June 2023 - Message from Your CAMA President

The Advantages of being an ACTIVE CAMA member:

Firstly, I would like everyone to join us in welcoming the following new CAMA members that have joined us since the beginning of 2023:

You may ask what the difference is between being a member and an active member. Both are entitled to access all the programs and benefits of membership, but there are many more important opportunities to be had by being an active member. By active I am talking about attending the trade shows hosted by CAMA and NAMA as well as events like our annual golf tournament. I recently returned from attending NAMA in Atlanta. I attend these events to nurture relationships with suppliers and other operator members in our association. We host the Canada Night Reception at this event, and it was once again well attended by suppliers and Canadian operators. What a great opportunity to bond with your piers in our industry. Many of you may not realize the benefits of exposing yourself and your company to the association members, but I can assure you that you will be rewarded many times over. It is seldom that I come back from a trade show without securing a program that will either provide benefits to our business, grow our business, or save us money in procurement. We all strive for operational efficiencies and growth, and participating in live events is the best way to promote your business and access the benefits created by building relationships with suppliers and other operators.

As I write this, I am preparing to board a plane and head off to Toronto to attend CAMA’s annual golf tournament. This is another great event and a way to mingle with our association members in a casual and fun environment. Great people, great food, and the possibility of some great golf. The golf is just the reason to gather, have a good time and build relationships.

Next up is our CAMA trade show in Whistler this September 19th to 21st. This is being advertised as our first UnconVENDtional Event. This will be an action-packed event with a great list of guest speakers headlined by Jeff Mowat. It promises to be a great event in the beautiful setting of Whistler BC at a great discounted price for accommodations.  This will be an event that you should not be missing out on.

As a single operator you will continue to battle alone, as a member of CAMA you become part of an army and you will have the support to conquer.  

Jim Jackson,

CAMA President