Greater Valley Chamber Events Newswire

Valley Business Network (VBN) 2/5/2025 7:45 AM - 2/5/2025 9:15 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:22:17 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 2/6/2025 8:15 AM - 2/6/2025 9:15 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:12:12 GMT

It's a new year - new planning meeting on deck! Join us to help us learn how we can best help our area businesses.

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 - Women In Networking Council Monthly Meeting 2/11/2025 9:00 AM - 2/11/2025 10:00 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:58:35 GMT

This month's topic: WBDC Ignite Grant Update and Quickbooks Quick Tips - Sherry Konwerski, WBDC

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.

Seeds to Leads Networking Group 2/12/2025 7:45 AM - 2/12/2025 9:00 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:10:51 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.

Valley Business Network (VBN) 2/19/2025 7:45 AM - 2/19/2025 9:15 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:24:15 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.

Economic Outlook 2025 2/21/2025 7:30 AM - 2/21/2025 9:30 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 16:35:09 GMT

Online Registration has closed for this event. Limited walk-ins are welcome. If you are interested in attending, please email us.

Please join us for breakfast and a conversation with our two distinguished guests, Daniel H. O'Keefe, Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, and John Traynor, President, Cambridge Trust Wealth Management Connecticut, about a range of issues impacting YOUR business and the outlook for the National and Connecticut economy.

Check-in/Breakfast/Networking - 7:30 am - 8:00 am

Program: 8:00 am

Please note: Payment requested in advance. Walk-ins welcome (space permitting). 48-hour notice for cancellations.

Seeds to Leads Networking Group 2/26/2025 7:45 AM - 2/26/2025 9:00 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:11:54 GMT

This group is meeting in-person only.

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

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

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 Monthly Meeting 2/27/2025 8:00 AM - 2/27/2025 9:00 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:39:44 GMT

Are you managing HR responsibilities solo in your organization? This hands-on workshop is designed specifically for small business owners and office managers navigating the challenges of being an HR department of one. You'll learn essential strategies for creating effective employee handbooks, staying compliant with employment laws, and building a positive workplace culture. Walk away with practical tools, best practices, and the confidence to streamline HR operations while supporting your team and protecting your business. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to refine your HR practices, this workshop has you covered!

Three Key Takeaways:

Learn how to draft and maintain an effective employee handbook tailored to your business needs.
Understand critical compliance requirements and how to avoid common HR pitfalls.
Gain practical tools and resources to streamline HR processes and save time.

Who Should Attend: Small business owners, office managers, and HR professionals managing solo HR operations.

Please join us either in-person or virtually.
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.

(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 2/28/2025 8:00 AM - 2/28/2025 9:15 AM

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 20:34:40 GMT

Please join us for our monthly meeting.

Topic: Cybersecurity in Healthcare: Effective Strategies to Mitigate Risks For Your Practice
In today's increasingly digital healthcare environment, protecting sensitive patient data and maintaining operational integrity are critical.
This presentation explores the unique cybersecurity challenges faced by healthcare providers, including the risks posed by ransomware, IoT vulnerabilities, and third-party partnerships.

Attendees will learn practical strategies to strengthen their cybersecurity posture, including implementing compliance frameworks, fostering staff awareness, and leveraging advanced technologies like AI for threat detection. Equip your practice with the tools and knowledge to safeguard patient trust and ensure resilience against evolving cyber threats.

Presenter: Advanced Computer Technologies

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.