There’s lots going on in February

There’s plenty happening at the NW CT Chamber of Commerce, with opportunities to get involved, or learn something new. For information, go to nwctchamberofcommerce.org, or email Lauren@nwctchamberofcommerce.org.

Feb. 2: Small Business Council, 8 a.m. The Small Business Council has been established for the small business owner/manager – the decision makers – to discuss challenges, share solutions and work as a back-office consortium. Many small business owners have issues that they stumble upon throughout their workday that they may not have experience with – but another small business owner does. The Chamber’s Small Business Council is a resource for the owners and managers so they can keep their businesses running smoothly. This meeting is via Zoom. Email Lauren@nwctchamberofcommerce.org to receive the link.

Feb. 3: WOW Advisory Meeting, 8:30 a.m. The WOW Advisory Committee helps plan the annual WOW! Forum, a full day professional women's conference. To be added to the WOW Advisory Committee, email lauren@nwctchamberofcommerce.org. Feb. 4: Membership Committee Meeting, 8 a.m. Northwest Connecticut Chamber of Commerce’s Membership Committee is a group of dedicated individuals who assist the Chamber staff throughout the year. Under the Membership Committee umbrella, there are three distinct groups: Member Ambassadors, Hospitality and Community Representatives. To be added to the Membership Committee, email Lauren@nwctchamberofcommerce.org.

Feb. 4: Succession Planning Webinar, 9 a.m. As small and middle-market businesses continue to grapple with deep uncertainty surrounding public health and economic activity, the need to step back and evaluate their business succession plans has never been greater.

Presenters will provide both practical and legal guidance on some fundamental considerations for an effective succession plan, including: Business valuation; identifying potential successor owners and their priorities; economic vehicles and legal contracts to fortify an optimal succession; and relationships between business succession and personal estate planning, including tax efficiencies Presented by Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP This is a Zoom webinar and the link will be sent to those who are registered.