Economic survey, summit planned

The Chamber is collaborating with CBIA to produce an important publication– the 2018 Economic Survey of Northwest Connecticut. Its purpose is to provide insights into how businesses in our region are faring and their plans for the future.

Areas that will be included are economic priorities, business conditions, pressing business needs, demographics, energy issues, healthcare, manufacturing, workforce needs and overall business outlook.

Be sure to participate in the survey that will be distributed this month via email. Results will be examined and printed in the publication that will be circulated throughout the region and state to be utilized as a resource and marketing tool.

The Economic Summit will be held on Thursday, Nov. 15, 7:30 to 9:30am at The Torrington Country Club. Donald KlepperSmith and Peter Gioia, highly respected economists will be the keynote speakers. Register online at nwctchamberofcommerce.org/calendar. Tickets are $40 pp/members and $60 pp/non-members.

Chamber Travel Program: 2019 Trips Announced

Last Call for Portugal! The Chamber is traveling to Portugal Nov. 2-10. Travelers will enjoy 9 days and 7 nights exploring Portugal’s hidden treasures. Some of the highlights will be historic & colorful Lisbon, old-world neighborhoods of Alfama and Belem, UNESCO World Heritage Jeronimos Monastery & Belem Tower, a traditional Fado show, the historic towns of Sintra and Obidos, the world famous shrine of Fatima, picturesque fisherman’s villages and charming coastal towns, and so much more. The trip includes round trip airfare from JFK, 10 meals including 7 buffet breakfasts and 3 dinners, sightseeing, including a local guide and all entrance fees, a professional tour director, deluxe motor coaches and baggage handling and transfers. The price per person is $2,849.

In 2019, the Chamber will travel to Greece and the Scandinavian Capitals. Experience 9 days and 7 nights (April 6-14) in Greece, the land of gods and heroes. The Peloponnese is home to an extraordinary collection of archeological sites as well as stunning mountainous scenery and charming villages where a traditional way of life has remained unchanged for centuries.

On this splendid cultural journey, trace 5,000 years of Greek history while exploring the country’s archeological treasures. Walk in the footsteps of Socrates on the Acropolis and examine artifacts of Athens’ Golden Age at the outstanding Acropolis Museum, sail through the scenic Corinth canal, and enjoy the insights of the local guest speaker on the contemporary Greek economic and social scene. Includes hotels, meals, day trips and airfare from JFK. There is also an optional extension to Santorini. Sign up before Oct. 26 for the early bird special price of $2,849 and a free Delhi tour.

Travel to Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm Sept, 9-16 on the Chamber’s trip to the Scandinavian Capitals. We invite you to join us on our exploration of Scandinavia’s smart, modern cities and untamed natural beauty of the north.

We start our journey in Copenhagen, a city that offers a perfect mix of playful spirit to stunning architectural design, from the royal castles to the pretty canals, and uniquely shaped brick buildings. Oslo, a city that grew from sprawling country town into the sophisticated metropolis it is today. Surrounded by vast archipelago, Stockholm is a true Nordic beauty, where modern city shines next to the historic old town. Helsinki, one of Europe’s most handsome and captivating cities, whose very shape and style was modelled on its powerful neighbor’s former capital, St. Petersburg. The trip is 8 days, 6 nights and includes hotels, meals, day trips and airfare from JFK. Sign up before March 29 for the early bird special price of $3,399.

For more information about the Chamber’s upcoming trips, visit our website at http://nwctchamberofcommerce.org/eventsprograms/chamber-travelprogram/ or call the Chamber at 860-482-6586.