Greater Valley Chamber Events Newswire

Jingle Mingle Annual Holiday Gathering 12/5/2023 4:30 PM - 12/5/2023 6:30 PM

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 15:51:03 GMT

Online Registration has closed for this event. Walk-ins are welcome and we hope that you will join us tonight!

Tis the season to celebrate! Join us for the Annual Holiday Gathering! Be sure to wear your most festive seasonal attire for the opportunity to win a fabulous prize. Plus, live music from Piano Time, cash bar, lite bites, networking (of course) and door prizes. Each registration includes one drink ticket.

There will also be a collection for the TEAM Toys for Kids campaign to help raise money to get bicycles for some of the children. (Checks should be made out to directly to TEAM, Inc).

Please note: 48 hour notice of cancellation required.

Valley Business Network 12/6/2023 7:45 AM - 12/6/2023 9:15 AM

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 09:08:55 GMT

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

To register to attend: please contact the Chamber Staff facilitator.

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, or delayed, the meeting will be held virtually.)

TIED Council Hot Topics Roundtable 12/7/2023 8:15 AM - 12/7/2023 9:00 AM

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 08:39:35 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 will cover current Tech Hot Topics and planning for future TIED Talks.

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 8:15 AM. 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.

(Meeting times/days may change due to special presentations, holidays, weather, etc. Snow Policy: If Shelton schools are cancelled, or delayed, the meeting will be held virtually.)

WIN Council Holiday Breakfast & Grant Distribution 12/12/2023 8:30 AM - 12/12/2023 10:00 AM

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 14:40:36 GMT

We welcome you to join us for this special in-person event celebrating the past year's successes and the 2023 WIN Entrepreneurial Grant recipients: (to be announced shortly)! Enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet, great conversation and more.

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 $65,000 has been distributed to 71 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.

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: If Shelton schools are cancelled, or delayed, the meeting will be held virtually.)

Seeds to Leads Networking Group 12/13/2023 7:45 AM - 12/13/2023 9:00 AM

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 09:02:13 GMT

This group is meeting in-person only.

To register to attend: please contact the Chamber Staff facilitator.

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.

(Meeting times/days may change due to special presentations, holidays, weather, etc. Snow Policy: If Shelton schools are cancelled, or delayed, the meeting will be held virtually.)

2023 Holiday Breakfast & Awards Celebration 12/14/2023 7:30 AM - 12/14/2023 9:30 AM

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 15:42:56 GMT

Online Registration has closed for this event. Limited walk-ins are welcome. Hope to see you in the morning.

In the spirit of the season, please join us for this last official major event of 2023 to celebrate the year and the accomplishments of our members. This year, the Chamber will recognize the achievements of these members:

Milestone
Microboard (40 years)
Shelton Economic Development Corporation - SEDC - (40 years)
DiGiorgi Roofing & Siding, Inc. (90 years)
Farrel Pomini, Inc. (175 years)

Silver Hammer
Ansonia Police Station & Senior Center
ShopRite of Shelton/Cingari Family Markets
The Greenwich Workshop

2023 Innovation Award
Tradewind Aviation

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

Healthcare Council Monthly Meeting 12/15/2023 8:15 AM - 12/15/2023 9:30 AM

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 09:26:52 GMT

Please join us for our monthly meeting.

Topic: Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in America, but now there's hope! Learn about the importance of Low -Dose CT (computed tomography) scan used in lung cancer screenings. This early detection can reduce mortality for those with high risk.

Presenter: Richard P Salzano, Jr., MD FACS, Griffin Hospital, Chairman, Department of Surgery

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 regular member of the group. Additional annual 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 Shelton School are cancelled or delayed, the meeting will held virtually only.
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.)