Guest Blog: Tommy Vorio, Certified Financial Services Retaining your company’s key employees is one of the most important steps toward your business’ success. Key employees can reduce your workload, noticeably improve company performance and operations, and act as the backbone…
Leadership Eastern CT has it right in the name. For more than 30 years, the focus has been on our region—one that encompasses the largest submarine base and manufacturer in the U.S., major tourism draws like the casinos and aquarium,…
While we have seen each other over the past year, it was primarily in a three-inch box on a Zoom screen. Business continued on this platform and creative approaches to networking helped keep us connected, but it just wasn’t the…
Guest Blog: Wild Birds Unlimited If you enjoy feeding and watching your backyard birds, then you probably want to do as much as you can to practice your hobby safely and ensure the birds’ overall health and well-being. While the…
Agricultural fairs are a highlight of summer and the cattle, sheep, goats, rabbits and chickens are back in the barns. Exhibition halls showcase the best of local crafters, bakers, and artisans. Rides on the midway, fair food, contests, live music,…
Guest Blog by: ConnectiCare Your eyes are an important, but often overlooked, part of your overall health. Learn what you can do to help protect your vision. Eye care experts recommend a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years, depending…
The ECTys recognize businesses, nonprofits, innovators, and individuals Each year, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT recognizes businesses and organizations for their excellence, innovation, and contributions with the Regional Chamber Awards, the ECTys. On July 22, the Chamber will…
Fun returns this summer as downtowns and venues around the region again host monthly and annual festivals. Art shows, food festivals, and special town celebrations continue into September. Explore a new town and enjoy food, music, games and fun! Eat…
This summer the sky will light up again with fireworks shows in the region. That’s not all that’s lighting up summer. Enjoy summer fun with special events and performances around the region! Fireworks! Moved to Friday, July 9, Killingly hosts…
Guest Blog by: ConnectiCare Considering yoga? Here are just a few of its health benefits. Yoga is a leading health-and-wellness practice, with about one in seven American adults claiming to practice yoga in a 2017 survey. The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic shuttered yoga…