Guest Blog by United Way of Southeastern Connecticut We all know of Black Friday. Then along came Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday. Then, in 2012, #GivingTuesday was born as a way to celebrate giving back on the Tuesday after…
This season employee gifts, recognition, or giveaways can celebrate shopping local, too. Local shops, restaurants, arts venues, and personal services offer gift cards, fun experiences, and special offers that are great ways to show your appreciation for your employees this…
Rosemary Ostfeld’s passion for healthy sustainable food has deep roots and broad branches. “When I was growing up, I spent a lot of time outdoors doing sports and enjoying nature. I’ve learned that having a healthy and sustainable diet is…
Guest Blog: Connecticut Office of Tourism, Tourism Business Partners We know that our tourism industry partners have been greatly impacted by COVID-19. In light of these difficult times, we’ve launched the Tourism Insights: Tips for Recovery program, a research-based program…
Guest Blog: ConnectiCare Protect yourself (and others) with a flu shot The flu may be taking a back seat to the coronavirus (COVID-19) among your medical worries. But the flu poses a risk this year, too. And, there’s something you…
Guest Blog: Zina Sutch, U.S. Small Business Administration This National Disability Employment Awareness Month, learn more about the benefits and steps of hiring individuals with disabilities at your small business. Employees with disabilities bring immense value to their workplaces. Just…
Guest Blog: Reid & Riege, P.C. Background Connecticut has passed into law Bill No. 7001, which authorizes a sunset to the Connecticut Transfer Act, effective upon the issuance of new regulations implementing a new spill reporting law. It still will…
Gardening is about realizing a vision—planning, planting, nurturing, and seeing what blooms. Holdridge Home and Garden invests in the accomplishments of their customers, helping them imagine a garden, fishpond, or home project and providing everything they need for that dream…
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT’s annual awards honor excellence in community engagement, innovation, customer service, and business best practices. While these important honors are traditionally presented at our Annual Meeting, Covid-19 prevented this gathering, and we still want…
Guest Blog by ConnectiCare The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has shined a light on this fact: healthier people are often better able to battle disease. This year, more than ever, doctors say you should get a flu shot between now and…