Greater Valley Chamber Events Newswire

Valley Business Network 4/3/2019 7:45 AM - 4/3/2019 9:15 AM

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 08:57:18 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.)

Women In Networking (WIN) Council 4/9/2019 8:00 AM - 4/9/2019 9:15 AM

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 10:24:42 GMT

This month's featured speaker will be Tanya Detrik.

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.)

Seeds to Leads Networking Group 4/10/2019 7:45 AM - 4/10/2019 9:15 AM

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 09:19:50 GMT

Seeds to Leads is a category exclusive networking group. Their group goals are to build trusting personal and professional relationships that lead to professional referrals and business success. S2L members hold one another accountable for the services they offer and the professional handling of their cross referrals so they all may continue to grow and prosper. Guest speakers visit to educate them on issues relevant to the times. They meet the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month.

Greater Valley Chamber Membership is required. Guests may attend a meeting prior to joining. There is a separate application and fee for the networking group. For more information on this Business Referral Group contact the Chamber today.

FUEL Develop: Self Defense Training 4/10/2019 7:00 PM - 4/10/2019 8:30 PM

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 16:50:27 GMT

Save the date - more details coming soon on this special Self-Defense Class. Limited to the first 20 registered attendees, sign up early!

$10 FUEL Members (and their guests); $20 All Others

FUEL events are open to all 21-40.

Capitol Conversation with the Valley Legislative Delegation 4/11/2019 7:30 AM - 4/11/2019 9:00 AM

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 12:57:52 GMT

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.

* Due to the Security Requirements at PerkinElmer, advance registration is required for this event. No walk-ins will be permitted. *

With the Legislative session in Hartford in full swing, please join us for a conversation with the members of our local Valley Legislative Delegation about the status of the state budget and other issues impacting the Valley business community. Legislators are reaching out to hear from you about your priorities.

This special forum will be held in the Conference Center at PerkinElmer in Shelton. Although free to attend, due to security requirements pre-registration is required (no walk-ins).

Coffee & light refreshments will be provided. Free to attend.

Healthcare Council Monthly Meeting 4/12/2019 8:15 AM - 4/12/2019 9:30 AM

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 13:33:54 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.

Please note -- The location for this event is currently listed as the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce. If the registration exceeds room capacity we will be moving to another location.That information will be posted here on this event listing and on the Chamber's Facebook event listing.)

Valley Business Network 4/17/2019 7:45 AM - 4/17/2019 9:15 AM

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 08:57:38 GMT

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.

SchmoozaPalooza: 18th Annual Valley Business Expo & After Hours 4/17/2019 2:45 PM - 4/17/2019 6:00 PM

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 17:16:48 GMT

Online Registration has closed for this event. Walk-ins are welcome!!! Hope to see you this afternoon.

Bring your friends, co-workers and clients to preview the latest products and services from exhibitors in a fun and casual networking environment. The evening will also include music, networking, food tastings, and more!

From promoting your company, making new contacts, and generating sales leads to winding down after work with a drink and tasty treats from some of the Valley's best restaurants and caterers, the SchmoozaPalooza experience is all about business in action and making connections.

Free to attend - walk-ins are welcome!

Exhibit space sold out.

2:45 pm - 3:00 pm
Opening Remarks

3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Exhibits Open

Get Your Digital Professional Profile Picture
Women In Networking Council Entrepreneurial Grant Fundraiser –
Update your social media profile with a new professional headshot photo.
$25 if you pre-register ($30 at the door).
Go Glam! Book with our professional makeup artist before your shoot. Add $25 (limited to first 12 reservations).
Even more glam, get your hair styled - Add $25.
Don’t Miss Out. Pre-Register Today in the same place your register to attend the show!

Free Health Screenings
Provided by the members of the Healthcare Council
Hearing Assessment, Balance Test, Massage & more

Exhibitor List as of 4/22/19 (Tasting Booths in Italics):

A to Z Supplies

Absolutely Healthy Living Center

ACBI Insurance

AFC Urgent Care

AL-Lynn Sales

Barnum Financial Group

Beautycounter

BHcare

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwestern CT

Bridgeport Sound Tigers

Brightview Shelton

Brownson Country Club

Celebrate Shelton

Comcast Business

ComForCare Home Care

Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development

Connecticut's Beardsely Zoo

Connoisseur Media

Contractor Nation School of Entrepreneurship

Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center

Corporate Display Specialties

David M. Grant Caterers

Express Employment Professionals

Fairfield County SCORE

Focaccia's Café & Catering

Fork on the Road Catering

FUEL

Gardiner Associates

Gardner Heights

Grassy Hill Country Club

Great Event Decorations

Griffin Hospital

Haynes Group

Hearing, Balance & Speech Center

Hodson Realty

Ice Cream Emergency

Inspire and Empower

Ion Bank

Jersey Mike's Subs

KKS Associates

Liberty Bank

Lincoln Culinary

Lincoln Tech

Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant

Massaro Community Farm

Minuteman Press of Shelton

Mountain Laurel Environmental

Mutual Security Credit Union

Newtown Savings Bank

On the Mark Marketing

Paychex

PCRC

Peralta Design

Race Brook Country Club

Residence Inn by Marriot - Shelton

Running Brook Productions

Smile Dental Center

SoVita Chiropractic Office

Speake Software

Spice Catering Group

STAR 99.9 FM

Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage

SuperSandwich

The Schegg Group

TOP Martial Arts and Fitness for Life

Trumbull Marriott - Shelton

United States Army

Valley United Way

Welcome Wagon

Wesley Village

White Rose Home Healthcare

WholePerson Therapeutics

WPLR 99.1 FM

Seeds to Leads Networking Group 4/24/2019 7:45 AM - 4/24/2019 9:15 AM

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 09:20:16 GMT

FUEL CTYP Charity on Tap 4/25/2019 5:30 PM - 4/25/2019 8:00 PM

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 16:36:05 GMT

Online registration has closed; however walk-ins are welcome tonight! Hope to see you there!

Get Social. Get a drink. Get Informed.

FUEL, the Valley's Young Emerging Professionals, and CTYP are gathering for a special happy hour at Bad Sons Beer Company. Network with friends you haven't met yet plus learn about how you can support area nonprofit organizations. Get information about volunteer opportunities and how you can help during lightning round presentations from a variety of Valley area nonprofits. Learn more about The Great Give® coming up on May 1st - 2nd. Plus, proceeds from sales from the Bad Sons Charity Tap during the event will support a "boost prize" during The Great Give®.

Free to Attend. Food & 1 Drink Ticket included. Registration Required. Open to all 21-40.

FUEL Develop: Stress Management Best Practices 4/30/2019 5:30 PM - 4/30/2019 7:30 PM

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 15:10:03 GMT

Medical experts have known for years the serious ramifications of not dealing with stress effectively. It is vital that people channel energies to diminish the impact of stress in every aspect of life. By committing to and practicing Dale Carnegie’s thirty proven principles for more effectively controlling worry, you put yourself in a position to decrease stress not only for yourself, but also for your associates and your organization.

In this workshop session, we will analyze current personal and organizational stress factors and examine the measurable costs of stress.

Presenter: Bob Dickson, Owner, Dale Carnegie of Western CT

Free for FUEL Members; $10 all others

FUEL events open to anyone 21-40.