The program will launch in early 2025, with approximately 12 ambassadors selected, serving four-year terms. These ambassadors will meet semi-annually and collaborate with Town Staff and the Grimsby Economic Advisory Committee on strategies to help attract and retain local businesses.
Grimsby Business Ambassador Program (GBAP)
The Grimsby Business Ambassador Program (GBAP) is a new program launched by the Town of Grimsby’s Economic Development Advisory Committee (GEDAC). This volunteer program is aimed at strengthening our local economy by utilizing the expertise and connections of community leaders and business professionals within Grimsby.
Business Ambassadors will focus on attracting investments, retaining businesses, and encouraging innovation in Grimsby. This initiative aligns with the Town’s goals to create job opportunities, expand the commercial tax base, and promote sustainable growth.
The program launched in January 2025, and the Town is seeking approximately 12 ambassadors, each serving a four-year term. These ambassadors will meet semi-annually and participate in outreach activities to position Grimsby as an appealing business destination. They will also collaborate with Town Staff and the Grimsby Economic Development Advisory Committee on strategies to help attract and retain local businesses.
The objective of this role is to attract new sustainable economic business investment to Grimsby which will improve Grimsby’s tax base, create and retain employment, attract new residents and improve the quality of life on all fronts.
Key Benefits of becoming a Business Ambassador:
Community Business Ambassadors play a vital role in driving economic prosperity in the region. As respected business leaders, they foster a welcoming environment and uphold a positive image for Grimsby.
- Trusted Representation: Ambassadors act as influential leaders to promote Grimsby as an ideal location for start-ups, expansions, relocations, and investments.
- Established Networks: Ambassadors bring genuine interest in the community’s future, utilizing their extensive networks to endorse Grimsby’s potential.
- Community Engagement: Ambassadors inspire other business members to stay active and engaged in achieving Grimsby’s economic development goals.
- Catalysts for Prosperity: They act as a bridge between businesses, fostering relationships that contribute to long-term economic success.
General responsibilities of the role include:
- Business Liaison: Act as a point of contact for businesses, stakeholders, and organizations.
- Event Participant: Represent the program and GEDAC at public events.
- Data Contributor: Share relevant insights and trends with the Economic Development team.
- Networking Advocate: Build and strengthen relationships within the business community.
- Economic Development Supporter: Identify and support businesses in need, directing them to available resources.
Business Ambassador Eligibility:
To ensure a strong and effective team, eligible candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Reside in Grimsby and/or be a Business Owner, Commercial Property Owner, or a designated representative.
- Have national and international networks, relationships, and experience.
- Possess an understanding of/or willingness to learn about Grimsby’s municipal operations and economic development goals (training provided).
- Be internationally savvy, with additional language skills considered an asset.
- Hold executive-level experience.
- Operate in an unbiased and apolitical manner as a representative of GEDAC.
- Be available to attend local, regional, and provincial events to network and promote Grimsby.
Contact Information
For more information, contact:
Frank Miele
Economic Development Officer for the Town of Grimsby
289-244-8054
Contact Us
Town of Grimsby
160 Livingston Avenue
Grimsby ON, L3M 0J5
Phone: 905-945-9634
Fax: 905-945-5010
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