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…
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…
The Chamber was pleased to share a webinar led by Andrea Reeves Barton, Inaugural CEO of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Authority (PFMLIA) and the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT on February 4. This important informational session provided…
Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day, and all the ways we show our loved ones we care on February 14 are also great opportunities to show your favorite spots some love. However you celebrate this year, be sure to include local businesses…
Op-Ed by Tony Sheridan, Chamber President and CEO Originally appeared in the Hartford Courant, January 31, 2021. The COVID-19 pandemic brought significant, painful, and discouraging changes for so many people and businesses throughout Connecticut. Southeastern Connecticut was no exception. Many…
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…