Fredericton Ambassador Training to be Offered May 4
Fredericton (April 1, 2011) – The City is once offering a free training session for anyone interested in helping promote Fredericton as a smart, sustainable city offering a cost-competitive business environment, and balanced lifestyle. The next Fredericton Ambassador Program training event is scheduled
Wednesday, May 4 from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the second floor of City Hall, 397 Queen Street.
“This is a great program that has already resulted in attracting new economic development to our community,” said Councillor Stephen Chase, Chair of the City’s Development Committee. “”We’ll give you the training and all the tools you need so you can act as your city’s ambassador when you travel to conferences or meetings or even on holidays to other communities in New Brunswick, Canada and around the world.”
The ultimate goal of the Ambassador Program is to see Fredericton grow and prosper by attracting new businesses, residents, conferences and events. The program is as simple as having the knowledge and tools, like business card CDs, to distribute to people you meet during meetings and travels. There is no associated cost or extra time commitment – other than attending a one-hour training session at which time Ambassadors are deputized with a specially-designed pewter lapel pin.
There are no limits in terms of who can be an “Ambassador” -- some examples are:
• Business people, professionals & university faculty who receive clients/visitors from out-of-town or travel beyond Fredericton to meet with clients and attend conferences/events.
• Professional recruiters requiring relocation tools to attract new staff and students.
• Immigrants – who are in a great position to encourage their family and friends from afar to relocate here.
• University Students & Alumni – who can fuel our workforce, and spread the word about Fredericton to their networks beyond the city.
The City of Fredericton annually chooses a “Business Ambassador of the Year” during a special recognition ceremony, usually held in the Fall.. To date, 417 people have officially joined the Ambassador program. If you are interested in learning more about the program or in attending the May 4 training session please RSVP by April 29 by contacting the City’s Economic Development Office at (506) 460-2942.
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Media Contact: Laurie Guthrie, Economic Development Officer, City of Fredericton (506) 460-2942.
