Chamber to Hold Third Annual SheLEADS Women's Conference
EASTHAMPTON, Mass., July 9, 2024 – The Chamber of Greater Easthampton (Chamber) will host its third annual sheLEADS women’s conference series this fall in the PeoplesBank Conference at the Kittredge Center of Holyoke Community College, 303 Homestead Avenue, Holyoke MA, sponsored by Training and Workforce Options at Holyoke Community College and Reminder Publications. The sheLEADS Women's Conference series is designed to empower women in all stages of their careers by providing them with the tools,
Construction underway for expansion and renovation of Cooley Dickinson Hospital Emergency Department
More than nine months ago, Cooley Dickinson and Mass General Brigham representatives and local dignitaries raised painted shovels heaped with dirt to mark the ceremonial groundbreaking of the hospital’s Emergency Department renovation and expansion project. Excitingly, signs of construction are now visible with the addition of perimeter fencing, backhoes, and cranes removing pavement and sidewalks, constructing temporary space, and expanding the ambulance bays. The renovation project will update a 1970’s
AM Gold - Yacht Rock comes to Glendale Ridge Vineyard!
Glendale Ridge Vineyard Hosts AM GOLD– Yacht Rock: Friday, August 9th starting at 6PM listeners can sip wine and cruise through the 70s & 80s as AM GOLD covers adult-contemporary hit songs, artists include Hall & Oates, Lionel Richie and more! Doors open at 3PM. The opener, Buddy McEarns will begin at 5PM and AM GOLD will go on at 6PM. Local Burger, Push for Joy and Crooked Stick Pops food trucks will be onsite, but outside food is welcome. In accordance with our farmers’ winery license, no outside
Meet a Member: Local Burger
Local Burger is a growing family operated restaurant established in December 2008.We asked, ‘Who are you?’ We started with classic burgers, and are continuously growing, expanding, and adding twists to the classics, like our captain crunch coated chicken tenders! We have built a welcoming family environment with an inclusive menu for all to enjoy.We asked, ‘Why you do it?’ We do this because we love to take something people love; like a classic burger and reinvent it in a way that is exciting and fun for
Five Star Building Corp. Makes $20,000 Donation to Chamber's WorkHub on Union Initiative
EASTHAMPTON, Mass., July 1, 2024 – The Chamber of Greater Easthampton is pleased to announce a significant contribution of $20,000 from Five Star Building Corp. towards its ambitious co-workspace project, WorkHub on Union. The donation will support the development of a vibrant and collaborative co-working space, providing valuable resources for entrepreneurs, and businesses in the Greater Easthampton region. “We were thrilled to be chosen as the general contractor for this project and even more pleased
The Chamber of Greater Easthampton Accepting Applications for Fall Entrepreneurial Training Program
EASTHAMPTON, Mass., June 7, 2024 – The Chamber of Greater Easthampton (Chamber) has begun accepting applications for its fall 2024 CO-STARTERS at WorkHub on Union entrepreneurial training program, made possible by a $50,000 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant as part of the continued economic development partnership between The Chamber and the City of Easthampton. CO.STARTERS is a 10-week cohort-based program that equips entrepreneurs of all kinds with the insights, relationships and tools needed to
Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool
Adobe Acrobat has long been an invaluable tool for business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees all over the world thanks to its wide array of PDF generation and editing tools. Now, Acrobat AI Assistant offers new benefits for businesses of all sizes. Acrobat AI Assistant’s revolutionary software can transform your business with its incredible features: Enhanced Document Understanding: The AI Assistant utilizes machine learning algorithms to understand the content and structure of PDF documents
Growth Unlocked: Crucial Steps to Elevate Your Business and Expand Your Reach
If your aspirations for your business include significant growth and success, a meticulously-crafted strategy is non-negotiable. From enhancing your professional network and streamlining operations to breaking into new markets and deepening customer engagement, the activities outlined below will serve as the building blocks for business growth. In this article, we dissect each of these crucial components to shed light on your path to success.Harness the Power of Networking Events The power of connection
Things Small Business Owners Need To Remember During The Holiday Hustle
The holidays draw nearer each day, and that means it’s time for the hustle and bustle of the season. As a small business, you’re already overwhelmed, but there are things that you can’t afford to forget about throughout the craziness of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve. Keep reading for a few quick reminders that will help keep your customers happy. Remind your customers about holiday promotions. People love coupons throughout the entire year, but everyone is looking to pinch as
Adobe Acrobat: Revolutionizing the Way Small and Local Companies Do Business
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
Watch Out For These Small Business Weak Spots
As a small business owner, you know that success is often determined by how well you can identify and address potential problems. However, it can be difficult to stay on top of all the areas in which issues could arise. To help you out, the Greater Easthampton Chamber of Commerce has put together a list of strategies for rooting out financial and operational difficulties before they become too big to handle.Create an Emergency Fund The old adage is true — it’s always best to plan ahead. A great way to