Greater Valley Chamber Events Newswire

Valley Business Network 11/3/2021 7:45 AM - 11/3/2021 9:00 AM

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 10:11:44 GMT

This group is meeting in-person and is also offering a link to join the meeting virtually if you prefer.

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.)

SchmoozaPalooza: Valley Business Expo 11/3/2021 2:00 PM - 11/3/2021 5:00 PM

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:06:52 GMT

Online registration has closed for this event -- HOWEVER -- WALK-INS ARE WELCOME!!!!

Come one! Come All!

Get your network on at
the event that promises to be as fun to attend as it is to say!

Attendee Registration Now Open

Bring your friends, coworkers, and clients to preview the latest products and services from a variety of tabletop exhibitors in a fun and casual networking environment. The afternoon will also include music, food tastings, giveaways, cash bar and more!

Free to Attend
Free Ample Parking
Spacious Exhibit Space (14,000 square feet)

This annual tabletop tradeshow highlights Valley area businesses from all industries showcasing their products and services. This event also features the Taste of the Valley, taste displays by area caterers, bakeries and restaurants.

Exhibitor Applications Now Available. Fee to exhibit. Tabletops are reserved on a first come, first serve basis in advance only. Contact Laura for tabletop information.

Please note: Following current CDC Guidelines, Masks will be required for all attendees regardless of vaccination status. Please follow physical distancing guidelines. We appreciate your support of our decision and for your help to stop the spread.

Lots of Exhibitors will be waiting to greet you!

90 Degree Benefits, Absolutely Healthy Living Center, AFC Urgent Care Shelton, Albertus Magnus College, AL-Lynn Sales, Beautycounter, BHcare, Bob Abbate Marketing, Bridgeport Islanders, Carey and Guarrera Real Estate, Connoisseur Media (Star 99.9 FM & WPLR 99.1 FM), CDS/i95 Signs, David M. Grant Caterers, Focaccia Cafe & Catery, Grade A ShopRtie Shelton, Ice Cream Emergency, Ion Bank, KKS Associates, Liberty Mutual, Lincoln Tech Culinary, Massaro Community Farm, Minuteman Press of Shelton, MM Consult CT, Mutual Security Credit Union, Newtown Savings Bank, People's United Bank, N.A., Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Center, Piano Time, Residence Inn by Marriott Shelton, RJS Event Designs, SCORE Fairfield County, Smile Dental Center - Shelton, CT, Spice Catering Group, Strive2LiveWell Physical Therapy & Wellness, Sunset Shores Adult Day Care, TEAM, Inc., The Kennedy Center Inc., The Progressive Group, The Schegg Group, The Vault Virtual Reality | Seymour, CT, Trinity Point Wealth, Trumbull Marriott Shelton, uBreakiFix, U.S. Army, Vet Centers of Connecticut, Webster Bank, Welcome Wagon, and Wesley Village.

TIED Council Monthly Meeting 11/4/2021 8:00 AM - 11/4/2021 9:00 AM

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 12:39:47 GMT

This group is meeting in-person and is also offering a link to join the meeting virtually if you prefer.

This month's meeting topic is: to be announced.

The TIED Council was developed to serve as resource of trusted advisors. It is a way to help bring an understanding of how technology can enhance business - and that is not as scary as it may seem. It is a forum for collaboration and innovation for Valley technology leaders as well as a way to bring awareness to local resources providing support, answers, education, development, and information in the technology fields. (TIED is an acronym for Technology, Innovation, Education and Development). The TIED Council coordinates regular informative seminars on technology issues affecting area businesses.

Compromised of individuals and companies including but not limited to; Cyber Security, Computer networking, Computer productivity, data usage, internet presence, social media, software training, data analytics and those not in the industry but interested in learning.

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 about the group or about the topic of the month.

WIN - Women In Networking Council Monthly Meeting 11/9/2021 9:00 AM - 11/9/2021 10:00 AM

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 15:45:38 GMT

We will again be hosting this as a hybrid meeting from the Chamber office. There is a limit of 10 people in the Chamber Conference Room and masks are required. Please register if you are planning to attend either way in-person or virtually.

Our November speaker will be Nancy Bradley, Pine Brook Design - The Graphic Design Process: A snap shot of concept through completion..

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. a variety of fundraisers to support this grant and their fund with the Valley Community Foundation. Since the Grant was created over $58,000 has been distributed to 63 women-owned businesses in the #ValleyCT. They also have a named fund through the Valley Community Foundation.

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.

This information is for when we are able to meet fully in person again:
They meet the 2^nd Tuesday of each month -- Coffee & Networking prior to the start of the meeting. Those looking succeed, achieve & prosper through sharing individual knowledge, skills and resources are welcome.

(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 11/10/2021 7:45 AM - 11/10/2021 9:00 AM

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 10:32:16 GMT

This group is meeting in-person and is also offering a link to join the meeting virtually if you prefer.

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.

Valley Business Network 11/17/2021 7:45 AM - 11/17/2021 9:00 AM

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 10:12:02 GMT

This group is meeting in-person and is also offering a link to join the meeting virtually if you prefer.

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 11/19/2021 8:15 AM - 11/19/2021 9:30 AM

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 11:23:48 GMT

Please join us for our monthly meeting. Topic will be announced shortly.
We will be meeting in-person; however, if you can't make it live, we welcome you to join us virtually (links are in the confirmation email.)

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.

Information below for when we are able to start meeting in-person:

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.)

FUEL Connect: Trivia Night 11/30/2021 6:00 PM - 11/30/2021 9:00 PM

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 12:00:59 GMT

Please drop in to say hello to new friends and old! We have reserved teams for Trivia at 7pm, so please stay if you can! We are looking forward to getting together one more time before the holiday season and winter weather.

No FUEL Membership required, all are welcome-- please bring a friend!

There is no fee for this event, all beverages and food (take out menus are available) are the responsibility of the individual.

6pm-7pm Networking (Drop-in) -- 7pm-9pm Trivia (please register)