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.
The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce is here to help – with trusted resources, a strong business network, and a support system to keep your business and the region moving forward
The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce will host its first “Getting to Know Your Credit” seminar on Tuesday, January 31, 2017 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Chamber’s headquarters located at 860 South Street, Fitchburg, MA. This free presentation is designed to help businesses owners understand their credit and its importance to running a small business. This seminar is sponsored and presented by Digital Federal Credit Union
Discussions will include: What is credit and how is it calculated? What is “good credit” versus “bad credit” and “good debt” versus “bad debt”? There is a mistake on your credit report, how do you get it removed? You don’t have a great credit history and want to make some changes, how do you remedy this? Your personal credit and business credit are linked, but how?
While the program is free, registration is recommended to prepare for all attendees arrival. Register online at www.northcentralmass.com/news/calendar-of-events. Questions should be directed to Maria McCaffrey, events & programs manager, 978.353.7600 ext 235 or .
The North Central Mass Chamber is pleased to welcome ENE Systems of Canton (www.ENEsystems.com) as a new member in January.
For the past 60 years, ENE has been helping businesses large and small, municipalities, and schools reduce the operating and energy costs of their facilities. Energy efficiency upgrades can improve occupant comfort and productivity, as well as increasing property value through renovation. ENE will perform an on-site assessment and recommend specific projects for consideration, depending on priorities and budget. As a full-service contractor, ENE will engage and manage the contractors you choose to work on your facility, but can also assist with financing projects, writing grants, applying for tax credits and more.
ENE is a full-service energy contractor and installer for National Grid utilities. Sample clients include Lawrence Schools, Lowell High School, Haverhill City Hall and Boston Public Schools, as well as retail, hotels, assisted living, and healthcare facilities.
Regional Market Manager Eric Sandberg describes ENE Systems as “the Mass Save for businesses”, referring to the popular state-subsidized energy efficiency program for Massachusetts homeowners. For more information, please contact Eric at or on (603) 581-3311
The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Health Insurance Fair on February 7, 2017 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the Chamber office, 860 South Street, Fitchburg, MA. This Q&A fair will give business owners and subscribers an opportunity to meet with insurance carriers and ask questions about their plans, and understand choices and options as we head into the 2017 open enrollment period. The Chamber offers health and dental plans through most major carrier in Massachusetts including: Tufts Health Plan, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim, Neighborhood Health Plan, Health New England, Fallon and dental coverage from Ameritas, Delta, and Altus.
“With the ever changing landscape of health insurance, we are excited to offer our members a chance to sit down and speak with members of the industry and help give them some clarity,” said Roy Nascimento, President & CEO of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce. “Being able to assist local businesses with their health and dental needs is just another avenue we are helping advance the business community in North Central Massachusetts.”
We are here to assist business owners in finding affordable medical and dental plans to manage their healthcare costs and retain valuable employees. Whether you’re a large business, a small business, or a sole proprietor, then we can assist with your health insurance needs.
The Health Insurance Fair will be open to members and non-members who may be looking to change their health or dental coverage this upcoming open enrollment period, of April 1st.
There is no cost to attend, but pre-registration is encouraged. For additional information or to register, please contact the Chamber at 978.353.7600 ext. 222 or ext. 235 or visit online at www.northcentralmass.com.
Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts’ A Toast to Hope event will be held on Thursday, October 19th at the Devens Common Center, 31 Andrews Parkway, Devens, MA. The wine, whiskey, craft beer, food & chocolate tasting event will be held from 6:00 – 8:00 pm and will feature local distributors, chocolatiers, restaurants and breweries pouring and sharing some of the area’s finest spirits, cuisine, and desserts. A silent auction will also be featured.
Cost to attend the event is $30.00 per person for pre-purchased tickets. Tickets may be purchased through the Habitat website, ncmhabitat.org, or by calling 978-348-2749. Attendees must be 21+ to obtain a bracelet for featured pourings.
Numerous wine, beer, whiskey and food purveyors will be putting their best “tastes” forward, including Aaronapp Cellars with their Chenin Blanc, Carmenere-Malbec, Petite Sirah and Forest Gold Maple Wine, Martignetti’s United Liquors, Gilbert Distributors, Kobrand Wine & Spirits, Jack O’Lantern, Hardwick Vineyard & Winery, Firefly’s Bar-B-Que, Devens Common Center with a s’mores bar, 110 Grill, Shriver Job Corps with sashimi tuna, wontons and seaweed salad, The Natural Café, Bisousweet Confections with chocolate biscotti and treats, and Bootlegger Restaurant. Sponsors for the event include DCU, Enterprise Bank and Pipe Plus.
Join us for a night out and bring some friends along for a great Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts fundraising event and helping families seeking affordable homeownership right here in our region.
Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts
Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts builds strength, security and self-reliance through shelter. With volunteer labor and tax-deductible donations of money and materials, Habitat NCM builds and repairs simple, decent houses alongside our homeowner partner families. In addition to a down payment and monthly mortgage payments, homeowners invest hundreds of hours of their own labor into building their Habitat house and the houses of others. 90 percent of surveyed Habitat homeowners in 44 U.S. cities said they could not have owned a home without the help from Habitat.
Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts is the local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, serving 25 towns and cities in North Central Massachusetts, including Acton, Ashburnham, Ashby, Ayer, Berlin, Bolton, Boxborough, Clinton, Fitchburg, Gardner, Groton, Harvard, Hudson, Lancaster, Littleton, Lunenburg, Leominster, Maynard, Pepperell, Princeton, Shirley, Sterling, Stow, Townsend, and Westminster. Habitat NCM also operates the Leominster ReStore which raises funds through the sale of discounted or recycled materials and furniture. More information is available at www.ncmhabitat.org.
Let’s build strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter – together.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECH.
Mount Wachusett Community College—Devens
$1,400 (NO WAIVERS)
Tuesdays 5 – 10pm and Saturdays 9am – 2pm
November 7, 2017 through February 24, 2018
This class qualifies for GI Bill Benefits
Basic EMT training program is the basic course for Emergency Medical Technician/ambulance that follows the guidelines outlined by the United States Department of Health Education and Welfare in conjunction with the National Traffic Safety Administration, Department of Transportation. This is a lecture, discussion, demonstration, and practical application of the knowledge and skill necessary to care for individuals who have life-threatening emergencies and injuries.
Course content covers but is not limited to common medical emergencies, childbirth, problems of children as patients, lifting and moving patients, environmental emergencies, and extrication from automobiles. This course satisfies the requirements for the psychomotor exam required by the Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medicine and the written exam administered by National Registry of EMT as an EMT-Basic. Student must attain a 73 or better grade average to qualify for the psychomotor and/or written exam. Instructor: Greg Lambert
Devens Campus, One Jackson Place, 27 Jackson Road, Devens, MA 01434
For Info And Registration: 978-630-9575
http://mwcc.3dcartstores.com/Basic-Emergency-Medical-Technician-EMT-Training-_p_1486.html
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.
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