Amrit Manhas

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Economic Development Officer at City of Nanaimo

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

Overview

Amrit Manhas serves as the Economic Development Officer for the City of Nanaimo, bringing over 15 years of experience in strategic planning, government relations, and business development. She is focused on fostering economic growth through business retention, expansion, and attraction initiatives. Amrit holds a B. A. in Economics from Simon Fraser University.

Amrit is a contributor to the broader regional economy through her professional affiliations. She actively participates in discussions and panels related to economic resilience and community development on Vancouver Island.

She has completed further economic development training at the University of Waterloo and with the International Economic Development Council.

Personality Overview

Big Picture Person

Believer

Enthusiastic

They are people oriented, friendly and like creating new connections.  Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt.

Topics They Care About

Local Economic Growth
Her role is centered on facilitating economic growth in Nanaimo by leading business retention, expansion, and attraction initiatives for the city.
Community Development
She has highlighted the vital role of the non-profit sector as a driving force in the local economy, creating a prosperous and inclusive community.
Business Support
Her background includes overseeing business retention and expansion programs, utilizing a solutions-based approach to foster business development in the region.

Media Appearances

Connect with Us. Featured in City of Nanaimo – Economic Development

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Establishment of Nanaimo's new Economic Development Function Underway. Featured in City of Nanaimo Newsroom

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Work History

2-2017
Economic Development Officer at City of Nanaimo
3-2013 - 1-2017
Economic Development Officer at Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation
11-2011 - 3-2013
Business Development & Research Officer at Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation
6-2004 - 11-2011
Research & Information Analyst at City of Nanaimo
9-2000 - 6-2004
Economic Development Coordinator at City of Nanaimo

Education

1985 - 1990
B.A. from Simon Fraser University
1985 - 1990
Certificate of Liberal Arts from Simon Fraser University

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Exp : 32 Location : Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada Job Level : N/A Designation : Economic Development Officer at City of Nanaimo
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Insights For Selling To Amrit

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Speak enthusiastically with energy, maintain a clear and confident tone
  • Talk about their team and how your product will help them do things better and easier
  • Talk anecdotally about the customer experience that your product offers

DONT's

  • Avoid overloading them with too much detail
  • Don’t assume a yes just because they have not said no
  • Avoid cutting into their flow

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Amrit is

  • Relationship and trust can be vital with them, sometimes more than anything else.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Amrit

  • They are unlikely to say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Amrit move?

  • They are not the fastest decision makers, their friendly approach can give false positive signals.
  • Can Amrit take some risk or not?

  • They can take certain risks that are unlikely to have personal consequences.

You And Amrit

Personality Compatibility


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