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In This Issue:
A Note from Newsletter Sponsor Post University
Upcoming Events ~ Welcome New Members
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings ~ HR Corner
Health Care Council Update ~ Business Women's Forum
Hiring/Training Programs ~
Chamber New
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A Message from our President, Lynn Ward
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Summer is certainly in full swing, and I hope you enjoyed a fun and relaxing 4th of July. You'll find no 'summer slowdown' in the Chamber office, as our staff works to prepare for the many events and programs slated for fall.
The largest of these upcoming opportunities is the
Malcolm Baldrige Awards Evening, honoring three individuals in our community who have gone above and beyond to make their impact. This year's dinner will honor
Charles J. Boulier III of Ion Bank with the 2018 Malcolm Baldrige Community Award;
Timothy D. Bergstrom of Webster B
ank with our 2018 Leadership Award; and Joseph Riolo of Route 63 Automotive with the 2018 Volunteer Award. We look forward to hosting a large crowd to help us celebrate these three community leaders on September 26 at the Aqua Turf Club, and are currently accepting reservations, sponsorships and silent auction items.
We're also finalizing plans for the Chamber Foundation's
36th Annual Business Women's Forum, which will feature keynote speaker
Bethenny Frankel on October 30. An entrepreneur, investor, philanthropist, author and TV personality, Bethenny is sure to add an insightful and engaging session to our full day of networking, workshops and speakers. I encourage you to learn more about the event
by clicking here and explore opportunities for attendance, promotion and sponsorship.
Thanks for being a valued member,
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A Note from Newsletter Sponsor Post University
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Post University's Tournament to Benefit Athletic Programs
The Post University Athletic Department Golf Tournament benefiting the University's 21 athletic programs will be held on Monday, August 20, at the Watertown Golf Club.
The tournament will be a scramble format with registration at 10:30 a.m., lunch at 11:30 a.m., followed by a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $150 per golfer or $600 per foursome. The price includes greens fees, cart, lunch, dinner, and a gift bag. Prizes will also be awarded to the top three teams, longest drive, closest to the pin, hole-in-one, and a putting contest.
All proceeds from the tournament will be used to enhance the student-athlete experience at Post University and support our 21 NCAA Division II athletic programs.
A variety of sponsorship opportunities are also available at multiple price levels. Those interested in getting more information on sponsorship or the tournament can check out the tournament brochure. The registration deadline is July 25, 2018.
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Join Us! - Upcoming Chamber Events
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YPOWR Trivia & Happy Hour
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Tuesday, July 10
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Wednesday, July 18
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Tuesday, July 31
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Mental Health First Aid Training
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August 7th & 8th
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Monday, August 20
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Wednesday, August 22
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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24th Annual Malcolm Baldrige Awards Evening
Wednesday, 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!
| A. Cassidy's Cremation Services, LLC |
Fino Wood Fired Pizza & Bar |
| Carlson Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu |
Fiorita, Kornhaas & Company |
| Cattleya |
Flood Law Firm |
| CREDO Housing Development Corp. |
Law Offices of Thomas E. Porzio, LLC |
| Dean Custom Awnings |
Litchfield Distillery |
| Domino's Pizza (Waterbury) |
Love and Caring Homecare Agency, LLC |
| Domino's Pizza (Watertown) |
Lyons Slitting Inc |
| ECAD-Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities |
McCormack & McCormack Attorneys |
| Ferrari's Appliance |
Woodbury Yoga Center |
*June 1- June 27
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Join us at upcoming ribbon cuttings to celebrate your fellow members!
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Wednesday, July 11th
11:30 AM
Grand Opening!
544 Straits Turnpike, Watertown
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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 jdonato@waterburychamber.comor at (203) 757-0701 ext. 325.
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HR Corner:
Employers Must Adhere to Rights - Or Pay the Price!
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A roofing company in the State of Washington had to pay out
$63,486
(in back pay and medical bills) to a former employee, to resolve a (Federal) Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) claim. The U.S. Department of Labor investigators determined that although the employee did not ask for the rights, the company knew he had a serious health condition, so they were negligent when they did not inform him of his rights.
The employee should have been informed about his rights and MT Baker (roofing company) did not notify him about the leave or his right to come back to his job afterward or that his benefits were protected while on leave. Additionally, they wrongfully terminated the employee's employment while he was out for the illness.
Employers should realize that employees need not use any special phrases or even mention the FMLA to qualify for leave and other protections, and the employers have a responsibility to designate the leave as such when necessary.
HR is usually responsible to ensure that their organization and its managers, comply with these rights to keep the organization out of liability. If you have no HR, you are still required to adhere to these rights to be in compliance; or pay the price!
The HR Corner is brought to you by Lois A. Krause,
MBA, SPHR, SHRM, SCP - KARDASLARSON, LLC -
Human Resources Solutions. Learn more at www.kardaslarson.com
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Your Health Care Council Update
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Health Care Council Presents 2018 Awards
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The Health Care Council's 13th Annual Meeting and Awards Breakfast was held on June 19th and featured a presentation by #RecoverTogether, a team from the Leadership Greater Waterbury Class of 2018 that is working to fight the stigma surrounding opioid addiction. In addition to honoring new and retiring board members, the council awarded:The 2018 Leadership Award to Dr. Christine Lathuras of Sunrise Family Dental Care; The 2018 Unsung Hero Award to Joseph Ochieng, founder of God Provides Ministries International Inc.; The 2018 Organizational Excellence Award to Waterbury Neurology LLC; and The 2018 Stephen Sasala Health Advocate Award to Acts 4 Ministry, Inc.
The Health Care Council thanks Platinum Sponsor Saint Mary's Hospital; Gold Sponsors Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP, Naugatuck Valley Radiology, OptiCare Eye Health Centers, The Harold Leever Regional Cancer Center, and Waterbury Hospital; and Silver Sponsors Access Rehab Centers, CohnReznick LLP, GS Regan Associates, Jack Zazzarro DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, and Labonne's Markets for their support.
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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 cligi@waterburychamber.com or 203-757-0701.
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The Business Women's Forum, the longest running statewide conference brings you a powerful leadership conference that will feature
2018 keynote speaker, Bethenny Frankel. Brought to you through the Greater Waterbury Chamber of Commerce Foundation, this exciting annual event showcases nationally known speakers and trainers who educate and inspire attendees. In addition to providing access to phenomenal speakers, networking opportunities and diverse training, the Forum awards scholarships to young women pursuing a college business degree at Post University, Waterbury.
The Forum is thrilled to present Bethenney, a businesswoman, entrepreneur, talk show host, bestselling author, investor and reality television personality, as the Forum's 2018 keynote speaker. The Motivational Speaker will be Speaker Hall of Fame member Linda Larsen.
Join us or send employees for this amazing conference on Tuesday, October 30. To register now, visit www.2018bwf.com
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Young Professionals of Waterbury Region
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Board Certification Training SOLD OUT
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The Young Professionals of Waterbury Region is pleased to announce that its newest programming initiative, a Board Certification Training, has completely sold out its first session. Based on the popularity of this initial training, slated for July 24th, the organization is already working to plan additional training and has created a waitlist for those interested in taking advantage of the program in the future. Click here to
Click for More Information and To Join the Waitlist
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Friends and Family Summer Luau
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On June 13th, the Young Professionals of Waterbury Region invited members to its Friends and Family Luau, allowing for connections between members and those who matter most to them. The evening included games, food, a hula dancer, music and contests. S
pecial thanks also to our sponsors: Host Sponsor - The Grand Oak Villa; Tiki Sponsors: Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey and Tindall Law Firm LLC; Signature Drink Sponsor Servpro; Catering By Distasi Catering; Featuring The Mobile Pub.
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Leadership Greater Waterbury Graduation
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On June 6, 2018, the Leadership Greater Waterbury program concluded its 26th program year with a graduation ceremony for the Class of 2018. The Leadership Program produced 18 graduates this year and three group projects: #RecoverTogether, the Brass City Bus Tour, and the Waterbury Youth Quiz Bowl. The program also celebrated Alumnus of the Year, Sorrina Salvatore of Ion Bank. Thank you to Program Sponsor Macdermid Incorporated and to our Graduation Sponsors, Main Street Waterbury and Leever Cancer Center.
Graduates of the program included: Jordan Kologe, MacDermid Performance Solutions; Sue Mellitt, MacDermid Performance Solutions; Matthew Paventy, MacDermid Performance Solutions; Meaghan Rickard, CompuMail Corp.; Caitlin Sheedy, FD Community Federal Credit Union; Santiago Bolanos, Waterbury Development Corporation; Sarah Callahan, Ion Bank; Amy Fellows, Northwest Regional Workforce Investment Board; Vianca Lazaro, New Opportunities, Inc.; Bryan Southworth, UCONN Waterbury; Shawn Whisenhant, Post University; Domenic Falcone, Thomaston Savings Bank; Melissa Gonzalez, Liberty Bank; Cessandra Guerrera, MacDermid Performance Solutions; Victor Lavoura, Savings Bank of Danbury; Joshua Marseglia, Thomaston Savings Bank; Cassie Michaels, People's United Bank; and Ivan Shiffman, Ion Bank.
Recruitement is underway for the Leadership Greater Waterbury Class of 2019 - Apply Today!
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June Out for Business at Webster Bank
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On June 20, Webster Bank hosted the Waterbury Regional Chamber's monthly Out for Business event at their branch on Reidville Drive in Waterbury. Guests enjoyed food and drink as well as an informative Buzz Session by Retirement Plan Advisor Tim Fitzgerald on 401(k) and retirement plans for small business. Thank you to all who joined us and to Webster Bank for being our host and sponsor! The Chamber's next Out for Business networking event will be held on
July 18th at Stone Academy.
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Naugatuck Chamber & YMCA Golf Tournament
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For the 24th year, the Naugatuck Chamber and Naugatuck YMCA teamed up to produce the annual Golf Outing held at the Watertown Golf Club. This year's event featured a full day on the course, contests and prizes. Congratulations to our winning teams: 1st Place, Scramble: the McSherry Law Office Team, including Bob Clark, Kevin McSherry, Dave Labriola and Seth Bronko; 1st Place, Best Ball: the Goldenrod Corporation Team, including Phil Pretto, John Pretto, Steve Pretto and Dave Batura; Long Drive (Men) Steve Pustola; Long Drive (Women) Vanessa Teter; Closest to the Pin (Men) Terry Barber; Closest to the Pin (Women) Sue Trudeau; Putting Contest Hole in One Winner James McCowan.
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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.
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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
jdonato@waterburychamber.com today!
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