Cityspace 2007 - Find Your Place
CITYSPACES 2007 SHOWS RENEWED INTEREST IN DOWNTOWN INVESTMENT
DOWNTOWN EVENT TO ATTRACT CURIOUS CONSUMERS TO THE CORE
Media Release: Thursday, June 14, 2007
The momentum is building in Downtown as the Downtown Hamilton BIA prepares to open their doors to prospective buyers, investors, and new business operators at Cityspace 2007 – Find Your Place, an event being held on Thursday, June 21, 2007 at the Hamilton Convention Centre from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Attendees will enjoy a free networking opportunity in conjunction with the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Business After Business program, and take a double-decker bus tour of several downtown office and retail properties and learn why Downtown Hamilton is on the move.
“The BIA, itself, began in June 1982 and is celebrating its 25th Anniversary this year. It will also salute 25 businesses who have over 25 years of business history in Downtown Hamilton at the event” says Tim Bullock, Chairman of the BIA’s Board of Management. “We thought what better way to show prospective buyers or new business operators that they can succeed in Downtown Hamilton than by putting them in the same room with 25 business owners who have operated businesses here over 25 years. The oldest one is 105 years young.”
Area business owners looking to relocate, or open a second location, and potential investors should call the BIA office at 905 523-1646 to obtain a free parking pass for the event or email to info@downtownhamilton.org.
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FILLING THE CORE - NEW EVENT TO REDUCE VACANCY RATES IN
DOWNTOWN HAMILTON
Media Release: Thursday, May 17, 2007
The Downtown Hamilton BIA is on the lookout for new and inspiring entrepreneurs to fill the core with business. "With so many different options available in Downtown, there is a wide variety to choose from." says Kathy Drewitt, Executive Director, of the Downtown BIA. "That is why we are launching a new event called Cityspace 2007 - Find Your Place." This event will occur on Thursday, June 21st, 2007 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm at the Hamilton Convention Centre. Free parking is being arranged for both exhibitors and guests. This event will also play host to the Business After Business program of the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce and is free of charge. Registration is encouraged as space is limited.
Guests will learn why Downtown Hamilton is the best place to do business. They can obtain information on affordable available office and retail space directly from property owners and property management companies as well as network and talk directly to local business owners about how they have succeeded in their business operations in Downtown Hamilton. The evening will also include a Double Decker bus tour of a variety of great downtown locations.
Many prominent business people are recognizing the return of vitality to Downtown Hamilton:
"The Tiger-Cats are truly proud to be part of the Hamilton Community with our new home being right in the heart of this great city". says Bob Young, Caretaker, Hamilton Tiger-Cats Football.
"Moving my business to Downtown Hamilton was the best decision I could have made...our unique building and busy street have raised our profile and profits significantly in just 2 years!" says Laura Babcock, President, POWERGROUP Communications.
The Downtown Hamilton BIA invites you to join us at this event as we celebrate our 25th Anniversary.
For further information call the Downtown Hamilton BIA at (905) 523-1646.
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Attendees of the Cityspace 2007 Reception held on June 21st enjoyed a doubledecker bus tour of downtown properties including a trip to Hamilton's waterfront.
The BIA honoured 25 companies who have been in business 25 years or more. Here Paul Reardon of Reardon's Meats & Deli received his plaque for 96 years of business.
The BIA celebrated its 25th anniversary with the cutting of a commemorative cake by Tim Bullock, Chairman (right) and Gerry Murphy, Treasurer (left).
DOWNTOWN EVENT TO ATTRACT CURIOUS CONSUMERS TO THE CORE
Media Release: Thursday, June 14, 2007
The momentum is building in Downtown as the Downtown Hamilton BIA prepares to open their doors to prospective buyers, investors, and new business operators at Cityspace 2007 – Find Your Place, an event being held on Thursday, June 21, 2007 at the Hamilton Convention Centre from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Attendees will enjoy a free networking opportunity in conjunction with the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Business After Business program, and take a double-decker bus tour of several downtown office and retail properties and learn why Downtown Hamilton is on the move.
“The BIA, itself, began in June 1982 and is celebrating its 25th Anniversary this year. It will also salute 25 businesses who have over 25 years of business history in Downtown Hamilton at the event” says Tim Bullock, Chairman of the BIA’s Board of Management. “We thought what better way to show prospective buyers or new business operators that they can succeed in Downtown Hamilton than by putting them in the same room with 25 business owners who have operated businesses here over 25 years. The oldest one is 105 years young.”
Area business owners looking to relocate, or open a second location, and potential investors should call the BIA office at 905 523-1646 to obtain a free parking pass for the event or email to info@downtownhamilton.org.
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FILLING THE CORE - NEW EVENT TO REDUCE VACANCY RATES IN
DOWNTOWN HAMILTON
Media Release: Thursday, May 17, 2007
The Downtown Hamilton BIA is on the lookout for new and inspiring entrepreneurs to fill the core with business. "With so many different options available in Downtown, there is a wide variety to choose from." says Kathy Drewitt, Executive Director, of the Downtown BIA. "That is why we are launching a new event called Cityspace 2007 - Find Your Place." This event will occur on Thursday, June 21st, 2007 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm at the Hamilton Convention Centre. Free parking is being arranged for both exhibitors and guests. This event will also play host to the Business After Business program of the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce and is free of charge. Registration is encouraged as space is limited.
Guests will learn why Downtown Hamilton is the best place to do business. They can obtain information on affordable available office and retail space directly from property owners and property management companies as well as network and talk directly to local business owners about how they have succeeded in their business operations in Downtown Hamilton. The evening will also include a Double Decker bus tour of a variety of great downtown locations.
Many prominent business people are recognizing the return of vitality to Downtown Hamilton:
"The Tiger-Cats are truly proud to be part of the Hamilton Community with our new home being right in the heart of this great city". says Bob Young, Caretaker, Hamilton Tiger-Cats Football.
"Moving my business to Downtown Hamilton was the best decision I could have made...our unique building and busy street have raised our profile and profits significantly in just 2 years!" says Laura Babcock, President, POWERGROUP Communications.
The Downtown Hamilton BIA invites you to join us at this event as we celebrate our 25th Anniversary.
For further information call the Downtown Hamilton BIA at (905) 523-1646.
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