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
(North Central, MA)—The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce will be holding an aggressive New Member Campaign on September 29 and 30, 2015. This new member campaign will include reaching out to over 3,500 businesses in the region that are not yet benefiting from Chamber membership. The campaign will include a mailed invitation and personal phone calls from business leaders in the region encouraging them to join the Chamber.
Paul DiGeronimo, President of Geronimo Properties and Immediate Past Chair of the Chamber’s Board of Directors will chair this special campaign. In addition, nearly 80 business leaders have volunteered to help recruit new members to the Chamber by sharing information about their positive experiences and the many benefits of Chamber membership.
“The Chamber is an important element in the fabric of the community and has a tremendous impact supporting the local business community,” said Paul DiGeronimo, Chairman of the New Member Campaign. “This is a great opportunity to tell our story and give the Chamber’s financial and membership efforts a solid boost.”
The Chamber provides numerous services for members, including networking and professional development, free and low cost marketing, health and dental insurance, as well as government affairs and economic development programs to encourage a positive business climate for the region.
In addition, the Chamber’s New Member Campaign will feature several “join now” incentives for businesses and organizations that enroll with the Chamber, including free advertising, web site listings, admission to Chamber networking programs and more.
Highlighting the campaign will be a two-day, four-session phone-a-thon at the Chamber’s offices on September 29 and 30. Volunteers will be competing for bragging rights as the top recruiter and some great prizes including overnight trips, gift certificates to restaurants and stores, and much more.
The Chamber’s New Member Campaign is sponsored by Comcast Business and Heat Trace Products. Supporting sponsors include S.J. Mullaney Engineering, Inc. and the lunch sponsor is Burkart-Phelan Inc. In addition, media sponsors for the Campaign include the Sentinel & Enterprise, Leominster Champion, Worcester Business Journal, WPKZ 105.3 FM, AdviCoach, Worcester Telegram & Gazette, LATV and FATV.
Businesses interested in joining the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce should contact should contact Yasmin Loft, Member Services Manager at (978) 353-7600, x234 or via email at .
About the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce
The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce (northcentralmass.com) is a business advocacy, economic development organization working to create and sustain relationships among businesses and between businesses and the community. With 1000 member firms, employing over 25,000 people in the region, the Chamber is working to foster economic opportunity in Fitchburg, Leominster, and surrounding communities.
The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and the North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation are pleased to announce the addition of Sandie Cataldo to the professional staff as Manager of Economic Development.
In this new position, Ms. Cataldo will be responsible for managing the economic development and micro loan programs of the Chamber and its affiliate the North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation. Her role will include promoting and overseeing the micro loan and technical assistance programs, as well as serving as the primary contact for businesses looking to start-up or expand in North Central Massachusetts.
“We are excited to have Sandie join our team and help lead our efforts to advance local businesses and the economic growth of North Central Massachusetts,” said Roy M. Nascimento, President. “Her enthusiasm and professional experience in economic development, particularly her work in helping small businesses, make her uniquely suited for this role.”
Prior to being selected for this position, Ms. Cataldo worked since 2006 for the City of Leominster in the Office of Planning and Economic Development as their Small Business Development Coordinator. During this time she acted as the liaison between the city and the small business community. In addition to assisting businesses with their municipal needs, she also provided resources and tools to assist with business plans, financing options, marketing opportunities, and property search. She introduced new and innovative business practices through small business workshops, seminars, as well as planned and managed over thirty five large community events with attendance of 4,000+ designed to promote the local small business community.
Prior to working for the City of Leominster, Ms. Cataldo worked as a project manager for JS Lewis Exhibit Associates. In this position, she managed all trade show services for a national client base from a variety of industries.
About the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce
The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce (northcentralmass.com) is a business advocacy, economic development organization working to create and sustain relationships among businesses and between businesses and the community. With 1000 member firms, employing over 25,000 people in the region, the Chamber is working to foster economic opportunity in Fitchburg, Leominster, and surrounding communities.
About the North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation
The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC) is a non-profit corporation with the mission of creating jobs and improving the economy of North Central Massachusetts. NCMDC is certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and the U.S. Department of the Treasury under the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Program. The NCMDC works in partnership with local banks, credit unions, chambers of commerce and area nonprofits to support emerging microenterprises, small businesses, and community projects with loans and business assistance. Since 1996, the NCMDC has granted over $4,000,000 in loans to small businesses to help grow jobs and the economy in 26 communities in the North Central Massachusetts region. For more information about the NCMDC loan programs, please call 978-353-7607.
The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation, the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce and North Middlesex Savings Bank are holding two basic business workshops on September 8 in Devens aimed at assisting potential and existing entrepreneurs.
The free workshops are being held in cooperation with the MA Small Business Development Center (MSBDC), the Nashoba Valley Chamber of Commerce, SCORE, and Twin Cities CDC.
Both workshops will be held at the Mount Wachusett Community College, 27 Jackson St., Devens on Tuesday, September 8th .
Session I: Fundamentals in Planning, Preparing, and Financing Your Business will run from 8:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and will focus on evaluating and understanding the fundamentals of owning one’s own business. Information on how to get started, where and how to get financing and the loan application process will be presented. Registration begins at 8:30. Breakfast will be provided for all participants. Presented by Roland Nutter, AdviCoach
Session II: Understanding the Purpose of Financial Statements and How They Can Help Determine the Health of Your Business will run from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and will focus on understanding a balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statement. The workshop will also explain how a small business owner can anticipate financial needs in order to operate his/her business more efficiently. Registration begins at 11:00. Lunch will be provided for all participants. Presented by Bob Alario, Robert C. Alario, CPA
To register, please contact Sandie Cataldo at 978-353-7600 ext. 232 or or register online at northcentralmass.com.
The North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC) is a non-profit corporation with the mission of creating jobs and improving the economy of North Central Massachusetts. NCMDC is certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and the U.S. Department of the Treasury under the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Program. The NCMDC works in partnership with local banks, credit unions, chambers of commerce and area nonprofits to support emerging microenterprises, small businesses, and community projects with loans and business assistance. Since 1996, the NCMDC has granted over $4,000,000 in loans to small businesses to help grow jobs and the economy in 26 communities in the North Central Massachusetts region.
For more information about the NCMDC loan programs, please call 978-353-7607.
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