The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut was proud to participate in the New England Chamber of Commerce Executives (NEACCE) fall conference held at Foxwoods Resort Casino on November 8-9, 2021. Industry associations such as NEACCE are essential to connect…
“Hunger is big. Our Community is bigger.” Connecticut Foodshare’s annual Turkey and Thirty campaign kicked off on November 1 and will continue with their annual tradition of providing Thanksgiving meals, and raising funds to fight hunger year-round. Turkey donations will…
Guest blog: Hartford Healthcare Hartford HealthCare has long had dozens of excellent physicians and care providers in the southeastern Connecticut-Rhode Island area, but those professionals were in offices that scattered around Westerly, Stonington, Mystic, Waterford and elsewhere. When opportunities arose…
This past Friday, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut honored Michael Rauh, President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank, as our 70th Citizen of the Year. Rauh was joined by family, friends, local community members and State representatives, such…
Each year, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) organizes National Veterans Small Business Week. During this time, SBA will host free, virtual information sessions to connect and empower service member, veteran and military spouse business owners with the resources they…
Guest Blog: ConnectiCare Flu season is here. The coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to remain a threat. So, what should you do if you feel ill and wonder, “Is it the flu, a cold, or COVID-19?” This year will be a little…
Connecticut’s legalization of recreational marijuana in June opened a number of conversations, from the implications for employers to new business opportunities across a wide range of industries. The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut hosted “Business Breakfast and Mini Expo:…
Rachel Lenda knows the ins and outs of hospitality and tourism, having served the needs of guests for 12 years in the restaurant industry. From covering the varied tasks of a general manager to sales and marketing, Rachel brings a…
Guest Blog: ConnectiCare Feeling hunched over? See how yoga can help you relieve back strain and improve posture. Admit it: Over the past year and a half, you’ve leaned over your laptop, slouched in front of the TV, and scrolled…
Changing lives since 1999, Advantage Personal Training lives up to their mission to be “The Best Part of Our Clients’ Day.” Owner Greg Drab called APT the “Cheers” of fitness gyms, “We know all of our clients’ names, their goals,…