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Tuesday, August 29, 2023HARTFORD BUSINESS JOURNAL NAMES HOFFMAN AUTO GROUP’S SARA SCRIBNER ONE OF 2023’S 40-UNDER-40
EAST HARTFORD, Conn. – August 21, 2023 – Hoffman Auto Group in East Hartford, New London, Waterbury, and West Simsbury announced today that its marketing manager Sara Scribner is a recipient of this year’s “40 Under 40” award. The Hartford Business Journal presents the “40 Under 40” award each year to outstanding young professionals in the greater Hartford area who are excelling in their industries. Sara and the other recipients will be honored on September 28 at The Aqua Turf Club. Sara’s
Thursday, August 10, 2023Violinist Melissa White Named Hartford Symphony Orchestra's Joyce C. Willis Fellow Through the 2023-2024 Season
Hartford Symphony Orchestra is proud to announce violinist Melissa White as the Joyce C. Willis Fellow through the 2023-2024 season, made possible through a generous grant from The Edward C. and Ann T. Roberts Foundation. In late 2020, The Roberts Foundation announced the Joyce C. Willis Fund for Excellence and Equity in the Arts, a visionary initiative to support Black artists. In addition to the Hartford Symphony Orchestra, Hartford Stage and the Amistad Center were also granted gifts from the Roberts
Friday, May 12, 2023ADNET Technologies Accelerates Regional Growth Through Acquisition of Tech II
ROCKY HILL, Conn. May 11, 2023 — ADNET Technologies (ADNET), a managed IT services, cloud, and cybersecurity provider with offices in Rocky Hill, Connecticut and Albany, New York, announced it has acquired Tech II Business Services (Tech II), a Saratoga Springs-based managed IT firm. This strategic partnership brings together two exceptional teams of IT professionals to create a premier regional technology services company that combines national capabilities with a human-centered approach. By joining
Wednesday, May 10, 2023Bliss This House Podcast
Bliss This House, your professional home organizer, has launched a podcast. The podcast dives deep into home organization, starting good habits, and home design. Professional Home Organizer Maria Grove is the host and she makes the podcast fun with her inquisitive mind and excited attitude about organization. Topics include playroom organization, what expert to hire, paper clutter - and many guest on topics such as emergency preparedness and entertaining. Visit Spotify to to list to all of the great
Tuesday, May 09, 2023Hartford Symphony Orchestra announces 2023-2024 POPS! Series
Hartford Symphony Orchestra President & CEO Steve Collins and HSO Music Director Carolyn Kuan are thrilled to announce the 2023-2024 POPS! Series, to take place in Mortensen Hall at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts in Hartford, CT. The 2023-2024 POPS! Series offers thrills, chills, adventure, magic, and awe-inspiring talent! Under the outstanding leadership of HSO Music Director Carolyn Kuan, audiences will be dazzled by concerts featuring a spooktacular celebration, celebrated movie score,
Sunday, April 02, 2023RICHARD VOGLER CFP EARNS ACCREDITED INVESTMENT FIDUCIARY® DESIGNATION FROM Fi360
Richard J. Vogler CFP CRPC AIF of Ameriprise Financial has been awarded the Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®) Designation from the Center for Fiduciary Studies®, the standards-setting body for Fi360, a Broadridge company. The AIF® Designation signifies specialized knowledge of fiduciary responsibility and the ability to implement policies and procedures that meet a defined standard of care. The designation is the culmination of a rigorous training program, which includes a comprehensive, closed-book
Thursday, March 09, 2023How to Succeed Without a College Degree: Essential Tips for Business Success
It is possible to run a successful business without the traditional qualifications of a college degree. With the right tools and connections, you can begin your own journey and have the potential to reap great rewards. Here are some tips from the Connecticut River Valley Chamber of Commerce on how to succeed without a college degree in business.Start Small With a Home-Based Business One option for launching your business without a college degree is to start with a home-based business. You can get started
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Tuesday, February 28, 2023Boss Consulting HR, LLC | What We're Watching
Federal Updates Classifying your highly compensated employees. You don’t want to make this mistake. First things first, Connecticut doesn’t have a “highly compensated employee” exemption. That means if you’re an employer with employees located solely in CT then this one doesn’t apply to you. But if you’re an employer with employees outside of CT, let’s talk. About highly compensated employees, that is. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) has certain overtime “exemptions.” One of those exemptions
Thursday, February 23, 2023Dr. Vasanth Kainkaryam, Founder of 4 Elements Direct Primary Care & Wellness Space, publishes his first children's book titled ''To See the World: A Rose-Colored Perspective.''
Dr. Vasanth Kainkaryam, Founder of 4 Elements Direct Primary Care & Wellness Space, publishes his first children's book titled ''To See the World: A Rose-Colored Perspective.'' Hartford, CT - February 20, 2023 - Dr. Vasanth Kainkaryam, a triple board certified physician and the founder of 4 Elements Direct Primary Care & Wellness Space, has published his first children's book titled ''To See the World: A Rose-Colored Perspective.'' ''To See the World: A Rose-Colored Perspective'' follows the story of a
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
