Branagan Communications Launches Publicity for Three Chamber Related Events

As publicist for the Waterbury Regional Chamber, Barbara Branagan-Mitchell, owner and director of BCC in New Milford (www.branagancommunications.com), a public relations, publicity placement, marketing communications, writing and editing consulting agency, has launched publicity campaigns for three upcoming Chamber-related programs: the September 18 Malcolm Baldrige Awards Dinner; the Sept. 27 "Fireball Run" and "Kidventure" Scavenger Hunt on the Waterbury Green; and the November 1 Business Women's Forum (BWF), a program of the Greater Waterbury Chamber of Commerce Foundation created in 1982. Recipient of the Chamber's prestigious "2010 Volunteer of the Year" Award, Branagan-Mitchell has been an Ambassador with the Chamber for three years and is a 2010 graduate of the Leadership Greater Waterbury program. Branagan-Mitchell launched her company in 1993 in Westchester County, New York and for the past six years has provided public relations, publicity placement, marketing and writing services to companies and organizations across Connecticut.

Commercial Realtor Tom Hill Guest Hosted WATR's "Talk of the Town"

Commercial realtor Tom Hill, III, CCIM/SIOR, a recognized 'business and radio personality' throughout Connecticut, guest hosted WATR Radio's popular "Talk of the Town" show for Larry Rifkin on 1320-AM and www.watr.com Thursday, August 23 through Wednesday, August 29, 2012. "Talk of Town" is one of Connecticut's longest running, and most popular, local radio talk programs that airs 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Mondays through Fridays."Talk of the Town' is an extremely popular show," stated Hill. "It truly was quite an honor to sit in for the very talented daily host Larry Rifkin. 'Talk of the Town' is WATR's flagship talk program, with a huge and very loyal audience. Previously it was hosted by Ed Flynn and Jay Clark, so it's quite an achievement to be included among such talents." 

A well-known and successful commercial real estate practitioner in the Waterbury, Watertown, Middlebury and Naugatuck region for the past 30 years, Tom Hill is well-versed in the community and political happenings of the Greater Waterbury region. His Tom Hill Realty & Investment, LLC brokerage and advisory firm in Waterbury provides services to businesses and industries throughout New Haven, Fairfield, Litchfield, and Hartford Counties.   

Center for Women's Health Welcome Two Physicians

The Center for Women's Health in Connecticut, with offices in Waterbury and Southbury, welcomed two new physicians, Elizabeth Kelly, M.D. and Molly Shipman, D.O. The Center for Women's Health, a member of Women's Health Connecticut, provides comprehensive gynecologic and obstetric care to women of all ages, and has been serving women throughout the region for over 40 years. Dr. Kelly and Dr. Shipman join a team of eight other physicians affiliated with both Waterbury and Saint Mary's Hospitals. Dr. Kelly completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the George Washington University Medical Center in Washington, D.C. After practicing for one year in Virginia, Dr. Kelly has moved to Connecticut to continue practicing as an ob/gyn physician. Dr. Shipman became a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her residency in the Albany Medical Center's Ob/Gyn Program where she served as the Associate Chief Resident and Chief Resident. She has returned to Connecticut to practice as an ob/gyn physician in this area. For more information, visit www.womenshealthct.com or call 203-573-1425.

CT Web Factory Improves OptiCare's "Sight"

CT Web Factory transformed OptiCare's two websites into one optimized site, OptiCarePC.com, to help properly showcase their bustling business. The challenge was to provide an in-store OptiCare brand experience online through a strategic redesign and merging of the two sites into one, OpticarePC.com. The solution was to convert the site into searchable content, integrate social media outlets, and make it mobile friendly. Photography was done specifically for the site to showcase all 18 Connecticut locations and a content management system was implemented so OptiCare can manage their own site and make updates themselves. Started in 1999, CT Web Factory is located in Wolcott. They specialize in original web design, search engine optimization, and branding. For more info, please visitwww.CTWebFactory.com, call 203.565.6578 or email sales@ctwebfactory.com.

Take Advantage of Energy Efficiency Programs to Help your Business Save Money

Energize Connecticut - a partnership between the state of Connecticut and its electric and gas utilities offers a number of programs to businesses to help them save money and make operations more energy efficient. Programs are available for new construction projects, major renovations, or existing facilities, including equipment upgrades. The programs all use incentives, some of which pay up to 50% of the project cost. There are also rebates and low-interest and zero percent financing available for all of the programs. For more information or to sign up for a program, please call 877-WISE-USE (877-947-3873) or visit CTEnergyInfo.com.  

Naugatuck Savings Bank Gives Employees Awards for Outstanding Customer Service

Naugatuck Savings Bank has awarded their quarterly customer service commendation to Priya Ramsammy, Staff Accountant. The SARF Award (Safety & Security, Accuracy, Responsiveness and Friendly, Personalized Service) is given every quarter to the employee who best represents the Bank's engrained culture of giving customers the service and dedication they deserve, every day. 

"A focus on the customer and providing outstanding service are fundamental features of the Bank's service standards," said Chuck Boulier III, President of Naugatuck Savings Bank. "It distinguishes Naugatuck Savings Bank from other regional banks. It is an honor to recognize employees who best exemplify those features." Priya has worked for Naugatuck Savings Bank for 5 years. She lives in Waterbury with her husband Sam and daughter Emily.

Photo from left to right - Charles J. Boulier III, President of Naugatuck Savings Bank; Laureen Ryan, Accounting Officer; David Rotatori, Sr. VP, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Risk Officer; Priya Ramsammy, Staff Accountant; Ginger Fennell, VP, Risk Management, Investments Administration; Mark C. Yanarella, CEO of Naugatuck Savings Bank

The 5th Annual Ladies Night Out to benefit Easter Seals will be held on Friday, November 9,

5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Courtyard by Marriott, 63 Grand Street Waterbury. Exhibitor fee $100 through September 14. (After, $125) Tickets, $40 per person, limited seating available, reservations are required. Tables of 10 will be reserved. No tickets sold at the door. Enjoy, dinner, dessert, many laughs, and shop from vendors offering unique and exceptional products, door prizes, games, silent auction, and special drawings. Call 203-754-5141 Carolee Kalita (ext. 243) or Mary Reid, (ext. 251) for more information. Proceeds benefit the programs and services of Easter Seals, serving the special needs of infants, children, and adults with disabilities in greater Waterbury, central, and northwestern Connecticut.

The Naugatuck Savings Bank Foundation has donated $10,000 to the Saint Vincent DePaul Mission in Waterbury, with the homeless shelter receiving $6,000 and the soup kitchen $4,000.  "Our Foundation has a long history of supporting organizations that make a difference in the quality of lives of the people in the communities we serve," said Chuck Boulier, President of Naugatuck Savings Bank. "Saint Vincent DePaul Mission helps people achieve their highest potential of wellness and independence, and move them from poverty to an economically viable standard of living." Naugatuck Savings Bank Foundation has granted over $4 million to deserving non-profit organizations since its inception in 1998. These grants have gone to support a broad range of programs and services consistent with the Foundation's mission to contribute to the betterment of the communities it serves. The Foundation considers a broad range of requests to assist and promote economic development, human services, education and the arts.   

Photo - left to right - Paul Scampolino, Food Service Director, Saint Vincent DePaul Soup Kitchen and Craig Porter, Vice President and Marketing Director, Naugatuck Savings Bank

Waterbury Symphony Orchestra announces 75th Anniversary Season Corporate Campaign

The Waterbury Symphony Orchestra (WSO) is proud to announce the launch of its 75th Anniversary Season Corporate Campaign. The campaign goals are to:

• Celebrate the achievements of the orchestra and the greater community
• Engage new business partners in a mutually beneficial relationship
• Raise $20,000 towards the institutional goals of the 75th Anniversary Season   

The campaign is co-chaired by Webster Bank Chairman and C.E.O., James C. Smith, and Waterbury Mayor Neil M. O'Leary. All WSO business partners participating in the campaign will be acknowledged throughout the season in an extensive media campaign, affording them unique exposure in the greater Waterbury marketplace. Additionally, Webster Bank will host a reception for all campaign participants at the Mattatuck Museum on November 15, 2012.  "We are so grateful for our business relationships throughout Northwestern Connecticut and honored by the 75th anniversary campaign's honorary co-chairmen. Together, we can build the next 75 years of great orchestral music and dynamic community engagement in greater Waterbury" stated Steve Collins, WSO Executive Director. The WSO currently works with over 100 businesses and community partners to produce the finest concerts, special events, and education programming. To learn more please visit: www.waterburysymphony.org         

Naugatuck Savings Bank originates $111 million in loans during first six months of 2012   

Naugatuck Savings Bank lent $31 million to businesses and $80 million to individuals and families through the first half of 2012. The loan origination helped the bank earn $2.1 million for the six month period ended June 30, 2012, a 35% increase over the same period last year. Charles J Boulier III, President, commented that "we are very pleased with these results. The earnings growth can be attributed to the success the bank has had in growing our deposit base through our branching, virtual banking strategies, and deploying these funds in loans to our residential mortgage and small business customers. The historical low home mortgage rates significantly increased the loan refinance activity which provided many of our customers with lower monthly mortgage payments."   Mark Yanarella, Chairman and CEO, added "Highlights from the first six months of 2012 include the launch of Naugatuck Savings Bank's mobile banking product which gives customers access to banking 24/7 from their mobile device; the opening of the Bank's 18th branch at 3670 East Main Street, Waterbury in April, and the third annual Community Awards Program held in May, at which 35 local nonprofit organizations were awarded grants voted on by Bank customers"