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Wednesday, February 01, 2023Anthony A. Joyce, III, Named President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank; Additional 25 Employees Promoted
Anthony A. Joyce, III, has been promoted to President & Chief Executive Officer for Chelsea Groton Bank, and an additional 25 employees also received promotions following a Board of Trustees meeting. A lifelong resident of Southeastern Connecticut, Joyce has 40 years of banking experience. Prior to joining Chelsea Groton, he worked for many years at Norwich Savings Society and People’s United Bank. He joined Chelsea Groton Bank in 2013 as Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Manager, and was
Monday, January 30, 2023Design Professionals, Inc. Seeking Civil Engineers
Design Professionals, Inc. (DPI), an eighteen-person consulting firm based in South Windsor, is seeking to hire civil engineers experienced in site design. DPI has been in operation since 1986, and our practice includes civil engineering, land survey, landscape architecture, and land planning services, with over 5,000 projects completed throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. Peter DeMallie, President and CEO of Design Professionals, Inc., said the following: “Civil engineers - If you are
Tuesday, January 24, 2023Chelsea Groton Bank to Host Career Fair at Norwich-Westside Branch
Chelsea Groton Bank is hosting a career fair for candidates interested in pursuing a career in banking on Thursday, February 9th from 4 – 6 PM at the Bank’s Norwich-Westside Branch, 444 West Main Street, Norwich, CT. Candidates are encouraged to bring a resume and to dress professionally. Bank team members will meet with candidates and hold interviews on the spot for In-Branch and Digital Customer Service positions, management positions, and internships. Full-time, part-time and parent hours are
Friday, December 09, 2022How to Start a Small Business as a Freelancer in the Connecticut River Valley
Grow your business by building relationships with other local entrepreneurs and accessing unique resources offered by the Connecticut River Valley Chamber of Commerce. Join us today! Are you a freelancer ready to turn your work into a small business? Congratulations! Taking the plunge into entrepreneurship is an exciting time. But where do you start? If you're based in the Connecticut River Valley, there are a few key steps you'll need to take to get your business off the ground. The Connecticut River
Sunday, December 04, 2022Tips On How To Make The Most Of Your Holiday Shop Local Campaign
The holiday season is a crucial time for businesses, especially small businesses. According to the National Retail Federation, holiday retail sales in 2020 reached nearly $800 billion. That’s a lot of potential customers out there looking for the perfect gift for their loved ones (or themselves)! But with all of that potential comes competition. Big box stores and online retailers are vying for attention and dollars, so how can small businesses make sure they are getting their fair share? By
Thursday, October 06, 2022Simple, Significant Ways to Build a Customer Base for Your Connecticut River Valley Business
Attracting new customers to your business is challenging enough. But keeping them around for the long haul can be even more difficult. Consumers have more options and expect more from brands than ever before. So, how can you make your company stand out from the crowd? How can you acquire new customers while building loyalty along the way? Here is some practical advice from the Connecticut River Valley Chamber of Commerce to get you started! Use Services and Tools If you are
Thursday, September 01, 2022Beware Unhappy Freelancers: Mistakes To Avoid When Dealing with Independent Contractors
A happy, productive team of freelancers is beneficial to any business. Freelancers who often take part in remote work include IT support, content writers, graphic designers, web designers and more. Avoiding common mistakes helps your company maintain a positive relationship with independent contractors. To help you navigate working with contractors, avoid these errors when working with freelancers. Prioritizing Pay Over Positive Associations with Your Company While fair, competitive pay matters to
Tuesday, February 01, 2022Defining Your Boundaries in a Negotiation
Negotiations are an integral part of professional development and growth. If your professional life revolves around business, you're especially likely to encounter many opportunities to negotiate. Preparing beforehand to define your personal limits, alongside areas you're willing to negotiate on, is paramount to coming out successful. Fail to Prepare, Prepare to Fail Before entering into a negotiation, it's necessary to prepare extensively beforehand. If you simply enter the discussion with the intention
