New Roles, New Focus
Chamber staff share new approaches to serving members Tony Sheridan, President & CEO This past year we all experienced significant changes in how we do business. Each day as I reach out to learn how we can best serve our…
Positive Economic Indicators Among Pandemic Impacts
On January 21, the Chamber welcomed CT State Comptroller Kevin Lembo and economist John Traynor for a virtual Business Breakfast, providing updates and insights on the state’s economic trends. Undeniably, the COVID-19 pandemic impacted state finances and the local economy,…
5 Ways to Maximize Your Membership Now
Last January, we filled two pages of our newsletter with ways to make the most of your Chamber membership. Right now, everything seems a little overwhelming, so we picked 5 quick benefits to enjoy! 1. Member discounts benefit you 3 times…
Grant Opportunities for Small Businesses and Nonprofits
In addition to keeping track of federal and state funding opportunities, we are looking out for grants for small businesses and nonprofits. We will be updating this blog with new grants as we become aware of them. Federal and State…
Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, CT DECD, and SBA Share Updates on Business Relief...
On January 12, the Chamber welcomed CT Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, CT Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) Deputy Commissioner Glendowlyn Thames, and U.S Small Business Association District Director Catherine Marx for updates on relief programs for businesses impacted…
If 70% of change projects fail, why do them?
Guest blog by The Human Resources Consortium The client was asking a perfectly reasonable question from where he sat as a C-suite executive in a major national corporation. He would never consider involving his company in any activity with such…
Federal Funding Programs Open Soon: Are You Ready to Apply?
The second phase of CARES funding was signed into law on December 27, 2020 in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. The Act: Reopened and funded a second round of Paycheck Protection Program forgivable loans Reopened Economic Injury Disaster Loans and…
Eastern Connecticut’s Resilience
A message from Tony Sheridan, President and CEO 2020 has been an extraordinary year of unforeseen challenges impacting all of us. Last December, we enjoyed all the festivities of the holidays, gathering for our Gala and for celebrations with family…
Building for the Builders
Leadership Eastern CT community service supports Habitat for Humanity There’s an old saying about the cobbler’s children not having shoes. When your institution’s mission is building homes for others, as is the case with Habitat for Humanity, all your energy…
Get Ready for Federal Relief
While federal legislation is still under discussion, get your business ready to apply The federal government is continuing to negotiate a new COVID-19 relief package. Legislation is expected to pass in the next few days, and then federal agencies structure…