Business in brief
EMPLOYMENT
Waterford native Emily Casey was recently named partner at the New London-based Law Firm of Tobin, Carberry, O’Malley, Riley, and Selinger. She joined the firm in 2013 where she’s worked primarily in the health care law section. Casey received her J.D. from DePaul University College of Law in 2012. She can be reached at (860) 447-0335.
Freddy Plaku has joined
Randall, Realtors in its East Lyme office. For more information, visist www.freddyplaku. randallrealtors.com/. In addition, Morgan-Kate McLaughlin has joined the Westerly office. For more information, visit www.morgankatemclaughlin.randallrealtors.com./
WORKSHOPS SCORE:
“The Three-Page Business Plan,” sponsored by Liberty Bank, presenter Eric Munro, Wednesday, March 24, 2–3:30 p.m., Zoom.
“Fundamentals for Starting Your Business Session #1: What’s the Big Idea?”, sponsored by People’s United Bank, Tuesday, March 30, 5:30-7 p.m., Zoom.
“Fundamentals for Starting Your Business Session #2: Customers & Competition,” Tuesday, April 6, 5:30-7 p.m., Zoom.
“Fundamentals for Starting Your Business, Session #3: Marketing & Sales Basics,” Tuesday, April 13, 5:30-7 p.m., Zoom.
Contact for questions/info: Anne Driscoll, anne.driscoll@scorevolunteer.org.
NETWORKING
The Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce is offering a Virtual Speed Networking event on Wednesday, April 14, from 5:15-6:30 pm. The program is free for members, $15 for non-members and pre-registration is required. Call (401) 596-7761 for more information.
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT
will host a Business After Hours: Virtual Networking with the Chamber on Monday, March 22, 4-5 p.m. Members attend free courtesy of our Regional Benefactors, nonmembers $10. To register or learn more, visit www.ChamberECT.com/events or call (860) 701-9113.
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT
will host a webinar with Access Health CT and Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz on Monday, March 22, 11 a.m.–noon. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Visit www.ChamberECT.com/events or call (860) 701-9113.
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT
will host a webinar providing updates on federal Paycheck Protection Program loans on Tuesday, March 23, 10-11 a.m. Chelsea Groton Bank EVP, Chief Operating Officer Tony Joyce will discuss the PPP process, application, forgiveness and second draw. PPP applications close on March 31. To register or learn more, visit www. ChamberECT.com/events or call (860) 701-9113.
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT will host a virtual Business Breakfast with Gov. Ned Lamont on Wednesday, April 7, 9–10 a.m. Registration is $10 for members, $20 for nonmembers. To learn more or register, visit www.ChamberECT.com/events or call (860) 701-9113.
EVENTS
The Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce will bring back its “Sunday Funday” series each Sunday on High Street in downtown Westerly from April 18 – May 16 from noon to 8 p.m. The event offers three live bands each day, shopping, dining and beverage specials in the outdoor market, which is closed to vehicles. Various pop-up artists and retail booths participate each week. Free admission, masks required to enter and social distancing rules apply. For more information, contact Lkonicki@oceanchamber.org.
GIVING
People’s United Community Foundation has awarded $4,000 to The Arc Eastern Connecticut to assist with its portion of the Communication and Connectedness Crisis Project for People with Disabilities. To learn more about The Arc Eastern Connecticut and its programs throughout the region, and for weekly agency updates and resources during the COVID-19 pandemic, visit www.TheArcECT.org or contact Denise Tift at (860) 889-4435, ext. 116.
MEMBERSHIP
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT welcomes its newest members: Ashley Johnson Agency, American National insurance, West Greenwich, R.I; and Holiday Inn - New London. Visit www. ChamberECT.com to discover a full Chamber member directory.