Staying Safe, Staying Open
Connecticut is a COVID-19 control success story, from hotspot to one of the lowest transmission rates in the country. We need to bring it down to one case per 100,000 people from our current 2.1 daily average to be “On…
Chamber Connects Businesses During COVID Crisis
Being here for businesses—large, medium, and especially small—has looked different over the past five months. Pivoting to the new model, Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT continues to do what we do best: convening, connecting, collaborating, and supporting. The Chamber…
Pfizer, Governor Offer Good News
Photo Credit: Office of Governor Ned Lamont On July 22, I had the privilege to be invited when Pfizer announced the significant progress they have made on a vaccine for COVID-19. Groton Site Director and Senior Vice President John Burkhardt shared that the promising…
Leadership Eastern CT More Valuable Than Ever
Applications for two-year program open until September 8 Leadership’s essential role is amplified during a crisis. Business, government, and nonprofit leaders in eastern CT have stepped up to the challenges presented by COVID-19, navigating impacts across the community. Learning about…
Governor Lamont and Public Health Commissioner Gifford Express Concern Over...
Originally published as a new release on ct.gov photo: A gathering of a significant number of young adults seen recently in Stony Creek. (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont and Department of Public Health (DPH) Acting Commissioner Dr. Deidre S. Gifford…
I Am Me: The Feminine Side of Lawyering
Guest blog by Kristi Kelly, Suisman Shapiro Having a female lawyer can provide a level of personal comfort for some clients. Similar to seeking a female doctor, prospective clients routinely consider gender when seeking a lawyer’s legal advice and advocacy. I…
Summer Tunes
Photo Credit: Stonington Vineyard Dinner, a glass of wine, live music—the perfect summer evening! Venues around the region are hosting events that safely distance while bringing the tunes together. Rocks 21 Great music and delicious food come together with a…
U.S. Department Issues Revised FMLA Notices and Certification Forms
Guest blog by The Human Resource Consortium, LLC The Department of Labor issued new prototype FMLA Notices and Certification Forms on July 16, 2020 after receiving “substantial public input.” Some of the forms were entirely reorganized and revamped, while others…
Senator Blumenthal Gives Updates on COVID Response, Defense at Virtual Business...
On July 14, Senator Richard Blumenthal joined the Chamber and community members for updates on the federal response to COVID-19 and the programs he is working toward implementing in support of healthcare workers, businesses, and education. He covered the defense…
Open for Business: More Fun Things to Do
We’ve updated our listings of open businesses, museums, shopping, hotels, and fun venues. Let us know what’s up at your business and provide the best link for up-to-date info—your website or social media. Shop, dine and enjoy our member businesses by bookmarking this…