Greater Valley Chamber Events Newswire

Valley Business Network 12/4/2019 7:45 AM - 12/4/2019 9:15 AM

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 09:05:44 GMT

Valley Business Network is a category-exclusive networking group that meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. VBN members represent a variety of industries and professions. The group's objective is to be a forum for relationship building with the goal of helping members to grow their networks. Additionally, VBN helps members become more informed business people, by sharing their expertise and learning from educational presentations provided by members and guest speakers.

Visitors are welcome. For more information on this Business Referral Group contact the Chamber today.

Please note: Greater Valley Chamber membership is required. VBN membership is by application and acceptance of the Advisory Board. There is a separate yearly membership fee due upon acceptance.

(Meeting times/days may change due to special presentations, holidays, weather, etc. Snow Policy: If Shelton schools are cancelled, the meeting will be cancelled. If Shelton Schools are delayed, the meeting will be on; however, please use your discretion based on the conditions in your area.)

TIED Council 12/5/2019 8:00 AM - 12/5/2019 9:00 AM

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 12:54:41 GMT

Monthly meeting of TIED - Holiday and Planning Meeting

The TIED Council (TIED is an acronym for Technology, Innovation, Education and Development) was developed to serve as resource of trusted advisors to increase all chamber members technology knowledge, helping them to understand how technology can enhance their business and to give Valley technology leaders a forum for collaboration and innovation and to bring awareness to local technology resource s providing support, answers, education, development, and information in the technology field(s) to our chamber members.

Compromised of individuals and companies within and without the technology industry including but not limited to; Cyber Security, Computer networking, Computer productivity, data usage, internet presence, social media, software training, and data analytics. The TIED Council coordinates ongoing informative seminars on technology issues affecting area businesses. The council meets on the first Thursday of each month at 8:00 AM (with exception of holidays when the meeting will be scheduled to a later date in the month). Membership in the Greater Valley Chamber is required for membership in the group; however, anyone is welcome to come to any meeting to learn more.

Jingle & Mingle Annual Holiday Gathering 12/5/2019 5:00 PM - 12/5/2019 7:30 PM

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 09:21:25 GMT

Online Registration has closed for this event. Walk-ins are welcome. We hope to see you there.

It's time for our Annual Holiday Business After Hours!

Networking, Appetizers, Ever-Popular Most Festive Attire Contest, Cash Bar, door prizes and more!

PLUS FUEL will once again be collecting new, unwrapped toys for the TEAM Toys 4 Kids Drive.

Live Music provided by Banko’s Music - Jazz and Holiday Standards for your networking pleasure.

OSHA Recordkeeping Seminar 12/6/2019 8:45 AM - 12/6/2019 12:00 Noon

Wed, 19 Dec 2018 07:51:32 GMT

Is your OSHA Log accurate?

Should the following injuries be recorded?

Medical Glue is applied to multiple lacerations?
X-rays are taken of a leg after a fall, but the results are negative?
Employee is given non-prescription pain medication at prescription strength?
The injury occurs in December 2018, but the employee didn't return to full duty until March 2019?

Do you know about the most recent changes and updates?

Please join Leona May, Compliance Assistance Specialist with Federal OSHA in Bridgeport, and Catherine Zinsser, Occupational Safety Training Specialist with CONN-OSHA, for a detailed overview of OSHA Recordkeeping. Bring your log and your questions!

Free for GVCC Members; $10 All Others.

WIN Council Holiday Breakfast & Grant Presentation 12/10/2019 8:00 AM - 12/10/2019 10:00 AM

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 11:06:39 GMT

Online Registration has closed for this event.

We welcome you to join us for this special breakfast celebrating the past years successes and the 2019 WIN Entrepreneurial Grant recipients. Congratulations to: Michele Kekac, Beautycounter; Nicole Kristoff, Kokopelli Discovery Center; Judith Lamson-Rockwell, Three Bridges Coffee House; and Wendy DiCarlo, Wendy's Wellness.

The Women In Networking (WIN) Council was formed as a way to share hurdles unique to women in business by providing a warm, friendly atmosphere that is supportive, educational & dynamic. Members are a mix of female entrepreneurs, business owners, and key players in B2B services.

In addition, WIN developed an Entrepreneurial Grant Program for Women In Business in the six Valley communities served by the Greater Valley Chamber. The WIN members host "Headshots at SchmoozaPalooza" and "WINGO" as fundraisers to support this grant and their fund with the Valley Community Foundation. Since the Grant was created $49,950 has been distributed to 54 women-owned businesses in the #ValleyCT. They also have a named fund through the Valley Community Foundation.

They meet the 2^nd Tuesday of each month -- Coffee & Networking 8:00 am - 8:15 am; Meeting starts at 8:15 am. Those looking succeed, achieve & prosper through sharing individual knowledge, skills and resources are welcome.

Greater Valley Chamber Membership is required to belong to the group. Area women in business are welcome to attend one meeting as a guest prior to joining. For more information contact the Chamber today.

(Meeting times/days may change due to special presentations, holidays, weather, etc. Snow Policy: Should Shelton schools be delayed or cancelled due inclement weather, the meeting will be postponed to the 3rd Tuesday - January/February/March only.)

2019 Holiday Breakfast & Awards Celebration 12/11/2019 7:30 AM - 12/11/2019 9:15 AM

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 09:38:55 GMT

Online Registration has closed for this event. Limited seating will be available for walk-ins.

Please note: The show must go on! We understand that there is a possibility of inclement weather in the morning. This event will be on as scheduled; however, please use your discretion based on the conditions in your area. Any additional questions, please email us.

In the spirit of the season, please join us for this last official major event of 2019 to celebrate the year and the accomplishments of our members. This year, the Chamber will recognize the achievements of several members including:

2019 Innovation Award:
Modern Plastics

Silver Hammer Awards (Major New Construction, Renovation, Improvement projects)
Emery Winslow Scale Co.
J.R. Payden Field House/Payden Park

Milestone Awards:
Pullman & Comley, LLC - 100 Years
Gary's East Coast Service - 25 Years

FUEL Partner Award:
Peralta Design

Check-in, Buffet Breakfast & Networking: 7:30 am – 8:00 am;
Program: 8:00 am – 9:15 am

Valley Business Network 12/18/2019 7:45 AM - 12/18/2019 9:15 AM

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 09:06:06 GMT

PLEASE NOTE: This is the VBN's Annual Holiday Meeting and is a member's only event.

Visitors are welcome. For more information on this Business Referral Group contact the Chamber today.

Please note: Greater Valley Chamber membership is required. VBN membership is by application and acceptance of the Advisory Board. There is a separate yearly membership fee due upon acceptance.

Healthcare Council Monthly Meeting 12/20/2019 8:15 AM - 12/20/2019 9:30 AM

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 13:41:18 GMT

This month's topic: will be announced soon.

If you are planning to attend as a guest, please contact the Chamber to confirm the location and to help us with our planning.

Comprised of individuals and companies in the Healthcare Industry including medical, insurance and care services, the Healthcare Council is a committee of the Greater Valley Chamber with a purpose to educate members, the business community, consumers, and government representatives on ways to reduce employee absenteeism costs, increase worker productivity and reduce overall healthcare costs.

Anyone interested in learning more about the monthly topic is welcome to attend our meetings held the third Friday each month starting at 8:15 am.

Membership in the Greater Valley Chamber is required to become a member of the group. Additional fee applies.

For more information on the Healthcare Council contact the Chamber today.

(Meeting times/days may change due to special presentations, holidays, weather, etc. Snow Policy: If school in the town/city where the meeting is being held is cancelled, the meeting will be cancelled. If schools are delayed, the meeting will be on; however, please use your discretion based on the conditions in your area.)