Virtual Manufacturing Job Fair by MassHire North Central Workforce Board
2020-06-02 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Looking for a job in the manufacturing sector? We are recruiting job seekers for our virtual job fair Thursday, June 4th from 10-12:00 pm. We have a over 20 manufacturing employers all donating 2 hours of an HR staff to follow-up on job seeker emails or they can apply directly to the link.
REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE: https://conta.cc/3goNZAD

LIVE Webinar: Supplier Diversity Office (SDO) Pre-Certification
2020-06-04 10:00 - 12:00
This FREE workshop is designed for businesses that are interested in learning how to apply for SDO certification. Attendance at a Pre-Certification Workshop is required before a business may apply for certification as a Minority, Woman, and/or Veteran Business Enterprise. This workshop will provide information on how to begin the certification process. Certification may help your business to:
• Become more marketable for government entities
• Learn about new government bidding opportunities
• Create Business to Business (B2B) partnerships

Women's Listening Circle by Provo Wealth Management Group
2020-06-09 18:00 - 19:30
We hope that you and your loved ones are faring well. We have all been adjusting our methods for communicating and feeling connected while social distancing. It was wonderful seeing many of you at our last Women’s Listening Circle via Zoom. Since we still cannot convene in-person, we would like to meet once again via Zoom. We hope you can join us on Tuesday June 9th at 6 PM via Zoom to share what you have been doing to take care of YOURSELF and your experiences as Massachusetts businesses gradually reopen. Please RSVP by simply replying to this email Eleanor@provowealth.com so we can send you the login information to avoid any Zoom bombing. 😊 We look forward to seeing you on screen!
Put Yourself First on the First commitment to you as an accountability partner and mentor. We will be there for you as you build on your objectives of Gaining Confidence in Money Matters and achieving Wealth-Life Balance, one step at a time, at the pace set by you.
Even with social distancing constraints in place today, what one thing will you do for YOURSELF today that you would do for your best friend, sister, child or mom? Now give that care and concern to yourself.
We invite you to Choose one item that you will do today that is your most pressing and make it happen.
Popular first steps are:
—Pick up the phone and make an appointment to draft a will or estate plan (if you need a reputable attorney just ask us, we know many excellent, compassionate people)
—Many auto insurers are providing refunds since we are sheltering in place and driving less. Call your car insurance company to see if you are eligible for a refund
—Check your credit card statement for errors or fraud
—Call your mom and dad to set a time to talk about elder care and funeral arrangements— maybe explain that you are asking because you want to know what they really want and
you don’t want to let them down because you have to guess at their wishes
—Make an appointment with your spouse or partner to complete the family love letter you received at the Circle
—Make an appointment to talk one on one with a financial specialist
First Steps are
Anything that falls in the money matters category of “I should really do _________”
We are here for you. Please contact us if we can help in any way, including deciding what your First Step could be. No question is silly or too small.
TO REGISTER EMAIL ELANOR AT: Eleanor@provowealth.com

Thirty on Thursday: Attorney General Office Fair Labor Division Review for Employers (By AIM)
2020-06-18 11:00 - 11:30
Complying with the Massachusetts Reopening Safety Standards and wage-and-hour laws can be a challenge for employers. Please join us for a conversation with Amanda I. Morejon and Lisa Price, Assistant Attorney Generals from the AG’s Fair Labor Division as they share important information for employers regarding the role of the Attorney General Office in addressing employee rights and employer responsibilities.

Virtual Business After Hours! Worcester Regional Chamber Hosts with Blackstone Valley, Auburn & Wachusett Chambers of Commerce
2020-06-18 16:00 - 17:00
Join us for online networking at our Virtual Business After Hours on Zoom! Stay in touch with your colleagues and the regiions business communities. We are adding break out rooms and ice breakers to keep the conversation going!

Are You Running Your Business Or Is Your Business Running You? A Webinar by Alighn360
2020-06-19 15:00 - 16:30
We’ll discuss tools and disciplines to overcome some of the most common business frustrations including: Diminishing Profit, Lack of Control, People Issues, Hitting the Ceiling, Nothing’s Working,
FYI, on the webinar you are not required to show your video or participate in the conversation. The audience will be in listen only mode with an opportunity for Q&A at the end.

Offshore Wind: Discussion on Local & Regional Economic Opportunities
2020-06-23 13:00 - 14:00
Join Chamber of Commerce Executives, Business Leaders, and Policymakers to Discuss Local & Regional Economic Opportunities of Offshore Wind

About this Event

Offshore wind has a unique opportunity at this moment in time to benefit the US economy and environment. The pipeline of offshore wind projects is estimated to deliver approximately $100 billion in economic investment, more than 80,000 jobs, and provide enough electricity to power millions of homes.
New England stands at the forefront of this new American energy industry with multiple large projects in development that will deliver thousands of megawatts of clean energy to the grid. One developer, Vineyard Wind, has secured projects in both Massachusetts and Connecticut, with its first project Vineyard Wind 1 planning to receive final permits by the end of 2020 and its Connecticut project, Park City Wind, entering the permitting process this year. These projects will not only deliver competitively priced energy to the Massachusetts and Connecticut ratepayers but will also bring thousands of high-paying jobs, considerable economic investment, and demand for a deep, regional supply chain.
Join your chamber colleagues, business executives, and policy makers to learn more about how this emerging industry will deliver economic benefits to the regional, state, and local economies and how businesses can benefit from the vast supply chain needed to support offshore wind developments. Attendees will also get an update on the regulatory status of projects as Vineyard Wind 1 plans to begin construction this year.
Speakers to be announced shortly but will include offshore wind industry experts and key stakeholders.
Additional webinar details, i ncluding the webinar links and passwords to come soon.
Please reach out to Ryan Evans, revans@chambersforinnovation.com with questions or if your chamber would like to be a co-host for this webinar

Co-hosted by:

Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut
Bridgeport Regional Business Council
One SouthCoast Chamber of Commerce

Build a Better Business! You'll learn trategies to perfectly position your business for post-COVID recovery
2020-06-23 13:00 - 14:00
A FREE, one hour webinar brought to you by InThink Agency, with breakout sessions by local industry experts. You’ll learn strategies to perfectly position your business for post-COVID recovery. Here’s what attendees can expect from this completely-virtual event:
Kham Inthirath, the founder and CEO of Inthink Agency, will cover:

Transitioning your team to remote work, including management tips and technology to maximize efficiency and collaboration.
Pivoting your marketing strategy to align with your new business strategy
Boosting your online presence and brand recognition

Peter Martino, owner and EOS Implementer at Align360 Solutions will talk about:

Maintaining accountability in a remote space
Running effective virtual meetings
Making tough decisions when it comes to cutting costs and personnel changes
Understanding the 10-Year business cycle

Joe Cundall, partner at The Cornerstone Group, will go over:

Adapting to change while managing your team’s performance
Customer-focused selling in a remote environment
Aligning leadership talent to effectively pivot your business

Michael LaCrosse, director at blumshapiro, will run a session on:

Understanding the Paycheck Protection Program and the loan forgiveness
Managing liquidity and cash flow management
Assessing your organization’s future

James Ferreira, the founder & CEO of Revenue Advisory Services, will present on:

Understanding the short-term revenue and financial impact of the current business climate
Aligning your sales and service teams with incoming revenue forecasts
Position your company and sales organization for long-term, post-recession growth

Grow with Google Live Stream Event "Digital Summer Skills"
2020-07-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce, 670 Linwood Ave. BLDG A Suite 5, Whitinsville, MA, 01588, United States

Virtual LIVE Trivia with Sporcle! Sponsored by Paramount Realty
2020-07-22 16:45 - 18:15
Virtual Live Trivia! Topic: General Knowledge. Join us for a fun night of quiz trivia!

Here’s how it works:

The event will begin with a welcome from WSN at 4:45pm followed by instruction and the game which starts at 5pm.
Once everyone is on the Zoom, the Game Host will give everyone instructions on how to change your screen name so the teams can be organized.
The game is divided in to two halves.
In each half, you can wager 1,3, 5, or 7 points, based on how sure the team is about the answer. In the second half, wager 2,4,6 or 8
There is a picture round after the first half, and there is a bonus round after the second half
Then, two final questions; wager between 2-10 points each, even numbers only. If you get it right, you get the points! If you get it wrong, half of your wager is deducted
To play, after each question, you’ll be sent to a breakout room to discuss the answer with your team. You won’t be able to see the slideshow or talk to the host-but you can move back & forth.
Only the Team Captain submits answers. Once submitted, there is no editing.
No cheating! Don’t Google the answer (#honorsystem)

Safari at Sunset
2020-09-01 17:30 - 19:30
Thank You to Our Sponsors

Legislative Update, Summer 2020
2020-09-17 07:30 - 09:00
Hear from your local legislators who will speak about current topics affecting jobs and businesses.
Have a question you would like to ask a legislator? Email it to Liz by 9/9, and we’ll get it on the agenda. loneil@blackstonevalley.org
Continental Breakfast will be available
*Face Masks Required

*MA COVID Safety and Social Distancince guidelines will be adhered to. This may require last minute adjustments to seating plans and meal service execution.
*Attendance is limited to 85 guests
*This event will be held under an outdoor Pavilion

31st Annual Golf Tournament
2020-10-06 | Pleasant Valley Country Club, 95 Armsby Road Sutton, MA, 01569, United States
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Grow with Google Live Stream Event "Annual Holiday Live Stream"
2020-10-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce, 670 Linwood Ave. BLDG A Suite 5, Whitinsville, MA, 01588, United States

BV EdHub Middle School STEM Workshops
2020-10-19 15:00 - 2020-10-23 17:00 | Blackstone Valley Education Hub, Located inside the Linwood Mill, next to the BVCC 670 Linwood Avenue Building A, Whitinsville, MA, 01588, United States
Come celebrate MA STEM Week at the Blackstone Valley EdHub! This year marks the third annual Mass STEM Week, spearheaded by the Executive Office of Education and the STEM Advisory Council. The week’s goal is to boost the interest, awareness and ability for all learners to envision
themselves in a STEM career and enhance instruction happening in our classrooms. While this is certainly a different year in how students are participating, the BVEdHub will hold small workshops with proper COVID-19 protocols in place during the week of Oct. 19-23. Workshops are limited to 10 students per day with a fee of $25 per student.
Schedule is:
Mon, 10/19, 3-5pm
Tues, 10/20, 3-5pm
Wed, 10/21, 3-5pm
Thurs, 10/22, 3-5pm
Fri, 10/23, 3-5pm

OSHA Training
2020-10-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Blackstone Valley Education Hub, Located inside the Linwood Mill, next to the BVCC 670 Linwood Avenue Building A, Whitinsville, MA, 01588, United States

Annual Meeting & Awards Ceremony
2020-11-19 08:00 - 09:00
Please join us for our 42nd Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony. Keynote Speaker Major General Thomas E. Murphy, Director, Protecting Critical Technology Task Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Pentagon.

Jingle & Mingle! Winter Wonderland at Southwick's Zoo
2020-12-03 16:30 - 19:30
Chamber guests will stay warm and cozy in their vehicles as they drive
through the zoo to admire light displays, followed by a socially distant
gathering outside on the patio, located inside the zoo. There, guests
will enjoy hot hors d’oeuvres, warm apple cider, cider donuts and
s’mores kits to enjoy by the firepits. Attendance is limited to 100.
Schedule of Events:
4:30PM Drive Through Opens
5:00PM Patio Opens/Bar Available
5:15 Hors D’Oeuvres
6:30 Donuts/Cocoa/Cider
7:00 S’Mores
7:30 End of Event
Special Guest Appearances:
Trax from the Worcester Railers!

Smiley Ball, the WooSox Mascot

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

BVCC Food, Beverage & Hospitality Collaborative Meeting (Zoom)
2021-01-07 08:30 - 09:30, 2021-02-04 08:30 - 09:30, 2021-03-04 08:30 - 09:30, 2021-04-01 08:30 - 09:30
WHO WE ARE :
Established in September 2020, the mission of the FBHC is to support and advocate for the economic vitality of the Blackstone Valley food, beverage and hospitality industry.
WHAT WE DO:
~Discuss current topics affecting the food & beverage economic forecast in the Valley
~Get critical information out quickly (ex: changes in rules/regulations/grants)
~Network & comradery
~Idea sharing, mutual support
~Advocacy on behalf of the BVCC
~Job board
~Paying it forward
WHO SHOULD JOIN?
~Restaurants , cafes & coffee shops
~Breweries & bars
~Caterers
~Farms
~Industry suppliers
~Hotels, Inns, and Bed and Breakfasts
~Event venues
~Food manufacturers
WHEN WE MEET:
This group meets the first Thursday of every month from 8:30AM-9:30AM (ZOOM).
WHAT WE CAHRGE:
There is no fee to participate. however you must be a member of the BVCC to join. If you are facing financial hardships preventing you from joining the BVCC, please reach out to us.
To register, please email Liz O’Neil (loneil@blackstonevalley.org)

Association Health Plan Information Session (Zoom)
2021-01-12 12:00 - 13:00
Learn about how your organization can benefit from the BVCC’s new Association Health Plan. Representatives from Valley Insurance Partners and Roundstone will be here to present to you.

Association Retirement Plan Information Session (Zoom)
2021-01-13 12:00 - 13:00
Join us and learn all about the BVCC’s new member offering of an Association Retirement Plan! Representatives from Mayflower Investments will be on hand to present and answer any questions you may have.

Building a Ballpark
2021-01-26 12:30 - 13:30
Join us for a one hour session with ballpark designers Larry Lucchino and Janet Marie Smith

Building & Maintaining Strong Business Relationships in the Age of COVID-19
2021-02-09 09:00 - 10:00
The BVCC Women’s Success Network invites you to a virtual networking event hosted by Sandra Kearney, CEO of Human Power Solutions

BVCC Education Forum
2021-02-25 09:00 - 10:00

Refresh Sesh
2021-03-10 12:00 - 12:45
Join us for a Refresh Sesh! This is a 30-45 minute virtual program for our Members designed to bring you up to speed on the latest BVCC benefits, so you can make the most of your membership.
*Once you register, you will receive a confirmation email. One day prior you will receive the ZOOM link*

OSD: SDO Pre Certification
2021-03-16 10:00 - 12:00
This is a required workshop for all businesses interested in applying for certification as a Minority, Woman, Veteran, and/or Portuguese Business Enterprise. The workshop will include information about the regulations, qualifications, process, and other information needed to begin the certification process. This session will run for two hours.

BVCC Forum Series: Manufacturing "Managing A Supply Chain"
2021-03-31 09:00 - 10:00
Keynote speaker Josh Chernin is a Partner with Business Improvement Group, LLC, Consultants to Manufacturers, and has more than 30 years of manufacturing and operations leadership experience in the US and Europe. He will be addressing this important topic pertaining to supply chain issues.
*De-Risking Supply Chain
*Managing Demand Variation
*Re-Shoring
