E-Newsletter
An Electronic Publication of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce
Inside this edition, you’ll discover the latest Chamber initiatives and success stories from across our region. From economic development projects and upcoming networking events to policy updates and workforce training opportunities, we’re keeping you connected to what matters most for your business and North Central Massachusetts.
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On May 12, Chamber members will meet the region’s most accomplished high school seniors as they receive scholarships from the North Central Massachusetts Chamber Foundation. A total of $48,000 in 24 scholarships will be awarded at the Good Morning Breakfast at the Doubletree by Hilton in Leominster. Special thanks go to HealthAlliance for sponsoring the breakfast.
The following students each received a $2,000 scholarship, and are listed by their name, school and the specific scholarship:
Emily Buchanan of Westminster, Oakmont Regional High School, Roderick W. & Donna M. Lewin Scholarship; Alivia Burns, Leominster High School – Center for Technical Education Innovation, HealthAlliance Hospital Inc. Scholarship; Sophia Goncalves, Fitchburg High School, Elizabeth & Anthony DiGeronimo Family Scholarship; and, Morgan DiPilla from Sterling, Wachusett Regional High School, Barbara Silva Scholarship.
Also, Shanina Ferreira of Fitchburg, Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School, Chamber Foundation Scholarship; John Gove, Leominster High School, Enterprise Bank & Trust Scholarship; Olivia Houle from Leominster, Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School, Edward C.J. Healey Scholarship; Laura Jenny of Lunenburg, Leominster High School, HealthAlliance Hospital Inc. Scholarship; Shanna Joseph from Sterling, Wachusett Regional High School, Salny Family Scholarship; Keith Kidder of Ayer, Ayer Shirley Regional High School, Elizabeth & Anthony DiGeronimo Family Scholarship; Anneke LaPosta of Lancaster, Nashoba Regional High School, Benjamin Asher Scholarship; Kristen Maguy, Leominster High School, David L. McKeehan Scholarship; Mark McKew from Ashby, St. Bernard’s Central Catholic High School, M.Ruth Lee Scholarship; Cameron Moylan from Ashby, Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School, George R. Wallace and Alice G. Wallace Scholarship; Kyleigh Olivier, Leominster High School, M.Ruth Lee Scholarship; and, Mark Pothier, Leominster High School, Chamber Golf Tournament Scholarship.
In addition, Sashealy Rivera of Fitchburg, Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School, HealthAlliance Hospital Inc. Scholarship; John Shelton, The Bromfield School, Rollstone Bank & Trust Scholarship; Amy Sjoberg from Groton, Groton-Dunstable Regional High School, Ronald Ansin Scholarship; Madeleine Steele, The Bromfield School, HealthAlliance Hospital Inc. Scholarship; Bryson Tang of Pepperell, Nashoba Valley Technical High School, Chamber Foundation Scholarship; Brendan Tobin, Lunenburg High School, Adams Family Scholarship; Chloe Wespiser of Townsend, North Middlesex Regional High School, Chamber Golf Tournament Scholarship; and, Peyton Wirtz, Fitchburg High School, Workers’ Credit Union Scholarship.
The Johnny Appleseed Trail Association, the tourism arm of the chamber, participated in the New England Society of Association Executives, NESAE, 2018 Annual Management Conference where we had a table promoting our meeting venues to association executives from all over New England. In attendance were over 100 association executives and destinations looking to do business. Members who were promoting North Central Massachusetts alongside us were Great Wolf Lodge New England and the Devens Common Center.
This is an example of the many ongoing efforts of JATA to promote the region to visitors and groups in key markets. Ultimately these efforts help generate additional visitors and additional dollars to the communities in our region. In 2016, our collective regional tourism marketing strategy resulted in $131 million economic impact for North Central Massachusetts.

“We are saddened to lose Patrick, but also excited for him to pursue his career further,” said Roy M. Nascimento, President & CEO of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce. “Patrick has been an important and dedicated member of our team and a contributor to our success. I want to thank him for his hard work and commitment to the Chamber and wish him well in his new position.”
Trees for Soldiers is a month long project starting the Friday after Thanksgiving and runs right up to Christmas. We provide Christmas trees at no charge to military men and women. This year on December 8th the Boston Bruins Foundation will be here from 1-3 to show their support for our organization and to spread the word about this program.

Let us work closely with your organization to develop base, variable, and total rewards programs that align with and support the achievement of your key business strategies and goals!
It is our goal to design equitable and defensible pay systems that will help attract and retain high caliber employees and enhance employee engagement.
We will collaborate with your management team to help you to define and align your compensation philosophy with your mission, business objectives, fiscal capabilities, and retention efforts.
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For more information about our Compensation Consulting Services, contact Patti D’Amaddio at or by phone at 877-662-6444.
studentjobs.fitchburgstate.edu connects Fitchburg State students with local businesses looking for part-time help. On the student jobs website, students can search/apply for jobs and businesses can submit their part-time job openings for review by the university. The service is free for both students and businesses.
Interested businesses should visit studentjobs.fitchburgstate.edu to create a profile and post their available jobs. For more information, they can contact the Director of Career & Advising Centers Erin Kelleher at or 978-665-3151.
When the workday ends and the lights go down, Custom Cleaning Service of Peabody, Inc. gets to work. “We operate as our clients’ silent partner after business hours,” says Adam Paicos, of Templeton, who now serves as Director of Operations and oversees the company’s expansion into North Central MA. “We are not often seen, but we ensure facilities are clean, secure, and ready for business each day while serving as the eyes and ears for our clients when they are not on site.”
Discover local business stories through our Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast series. Listen as Chamber members share their journeys, insights, and contributions to our thriving regional business community.
Looking for your next opportunity? Explore current job openings from employers across North Central Massachusetts on our Jobs Board. Whether you’re starting a new career or making a change, you’ll find a variety of local positions available to help you take the next step.
CapEx Facility Services & Construction · Leominster, MA
TaraVista Behavioral Health Center · Harvard, MA
DRS Power Technology, Inc. · Fitchburg, MA
AIS · Leominster, MA