Jazzy and judicious in June

Ralph Waldo Emerson said “Be an opener of Doors.” In reviewing the Chamber calendar for June, I cannot help but notice that June, filled with new, exciting initiatives mixed in with the favorites, will be jazzy and judicious and help you grow and succeed. Here are the highlights. Two have already happened but just wanted you aware of their significance and the impact because doors are always open to you.

Great Giveaway Business Showcase, June 1, 5-8 p.m. Chatterley’s Banquet Facility, 271 Pinewoods Road, Torrington. Over 40 businesses, 40 door prizes, giveaways, delicious food, jazzy music

Free admission, free parking, free food, great business contacts and fun.

Manufacturer’s Coalition – June 2nd – 8 a.m. An excellent tour with dedicated partners. BD, Route 7 & Grace Way, Canaan. Tour, roundtable discussion, outstanding companies participating.

Restaurant in the Spotlight – June 5 –5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Greenhouse Tavern & Café, 511 Spielman Highway, Burlington. Great restaurant, food, beverages – no admission. Meet new friends and business.

Technology Peer Group – June 19 – 8 a.m. Chamber of Commerce offices, 333 Kennedy Drive, Torrington. Organizational meeting; technology gurus needed.

New Member Breakfast – June 22 – 8:30 a.m., at the Chamber of Commerce offices, 333 Kennedy Drive, Torrington. Welcome new members and share business activities.

Business After Hours – June 22, 5 to 7 p.m., at Torrington Savings Bank, 260 Spielman Highway, Burlington. Festivities inside and outside under the tent, and new business contacts.

Business With Breakfast – June 27, 8 a.m. at Pursue the Clues, 733 East Main Street, Torrington.

New business that’s jazzy too; new best friends waiting to meet you!

Learn at Lunch – June 28, 12 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce offices, 333 Kennedy Drive, Torrington. Chamber, 333 Kennedy Drive, Torrington. Yet another new initiative: Social Media 101 for your business.

Summer Learning Series – June 29th – 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce offices, 333 Kennedy Drive, Torrington. Topics: Strategies to increase leads and customers; and Power prospectin

Celebration of Success – June 29, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Come and celebrate these outstanding leaders at Chatterley’s Banquet Facility, 371 Pinewoods Road, Torrington.

Distinguished Leadership Awards: Tim and Susan Cook, Business Leaders, Ken Merz, Community Leader, McCall Center for Behavioral Health, Quality of Life Award

We have taken the initiative, based on much input from you, to create an array of activities and events that bring value to you. We look forward to a Jazzy & Judicious month of June. Please join us.

JoAnn Ryan is President & CEO of the Northwest Connecticut Chamber of Commerce. You can reach her by email: joann@ nwctchamberofcommerce.org or phone: 860-482-6586.