Powerlink Monthly Newsletter: October 2025
- Chris Herbert
- Oct 14
- 3 min read
Updated: Oct 15
From the Powerlink Team
Welcome to the October edition of Powerlink’s Monthly Newsletter (oops, we missed September).
Each month we share updates on how Powerlink is growing as a community hub in Saugeen Shores, highlight upcoming events, and feature stories from our members.
In this issue (click on link below to auto scroll):
Andrew Hill on Powerlink’s transformation into a Community Hub
Two upcoming events on Loft1020. One's scary and the others about music.
Why now is the perfect time to book your holiday gathering at Loft 1020
A member spotlight of Chris Herbert of Mi6 and cofounding member of AREA 81
How you can join AREA 81, the new regional entrepreneurship accelorator
Powerlink's Momentum: Growth from All Angles
Powerlink is building momentum — connecting entrepreneurs, artists, and community builders under one roof in Saugeen Shores.
“All the pieces are starting to come together,” Hill says. “We’re nearly full, the building is buzzing, and people finally see the vision—Powerlink isn’t just office space. It’s a platform for connection, creativity, and growth.”
Featured Events at Powerlink
Spooky Social!
Oct 23, 2025 · 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. | Loft 1020
Games, scary snacks, moody music, freaky fun, open pool table and more. Unhappy hour special featuring wicked price of $6.66
Bloody Mary
Dead Red Wine
Sinister Cider
Tickets: $20/person with portion of proceeds going to Saugeen Shores Rotary.
Meetup: The Business of Music
Oct 29, 2025 · 5:30 – 11:00 p.m. | Loft 1020
Join us October 29th at Powerlink to explore the business of music. AREA 81 brings music industry voices and entrepreneurs together for a thought-provoking talk on the Business of Music. Tickets are free compliments of Powerlink and Mi6. RSVP is required.
Book Your Holiday Event at Loft 1020
Your Event. Our Expertise. One Stunning Space.
Host your Christmas party, fundraiser, or private gathering in Loft 1020 — with modern design, flexible layouts, and professional event support.
Premium, flexible space
End-to-end planning & coordination
Trusted local catering & entertainment partners
Central downtown location with ample parking
Community Member Spotlight: Mi6
Chris Herbert is a seasoned entrepreneur, strategist, and content creator with a proven track record of empowering businesses to achieve growth and success.
A former co-founder of Silicon Halton, Chris built a thriving 1,500-member tech community with hundreds of events before selling his interest in 2024 to focus on launching Mi6’s One2One service and AREA 81, a rural entrepreneurship accelerator program, now operating out of Powerlink.
Why he chose Powerlink: flexible work environment, professional work atmosphere, business address and credibility, community.
“The internet is reliable, it’s fast, it’s always on. … The team here are just so helpful … the coworking space and the building runs like a top.” — Chris Herbert
We’re proud to Mi6 and AREA 81 as part of the Powerlink community!
Join AREA 81 — Where Rural Entrepreneurs Grow
Powerlink is the spark. AREA 81 is the entrepreneurial accelorator.
AREA 81 connects entrepreneurs across Grey & Bruce with:
Public Square — free forever events and activities
Peer-to-Peer Network — $500/year
Business Builders Guilds — local cohorts with anchor partners like Powerlink
“The spark often starts here in Powerlink, but through AREA 81 it has a chance to grow beyond the building.” — Andrew Hill
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