Locally Connected Community Hub

10/14/2026

🧠💚 BUSINESS OWNERS & ENTREPRENEURS — IT'S TIME TO INVEST IN YOU!

You're always taking care of your business, your clients, your team, and everyone else. But when was the last time you made time for yourself?

This Friday, October 16, we're kicking off a series of THREE FREE virtual Health & Wellness Accountability Sessions designed specifically for business owners and entrepreneurs!

💚 This isn't a workout session! It's an opportunity to focus on your mental well-being, develop healthier habits, and discover how a stronger mind can support a healthier body — and a healthier business.

Presented by Depth Training & Physiotherapy through the Locally Connected Community Hub.

Here's what you can expect:

✅ Practical strategies to improve your energy, focus, and well-being
✅ Small, achievable steps toward healthier habits
✅ Real accountability and encouragement
✅ A welcoming, interactive environment with zero judgment
✅ Connections with fellow business owners and entrepreneurs

📅 Friday, October 16
⏰ 8:00–9:00 AM (Join as early as 7:45 AM)
💻 LIVE & VIRTUAL — Attend from anywhere!
🎟️ COMPLETELY FREE!

Attend one session or join us for all three! Those who participate in the full series will also have an opportunity to enter a special prize draw.

You invest so much in growing your business. This Friday, invest a little time in yourself.

🎟️ REGISTER FOR FREE TODAY!
👉 https://www.simpletix.com/e/health-wellness-accountability-pilot-sessi-tickets-296207

🤝 Know a fellow entrepreneur who could benefit from this? Tag them or share this invitation!

Stronger minds. Healthier habits. Better business.

Health is wealth—make time for yours. Join fellow business owners and entrepreneurs for a free virtual wellness session presented by Depth Training & Physiotherapy. You take care of everyone else. This hour is for you.

10/12/2026

🍁🧡 HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM THE LOCALLY CONNECTED COMMUNITY HUB! 🦃

Thanksgiving is a wonderful reminder of what matters most — the people in our lives, the relationships we build, and the communities we call home.

This long weekend, we encourage everyone to take a little extra time to connect, reconnect, and enjoy meaningful moments with family, friends, neighbours, and those who make a difference in your life.

🤝 Reach out to someone you haven't spoken with in a while.

❤️ Make time for the people who matter most.

🍂 Give thanks for the friendships, opportunities, and connections that enrich our lives.

We're especially grateful for the incredible people, businesses, volunteers, and community partners who continue to make the Locally Connected Community Hub such a welcoming and connected community.

From our Community Hub family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!

🍁 Connect. Reconnect. Give Thanks. 🍁

10/02/2026

Welcome to Our Newest Pro Member, Mike Butean - Advisor, Sun Life of Romi Financial Services Inc.! 🎉

Please join us in welcoming Mike Butean, Professional Financial Advisor with Romi Financial Services Inc. (associated with Sun Life), as a Pro Member of the Locally Connected Community Hub!

Based in Kitchener and part of our Eastbridge chapter, Mike serves clients across Ontario, helping entrepreneurs and families with financial planning, investing, and insurance needs. His services include life insurance, health and dental plans, critical illness and disability insurance, TFSA and RRSP investing, and Group RRSPs.

Looking to plan for your family’s future, explore investment options, or find coverage for yourself or your business? Mike is someone worth getting to know!

👉 Explore Mike’s enhanced ConnectSWO profile and connect with him.
https://locallyconnected.glide.page/dl/d0a5f4/s/7a7321/r/Otoppf0tTNSfQUKqOUzqDQ

Thank you, Mike, for supporting the Community Hub and also contributing as an Ambassador. We’re glad you’re part of our growing community!

Ready to deepen your involvement, too? Our optional Civic and Pro Memberships offer more ways to get involved, support the Locally Connected Community Hub, and enjoy additional member benefits. Social Membership remains FREE!

👉 Explore all membership benefits and secure your membership.
https://www.locallyconnected.ca/join

09/25/2026

Welcome to Our Newest Pro Member, Shawn Kavanaugh of RBC Dominion Securities! 🎉

Please join us in welcoming Shawn Kavanaugh, Investment Advisor at RBC Dominion Securities, as a Pro Member of the Locally Connected Community Hub!

Based in Waterloo and part of our Kitchener-Waterloo chapter, Shawn offers investment and wealth management services, including financial planning, retirement planning, and estate planning. His services also include tax planning, insurance planning, and charitable giving strategies.

Looking to plan for retirement, explore your investment options, or consider the legacy you’d like to leave? Shawn is someone worth getting to know!

👉 Explore Shawn’s enhanced ConnectSWO profile and connect with him.
https://locallyconnected.glide.page/dl/d0a5f4/s/7a7321/r/tUPxj1laQxS9BtsGhSFM4A

Thank you Shawn, for supporting the Community Hub. We’re glad you’re part of our growing community!

Ready to deepen your involvement, too? Our optional Civic and Pro Memberships offer more ways to get involved, support the Community Hub, and enjoy additional member benefits. Social Membership remains FREE!

👉 Explore all membership benefits and secure your membership.
https://www.locallyconnected.ca/join

09/24/2026

🎉 TODAY IS THE BIG DAY — BIZCON IS HERE!

The Locally Connected Community Hub is excited to be at BizCon Business Expo TODAY at Bingemans Conference Centre in Kitchener!

As the Official Sponsor of the Bizcon: Exclusive VIP Experience, we’re looking forward to an afternoon filled with new connections, great conversations and opportunities to grow.

📍 BizCon Expo | 1:00–5:00 p.m.
⭐ Exclusive VIP Experience | 2:30–4:00 p.m.
🎟️ Still want to join us? You can RSVP for FREE!

RSVP FOR FREE ON OUR WEBSITE
https://www.simpletix.com/e/bizcon-exclusive-vip-experience-september-tickets-291479

👋 Be sure to drop by the Locally Connected Community Hub booth and say hello!

🎁 WE’RE GIVING AWAY TWO FREE PRO MEMBERSHIPS!
Stop by our booth for your chance to win a one-year Community Hub Pro Membership and enhanced business profile.

Come meet the team, learn more about the Community Hub and enter to win!

See you at BizCon!

09/23/2026

Get discovered. Get introduced. Get connected. 🚀

You work hard at what you do. Let’s make it easier for people to find you!

With a Locally Connected Community Hub Pro Membership ($100/year), you can showcase your business through an enhanced ConnectSWO profile—and a guaranteed welcome spotlight linking people directly to it!

🔎 Be found: Search by products and services, with filters for industry, location, service area, home chapter, and Pro Member status.

📲 Make connecting easy: One-tap links to call, text, email, visit your website, or book an appointment.

🙌 Show who you are: Display your headshot, business card, and company logo.

🔗 Keep referrals moving: Your profile is easy to share—and you can see how many times it’s been viewed.

👉 Become a Pro Member and explore all the benefits: https://www.locallyconnected.ca/join

Social Membership remains FREE. Pro is an optional way to build your visibility while supporting a more connected community.

09/22/2026

📣 BIZCON IS THIS THURSDAY!

As the Official Sponsor of the Bizcon: Exclusive VIP Experience, the Locally Connected Community Hub has a few special opportunities for our community at the BizCon Business Expo — September 24 at Bingemans Conference Centre!

🎟️ ATTEND BIZCON FOR FREE!
Expo: 1:00–5:00 p.m. | VIP Experience: 2:30–4:00 p.m.
👉 RSVP FOR FREE ACCESS
https://www.simpletix.com/e/bizcon-exclusive-vip-experience-september-tickets-291479

📣 ONE EXHIBITOR BOOTH JUST BECAME AVAILABLE!
Showcase your business and generate new leads.

👉 Contact Heather Sanderson, DENMAR Displays & Exhibits Corp.
📞 519-821-8508 | 📧 [email protected]

☕ START THE DAY WITH NETWORKING!
World Café Networking Brunch | 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Use promo code 20_OFF_LT for special pricing.
👉 REGISTER FOR THE BRUNCH
https://www.leadtribes.com/our-event-detail/world-cafe-networking-brunch

Brunch. BizCon. VIP Networking. Connect. Grow. Succeed. 🚀

09/22/2026

Welcome to Our Newest Pro Member, Robert Dice - Insurance Made Simple! 🎉

Please join us in welcoming Rob Dice, Broker at Insurance Made Simple, as a Pro Member of the Locally Connected Community Hub!

Based in Guelph and volunteering on the Guelph Business Connections committee, Rob serves clients across Ontario, offering life insurance, living benefits, plans for children, corporate insurance solutions, and group health benefits.

Looking to protect your family, explore coverage for your business, or provide health benefits for your team? Rob is someone worth getting to know!

👉 Explore Rob’s enhanced ConnectSWO profile and connect with him.
https://locallyconnected.glide.page/dl/d0a5f4/s/7a7321/r/UZBx3tRqTrWs0pUFAmPldA

Thank you Rob, for supporting the Community Hub. We’re glad you’re part of our growing community!

Ready to deepen your involvement, too? Our optional Civic and Pro Memberships offer more ways to get involved, support the Locally Connected Community Hub, and enjoy additional member benefits. Social Membership remains FREE!

👉 Explore all membership benefits and secure your membership.
https://www.locallyconnected.ca/join

09/21/2026

Welcome to Our Newest Pro Member, Jonathan Hunt of In Collusion! 🎉

Please join us in welcoming Jonathan Hunt, CEO and Founder of In Collusion, as a Pro Member of the Locally Connected Community Hub!

Based in Brantford and part of our Paris Area chapter, Jonathan helps businesses and organizations strengthen partnerships, develop programs and events, and build community connections. His services also include leadership coaching, connection strategies, and public speaking support.

Looking to explore a new partnership, strengthen an existing program, or become a more confident communicator? Jonathan is someone worth getting to know!

👉 Explore Jonathan’s enhanced ConnectSWO profile and connect with him.
https://locallyconnected.glide.page/dl/d0a5f4/s/7a7321/r/c5c50UpgRnC7N8w6g6PnwQ

Thank you Jonathan for supporting the Community Hub. We’re glad you’re part of our growing community!

Ready to deepen your involvement, too? Our optional Civic and Pro Memberships offer more ways to get involved, support the Community Hub, and enjoy additional member benefits. Social Membership remains FREE!

👉 Explore all membership benefits and secure your membership: https://www.locallyconnected.ca/join

09/09/2026

📛 Make every introduction easier! Personalized Community Hub nametags are now available for purchase.

Help fellow members put a name to your face at your next meetup—and every connection after that!

👉 Order yours: https://payments-na1.hubspot.com/payments/TkqXDm6zF?referrer=PAYMENT_LINK