A Message from our Director
Although we're having wintery weather our Chamber team is thinking about spring and, believe it or not, summer! The preparations for our largest fundraiser of the year, the
Annual Duck Race & Festival, starts now with the outreach to our local non-profits to participate in ticket sales.
There is, of course, plenty going on between now and June 3rd at the Chamber, including our advocacy efforts with the elected officials. Join us for the
Naugatuck Legislative Breakfast on February 28th to connect with your legislators and discuss what the 2018 Legislative Session has in store for your business. Plus keep scrolling for a full listing of our upcoming networking events, news, and Chamber updates.
The Chamber staff is here to support you and your business- please reach out if we can be of assistance at (203) 757-0701 or
cligi@waterburychamber.com.
All the Best,
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Register Today - Upcoming Chamber Events
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21st Annual Harold Webster Smith Awards
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Tuscany Trip Informational Wine and Cheese Reception
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February Out for Business at Waterbury Hospital
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Watertown Oakville Chamber Legislative Breakfast
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YPOWR CEO Series: Seminar 3- John L. Hopkins
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Annual
Waterbury Mayoral Luncheon
featuring Neil O'Leary
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Naugatuck Chamber Legislative Breakfast
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Chamber Open House Informational Breakfast
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YPOWR Minute to Win It Networking Social
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Member News, Events and Updates
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Ribbon Cutting: Statefarm Insurance - McCormack Agency
State Farm Insurance McCormack Agency recently celebrated the opening of its new location at 22 Park Place in Naugatuck. The business, previously located at 223 Meadow Street, provides auto, home, property, business, life and health insurance products. Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left: State Representative Rosa Rebimbas (R-70), Burgess Laurie Taf-Jackson, Naugatuck Mayor N. Warren "Pete" Hess, Insurance Account Representative Stephanie Cabral, owner John McCormack, President & CEO of the Naugatuck Economic Development Corporation Ronald Pugliese, Insurance Account Representative Tamirys Dos Santos, Burgess Rocky Vitale, and Naugatuck Chamber of Commerce Director Courtney Ligi. For information, visit www.mccormackinsurance.com or call 203-720-0100.
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Easterseals 25th Annual Chocolate and Food Festival (March 10)
Easterseals 25th annual Chocolate and Food Festival is coming to the Naugatuck Event Center on March 10th! At this popular event participants will be able to sample an overflowing assortment of chocolate, gourmet foods, as well as beer and wine. There will be a silent auction, door prizes and more! To order tickets please visit
www.eastersealschocolateevent.eventbrite.com
or find us on Facebook (Easterseals of Greater Waterbury) Tickets are $20 for adults, and $5 for children ages 5-11.
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Room for Rent at Balanced Body
Room for rent for a massage therapist or other holistic modality in a Chiropractic and wellness center. Looking for a motivated therapist with a special interest in therapeutic work and a holistic mindset to join our team. Learn more about us at
www.BalancedBodyCT.com or stop in at 223 Meadow Street, Naugatuck. Call: 203-723-9257
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Ion Bank
Gives Employees Awards for Outstanding Customer Service
Ion Bank has awarded their quarterly customer service commendation to Amanda Scott, Personal Banker, at our 665 North Colony Road, Wallingford branch. The SARF Award (Safety & Security, Accuracy, Responsiveness and Friendly, Personalized Service) is given every quarter to the employee who best represents the Bank's engrained culture of giving customers the service and dedication they deserve, every day. "A focus on the customer and providing outstanding service are fundamental features of the Bank's service standards," said Charles J. Boulier III, CEO, Ion Bank. "It distinguishes Ion Bank from other regional banks. It is an honor to recognize employees who best exemplify those features." Amanda joined Ion Bank 5 years ago as a Teller and became a Head Teller before her current position of Personal Banker. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Communications from Southern CT State University. She is a native of Bethany where she currently resides. Photo of Ion Bank employees - left to right - Craig Wallace, VP, Infrastructure Operations; Marcia Arndt, VP, Branch Operations; Kathy McPadden, EVP, Chief Human Resources Officer; Amanda Scott, Personal Banker - Wallingford; Charles Boulier, CEO; Justin Bush, Personal Banker - Naugatuck; Sorrina Salvatore, Business Development Officer; Jeffrey Hernandez, Branch Manager - Wallingford.
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Ion Insurance hires Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
Ion Insurance Corporation, a full-service independent insurance brokerage affiliated with Ion Bank, has hired Lisa SanAngelo as Vice President, Chief Operations Officer. In this newly created position, Lisa will oversee and manage all areas of the insurance agency to ensure continuation of employee and customer satisfaction and facilitate annual growth and strategic objectives. Lisa was previously employed at H.D. Segur Insurance in Cheshire, CT as Operations Manager and Tracy-Driscoll Insurance in Bristol, CT as Vice President, Operations Manager. She is a native of Wolcott where she currently resides with her husband Gary and children Alexandra, Gabrielle and Nicholas.
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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
dkrechevsky@waterburychamber.com or 203-757-0701.
Click Here to see information on this grant on the Chamber's Website.
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Promote Your Business with 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 Out for Business events, Young Professionals of Waterbury Region networking events, Out for Health events, and more.
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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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