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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…