Grand River, Ontario Professional Organizers in Canada (GRO POC) Who We Are The Grand River Chapter includes more than 20 Professional Organizers, who are proud and passionate about our work, committed to supporting each other as colleagues, and dedicated to promoting the field of Professional Organizing and POC. The Grand River Chapter formed in 2003 with just 4 members, and was originally known as the Southwestern Ontario Chapter. We serve and welcome members from throughout Waterloo Region and the following counties: Wellington, Brant, Oxford and Perth Find an Organizer Near You! Our Grand River members are organizational pros with a knack for taming that closet clutter and calming that office chaos. Our diverse membership includes talented professionals such as: residential and office organizers, corporate consultants, home stagers and redesigners, wardrobe consultants, moving coordinators, concierge services, virtual assistants, life transition coaches and specialists in chronic disorganization and hoarding. To help you take on your organizational challenge and lead your best life, find an organizer in Grand River to serve you. Join Us! If you're thinking about becoming a Professional Organizer, please contact us and come to a meeting. You'll find a wealth of experience and knowledge, an atmosphere of sharing and support, opportunities to network, and ways to get involved and learn new skills - as well as guest speakers and educational events. We'll also put you in touch with an experienced Grand River member, who will be happy to meet with you informally to answer your questions and tell you more about our Chapter, POC and the organizing industry in general. Our Commitment to You Whether you are a senior organizer or just starting out, we are committed to: Delivering informative, educational and inspirational bi- monthly meetings. Organizing social events and outings designed to promote interaction, networking and job opportunities. Welcoming new members with an orientation session. Increasing marketing and promotional opportunities for our members. Meeting Information Date: Bi-Monthly - 2nd Thursday of the Month Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Crème Café, 2 Queen Street East, Cambridge, ON, N3C 26A POC Members: FREE Non-POC Members: $20 Chapter Meetings If you would like to learn more about the world of professional organizing, we would be pleased to have you join our group as a guest. What can members and guests expect at our bi- monthly? Executive Meeting 6:00-6:30 pm - Chapter Executive discusses current chapter updates Networking & Chapter Updates 6:30-7:00 pm -- Our organizers mingle and build friendships as well as contacts in a fun and relaxed environment. Our executive will keep you up to date on the latest POC news affecting the Grand River Chapter. Guest Speakers 7:00-8:00 pm - Bi-monthly we feature an informative speaker, and topics range from the latest industry practices and tips to how to increase your business and everything in between. Together we explore new and developing aspects of the professional organizing industry. Wrap Up 8:00 pm -- we wrap up, tidy up and say our goodbyes until next month. Contact Information Please direct any enquiries to: grandriver@organizersincanada.com Chapter Executive Chapter Chairperson: Jill Robson Past Chairperson: Kathy MacLean Membership Coordinator: Cathy Mendler Events & Community: Samantha Kristoferson Treasurer: Emilio Garcia Librarian: Peggy Nigro Chapter Events September 14th, 2017 November 9th, 2017 January 11th, 2018 March 8th, 2018 May 10th, 2018