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Biedak & Finlay Law, PLLC
Braver Technology Solutions, LLC
Brewster Ambulance Service
Bridgewater State University
C & S Insurance
Compass Self Storage
Crystal Springs, Inc.
DeAvila's Catering
Dighton-Rehoboth Animal Hospital
Dorsey, Jim & Son, Inc.
Electrochem
Emond Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Exodus Experience
Gordon Food Service
Home Plate/Bay Street Grill
Lima's Garage
Luka B Signs
M.D. Cabinetry, Inc.
MassHire Bristol Workforce Board
Matos Home Team Inc.
Maxon Precision Motors, Inc.
MBL Land Development & Permitting, Corp.
Old Colony History Museum
Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen
Pine Hill Estates, Inc.
Prophett Law Office, LLC
Quality Inn - Raynham
Realtor Association of Southeastern Massachusetts
Route 44 Auto Group
Soares Sanitation Pumping, Inc.
SS Service Corporation
City of Taunton
Tux Towne & Men's Fine Clothing
Webster Bank
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We are thrilled to welcome our newest member, the Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority (GATRA).
They provide comprehensive affordable public transportation services to meet the mobility needs of people throughout 29 member communities in southeastern Massachusetts, from Plymouth to Franklin! GATRA services include fixed route bus service, demand response (Dial-A-Ride) service for persons with a disability and seniors, and on-demand microtransit service.
Give them a call at 800-483-2500 or scan the QR code to learn more about their schedules, updates, and more!
Welcome to the TACC family, GATRA! We’re so excited to have you in our Chamber!
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & Grand Opening at Malis | |
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Join us as we celebrate our fabulous new offices… and you, our TACC members… at our Open House & Member Appreciation Day on Thursday, September 8th.
The ribbon cutting ceremony is at Noon but feel free to stop by anytime between 12 and 6 p.m. to receive a gift of appreciation and delicious refreshments provided by our members… and take a free spin of our prize wheel! All the fun takes place at the TACC, 170 Dean St. in Taunton (parking is located behind the building). Not yet a member of the TACC? Join that day, or any day that week, and receive 3 months free!
Please register below if you plan to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Noon.
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Everyone’s a winner when you donate a small gift card, discount coupon and/or company swag (no item too small!) to the Prize Wheel for our Open House and Member Appreciation Day on September 8th. The spinner gets a prize, and your business gets the exposure! If you have something to donate, please contact Lisa at info@tauntonareachamber.org. | |
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Think about the leaders you look up to – they can make leadership look so easy, but it isn’t. We live in a world where most employees are promoted based on their functional expertise but then are often expected in their new role to manage and ultimately lead others. Are these folks naturally good managers or leaders? What is the difference between leadership and management?
Have you ever wondered?
• Other than my title, why should people follow me?
• What do smart leaders do?
• What is the best leadership style?
• Does genetics play a role in leadership – what influence do I have over this?
• How does emotional intelligence play a role?
Come and join us to discuss some of these mysteries.
David Meyerovitz is one of the top Bristol Community College corporate instructors on our Business Solutions and Partnerships team. He will lead this session for the TACC HR Group, which is intended to be informative and interactive. Register below.
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The TACC is pleased to once again host Jay Pateakos, VP of Business Development for MassDevelopment, in our offices for monthly drop-in hours! No appointment necessary!
Stop by the Chamber's new office at 170 Dean Street, Taunton, on Tuesday, September 6th from 10:00 – 12:00 p.m., and chat with Jay to see how MassDevelopment may be able to assist your business! Contact Jay directly if you're unable to make it that day.
MassDevelopment, the state’s finance and development agency, works with businesses, nonprofits, banks, and communities to stimulate economic growth. Their bond financing programs offer a cost-effective w ay for companies to finance capital projects, new equipment purchases, and facility expansions. They also provide loans and guarantees to help grow your operations, and development assistance for early-stage projects.
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Limited sponsorship opportunities are still available for our popular Oktoberfest event!
Sponsorships:
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Event Sponsors – SOLD! The Lopes Companies & Morton Hospital
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Cornhole Sponsors – SOLD! Taunton Federal Credit Union & Bristol Community College
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Entertainment Sponsor $500 - (1 available)
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Pint Sponsors $500 (1 available)
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Steinholding Contest Sponsors $250 (2 available)
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Yodeling Contest Sponsors $250 (2 available)
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Beer Garden Sponsors $150
Contact Kris for more information about Oktoberfest sponsorships.
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SBA MPP Presents: Joint Venture Roundtable
Are you a small business owner in the federal government marketplace? Join SBA's Mentor-Protégé Program Community of Practice webinar on September 15, to learn about joint ventures, how to meet your business development needs & avoid protests, and much more. Learn more and register here.
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New England Regional Lender Training
U.S. Small Business Administration, SEED Corporation, and RISCPA/RI Business Forum are
partnering to bring back an in-person SBA 504 and 7A Training on Tuesday, September 27th from 7:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. in Middletown , RI . Topics covered will include all the latest SOP updates, lending practices, mechanics, and benefits to the SBA 504 and 7A programs, franchises changes, environmental reviews, SBA liquidation/servicing, EIDL subordinations, historic property certifications, and much more! Commercial lenders, accountants, realtors, and economic development officials are encouraged to attend. Learn more.
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New Pilot Program to Bolster Cybersecurity Infrastructure for Small Businesses
Cybersecurity is increasingly critical for small businesses as they face rising challenges and risks that could disrupt their operations. This week, SBA announced funding for three state delegates to help emerging small businesses develop cybersecurity infrastructure. Read more.
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Using Existing FB Groups to Grow Your Business
If your town is like most, there are several Facebook groups that have formed around living, working, and/or playing in your area. Facebook groups are an excellent way to grow your business. Here are a few ways to do this in an existing group.
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Get an update on city happenings and have your questions answered during this Q&A with Taunton Mayor Shaunna O’Connell and Economic Development Director Bill Roth. This session is sponsored by BankFive. Submit questions or topics for discussion in advance here. Register below to attend this virtual meeting.
Sponsor the Next Quarterly Q&A!
You could sponsor the next Quarterly Q&A for only $200! Contact Lisa for more info. | |
THIS EVENT IS ONLY FOR BERKLEY & DIGHTON BUSINESS OWNERS AND THOSE CONSIDERING OPENING A BUSINESS IN ONE OF THESE TOWNS. | |
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Join us for a lively Oktoberfest celebration on Wednesday, September 28th! Our festivities will be held at Berkley Beer Company where we will have the entire restaurant to ourselves! Come by between 5:00 and 8:00 p.m. and enjoy their beautiful outdoor patio area complete with cornhole, giant Jenga and Connect Four! All attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a door prize!
Ticket prices: $30 for members; $35 for non-members
Ticket includes: pizza, appetizers, a pint of beer, live entertainment, lawn games and socializing!
Last year this event sold out!
Register below to attend, this will admit you to the event, no physical tickets will be distributed.
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SCORE SE MA and the Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) will co-host a 2-part DEI training session for members of TACC and SCORE. Diversity and Human Resources Consultant Lisa Harrison will facilitate the workshop titled Challenging Unconscious Bias and Moving Toward Racial Equity. Topics will include “Challenging your Unconscious Bias”, “Moving from Microinequities to Microaffirmations”; and “Bringing Racial Equity into the Workplace.”
There are 15 spots for TACC members - exclusively small business (25 or fewer employees) owners and managers.
The workshop will be held in the Margaret Stone Conference Room at Morton Hospital in Taunton, on September 30th and October 6th from 8:30 – 11:30AM. The registration fee is $50 and is reimbursable if registrants attend both sessions. A certificate of completion will be given to participants who attend both sessions.
Register online below.
For more information, contact Lisa at the the Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce at info@tauntonareachamber.org.
Workshop Presenter: LISA M. HARRISON
Lisa Harrison is a consultant who has been working in the public and private sector for over 20 years. Lisa develops and delivers in-person training as well as virtual trainings, custom eLearning, and creating strategic plans. The focus of Lisa’s work has been on diversity and inclusion and how to make organizations become more inclusive and value the diversity of employees, customers, and students. Lisa holds a BA from Simmons University and an MBA from the Simmons School of Management.
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Promotions at Mechanics Cooperative Bank
The Mechanics Cooperative Bank Board of Directors and Executive Leadership Team are pleased to announce the promotion of Thomas Steele to Senior Vice President, Chief Technology Officer and the promotion of Delfina A. Laranjo to Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Treasurer.
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Engayge Halloween Costume Party and Fundraiser!
One of TACC's newest members, Engayge is hosting a Halloween Fundraiser and Costume Party on October 14th from 6-9:30PM at Club Cafe in Boston! This is a non-profit event under a 501(c)3, and all donations and/or sponsorships are tax deductible!
The event includes:
• Entertainment:
- 2-3 Stand-Up Comedian acts (including Co-Founder Jamie G.)
- 3 Drag Performers
• Passed hors d'oeuvres
• Cash Bar
• Silent Auction
• 50/50 Raffle
• Gift Basket Raffle
• Costume Contest
Click here to purchase tickets.
LOOKING TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS?
Sponsorship opportunities are available with varying perks/benefits, that can help get your business more visibility within the LGBTQ+ community, as a "Queer-Friendly" business.
NOT AVAILABLE THAT EVENING BUT WANT TO MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION FOR THE SILENT AUCTION?
A large portion of the attendees will be from the Taunton area, therefore donations of gift certificates or something pertaining to your business would be a great addition! The more creative the better! If you need help with some ideas or would like to discuss a donation, please reach out to Jamie and Rudy from Engayge at: info@engayge.us.
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Last chance to catch a Downtown Summer Concert!
Kick off your Labor Day Weekend with the Downtown Salsa Night this Friday, September2nd ! The event will include festive lighting, Salsa music, dancing and food for purchase by Los Jefes Comida.
Food starting at 6 pm, music 7 - 9 pm.
Representatives from Paris Academy of Ballroom Dancing will be onsite, so get your dancing shoes on and join us for a spicy hot night of Salsa fun!
Sabor Picante features some of Boston's best Latin musicians playing Salsa the way true
salseros want to hear it...and dance to it. Sitting still is not an option!
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Town of Dighton Appoints Sirena Amaral as New Town Accountant
The Dighton Board of Selectmen, together with Town Administrator Michael Mullen, Jr., is pleased to announce that Sirena Amaral has been named Dighton’s new Town Accountant. Read more.
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Help For Your Small Business
Let SCORE business advisors help you navigate the SBA Debt Relief Programs or the start-up and growth of your small business. All services are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL. If you are an existing SCORE client, please send an email to your SCORE counselor to schedule a phone call or Zoom conference. If you are new to SCORE, please complete the Request a Mentor form and someone from SCORE will contact you via email to schedule an appointment with an advisor. Sign up for SCORE webinars here. View upcoming webinars here.
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Business Planning The Simpler Way
Wed, Sept. 7 | 12:00 PM
This workshop will explore a simplified means of business and strategic planning through the use of Business Model Canvas.
Register here.
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Tax Preparation for the Self-Employed
Wed, Sept. 14 | 12:00 PM
This is an overview of Schedule C tax return preparation basics. Good practices including record retention policies will be covered. We will walk through the sections on the Schedule C (Profit and Loss From Business) and how it relates to the rest of the tax return. Expenses will be explained and a few specific expenses – auto use, home office and meals - will be described in detail. Deductions of benefit to self-employed people will be addressed. Lastly, there will be discussion of estimates.
Join SEMA SCORE for Tax Preparation for the Self-Employed. Key takeaways you can expect:
· How to prepare throughout the year for tax time so you are not in a crunch
· How you are taxed as a Self-Employed person
· Knowledge of the options for writing off expenses
· An understanding of what deductions are available
Presenter: Sheila May, May Tax Services, Inc.
Register here.
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SCORE’s Small Business Resilience program
This year, during an unprecedented national health crisis, small businesses needed help more than ever before. In order to support these business owners when they needed it most, the SCORE Foundation provided funding for SCORE’s Small Business Resilience program. This platform allowed SCORE to pivot their mentoring and educational services onto virtual platforms, where clients could easily access the pandemic-related information, guidance and resources they needed to survive and thrive. Learn more here. | |
Volunteer At SCORE
Are you looking for ways to help your small business community? Would you like to grow your network or develop professionally? As a SCORE volunteer, you get it all!
Join the SCORE network of 10,000 volunteers. SCORE relies on volunteers to help small business around the country thrive.
Interested? Visit the volunteer web page to find about the many benefits of volunteering and the right opportunity for you! | |
Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce, 170 Dean Street, Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 824-4068
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