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The time for tomorrow's Holiday Party has been corrected.
We look forward to gathering at the Hawthorne Hotel
from 5 to 7 p.m. Hope to see you there!
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Signature Event
TOMORROW: ANNUAL CHAMBER HOLIDAY GATHERING
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Celebrate the season at the Chamber's annual Holiday Party. Plentiful appetizers, a cash bar, and festive music will be sure to get everyone in the holiday spirit.
THRIVE will be collecting small gifts for local seniors in need. Donations of socks, gloves and scarves are welcome. Gift cards are also a wonderful donation. These will be distributed at a holiday party for senior residents of Turtle Woods, a low-income property owned by Harborlight Homes.
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Wednesday, Dec. 3
5 to 7 p.m.
Hawthorne Hotel, Salem
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Chamber News
JANUARY BREAKFAST FORUM: SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
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The January Business Insight Breakfast Forum will bring together educational leaders from around the North Shore for an engaging dialogue on higher education and adult education. Join us to learn how local institutions are preparing the future workforce.
Hear from John Keenan, President, Salem State University; Allison Dolan-Wilson, Vice President, Institutional Advancement, Northern Essex Community College; Bill Heineman, President, North Shore Community College; and Heidi Riccio, Superintendent-Director, Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School.
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WEDNESDAY, JAN. 7
7:15 to 9 AM
Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School, Alumni Gymnasium, Danvers
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Save the date for a THRIVE Signature Luncheon on Thursday, Jan. 22, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Boston Marriott Peabody.
"Styled For Success: Crafting a Confident Professional Image” will feature keynote speaker Aricia Symes, founder and master stylist at Unfoldid.
Striking the right balance between professionalism and personal style boosts confidence and sets you apart. Aricia Symes will offer hands-on fashion advice for today’s working woman.
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Lunch & Learn
Wednesday, Dec. 10
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Chamber's Education Center, Beverly
Featured guest will be Wendy Hultmark who brings over 20 years of HR leadership experience and will explain how to make performance reviews productive and growth-oriented.
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Learn practical tips for highlighting accomplishments, receiving feedback, and keeping the focus on development. With thoughtful preparation, review season can be an opportunity to reflect, reset and plan for the year ahead—with confidence and positivity.
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Holiday Party Volunteers Needed
Thursday, Dec. 18
2 to 4 p.m.
Turtle Woods,
401 Essex St., Beverly
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Emerging Leaders and the THRIVE initiative will host a Holiday Party to celebrate the season with festive treats, cheerful music, and plenty of good company — all while giving back to some very special neighbors in our community, the residents of Turtle Woods.
Add your name to the list of volunteers by clicking below.
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Member News
SEVEN MCLANE MIDDLETON ATTORNEYS NAMED 'TOP LAWYERS'
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McLane Middleton is pleased to announce that seven of its attorneys were included in Boston Magazine’s Top Lawyers of 2025.
The fifth annual list of best lawyers in the region were chosen by peer-selection process.
McLane Middleton attorneys included in the list are Jesse S. Angeley, Cristina Coletta Blau, John D. Colucci, Shiva Karimi, Kimberly A. Kramer, Joel B. Sherman and John F. Weaver.
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Business News
FREE 'BUSINESS FRONT DOOR' PROGRAM WEBINAR
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The Enterprise Center at Salem State University will present a free webinar tomorrow, Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 9 to 10 a.m. Co-sponsored by the North Shore Chamber of Commerce, this webinar will explore the Commonwealth's Business Front Door program where you can connect to the latest and most relevant resources available for businesses looking to start, grow, or relocate to Massachusetts.
Whether you are a well-established business in the state or considering moving or starting a business here, the Business Front Door is the state’s newest platform to receive the most up-to-date and relevant information about the state’s resources for businesses.
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Mark your calendar for these Signature Chamber events.
Dec 3 - Annual Chamber Holiday Party, Hawthorne Hotel
Jan 7 - Spotlight on Education Breakfast, Essex NS Technical HS
Jan 22 - THRIVE Signature Luncheon, Boston Marriott Peabody
March 19 - 2026 Business Expo, Boston Marriott Peabody
May 14 - 2026 Honor Scholars Dinner & Program, DoubleTree, Danvers
June 18 - 2026 THRIVE Summit, Boston Marriott Peabody
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To learn about sponsorship opportunities for the weekly e-newsletter, contact Cheryl Begin at cheryl.begin@northshorechamber.org. | | |
WE VALUE OUR MEMBERS
Please contact Karen Andreas, President and CEO of the North Shore Chamber of Commerce, or any staff member if we can assist with your business needs. Email karen.andreas@northshorechamber.org.
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