Greater Valley Chamber Events Newswire

Valley Business Network 11/4/2020 8:00 AM - 11/4/2020 9:15 AM

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 14:55:43 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 11/5/2020 4:00 PM - 11/5/2020 5:00 PM

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 14:45:31 GMT

The TIED Council will be meeting virtually in November. Topic - TBA. Contact TIED Council Chair for details on this month's 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.

First Friday Blitzr 11/6/2020 9:30 AM - 11/6/2020 10:30 AM

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 13:03:21 GMT

Your team at the Greater Valley Chamber invites you to join us on the First Friday of each month for this special speed networking event. If you are a business located in Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Derby, Oxford, Seymour or Shelton or doing business in those communities, this event is for you.

This new virtual platform is nothing like Zoom. It is an online version of speed networking and is very user friendly. The register now link will take you directly to the Blitzr home page to officially register to attend this event.

FUEL Connect: Virtual Game Night 11/6/2020 8:00 PM - 11/6/2020 10:00 PM

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 12:49:11 GMT

Join us for an evening of fun! This will be an informal event, so feel free to bring your favorite beverage, and Friday night snacks! We will be playing a variety of Jackbox games. You can play or just watch and chat!

*Registration is required, Zoom link will be sent in confirmation email.

About FUEL

FUEL is a diverse group of 20-and-30 somethings who are eager to build their professional networks, grow their career, enhance their leadership skills, and advocate for their community—all while having fun! Combining lively after-work events, with one-of-a-kind career development, and a variety of opportunities to volunteer, FUEL is your go-to young professionals network, making it easy to build your professional and social circles right here in the Valley where you live, work, and play!

Women In Networking (WIN) Council 11/10/2020 10:00 AM - 11/10/2020 11:00 AM

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 14:49:04 GMT

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.)

Click here to join or renew your WIN membership. As a reminder Greater Valley Chamber membership is required to be a member of the group.

Seeds to Leads Networking Group 11/11/2020 8:00 AM - 11/11/2020 9:00 AM

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 14:58:17 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.

OSHA Seminar: Safety Guidelines for Working From Home 11/13/2020 9:00 AM - 11/13/2020 10:00 AM

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 09:07:47 GMT

With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the CDC and State has recommended remote work for employees who can do so. It's a precaution that many are employers are currently taking. Although working from home might help protect workers from the threat of the virus, but it can also expose them to new workplace safety risks. Which in turn, could put employers at an increased risk for a Workers Comp claim. Join us for this conversation to gain tips and ideas on how to build a safety culture even if your team's not in the office.

Presenters:
Marianne Bonito, Federal OSHA
Carol Pendagast, NFP
Griffin Health Occupational Medicine

Valley Business Network 11/18/2020 8:00 AM - 11/18/2020 9:15 AM

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 14:56:00 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.

Healthcare Council Monthly Meeting 11/20/2020 8:15 AM - 11/20/2020 9:30 AM

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 14:53:42 GMT

This month's topic: Project Purple and Pancreatic Cancer

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.)

Seeds to Leads Networking Group 11/25/2020 8:00 AM - 11/25/2020 9:15 AM

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 14:58:42 GMT