Greater Valley Chamber Events Newswire

Valley Business Network (VBN) 11/5/2025 7:45 AM - 11/5/2025 9:15 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:54:18 GMT

This group is meeting in-person only

Coffee & General Networking: 7:45 am - 8:00 am; Meeting starts promptly at 8:00 am.

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 to belong to this referral group.
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 Monthy Meeting 11/6/2025 8:15 AM - 11/6/2025 9:15 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:16:33 GMT

Topic: Hot Topics

This meeting is designed for peer-to-peer knowledge exchange. We'll move beyond company silos to discuss shared challenges, benchmark innovative solutions, and collectively analyze the real-world impact of the fastest-moving trends. Contribute your unique perspective and learn how other leading companies are navigating today's complex tech environment.

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.)

Seeds to Leads Networking Group 11/12/2025 7:45 AM - 11/12/2025 9:00 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:17:44 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.

Coffee & Informal Networking 7:45 am; Meeting starts promptly at 8:00 am.

Please note:
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.

Coffee Chat: An Introduction to Your Chamber 11/14/2025 8:30 AM - 11/14/2025 9:45 AM

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:45:29 GMT

Get ready to mingle, learn, and grow! The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce invites you to a free, in-person event where you can connect directly with our amazing staff and Ambassadors.

The Greater Valley Chamber isn't just an organization; we're the vibrant voice of our Valley's business community and the leading business membership hub in the region. Every year, we're dedicated to helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses, professionals lead their organizations, and community leaders expand their reach. Our mission? To foster a thriving local economy and a dynamic business environment that truly benefits everyone.

This event is your perfect opportunity to forge new connections with other local professionals and our dedicated team. You'll have the chance to introduce your organization to everyone attending, share your story, and discover potential collaborations. Plus, we'll pull back the curtain and show you exactly how we promote and serve the Valley business community, advocating for your interests and building impactful partnerships that directly benefit your individual business.

Your Chamber membership is more than just a membership; it's a smart investment in the future of both your business and our community. As a member, you unlock a wealth of events and programs designed to help you succeed. From cost-saving resources to valuable networking opportunities and chances to sharpen your business skills, your Chamber membership is a powerful tool for growth.

Ready to take your business to the next level? Join us and experience the Greater Valley Chamber difference!

WIN - Women In Networking Council Monthly Meeting 11/18/2025 9:00 AM - 11/18/2025 10:00 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:01:03 GMT

This month's topic: Listen & Link Up

Ready to sharpen your focus and meet some fantastic people?

Join us for a quick, dynamic session that's designed to connect! We'll kick things off with a brief, fun listening exercise—a quick mental warm-up to get those ears (and brains!) engaged.

Right after, we'll dive into an energetic networking exercise that moves beyond the usual small talk. Get ready to laugh, learn something new, and make genuine connections in a low-pressure, high-fun environment.

It's the perfect mix of skill-building and socializing. Don't miss out!

This group is mostly meeting in-person and offers a link to join the meeting virtually if you prefer for those meetings. There are a few meetings during the year when they will meet offsite from the Chamber office and those will be in-person only.

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. They meet the 2nd 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.

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 $78,000 has been distributed to 86 women-owned businesses in our #ValleyCT. They also have a named fund through the Valley Community Foundation.

Please note:
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.
There is a separate annual fee to belong to the group. For more information 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 held virtually only.

Valley Business Network (VBN) 11/19/2025 7:45 AM - 11/19/2025 9:15 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:54:33 GMT

This group is meeting in-person only

Coffee & General Networking: 7:45 am - 8:00 am; Meeting starts promptly at 8:00 am.

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

Visitors are welcome. 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.

HR Council: Hot HR Topics: What keeps you up at night 11/20/2025 8:00 AM - 11/20/2025 9:00 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 19:49:47 GMT

Please note an important change to tomorrow's meeting agenda.

Unfortunately, our scheduled speaker on Background Check Compliance is unable to present. Therefore, we will be postponing this topic until our first meeting of the new year, which is scheduled for Thursday, January 29, 2026.

For tomorrow's session, we will be pivoting to a popular, interactive format: the Hot HR Topics/What Keeps You Up at Night Roundtable Discussion. Please come prepared with topics for discussion.

Thank you for your flexibility.

Coffee/Networking 7:45 am - 8:00 am; Program starts 8:00 am.

Open to all area businesses - owners, managers, HR professionals and those handling HR for their business and others interested in the monthly topic.

The goal of the Chamber's Human Resource Council is to highlight current trends and tools to attract and retain a talented workforce through education and leadership development. The HR Council provides an opportunity for business owners, managers, HR professionals and others handling HR to to keep up with the latest HR trends, gain more knowledge, and meet and connect with your peers. They meet the last Thursday of every 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.

Please note: AI note-taking software is not permitted during HR Council meetings. These meetings are not recorded.

(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.)

Healthcare Council Monthly Meeting 11/21/2025 8:00 AM - 11/21/2025 9:15 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:34:58 GMT

Please join us for our monthly meeting.

Topic: Pancreatic Cancer
Presenter: Dino Verrilli, Founder & CEO, Project Purple

Anyone interested in learning more about the monthly topic is welcome to attend.

Coffee & informal networking 8:00 am; Meeting & program start promptly at 8:15 am.

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. The Healthcare Council meets the third Friday of each month.

Please note:
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 - those who have pre-registered will receive an email with a link to access the online meeting.