Jennifer Phillips has been hired as the new executive director for the NWT Chamber of Commerce, effective Oct. 13.

Phillips moved to the NWT in 2016 and recently completed her masterSA国际影视传媒檚 degree in political science, according to the business lobby organization.

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Phillips said itSA国际影视传媒檚 time to put that experience to work.

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Phillips was a bit nervous at first, but is ready to take on the challenge. Ren茅e Comeau, who was born and raised in the Northwest Territories, joined the NWT chamber as executive director in a contract capacity in May 2018 after seven years as a member of the Yellowknife chamberSA国际影视传媒檚 board of directors.

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During her time as executive director, Phillips aims to continue supporting businesses and Northerners.

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