WOMEN IN BUSINESS AWARD WINNERS!
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| The Winners of the 2025 Women In Business Awards: From left to right Sharon Smith (Community Impact), Laura Fess (Healthcare Hero), Stephanie Gourlie Murray and daughter Cameron Gourlie (Woman In Trade), Candice Thomas and daughter Olivia Mohr (Entrepreneur), Rebecca Bartley (Visionary), Laura Payne (Intrapreneur), Daria Montague (Creative Visionary), Maguire Boucher (Young Entrepreneur). |
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 7, 2025 Celebrating Excellence: 2025 Women in Business Award Winners Announced Barrie, ON – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the outstanding achievements of women in business at the 2025 Women in Business Awards Luncheon on March 7, 2025, at Liberty North. The sold-out event brought together leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers from across the region for an inspiring afternoon of recognition and celebration. Keynote Speaker Andrea Khanjin, MPP for Barrie-Innisfil, shared her journey of perseverance while growing up. Her grandmother was an incredible role model, proving time and time again that challenges can be reframed as opportunities. Her heartfelt speech resonated with everyone in attendance. [note: Underlined participants are Grow Vantagers, including: Karen & Vanz Zinn: MTAV (Multi Tech Audio Visual), The Barrie Chamber is proud to announce our 2025 Women in Business Award Winners: Young Entrepreneur Sponsored by Invest Barrie Maguire Boucher, The Hound Lounge Healthcare Hero Sponsored by Superior Home Health Care Laura Fess, VOX Mental Health Creative Visionary, Sponsored by Downtown Barrie BIA Daria Montague, Healing Arts Micropigmentation & Wellness Centre Woman in Trade Sponsored by Georgian College: Stephanie Gourlie Murray, Intent Stone Design958 Visionary Sponsored by Meridian: Rebecca Bartley, Trooper Pet Veterinary Nursing, Intrapreneur Sponsored by Doane Grant Thornton LLP Laura Payne, White Tuque Community Impact Sponsored by Alectra Utilities Sharon Smith, Connect Hair Studio Inc. Entrepreneur Sponsored by Bill Gosling Outsourcing Candice Thomas, Evergreen Wellness Studio A common thread emerged across the awards – sharing our stories empowers us all. It reminds us that we are not alone and encourages us to seek opportunities to improve our situations, whether in business, life or in our communities. A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Sponsors The Barrie Chamber of Commerce extends sincere gratitude to our sponsors, partners, and attendees who made this celebration possible. A special thank you to our presenting sponsor, Meridian, whose support ensures the continued success of this event. We also express our appreciation to our sponsors: |
| Meridian, Bill Gosling Outsourcing, Doane Grant Thornton LLP, BDO Canada LLP, Georgian College, Invest Barrie, Alectra Utilities, Downtown Barrie BIA, Superior Home Health Care, TD Bank Business Banking, Skinsational Day Spa & Skin Care, BarrieToday.com, Barriston Law, Urospot, Busch Systems, MTAV (Multi Tech Audio Visual), Chambers Plan, Olive Oil Company – Barrie – Newmarket – Midland – Orillia, Bruton Investments, Design by Size, Leah Smith-Size, 107.5 Kool FM, Barrie 360, Rock 95, Wild Lotus Floral Designs |
| Your commitment to supporting and uplifting women in business is invaluable. Looking Ahead The Women in Business Awards continue to serve as a platform to celebrate and uplift the incredible women shaping our local economy. We look forward to another year of growth, innovation, and leadership as we continue to foster a thriving business community in Barrie and beyond. More photos and videos will be released in the days ahead on our website. Please follow us on our socials and sign up for our newsletter to keep in touch! Stay connected with the Barrie Chamber of Commerce for more opportunities to support and recognize local business excellence. For media inquiries, interviews, or additional information, please contact: Paul Markle, Chief Executive OfficerPaul@barriechamber.com 121 Commerce Park Drive, Unit A, Barrie, Ontario L4N 8X1(O) 705 – 721 – 5000 ext. 5(C) 249-288-3540 About the Barrie Chamber of CommerceThe Barrie Chamber of Commerce has been the voice of business in Barrie for over 95 years. Representing a diverse network of businesses from various sectors, the Chamber is dedicated to helping its members succeed and promoting economic growth in the community. Through advocacy, events, and resources, the Chamber connects businesses, fosters collaboration, and supports initiatives that improve the local business environment. For more information, visit www.barriechamber.com. |