‘Tis (almost!) the season of giving. Giving a token of appreciation to your clients has its own wonders. Not convinced? Here are some reasons why you out to consider gifting clients this season with a curated list of local, Calgary and area based companies we love from the team here at BBC! 💚

• It helps reinforce your business relationship. Giving your client a gift is a thoughtful little gesture that will make them remember you positively.
• It’s an expression of your appreciation for their support… and believe it or not, gifting them something can turn a client into loyal customers because you remember to thank them this way!
• It adds a positive correlation to your brand. Imagine how they’d feel when they see your brand and remember the gift you gave them—or better yet, when someone they know hears about the client−business relationship you have. This might even lead to new clients for you.

Because of these reasons, consider giving thoughtful gifts that will make you positively stand out in your client’s memory. It goes a long way, and we’d love to help you stand out. Give your gifts a more special vibe and avoid going for the generic, randomly-assembled gift box route.

If we’ve convinced you, here are some amazing local YYC gifts your clients will love. By purchasing from local Calgary businesses, you’re also supporting the community while spreading the cheer with these unique and more personal gift ideas:

• Rocky Mountain Soap hand washes and lotions – The pandemic has further amplified the importance of handwashing and Rocky Mountain Soap has an awesome range of natural skincare products. We love how they have smaller pump bottles and 1-litre refills too. Each time your client takes a break to wash their hands, they’ll remember you! 

• Milk Jar Candles – Sense memories have a lasting impact, and whenever your clients light the Milk Jar candles you gift them, they’ll be in such a great headspace because of the amazing scents. What’s great about this gift idea is that it’s elegant, can be placed on their work desk or in their homes, and you can choose from bundles on the website and have elegant candles to gift your clientele this season.

• Rosso Coffee and a Calgary artisan mug – Looking for something more practical? You won’t go wrong with a mug paired with amazing beans from Rosso Coffee. If you’ve ever had clients you’ve gone on a meeting with over a cup of coffee, this is a great way to let them know that you remember the time you’ve spent with them as well. Think of it as a sweet way of letting them know you’re paying attention to your interactions.

• Graze Boxes – If you want to go a little extra, choose from the different Graze Boxes by The Graze Company. It’s a festive gift that your clients can share with their friends and family over their holiday dinners. They have mini boxes and ones which are great for even a party of 20. It’s an amazing gift for a team or long-term clients.

• Made by Marcus Pint Club Subscription – Hear us out… this is the gift that keeps on giving! With a 3-month subscription, you’ll continuously wow your client when a yummy treat arrives as their doorstep. There’s a different kind of elation from receiving a little surprise parcel and the positive impact that will have on the recipient is sure to go a long way. 

Impressive, thoughtful, sweet, and festive. With these unique gifts, you’re sure to put a smile on your client’s face and you’ll be in their memory for seasons to come. The local businesses you’re supporting will benefit from this giving season too! Cheers from all of us here at Britannia Business Center. 

Amidst the challenges of the past couple of years and navigating through a post-pandemic world, one silver lining is raising awareness of mental health challenges in the workplace, along with support.

It’s no secret that high-stress workplace conditions contribute to poor mental health, reduced performance, more sick days and other business implications. At Britannia Business Center, we believe in providing healthy, stress-free coworking spaces where our tenants can collaborate, incubate, and achieve their maximum potential while doing what they are passionate about.

We achieve this by offering flexible packages and personalized services that help catapult their businesses to success, along with healthy workspaces that are conducive to overall health and wellbeing. 

We have many different clients who excel in their fields. Allow us to share two success stories that took place in our coworking spaces—two successful businesses in the mental health and wellness industry.

Inspire Wellness Therapy

Inspire Wellness Therapy is a corporation co-founded by mental health and wellness practitioners Alysha Dosanjh and Jenna Caron. Alysha Dosanjh is a Registered Provisional Psychologist, Canadian Certified Counselor, Usui Reiki Practitioner and Jenna Caron is a Registered Clinical Psychologist.  The foundation of Inspire Wellness Therapy is based on providing an holistic approach to mental health and providing psychological alternative services through a person-centered lens. Their mission is to inspire wellness through empathy, compassion, and care while providing person-centered therapy.

At BBC, Alysha and Jenna have been able to thrive even more being in an environment with like-minded professionals. A cordial atmosphere between professionals while in coworking spaces conducive to work and productivity helps set the mood for achieving their mission. 

From Alysha and Jenna:

“The BBC team has been nothing but accommodating and supportive from the initial inquiry to the move in date, to advocating for our clients. There is nowhere else we would rather be, and we are truly grateful to be a part of the BBC team.”

We pride ourselves on being able to anticipate and attentively provide what our clients may need so that they feel right at home when they decide to entrust us with their business proceedings. It motivates us even more to foster and continuously create the best coworking atmosphere there can be!

Mountain Creek Counseling

Mirjam Codirenzi, a Registered Psychologist, is the owner of Mountain Creek Counseling.She is passionate about providing a holistic approach to wellness and achieves this by supporting people’s mental, emotional, somatic, and spiritual wellness. She works collaboratively with clients to guide them through challenging experiences that may be holding them back, so that they can connect more with what truly matters to them. Using a variety of approaches, she supports clients to reconnect with their inner compass, so that they are empowered to make choices to feel more energized, fulfilled, and joyful in life. 

From Mirjam:

“The staff at the Britannia Business Centre have been supportive and flexible since moving into the space. They are responsive, and really aim to make changes to allow my business to thrive. I appreciate that they have taken the time to understand my needs within the space, and always strive to meet those needs.”

We strongly believe and support the passions of our clients. In turn, this synergistic exchange of energy and vision of success allows us to simultaneously achieve our goals for our businesses. This is at the core of our coworking spaces—like-mindedness that opens up opportunities for growth and reaching our full potential.

By having a space where creativity is encouraged, we are able to keep the fire burning and fuel the drive of clients with us at BBC. We do our utmost to provide support and resources for our clients so that they can stay focused on their goals. In a space where they feel happy, safe, and productive, the obstacles of being entrepreneurs especially during these trying times don’t feel as troublesome! Wherever an entrepreneur is on their journey, BBC is ready to help and give you a space your business can call home.