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…
Chamber’s Military Affairs Council partners in effort to advance understanding The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT, in conjunction with our Military Affairs Council, is partnering with Association of Defense Communities (ADC’s) nationwide initiative, One Military, One Community to conduct…
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT represents the interests of the region’s businesses and organizations in Hartford, and now its website offers new tools for tracking proposed legislation. The Chamber’s Legislative Affairs Council identified key issues to relevant to…
While we at the Chamber have a special affinity for all things Irish, everyone can join in the celebration with food and fun from around the region. Get out for some fun! Mystic Irish Parade 5K is going virtual this year….
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…
Senator Richard Blumenthal joined the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT via Zoom on February 18. Senator Blumenthal described the dire circumstances of families and businesses in face of the pandemic and made the case for an aggressive bill, The…
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…