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SUMMARY:Economic Development Breakfast ~ Chamber\, Town\, State ~ Business Retention\, Expansion\, and Attraction
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. \nParticipants must be a Southington location business and or a member in good standing of the Southington Regional Chamber of Commerce. \nBusinesses located outside of Southington\, Marion\, Milldale\, or Plantsville\, may join the Southington Regional Chamber of Commerce to attend. \nPlease contact the Chamber office at 860.628.8036 with any questions or to verify your membership or participation status. \n  \nabout the keynote speakers: \nKirti D. Patel\nDeputy Commissioner\, Economic Development\nChief Manufacturing Officer\, State of CT \nKirti was named Deputy Commissioner in March 2026. He has also served as the State’s Chief Manufacturing Officer since September 2025. Kirti Patel is a seasoned business leader with 25+ years of global experience in technology development and advanced manufacturing across the life sciences\, medical imaging & devices\, and semiconductor industries. He previously served as President   CEO of Eppendorf Manufacturing Corporation (Enfield\, CT) and as General Manager/VP of Siemens Preclinical Molecular Imaging (Knoxville\, TN). He also co-founded Sensant Corporation\, a medical device company\, later acquired by Siemens Healthcare (San Francisco\, CA). Kirti began his career at Intel (San Jose\, CA)\, working in high-tech microprocessor lithography process development & manufacturing. Kirti holds an MBA from the Wharton School\, an MS in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University\, an MS in Chemical Engineering from University of California-Davis\, and a BS in Chemical Engineering from Mangalore University (India). \nKelli-Marie Vallieres\, PhD\nVice Chair of the Governor’s Workforce Council\nChief Workforce Officer of the Office of Workforce Strategy \nThe Office of Workforce Strategy leads the implementation of the first State of CT Strategic Workforce Development Plan. The business led plan requires the coordination\, collaboration\, and cooperation of multiple stakeholders\, including workforce development boards\, state agencies\, education\, and economic and community-based organizations to build the systems\, teams\, and approaches that will make Connecticut a talent environment that attracts and motivates students\, career builders\, and companies alike. \nDr. Vallieres earned her degree in Educational Leadership and Adult Learning from the University of Connecticut in 2007. She is an owner of two manufacturing companies\, where she served as President and CEO for 14 years before stepping down to take on her new role with the State of Connecticut. Kelli combines her roles in industry and education to carry out the mission of Governor’s Workforce Council Strategic Plan.
URL:https://www.southingtonchamber.com/event/economic-development-breakfast-chamber-town-state-business-retention-expansion-and-attraction/
LOCATION:The Manor Inn\, 1636 Meriden-Waterbury Tpke\, Southington\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Forum,Committees & Programs,Community Event,Economic Development,EDU Workshop,Networking,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T114500
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SUMMARY:Business Women's Leadership Network Luncheon - Thursday\, June 11\, 2026 - 11:45-1:15
DESCRIPTION:About the Guest Speaker:\nDanielle Ruggiero is the Senior Director of Programs at the Women’s Business Development Council\, where she leads entrepreneurial education\, business advising\, and regional programming that supports small business growth across Connecticut.  With more than 20 years of leadership experience in program development\, marketing\, operations\, and product innovation\, Danielle has held executive roles at Excelligence Learning Corporation and Really Good Stuff. She is passionate about entrepreneurship\, community building\, and helping business owners access the tools and resources they need to grow and succeed. Danielle holds a BS in Marketing from Boston College and is Dare to Lead™ trained and AGILE certified. \nAbout the Business Women’s Leadership Network:\nIn a landscape where individual ambition meets collective power\, the Southington Business Women’s Leadership Network serves as a premier venue for strategic growth. We invite you to join an elite circle of professionals dedicated to converting individual expertise into collective leverage. Our bi-monthly gatherings are designed to bridge mentorship gaps\, exchange high-value social capital\, and dismantle the obstacles to scaling women-led enterprises. \nAbout the Luncheon Series:\nThe Southington Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Women’s Leadership Network is open to women of all professions at all career levels. \nChamber membership is required to be a member of the Business Women’s Leadership Network. \nBi-monthly Luncheons offer Chamber members special pricing. Non-Chamber members are assessed a higher fee. \nLunch includes networking\, a curated seasonal menu\, presentation\, and open discussion. (lunch: Executive Chef prix fixe menu selection each month offering something for everyone including vegetarian and gluten free options. Coffee and soft drinks included.) As we prioritize quality engagement\, seating is limited. \nTo receive information about upcoming Business Women’s Leadership Network events and programming\, please fill out the form linked HERE. \nCall the Chamber office for more information: 860.628.8036 or email info@SouthingtonChamber.com \nTICKET SALES ARE FINAL: NO REFUNDS: NON-MEMBERS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED WITH A MEMBER TICKET. PLEASE PURCHASE THE CORRECT TICKET. \nBe sure to select your choice of lunch when registering.
URL:https://www.southingtonchamber.com/event/business-womens-leadership-network-luncheon-thursday-june-11-2026-1145-115/
LOCATION:Paul Gregory’s Bistro\, 168-B Center Street\, Southington\, CT\, 06489\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber Women Event,Community Event,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T080000
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SUMMARY:Chamber in the Morning Networking Pros – Wednesday\, June 17\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Program Description: AI is everywhere – but most organizations are focused on the wrong thing. In this session\, change management expert and AI transformation leader Allie Hartman cuts through the noise to explore what actually makes AI adoption succeed: your people. Walk away with a practical framework for leading change\, real strategies you can apply immediately and a clearer picture of where AI fits in your business – without the overwhelm. \nAbout the Presenter: Alexandra “Allie” Hartman is a certified master-level change management leader\, AI transformation project manager and founder of The Change Curiosity Lab\, a consultancy helping organizations and practitioners navigate change management and AI adoption through a human-centered approach. She also serves on the Association of Change Management Professionals (ACMP) Global Board of Directors and leads AI enablement initiatives for a global workforce solutions firm\, AgileOne. Allie brings equal parts curiosity and practicality to every room she walks into.  \nChamber in the Morning Networking Pros is a professional leads and networking group for member businesses and their employees of the Southington Regional Chamber of Commerce. There is no fee to participate\, but registration is required through the ticketing page on southingtonchamber.com. Meetings are held monthly on the *third Wednesday with exceptions for months where the date falls on the same day as a major Chamber event. \nWhat to expect when participating in Chamber in the Morning Networking Pros: \nA structured and purposeful approach that is professionally facilitated to help you: \n\nPersonally connect with business and community leaders.\nEstablish new partnerships and form client relationships.\nPromote your products and services.\nShare industry specific expertise\, tips\, and proven strategies.\nEngage in critical dialogue.\nInspire\, motivate\, lead\, and learn.\nHelp one another in our community.\n\n  \nHelp Us Improve Chamber Programming. Share your experience on today’s session and offer suggestions on how the program may better benefit participants by emailing info@southingtonchamber.com \nYour continued support and participation are vital to having a positive impact on business growth\, professional development\, and the vibrancy of our community. Thank you for your commitment as a Chamber Member! \nRegister Your Team for the Next Chamber in the Morning Networking Pros Meeting Below!
URL:https://www.southingtonchamber.com/event/chamber-in-the-morning-networking-pros-wednesday-june-17-2026/
CATEGORIES:Chamber in the Morning,Networking
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SUMMARY:2026 Farmer’s Market Chamber Member Booth Sign-Ups
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION CAREFULLY! \nThe Southington Regional Chamber of Commerce extends the opportunity for Member businesses to increase visibility and meet face to face with residents of the community at the Chamber’s booth at the weekly Farmers Market (June 26-September 25/3-6 p.m.) held on the Southington Town Green. \nThere is no fee for participation. \nSpace is limited on a first-come first-secured basis. \nSpace may be reserved by securing one of the weekly tickets below. Please include the Contact information for the person that will be working the booth for your company. \nPlease only sign up for one week.\nIf you need assistance call the Chamber office at 860.628.8036. \nParticipants must pick up the table and Chamber logo cloth at the Chamber on Thursday the day prior to the event\, or make arrangements for the table to be left outside the Chamber door for Friday. All items must be returned to the Chamber the same day as the event. \nPlease take pictures of your staff at the table with your company logo and the Chamber logo visible. \nBusiness will be give copies of the 2026 Southington Business Directory to distribute to the public. \nBusinesses may use the space to share literature and materials\, conduct assessments and evaluations\, collect data and or business cards\, handout novelties\, offer a chance at a door prize\, BUT MAY NOT SELL ANYTHING AT THE BOOTH. \nBooths must be set up by 2:30 and staffed from 3-6 p.m. \nThis is an EXCLUSIVE CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS BENEFIT.\nPlease do not reserve a space if you are not a Chamber member. Call 860.628.8036 to apply for membership. \nPLEASE NOTE: Your space is not officially reserved until you receive a confirmation from the Chamber office\, and make arrangements to pick up materials. \nIf there is a 0 under capacity\, it means this week is spoken for by another company. \nChoose a week from the ‘Available’ column. \nPLEASE ONLY CHOOSE ONE WEEK PER BUSINESS
URL:https://www.southingtonchamber.com/event/2026-farmers-market-chamber-member-booth-sign-ups/
CATEGORIES:Committees & Programs,Community Event,Health and Wellness,Networking,program
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