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In This Issue:
Upcoming Events ~ Welcome New Members ~
Hiring/Training Programs
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings ~
HR Corner ~ Health Care Council Update
Chamber New
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A Message from our President
September is here and for many this means back to school, back to routine, and back to work. It's a busy time at the Chamber office as we prepare for a full slate of fall events and initiatives.
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23rd Annual Malcolm Baldrige Community Awards Dinner is almost upon us, and we are excited to be recognizing our three outstanding honorees at this premier business event on September 26th. The Chamber is privileged to be able to present this evening in the name of former Chamber chairman Malcolm 'Mac' Baldrige, a dynamic businessman, outstanding community leader and United States Secretary of Commerce under president Ronald Regan. It will be a special evening as we honor
Frank Monteiro of MacDermid Performance Solutions with the Malcolm Baldrige Community Award,
Lori DosSantos of Bank of America Merrill Lynch with the Leadership Award, and
James Higgins of Webster Bank with the Volunteer Award.
This year, we are offering a special opportunity to extend your congratulations to our awardees as well as showcase your business to over 400 attendees.
I invite you to add your company logo or your name to our 'Congratulations Card,' which will be presented to everyone at the awards evening and in a unique presentation to Frank, Lori and James. The event is quickly approaching so please contact us on how you can be added to this card
today!
Although this awards dinner is the Chamber's largest undertaking this month, it is by no means all that we are up to. Please keep scrolling to see all of the upcoming opportunities ahead and the ways that our staff has been working to support your business.
As always, I encourage you to reach out to me if
if I can be of assistance at (203) 757-0701 or
[email protected]
Best Regards,
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View exclusive specials and menus from participating restaurants by clicking here:
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Join Us! - Upcoming Chamber Events
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YPOWR 3rd Annual Mini Golf Tournament & Networking Reception
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September Out for Business
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Malcolm Baldrige
Community Awards Evening
Tuesday, September 26
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Welcome to our newest members who have joined over the past month*. We encourage you to connect with these members and learn about how you can work together!
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Block Advisors
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Lake Wine & Spirits |
| Chase Parkway Dental |
NSL Center for Primary Care LLC |
| CoWorker Hub |
Superior Plus Energy Services |
| Expense Reduction Analysts |
Tractor Supply Company |
Franciscan Home Care &
Hospice Care |
U.S. Small Business Administration |
| Gents Barber Shop |
Vivint-Local Authorized Dealer |
| Healthy Healing Wellness, LLC |
Waterbury Liquidators LLC |
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John M. Glover Agency
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*Joined August 1 - September 11
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Hiring and Training Programs Available
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Do you need help finding qualified workers for your business? Could you use some financial assistance to offset the cost of hiring and training new workers, or training your existing workforce? The Waterbury Regional Chamber is working with the Northwest Regional Workforce Investment Board to help businesses in Greater Waterbury learn more about the available hiring and training programs and whether they qualify for them. This includes providing information on posting jobs on the state's CTHires.com website, as well as information about Manufacturing Innovation Fund Incumbent Worker Training, the Apprenticeship Program, Hiring Veterans, and On the Job Training programs. For information, contact Dave Krechevsky, the Chamber's director of public policy and economic development, at
[email protected] or 203-757-0701.
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Join us at upcoming ribbon cuttings to celebrate your fellow members!
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Tuesday, September 12
1:00 PM
New Location!
900 Straits Turnpike, Suite J
Middlebury
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FD Community Federal Credit Union
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Wednesday, September 13
11:00 AM
Grand Re-Opening!
601 Watertown Avenue,
Waterbury
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Monday, September 18
4:00 PM
Grand Opening!
777 Echo Lake Road, Suite I, Watertown
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Wednesday, September 20
12:00 Noon
Grand Opening!
Woodbury Sign across from 15 Hollow Road, Woodbury
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Saturday, September 23
11:00 AM
Grand Opening!
1160 New Haven Road, Naugatuck
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Wednesday, September 27
1:00 PM
New Location!
26 Church Street, Naugatuck
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Thursday, September 28
12:00 Noon
Grand Opening!
350 Fairfield Avenue, Waterbury
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Bill Wildman Floor Covering
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Friday, September 29
1:00 PM
Celebrating 40 Years!
1886 Watertown Avenue, 1-1 East, Oakville
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*To schedule an upcoming ribbon cutting for your business with the Chamber, contact Membership Services and Communications Director Julie Donato at [email protected]or at (203) 757-0701 ext. 311.
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HR Corner: "An Act Concerning Pregnant Women
in the Workplace"
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As of October 1, 2017, in the State of CT, there will be new employment protections for pregnant employees and pregnant applicants under the state's existing anti-discrimination law.
The new "ACT" will make it discriminatory in Connecticut to: Limit, segregate, or classify an employee in a way that would deprive her of employment opportunities because of her pregnancy; as well as discriminating against her because she is pregnant for any work-related functions, including hiring. It will also be discriminatory to make it mandatory for a pregnant employee to be required to do a job that has reduced responsibilities, if she does not believe she needs to reduce her responsibilities.
The Act also provides new, definitions for certain the terms in the act and includes extensive notice requirements that Connecticut employers must adhere to as well.
If you have any questions about this new "Act", or how to implement or publicize it within your organization, I will be happy to help you navigate through this sea of uncertainty.
The HR Corner is brought to you by Lois Krause,
MBA, SPHR, SHRM, SCP - KARDASLARSON, LLC -
Human Resources Solutions. Learn more at www.kardaslarson.com
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Coming Up Nearby - Opioid Forum: Understanding the Impact On the Workplace
The widespread abuse of opioid drugs, including prescription painkillers heroin and other highly addictive drugs, are in the headlines on a daily basis. In Connecticut, there were 917 reported deaths from opioid overdoses in 2016, and there is no indication that trend is slowing down. And for every overdose, there are many more daily users getting by day-to-day with their addiction. There is no doubt this crisis is having an impact on the workforce and in the workplace. But are employers prepared to recognize the problem, or know where to go for help? Join in the Opiod Forum on September 27th beginning at 7:30 AM.
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Your Health Care Council Update
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The Health Care Council is proud to present the Fall 2017 HealthMatters supplement with the Republican-American newspaper, bringing readers updates on healthcare in our region. For subscribers to the Republican-American, you'll see your issue this Sunday, September 17th in your paper! All Health Care Council members will receive a copy mailed directly to them as well. The digital file will be available to view as a special supplement on www.rep-am.com after publication.
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Is your company interested in the Health Care Council or are you a current council member and want to get re-engaged please contact Courtney at [email protected] or 203-757-0701.
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35th Annual Business Women's Forum
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Looking to be inspired and energized? Join in an exciting day at the 35th Annual Business Women's Forum, the longest-running full-day conference for women in Connecticut. Enjoy keynote speakers, engaging workshops, breakfast, lunch, an afternoon networking reception, giveaways, raffles and more!
Click Here and Visit www.2017bwf.com for More Information
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Recruitment Underway for Leadership Greater Waterbury
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The Leadership Greater Waterbury Program is recruiting now for the 2017-2018 program year. L
eadership Greater Waterbury is a personal and career development program which creates lifelong partnerships and develops community awareness among future leaders in civic, professional and community organizations in the Greater Waterbury area. Its goal is to provide a creative, interactive environment for the participants to meet regional leaders and discuss the challenges that affect Greater Waterbury.
To Learn More and View an Application, Click Here.
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Young Professionals Statewide Summit
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The Young Professionals of Waterbury Region hosted the YP Statewide Summit at the end of August at the Palace Theater. This summit gives young professionals groups from around the state a chance to convene and talk about best practices, new ideas and troubleshooting methods. Twelve other groups were able to join in for an engaging and collaborative evening. If someone from your organization might be interested in joining YPOWR, you can learn more about the group by
clicking here.
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Out for Business at Ion Bank
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The Chamber's monthly Out for Business event was held in August at Ion Bank on Church Street in Naugatuck in conjunction with the United Way of Naugatuck and Beacon Falls and the United Way of Greater Waterbury. Guests enjoyed networking as well as an informative Buzz Session about search engine optimization from fellow member Jason Healey of J2H Digital.
For photos from the event, click here.
This month's Out for Business
will be held at Liberty Bank in Naugatuck on September 19.
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Promote Your Business with Door Prize Donations
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Promote your products and services and get great exposure by donating a gift certificate or item to a Chamber function.
Donated items are drawn as prizes for our monthly Out for Business events, Young Professionals of Waterbury Region networking events, Out for Health events, and more. Donations can also be made specifically to the annual Malcolm Baldrige Awards Dinner silent auction.
When you donate, you can gain a new customer and your business is publicly spotlighted by the Chamber.
Start a Donation Today! - Click Here
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We're working to promote shopping local and shopping Chamber! Our digital initiative provides the opportunity to promote your business and 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
[email protected] today!
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