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A Message from our Director
As we near the end of 2016, I would like to take the time to say "THANK YOU".
Thank you for your investment in the Chamber. Thank you for your participation. Thank you for joining us and your fellow members at our many events. Thank you for supporting your business colleagues and the borough's economic development efforts. Thank you for housing your business in Naugatuck and thank you for being AWESOME!
We are grateful to have each other and as we reflect on 2016 we are reminded that the synergy between our business community is STRONG.
Take more advantage of your Chamber membership in 2017 and connect with the Chamber staff how we can help you fulfill your 2017 new year business resolutions.
Best Wishes and Happy Holidays,
Sincerely,
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Register Today - Upcoming Chamber Events
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Annual Chamber
Holiday Gathering
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95th Annual Meeting & Dibble Awards Dinner
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Wednesday, January 11
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YPOWR CEO Speaker Series - Seminar 1: Frank Monteiro
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A Message from Naugatuck Economic Development Corporation CEO, Ron Pugliese
As we conclude 2016, I thought I would highlight some successes that NEDC and Naugatuck have enjoyed this year. We have closed on two former borough properties which are now being renovated. Both properties, Prospect Street School and the former railroad station, will open in early 2017. Both properties are now on the Grand List, and will produce significant taxes to the town. We have also been successful in 2016 in opening ... Click to read more.
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Welcome Our Newest Member:
The Club Health and Fitness
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The CLUB, strives to offer the highest quality services, cleanest facility and friendliest atmosphere that the health club industry has to offer. The CLUB staff has taken years of experience training and working in many different clubs (privately owned as well as national chains) around the country and taken great things from each of them to make The CLUB the outstanding facility it is today. The CLUB is the perfect place to get fit and be healthy whether you have been training for years or you are just looking to get started. The CLUB staff is dedicated to working personally with each individual as they come through the door, immediately creating an environment that is positively charged to help those individuals reach and exceed their fitness goals and dreams. View Member Profile.
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Happy Holidays from Your Chamber Leadership!
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Naugatuck Chamber Director Courtney Ligi, Chairman of the Board and President of the Naugatuck Economic Development Corporation Ronald Pugliese, and Chamber President & CEO Lynn Ward wish you and your loved ones Happy Holidays!
We look forward to continuing to serve your business needs in 2017!
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Annual Meeting and Dibble Award Dinner Registrations Encouraged
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Members are encouraged to reserve their seats for the 95th Annual Meeting of the Naugatuck Chamber and Lewis A. Dibble, Sr. Award Dinner. This year's dinner will honor Ion Bank President & CEO Charles Boulier III. Click below to reserve your seat or contact the Chamber today to join our growing list of event sponsors:
Premier Sponsors:
Ion Bank
Sarracco Mechanical Services
Supporting Sponsors:
Alderson-Ford Funeral Homes
All About You Home Care Services
Chittenden Group
Fitzpatrick, Mariano, Santos & Sousa, PC
Liberty Bank
Nobis Engineering
NSI
People's United Bank
Ronald J. Pugliese
Terri's Flower Shop
Webster Bank
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Ballots Due December 30th for 2017 Board of Directors
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Ballots are due to select new members to the Chamber's Board of Directors for 2017. Members of the Naugatuck Chamber should send in their ballots as soon as possible. The original ballot was sent to all Chamber members via email notification. To be counted, all ballots must be faxed to (203) 756-3507 or emailed to Pat at pmellitt@waterburychamber.com by December 30, 2016. Improperly marked ballots will be rejected. Click here to view the ballot.
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Naugatuck Chamber Hosts Annual Mayoral Breakfast
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The Naugatuck Chamber hosted its annual Mayoral Breakfast on November 10th, welcoming businesses members to a packed house at Jesse Camille's in Naugatuck. Mayor "Pete" Hess shared progress being made in the borough and talked about several projects in the works and looking ahead to the future. More community events, such as the Light the Night festivalthat was held on December 3, will seek to foster community engagement with local businesses and restaurants. The Mayoral Breakfast was generously sponsored by Ion Bank and Mountview Wine & Liquor with beautiful flower arrangements donated by Terri's Flower Shop.
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To schedule a ribbon cutting with the Chamber, contact Membership Director Louis Lacman at llacman@waterburychamber.com or (203) 757-0702 ext. 305
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Member News, Events and Updates
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Whittemore Library: From Darkness to Dynasty
Young Professionals of Waterbury Region Donate to United Way
The Young Professionals of Waterbury Region presented a donation of toys to the United Way of Naugatuck and Beacon Falls for children in need. The group held a toy collection at their networking social at Wing It On Tap on December 1st and encouraged members to bring a toy. YPOWR Program Director Courtney Ligi presented the toys to the United Way at their office on December 2nd.
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Save Big on Networking in 2017!
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GET AN EASY PASS, SAVE TIME AND MONEY!
As an Easy Pass holder, you'll be automatically registered for 12 consecutive Out for Business events including the annual Business EXPO (April) and Holiday Gathering (December). Members can purchase an Easy Pass for a one-time payment of $175 for a savings of up to $130!
Click here for details.
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HR Corner - Your Chamber Resource
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In the HR Corner, we'll provide articles and information relevant to your business about Human Resources. We hope you can utilize these sources of information in your daily operations! Check out this month's HR Corner topics:
NEW OVERTIME LAWS HALTED; LABOR DEPARTMENT APPEALS (WSJ.COM)
A preliminary injunction that was granted by a U.S. District Court Judge in Texas on November 22nd blocked the Department of Labor's (DOL) new overtime regulation nationwide that was set to take effect on December 1, 2016. This injunction means that the DOL is prohibited from enforcing the new rules at this time. The Labor Department has since appealed the injunction, which was called a "major win for the business community" by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The U.S. Chamber had challenged these new regulations along with 21 states and many businesses.
Learn More - Click Here
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Our Public Policy and Economic Development Director Dave Krechevsky strives to keep you updated on everything happening in Hartford that could affect your business. Follow Dave's Public Policy Blog to stay in the know and on top of developments in Public Policy.
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Enhanced Web Listings: Stand Out from the Competition
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Members now have the exciting ability to upgrade to an enhanced listing on waterburychamber.com. Our staff is working hard to bring the benefits of these enhanced listings to you. These listings offer members the ability to stand out from their competition with features such as your company logo, a bolder listing, your social media links, videos and photos and a business description. Our goal is to help members generate more online referrals, website clicks, social media interaction and more potential customers.
Click here for more details.
For questions or to activate your enhanced listing, email Alison at
aamato@waterburychamber.com
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SHOP LOCAL, SHOP CHAMBER
We're working to promote shopping local and shopping Chamber! Our new digital initiative provides the opportunity to promote your business through our e-mail, newsletter, and social media exposure to encourage your fellow members to shop local and utilize your business. Every month, different members will be showcased- and YOU can be a part of it. Click here for further details and consider which month you'd like to sign up for. Contact Julie at
jdonato@waterburychamber.com
today!
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