T-Shirt World in Crystal Mall. Keith’s Appliances in Mystic. Satori Spa in Mystic. These are just some of the eastern Connecticut venues that have hosted or will be hosting ribbon-cutting ceremonies, reflecting hope in this post-pandemic world that business will…
Waterford, CONN. – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut is pleased to announce the 71st Citizen of the Year as John Burkhardt, former Senior Vice President, Head of Global Drug Safety Research and Development (DSRD), Head of Comparative Medicine…
Born out of frustration with larger food delivery companies, cofounders Lauren Ashe and Alex Foulkes set out to create Shoreline Menus; a local restaurant-owned delivery service with an important mission.
Our annual Regional Chamber Awards, known as The ECTys, honor excellence in community engagement, innovation, customer service, and business best practices. Each recipient is nominated by a member of the regional business community and chosen with immense consideration. View some…
Mystic, Connecticut — In honor of Black History Month, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut hosted a joint Business After Hours and YPSocial event at Mystic Seaport Museum on February 24. After an evening of networking, attendees were invited…
As the one major professional sports team in Connecticut, we want to be sure that we support and collaborate with the people and businesses that make our state so tremendous. To do this, we have created a campaign to promote local Connecticut-based small businesses: Play Big. Shop Small.
Guest Blog: The Day TheDay.Jobs’ Regional Fall Job Fair will connect job seekers face-to-face with some of southeastern Connecticut’s top employers – from growing local businesses to national companies in fields including hospitality, manufacturing, human/social services, education, communications, and more….
Located in Stonington, Whale Tail Driftwood is the passion project of Bruce Chamberlain, a family-law attorney local to eastern Connecticut. The vision for Chamberlain’s recently opened artisan furniture studio began 20 years ago, when he found himself picking up pieces…
This Valentine’s Day, don’t forget to show love to your favorite local spots for fun, dining, self-care, and more. Take a look at some local opportunities this February 14!
Shopping local can help uplift small, independent businesses that look to the year-round support of their immediate community. This is especially critical for black-owned businesses that experience barriers set by systemic racism.