Barrie/Simcoe County
WELCOME TO THE BARRIE/SIMCOE BRANCH
Welcome to the Association of Administrative Professionals Barrie/Simcoe County Branch. Inaugurated in 2006, our Branch continues to grow with members representing a wide variety of businesses and organizations throughout the Barrie and Simcoe County area. We strive to focus our workshops, presentations and webinars on topics that are current and relevant to office professionals as well as trying to incorporate topics on work-life balance.
If you are interested in joining/ learning more about our branch, or would like additional information, please feel free to contact me at [email protected]
Sharon Crowe
President, Barrie-Simcoe County Branch
Association of Administrative Professionals
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UPCOMING EVENTS
You are Invited: Communicating Your Unique Value & Professional Impact
Date: January 29, 2024
Time: 7:00PM -8:30 PM EST (Virtual)
Cost: FREE!
Hosted by: Jaclyn Falkenburg – learn more https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jaclyn-falkenberg
Are you an administrative professional looking to take your career to the next level? Whether you are seeking a promotion, advocating for a raise, or looking to land your next opportunity, this event is for YOU!
Join us for a free, 1.5-hour virtual workshop with Jaclyn Falkenberg, where you will discover powerful strategies to communicate your unique value and professional impact. This session is designed to help you confidently articulate your strengths, show up as a leader, and unlock
your full career potential.
Key Learnings & Outcomes:
● Adopt a Leader Mindset: Learn how to shift your perspective and show up as a peer to your executive, gaining the respect and recognition you deserve.
● The “Value Equation”: Discover how to leverage your skills to solve critical problems and create real value for your company, executive, and yourself.
● Communicate Impact: Learn how to measure and communicate the true impact of your work and the value you bring.
● Avoid Career Traps: Identify and overcome common pitfalls, like waiting for recognition or people-pleasing, that can hold you back from career advancement.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your current role, advance in your career, or land that next big position, this session will give you the tools and confidence to make it happen.
Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your career and start communicating your value with
confidence!
Register now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/communicating-your-unique-value-professional-impact-tickets-1130904147749?aff=oddtdtcreator
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PD DAY 2025
Lead from Where You Are: Strategic Skills for Admin Professionals with Rhonda Scharf and Carol Schulte
Prepare to be inspired by these two world-class thought leaders who will ignite your passion, challenge your thinking, and deliver insights that will leave you on the edge of your seat!
Date: May 23, 2025
Time: 8 am – 4 pm
Location: Ferndale Banquet Hall-24 Ferndale Industrial Dr., Barrie
Register today. Space is limited! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lead-from-where-you-are-strategic-skills-for-admin-professionals-tickets-1142918101809?aff=oddtdtcreator
*Stay tuned for more events coming soon!
PAST EVENTS
Olive Oil & Vinegar Tasting and Social | Nov 28, 2024 6:00-8:00pm
Admins Connect – Career Conversations | Nov 4, 2024 5:30-7pm
PD Day 2024 – EmpowerED: Power Up and Taking Charge – Friday June 24, 2024 – 8:00 am.
EA to CEO – How to Invest in Your Career with Lora Webb, CEO MetricAid – November 8, 2022 – 6:00 pm.
Annual General Meeting – April 27, 2023 – O’Hara’s Public House 420 Leacock Drive, Barrie at 5:45 pm.
Annual Professional Development Day – Friday May 5, 2023 – Ferndale Banquet Hall, Barrie. Doors open at 8:00 am.
Gourmet Grazing: The Art of Charcuterie Crafting Workshop – November 30, 2023.
Excel Excellence: Elevating your Skill Set – First session: October 12, 2023 & Second Session: January 11, 2024.
Career Boost: Mastering resumes, cover letters, and career development – February 22, 2024
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS 2024-2025
EMPLOYER SUPPORT
The Association of Administrative Professionals have provided a wonderful forum that benefits not only my staff who participate, but also our organization. The staff are able to network with colleagues and ask questions (i.e. Who facilitated your strategic plan?; Do you still use business cards for your staff or have you moved to virtual cards?). It has been a great way to find out what others are doing and obtain pertinent information that can assist with cost savings, following current trends, and being environmentally friendly.
My staff also bring back nuggets from some of the training and speakers that join their meetings. This helps enhance their skills and they share upcoming relevant trainings with other staff in the organization.
It’s great to see how the Association generates energy and enthusiasm amongst my staff, which in turn benefits both the staff and the organization. There are so many wins at such little cost. We are lucky to have such a committed and dedicated bunch of professionals ensuring the longevity of the Association.
Elizabeth McKeeman, MSW
Chief Executive Officer
New Path Youth and Family Services
CCAP COURSES OFFERED AT GEORGIAN COLLEGE
Georgian College is now offering courses for the CCAP (formerly QAA) Program. For course information, email [email protected]
SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY
AAP Branches across Canada provide community support through volunteer opportunities or providing monetary donations to assist a local group or charity. Dress for Success was selected as the ‘charity of choice’ this year by the Barrie Branch.
For more information on our charity of choice, please visit: https://orilliaandbarrie.dressforsuccess.org/
OUR COMMUNITY SUPPORTING US
Our continued success as a branch is assisted by the generosity and support from local businesses and organizations. Our recent Professional Development event included a valuable swag bag to all attendees that contained donations from our valued supporters. Thanks to:
Cyncor – Barrie www.cyncor.com/
SmartSheets – SmartSheets® (provadainc.com)
Jennifer Klementti – Barrie www.jenniferklementti.com
The Peggy Hill Team – Barrie www.peggyhill.com
Olive Oil Company – Barrie – Newmarket – Midland oliveoilco.ca
Montana’s BBQ and Bar – Barrie View Drive, Barrie www.montanas.ca
Hamley’s Tea & Coffee – Barrie www.barrieteaandcoffee.ca
Natural Balance Day and Spa – Barrie naturalbalance-dayspa.com
Kyla Vavala – Barrie www.century21.ca/kyla.vavala
Mexhico Restaurant – www.mexhico.ca/
Main St. Realty LTD. – www.mainstreetrealtyltd.com/
Bonnie Low-Kramen – www.bonnielowkramen.com/
Jeremy Burrows – www.goburrows.com/