CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXECUTIVES OF MANITOBA
About CCEM:
Chamber of Commerce Executives of Manitoba ("CCEM") is a Chapter of CCEC.
All members of CCEC based in Manitoba will automatically receive a complimentary membership with CCEM.
Manitoba@CCEC.biz
CCEM Rep on the CCEC Board of Directors:
Tanya Chateauneuf, Winkler & District Chamber of Commerce
Chapter Committee:
Chair: Tanya Chateauneuf, Winkler & District Chamber of Commerce
Vice Chair: Stephen Chychota, Parkland Chamber of Commerce
Jodi Winkler, Carman and Community Chamber of Commerce
Tessa Masi, Steinbach Chamber of Commerce
Stefanie Dunn, Portage La Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce
Curtis Hullick, Brandon Chamber of Commerce
Kamryn Winters, Parkland Chamber of Commerce
Manitoba Chamber Executive of the Year:
Awarded to the chief staff person of a Chamber of Commerce / Board of Trade for outstanding performance, commitment to the Chamber Network, and community leadership.
This award recognizes exceptional Chamber leaders from across Manitoba with proven excellence in:
- Chamber management and operations;
- Membership retention, engagement and growth;
- Delivering innovative programs and services;
- Community leadership; and
- Contributing to the Chamber Network
Eligibility:
- Must be the chief staff person of a Chamber of Commerce / Board of Trade in Manitoba.
- Must have achieved 2 years of consecutive employment by March 3, 2026.
- Must be a member of CCEM and the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce.
- Award nominations must be submitted by a peer. Self nominations are not accepted.
Chamber executives who are the sole employee are eligible and encouraged to apply!
Important Dates:
Nominations and voting are closed for 2026!
Bursary Program to Attend CCEC's National Conference
The Chamber of Commerce Executives of Manitoba (“CCEM”) is launching a bursary program to provide bursaries for Manitoba Chamber professionals to attend the CCEC national conference in Victoria, BC on October 27-28, 2026.
- CCEM will provide 1 $1000 bursary
- Manitoba Chambers of Commerce will provide 1 $1000 bursary
Download the bursary information package here.
Bursary Eligibility:
- Applicants must be employed with a Chamber of Commerce or Board of Trade in Manitoba.
- Applicants must be members of CCEM and CCEC. Membership is available free of charge.
- Chambers that have not received a bursary to attend CCEC in the past will receive stronger consideration.
- Applicants must have approval to attend the event from their Board of Directors. A letter of support from the Board Chair, or other Board representative must accompany the application.
Bursaries are awarded at the discretion of CCEM and we reserve the right not to award any bursaries from the submissions received.
Eligible Expenses:
The bursaries may be awarded each year, up to a maximum amount of $1000 to cover conference registration fees, hotel accommodations and travel expenses. Eligible travel expenses may include flights, parking, meals and fuel. We will not pay mileage, but will accept fuel receipts as an eligible travel expense.
Bursary Application Timeline:
Applications are due by July 24, 2026. Successful recipients will be notified by August 7, 2026.
Congratulations to our Manitoba Chamber Executive of the Year!
Stefanie Dunn
Portage la Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce
Think Tank 30
Think Tank 30 is a focused, half-hour power session where local Chamber leaders come together to solve real problems and seize new opportunities through guided discussion.
Each Think Tank 30 will dive deep into one key issue or opportunity that matters to Chambers right now. Just 30 minutes to hammer out practical ideas you can take and apply.
How it works:
- The session runs for 30 minutes, led by Stephen or a special guest.
- One topic is chosen in advance to keep discussion tight and solutions-focused.
- Everyone contributes, and the goal is to leave with 2–3 actionable takeaways.
How we’ll pick topics:
A week or so before each session, we’ll open submissions so you can share the challenges or opportunities your Chamber is facing. This can even be something you worked on before but want to workshop it with the group to see if we can make it even better! We’ll put those ideas to a quick vote, and the top choice becomes our focus for that month.
Ground rules:
- Keep it concise—share ideas, not speeches.
- Build on each other’s thoughts.
- Stay solution-oriented.
- Be ready to share one action you’ll try after the call.
The discussions will be facilitated by Stephen Chychota, Chamber Relations Coordinator with the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce.
No RSVP required. Just hop on the call. Check your email for the meeting links or email Stephen: schychota@mbchamber.mb.ca
Upcoming Sessions:
July 13, 2026 from 10:30am to 11:00am Central
October 5, 2026 from 10:30am to 11:00am Central
November 9, 2026 from 10:30am to 11:00am Central
December 7, 2026 from 10:30am to 11:00am Central
CCEM Professional Development Summit:
Thank you to everyone who joined us for CCEM's 2026 Summit!
Stay tuned for information about the 2027 event.
