THE 2025 CHAMBER DIRECTORY IS COMING SOON!

Our annual directory is in the works and we need your help to ensure that every detail is correct. Please check your company's information by clicking here and then searching for your business. Email any corrections or updates to admin@westfieldbiz.org or call us at 413-568-1618. We will be emailing you a reminder as well!

Check your BOI Reporting Requirements

BOI reporting requirements continue to change, seemingly from one day to the next. Stay informed on the requirements by regularly visiting https://fincen.gov/boi for the latest updates.

BULK MAILING

We will be sending out a bulk mailing within the next few weeks. Get your business in front of all of our members with our mailer. Just drop off 250 copies of your flyer or promo piece and we'll do the rest. Call us at 413-568-1618 to hold your spot (spaces are limited). The cost to participate is $250.

SIGN UP TODAY FOR PENGUIN PLUNGE 2025

CHAMBER EVENTS IN JANUARY & FEBRUARY

We look forward to seeing you at one (or all) of our upcoming events!

• Tuesday, January 14 -- After 5 Connection at Shaker Farms Country Club, 5 pm
• Thursday, January 23 -- Morning Brew at Shortstop Bar & Grill, 8 am
• Wednesday, January 29 -- WE2BA Meeting at Westfield Tech Academy, 8 am
• Tuesday, February 11 -- After 5 Connection at Memories on Elm, 5 pm
• Wednesday, February 19 -- Mayor's Coffee Hour at Westfield River Elementary School, 8 am. Please note change in date from February 5.
• Thursday, February 27 -- Morning Brew at Shortstop Bar & Grill, 8 am

Register for these events at www.westfieldbiz.org/events

UNION CROSSING MERGES

Union Crossing Realty merged with TODAY Real Estate on January 1, 2025.

After almost 8 years of serving MA and CT, we are excited to enhance our services and continue assisting you with your real estate needs. Thank you for your unwavering support; we look forward to this new chapter together! TODAY Real Estate's new offices are located at Suite 245 in the MillWorks Co-Sharing Space, 77 Mill Street in Westfield. Union Crossing was founded by Greater Westfield Chamber Board of Directors member Karen Kopeski. Contact Karen at kkopeski@todayrealestate.com.

The Picklr Plans Soft Opening

The Picklr premium indoor pickleball courts are set to open later this month in the Westfield Shops. From January 18 through January 31, potential Picklr members and those who would like to learn more about pickleball are welcome to come play for free.

CHAMBER COMMITTEE OPENINGS

Would you like to have more input on Chamber happenings, initiatives, and growth? Let your voice be heard by joining a committee. Our BCAC (Business Community Affairs Committee), Marketing, Events, and Membership committees are always looking for members. Each committee meets once a month by Zoom, though we will be shifting some meetings to in-person at the Chamber office. Join us and make a difference! Email amanda@westfieldbiz.org for more info.

SCIENCE FAIR JUDGES NEEDED

We are excited to invite you to serve as a judge for Westfield's Science and Engineering Fair! Your expertise and insights would be invaluable in evaluating and celebrating our students' innovative projects.

Event Details:

· When: January 30, 2025

· Time: 7:45 AM – 1:00 PM

· Where: Westfield High School Gymnasium

As a judge, you'll use a provided rubric to score projects and engage with high school students as they present their experiments and findings.

To support you in this role:

· Morning training will be held before the fair.

· WPS staff members will be available throughout the event to address any questions or concerns.

For more information, please visit our website.

If you want to join us as a judge, kindly complete the Science Fair Judging Sign-up Form. Feel free to share this opportunity with colleagues who may also be interested.

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to fostering our students' passion for science and engineering. We hope to see you at the fair!

MassMEP OFFERS CONSORTIUM GRANT OVERVIEW AND OTHER RESOURCES AT INFO SESSION

We at MassMEP invite you to attend our upcoming Info Session on 1/29/2025 hosted at The Reed Institute in Westfield MA from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. This session will bring together industry experts and the Western Mass Manufacturing Ecosystem to discuss a Consortium Grant opportunity for 2025. Click the link below to register 

REGISTER HERE 

Not familiar with MEP? MEP, Manufacturing Extension Partnership is a public-private partnership with Centers in all 50 states, and Puerto Rico, dedicated to serving small and medium-sized manufacturers. Established in 1996, MassMEP is a private, non-profit (501c3) that partners with you to deliver services and solutions and connects you to the resources you need to be successful. Simply put, we are a resource for manufacturers across the state. We combine over 400 years of manufacturing experience along with an extensive group of industry partners to deliver training solutions for your organization. We’ve helped over 2,000 manufacturers in the state who on average see an 18:1 return on their investment. 

These are a few of the topics we’ll cover at the upcoming info session.  

·                 Supply Chain Optimization Resources for 2025 

·                 Innovative Growth Services – Automation and Additive Manufacturing 2025 

·                 Workforce – Alternative Solutions for Modern Manufacturing 

·                 Lean & Continuous Improvement – Reduce Waste & Improve Efficiency 

·                 Strategic & Succession Planning – Be Ready for Today and Tomorrow 

·                 Cybersecurity – CMMC for DoD Government Contracts and Non-DoD Suppliers 

·                 ISO – Programs Including Internal Auditor Training and Annual Audit Reviews 

·                 Safety – Assistance with Safety Programs & Documentation Review, Meeting Compliance Requirements 

What is a Manufacturing Consortium? 

A series of associated courses created to find solutions to various needs of manufacturers in a specific region. This consortium will provide manufacturers in Western Mass with an opportunity of expert driven training courses with a no or low-cash-flow obligation to your company! 

How is there no or minimal cash flow obligation? 

All training courses are funded by the Workforce Training Fund, which you’re already contributing to through unemployment tax contributions! Want to get a return on those contributions?? Here’s your opportunity. 

Is this something we do ourselves? 

MassMEP will complete the grant application on behalf of participating companies, submit the grant application to the state and provide all continuous improvement development with our in-house team of subject matter experts and our trusted partners.   

All you need to do is REGISTER NOW!  

REGISTER HERE 

CITY OF WESTFIELD REQUESTS FORM OF LIST COMPLETIONS

The City Assessor’s Office will be mailing a tax form – Form of List (State Tax Form 2) to all business owners in the City. The form is not a bill, but rather a survey seeking statements of personal property related to the operation of a business. Most small businesses do not get a tax bill related to the completion of Form of List; but in the absence of a completed form, the assessor’s office estimates property value, which may result in inaccurate data. It’s to the benefit of each business owner to complete the form for accuracy. Forms will be mailed January 1 and are due back March 1. The assessor welcomes calls and questions regarding completion of the Form of List.

Wellness Cruise with Pro Tour & Cruises

We're inviting amazing women to prioritize themselves and replenish their spirit by joining Kasie and Amber on the Norwegian Escape for our Wellness & Kindness Cruise to Bermuda from 9/24-29, 2025.

Over the course of six transformative days, you'll have the opportunity to connect with like-minded women while engaging in a thoughtfully curated schedule of inspiring activities. Embracing the "take what you need" philosophy, all activities are optional, empowering you to select what truly resonates with your needs. From Group Dinners to Sail-Away-Intentions, Yoga, Meditation, Sound Healing, Journaling, and 'Cocktails with Kindness,' our goal is to ensure you leave recharged, refocused, and ready to embrace your journey with renewed energy.



Monthly Payment Plan, Low Deposit - Pricing starts at $1185 per person for this amazing Deal!

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