View the Annual Meeting here. Read the 2020 Annual Report. View the Chamber’s 2020 year in review video. The Chamber held its annual meeting on March 30 in a format typical of 2020, but unlike any other year in its…
Reflecting on the successes and challenges of 2020, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT is taking the important step of dedicating its Annual meeting to recognizing the contributions of essential workers and businesses during the pandemic. The Chamber will host its Annual Meeting virtually on March 30, 4 – 5…
In this blog: Engineering, Environmental, and Economic Impacts Revolution Wind Project Beacon Wind Project Park City Wind Project State Pier Redevelopment in New London Industry experts led an exploration of offshore wind energy, including economic development on and off the…
As the staff discussed International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, stories about women who influenced us filled our thoughts. These women may have had a direct impact on our lives, they may be people we aspired to emulate, or…
If you’ve raised a teenager, or remember being one, you are familiar with the existential dread accompanying career and college planning. Stacy Herr, the Chamber’s Program and Event Manager, is helping her high school junior navigate the process, and she…
Green Energy Goals Drive Economic Opportunity There’s a changing landscape for Green Energy. A White House announcement in February committed $100 million in funding to support low-carbon energy technologies. State and local governments up and down the Eastern Seaboard are…
Traveling the trail—exploring eastern CT and discovering downtowns and businesses—was the concept that launched the Chamber’s annual shop local promotion three years ago. In 2020, customers felt more inclined to shop from home, and the Holiday Shopping Trail responded by…
We miss your face! Fortunately, we can see that smile over Zoom while connecting in person will have to wait. We are offering some casual networking events since getting the chance to catch up can be more challenging in online…
Connecting in Young Professionals network offers big benefits If you are a professional early in your career, or you mentor one, you know there’s a lot to navigate. Success in career, community, and life balance requires building a strong foundation…
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…