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A Message from our President

Despite February's status as the shortest month of the year, you'll find no shortage of opportunity for business growth and success this month at the Chamber. We're as busy as ever advocating for you at the state capitol and providing opportunities for networking, exposure, and professional development.
 
With the start of the 2016 legislative session we look forward to the many opportunities to connect you with your elected officials throughout the month, including Legislative Breakfasts in both Naugatuck and Watertown and our Mayoral Luncheon with the Honorable Neil O'Leary. Also be sure to save the date of Monday, March 14 for our Legislative Dinner for even greater exposure to your legislative delegation.
 
Do you have questions or concerns about upcoming legislative action? Feel free to contact our Public Policy and Economic Development Director Dave Krechevsky at [email protected], and be on the lookout for public policy updates and news as the legislative session unfolds.
 
Remember to check back often on www.waterburychamber.com to stay in the know about Chamber news, upcoming events, and opportunities for involvement. I hope to see you soon and as always, I encourage you to contact me if I can be of assistance to you at [email protected] or (203) 757-0701 ext. 310.
 
Best regards, 
Lynn Signature
Save the Date - Upcoming Chamber Events

Naugatuck Chamber Legislative Breakfast

YPOWR CEO Series
Seminar 2: Sandra Senich, Managing Director of US Trust/Bank of America
Mayoral Luncheon - Featuring Mayor Neil O'Leary

Watertown-Oakville Chamber Legislative Breakfast
 
YPOWR CEO Series
Seminar 3: Lynn Ward, President & CEO of Waterbury Regional Chamber



March 2016 Out for Business at Liberty Bank

Welcome New Members

Welcome to all of our new members who have joined over the past month. We encourage you to click on the names below to visit their websites and hope you can connect with them soon.


*New Members from January 4 - February 3

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings
Please join us at these upcoming ribbon cuttings to help celebrate your fellow members!
SPARTAN RESTAURANT
Wednesday, February 17
970 Chase Parkway, Waterbury
11:30 AM

To schedule a ribbon cutting with the Chamber, contact Membership Director Louis Lacman at [email protected] or (203) 757-0702 ext. 305
Enhanced Web Listings: Stand out from the Competition
Members now have the exciting ability to upgrade to an enhanced listing on waterburychamber.com. Our newest staff member, Member Services Representative Mackenzie Marsella, is working hard to bring the benefits of these enhanced listings to you. These listings offer members the ability to stand out from their competition with features such as your company logo, a bolder listing, your social media links, videos and photos and a business description. Mackenzie's goal is to help members generate more online referrals, website clicks, social media interaction and more potential customers. Click here for more details. For questions or to activate your enhanced listing, email Mackenzie at 
[email protected]
YPOWR Hosts CEO Speaker Series 
The Young Professionals of Waterbury Region (YPOWR) is in the midst of their Influential Business CEO Speaker Series "Rising to the Top in the Business World." Upcoming Speakers are Sandra Vigliotti-Senich, Managing Director with U.S. Trust, Bank of America Private Wealth Management (Feb. 12) and Lynn Ward, President & CEO of the Waterbury Regional Chamber (Feb. 26). Click here to learn more about these upcoming breakfast seminars.
HR Corner - Your Chamber Resource
In the HR Corner, we'll provide articles and information relevant to your business about Human Resources. We hope you can utilize these sources of information in your daily operations! Check out this month's HR Corner topic:

2015 LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENTS (ACCE)
Last year was a big year in labor and employment law. Read about the top developments so you can better plan for how those developments will affect your business in 2016. Start this year off on the right foot by refreshing your knowledge of these major issues.
Chamber Updates
FEBRUARY OUT FOR BUSINESS
On Wednesday, February 3rd, the Chamber held its monthly Out for Business Networking event at The Country Club of Waterbury. The evening featured a Buzz Session by Director of Marketing at Crystal Rock, Chris Mitchell. Members enjoyed networking, food and cocktails as well as participated in our business card raffle. Thanks to our host sponsor The Country Club of Waterbury and our event sponsor Crystal Rock.  
HAROLD WEBSTER SMITH AWARDS BREAKFAST
The Waterbury Regional Chamber hosted the 19th Annual Harold Webster Smith Awards Breakfast on Friday, January 29th. The 2016 award recipients were The Next Street (formerly AllStar Driver) for Small Business of the Year, Dan Settani of Viso Bello Day Spa and Massage Therapy Center for Entrepreneur of the Year, and Pisani Steel Fabrication, Inc. for Manufacturer of the Year. The Chamber was proud to present these awards in the name of Harold Webster Smith in conjunction with premier sponsor Webster Bank. Special thanks to our keynote speaker, Joe Brennan, President & CEO of CBIA, and to our supporting sponsors: Barker Specialty Company; Broderick Law Firm, LLC; Nardelli's Grinder Shoppes; People's United Bank; Pisani Steel Fabrication Inc.; Secor, Cassidy & McPartland PC; Traver IDC; Viso Bello Day Spa and Massage Therapy Center; and Winvian
YPOWR NETWORKING SOCIAL AND REBRANDING CELEBRATION
The Young Professionals of Waterbury Region (YPOWR) held their first networking social of 2016 at Pies and Pints Restaurant and Brewery on January 27th. Attendees were able to take a professional headshot to enhance their image courtesy of Uniquely Yours Photography, LLC. The event was sponsored by The Waterbury Exchange Club, and attendees learned about the mission of the club and ways to get involved. YPOWR also used the networking social to officially celebrate their new logo and rebranding. Special thanks to sponsors The Waterbury Exchange Club and Pies and Pints, as well as print sponsor CT Sign Shop. 

MEMBER BREAKFAST
The Chamber welcomed members into our boardroom on January 26th for a complimentary members breakfast. Members were able to learn about the many products and services offered by the Chamber and about the partnerships we have throughout the area. Attendees met staff members, networked and brushed up on all of the many options available to them within their Chamber Membership. For member information on logging into the Chamber Website to access full features, click here. 
YPOWR INFLUENTIAL BUSINESS CEO SPEAKER SERIES - JIM SMITH
LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST
On January 21st, the Waterbury Chamber welcomed members to the annual Legislative Breakfast. The breakfast showcased 11 members of the region's legislative delegation. Representative Selim Noujaim kicked off the event with the surprise announcement that he will not seek re-election after the 2016 legislative session ends. Following the announcement, the question and answer session with the delegation was moderated by Don McPartland, the Chamber's vice chairman of Public Policy and an attorney with the law firm Moore, O'Brien & Foti in Middlebury. Thank you to our event sponsor, Saint Mary's Health System. 

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Shop Local Shop Chamber 
We're working to promote shopping local and shopping Chamber! Our new digital initiative provides the opportunity to promote your business through our e-mail, newsletter, and social media exposure to encourage your fellow members to shop local and utilize your business. Every month, different members will be showcased- and YOU can be a part of it. Click here for further details and consider which month you'd like to sign up for. Contact Julie at [email protected] today!
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