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Empowering business growth through municipal collaboration

This webinar discusses the importance of collaboration between municipalities and manufacturing sectors in Canada, and how to navigate various challenges to improve local business growth and long-term municipal health. The discussion centers on the successful establishment of a manufacturing facility in Port Colborne, in collaboration with the company Asahi Kasei. The Mayor of Port Colborne along with the lead project manager from the investing company discuss their lessons learned, and emphasize the importance of streamlined processes, infrastructure investment, and proactive government support.

The webinar covers the following:

  • The role of municipalities in creating a supportive environment for industrial growth.
  • How to foster economic growth through strategic partnerships and effective governance.
  • The challenges faced by manufacturers, such as tariffs and regulatory hurdles.
  • The importance of community engagement and educational partnerships in ensuring a skilled workforce. 
  • The significance of environmental considerations and the need for municipalities to adapt quickly to support new industrial projects. 

Moderator:

  • Gwen Tassone – Client Relationship Management – Senior Leader, Marsh Canada

Panelists:

  • Mayor Bill SteeleCity of Port Colborne
  • Gary Long – Director of Development & Government Relations, City of Port Colborne
  • N. Prasad Puttagunta – Project Manager, Asahi Kasei
  • Matt Conley - International Trade & Skills Policy Manager, Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters

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Empowering business growth through municipal collaboration

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