025
End Date: November 26, 2025
Wednesday, November 26
Starting at 7am
The Quinte Business Achievement Awards are celebrated in October as part of Bay of Quinte Small Business Week, and several of our members had the distinction of being nominated. We are looking forward to celebrating and hearing the stories from the people behind the businesses in our annual Winner’s Circle Showcase. We are excited to celebrate the achievements of Belleville’s business community.
Join us as we listen to business leaders share their stories.
Enjoy a full hot breakfast buffet as well as a variety of fruit, muffins, breads, pastries and juices. Presentations will begin approximately 7:45, and we will have you on your way before 9:00 am.
Members and Guests $30 including HST
Non-Members $45 including HST
REGISTER NOW
Please contact lisa@bellevillechamber.ca or call 613-962-4597 ext. 2 if you have any questions
Start Date: November 27, 2025
End Date: November 27, 2025
Thursday, November 27
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Trent Port Marina
Free to attend!
The Quinte West Chamber of Commerce is turning 75, and we want you to be part of this incredible milestone!
What to Expect:
- A warm and welcoming networking atmosphere
- Refreshments to enjoy while you mingle
- A chance to reflect on 75 years of supporting local business and shaping the future of Quinte West
This is more than just a celebration—it’s a chance to connect with fellow business leaders, community partners, and friends as we look back on our legacy and forward to the exciting years ahead.
Start Date: November 27, 2025
End Date: November 27, 2025
Thursday, November 27
8:30 AM- 9:30 AM EST
Join the Government of Ontario in collaboration with Trade Commissioner Service in Taiwan for a free webinar to learn about Taiwan’s Agri-Food Market and Regulatory Landscape. If you are interested in exploring new markets, this is an opportunity to learn about the Taiwanese market and the opportunities it offers to Ontario food and beverage manufacturers.
This webinar will include:
• An overview of Taiwan’s agri-food imports and regulatory landscape
• Current food and beverage trends in Taiwan
• Market entry strategy
• Opportunities and challenges
December
Start Date: December 02, 2025
End Date: December 02, 2025
Tuesday, December 2
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST
Join the Government of Ontario for a free webinar to learn about available supports and services for Ontario-based food and beverage companies. This webinar will provide insight into the various services that OMAFA offers for business development, including information sharing, available resources, programming, and opportunities for building connections. These supports help Ontario companies with their growth and agri-food trade and investment.
This webinar will include:
• Starting or growing your food and beverage business
• Getting export ready
• How to make connections with industry experts
• Available funding programs
Start Date: December 11, 2025
End Date: December 11, 2025
Thursday, December 11
9:00AM – 11:30AM
Quinte West City Hall, Multi Purpose Room
7 Creswell Drive, Trenton
The primary goal of this round table is to bring together leaders and key stakeholders from the not for profit sector to discuss and identify common pain points and challenges. By collaborating and sharing insights, we aim to uncover effective strategies and solutions that can help us all navigate and overcome these issues.
Thank you for accepting our invitation to participate in our round table, please use the registration link to confirm your attendance, by December 1. We encourage you to submit any topics for the discussion during registration.
