We're Not Just a Chamber of Commerce;
We're a Chamber of Connections
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Welcome New Member
East Coast Renewable Energy
East Coast Renewable Energy, LLC (ECR) was created to offer what the big companies offer, but with better pricing. You might ask how they can offer better pricing. Simply put, they don’t have the overhead that the big companies have. Most importantly, they work hand-in-hand with their customers, so their customers are not a number but rather a member of their business. Owner Nicholas Valorie is always accessible to speak with his customers and review options.
East Coast Renewable Energy offers the following products:
- Battery Storage
- Car Charging
- Community solar
- Negotiated Supply Rates
- Solar Installation
Their mission is to educate their customers about what is available. They will educate you on what is available, but make sure you circle back as their pricing should beat everyone else’s pricing.
ECR has saving opportunities for public entities, municipalities, business owners, homeowners, and renters. Anyone who pays an electric bill** can save money with ECR. ECR savings are based on electricity costs; however, they do have channel partners who can offer other savings to customers. Contact them to ask how they can help in other areas.
Everything ECR proposes to customers is 100 percent at no cost or obligation to review. When you opt into most products, there is no cost; however, some products do have out-of-pocket expenses.
** Saving money on your electric bill is based on whether the utility company you have participates in the renewable energy programs.
Welcome to the chamber East Coast Renewable Energy. We hope to see you at upcoming events.
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Meet URCC Board Secretary
Rebecca Marshall-Howarth
We would like to introduce you to URCC Board current Secretary and past President Rebecca Marshall-Howarth. Rebecca owns The Last Word, a full-service marketing communications services company that helps both small and large companies effectively communicate their value to their customers.
For small business, The Last Word works as an “as needed” marketing communications department, providing writing, editing, and proofreading while working with a network of seasoned professionals to design and print or post marketing materials. For larger businesses, The Last Word extends existing staffs during overload times, adding that oh so important “extra set of eyes.” For all customers, Rebecca brings a fresh perspective on a company’s communications efforts and a wealth of experience gleaned from her 30-year career.
Now that Rebecca works locally instead of taking the train into Boston every day, she volunteers in the chamber office three days each week. She creates the chamber’s weekly eNewsletter and helps with correspondence. This is right up her alley, since she is The Last Word. Rebecca offers discounts for chamber members and will review your website at no cost to assure that it is written perfectly.
Photography courtesy of the Sun-Chronicle.
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Mark Your Calendars for Our Upcoming Events
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Join Us as We Cut the Ribbon for New Member Stretch Lab
Friday, December 8; 4:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting
Stretch Lab
84 Taunton Street, Unit 3
Plainville
Wednesday, December 13, 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Extreme Networking
Springhill Suites/TownPlace Suites
65 Ledgeview Way
Wrentham
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Wednesday, December 27, 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Extreme Networking
Springhill Suites/TownPlace Suites
65 Ledgeview Way
Wrentham
Host an Alive After Five Networking Event
in 2024
Interested in getting your name out there or generating more business connections? Consider hosting an Alive After Five with the Chamber in 2024! We'd love to help you
network with local business professionals at your place of business.
Hosting an Alive After Five event gives you the opportunity to open your doors to fellow Chamber members and showcase your business and services. You supply the light refreshments, and we'll invite the guests.
Contact URCC President Jack Lank at jack@unitedregionalchamber.org to schedule an event.
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Check Out Our Job Board
Our Job Board, an exclusive benefit for our member companies, is a valuable tool for hiring managers looking to attract and find new talent. Recently, we posted jobs available at URCC member KARL STORZ Endoscopy.
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Send your job postings to us and we'll add the information to our Job Board.
And for the past couple of months, we have been offering a new service. Each week, we'll post new job listings on our Facebook page.
Your posting will be seen by many potential job candidates.
Send your job postings to jack@unitedregionalchamber.org.
We're looking forward to helping you fill your open positions.
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The MSBDC Invites You to a Webinar
The MSBDC would like to extend an invitation to our members to attend the "SBA's Managing Your EIDL Loan" webinar on Thursday, December 7.
Many of you may have received EIDL funds after the COVID-19 pandemic to help rebuild your business. Dan Martiniello, Lender Relations Specialist from the SBA Massachusetts District Office, will discuss the most up-to-date information on how to monitor the status of your COVID-19 EIDL, make payments, and request servicing actions, as well as other helpful tips.
We hope you will be able to view this informative webinar.
Register using this link: https://bit.ly/ManageYourEIDLoan
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The New Sportsbook, The Loft, the Revolution Lounge, Entertainment, and, of Course, Slots and Table Games
Wow!
If you're looking for excitement and winning at a New England casino, URCC Chairman's Circle member Plainridge Park Casino, the hometown casino, is for you. You can play at over 1,200 slots or electronic table games, enjoy live local entertainment, choose from seven outstanding dining outlets, or hold your meeting or reception at one of their event venues. And they simulcast horse races around the country. You'll find an exciting experience and hometown hospitality every time you visit.
Plainridge Park Casino is proud of its PENN Heroes program and is excited to keep growing. The PENN Heroes rewards program gives our nation’s active-duty military, veterans and first responders access to special discounts, promotions, and events. It’s PENN National's way to offer thanks for their commitment to our country and communities.
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Check out all the dining options here.
You can make reservations on the Plainridge Park Casino home page.
The sportsbook you've been craving is here - and it's about to change the game day scene forever. At Plainridge Park Casino's new Sportsbook Bar and Restaurant, every play is intensified by pure adrenaline. With a massive 49-foot video wall delivering action in crystal clarity, you'll feel like you're on the field surrounded by giants. Their jumbotron is unmatched. It is the largest indoor restaurant display in all New England!
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The Loft features a wide variety of entertainment from stand-up comedians and comic hypnotists to live swing bands and musicians. Looking for an intimate night out? Come to The Loft and see what everyone is talking about.
Friday and Saturday nights from 8:00 p.m. to midnight, the Revolution Lounge features the area's best live bands and DJs. Whether you want to dance the night away or relax and hang out with friends, the Revolution Lounge is a great place to unwind after a long week. Best of all, all shows at the Revolution Lounge are completely FREE with no cover charge. No ticket or reservation required!
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Here's the lineup for the Revolution Lounge for the rest of the year.
- Friday, December 8: Front & Center
- Saturday, December 9: Be Kind Rewind
- Friday, December 15: Mugsy
- Saturday, December 16: Thirty 6 Red
- Friday, December 22: Petty Larceny
- Saturday, December 23: Northeast Groove
- Friday, December 29: Swipe Right
- Saturday, December 30: Cover Story Band
- Sunday, December 31: Silver Arrow Band
The Revolution Lounge's hours are 11:00 a.m. - 12:45 a.m. daily
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URCC Corporate Partner
An Unlikely Story
Visit their home page for upcoming events.
An Unlikely Story
111 South Street
Plainville
(508) 699-0244
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Shop and Sip Nights
December 7, 14, and 21
The staff at An Unlikely Story is so excited to announce that they will be hosting three Shop and Sip nights this December! On December 7, 14, and 21, the store will be open until 9:30 p.m. to assure that everyone has time to get their holiday shopping done. They will have beer, wine, and soft drinks available for purchase in their Holiday Market starting at 6:00 p.m., and their cafe will be open for hot beverages and snacks to enjoy while you shop!
No reservations required, just come in to shop and sip to your heart's content!
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Sign up for their weekly enewsletter on their home page.
Check out their Staff Picks section and take advantage of the expertise of their amazing booksellers.
Be sure to visit the Unlikely Café for a hot chocolate or delicious hot soup!
Café: 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily
Kitchen: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. daily
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Massachusetts Small Business Development Center
Meetings Conducted via Phone and Conference Call
Call 508-673-9783 for a virtual appointment
The MSBDC is committed to helping your business succeed in Massachusetts. They provide free, confidential, one-to-one business assistance, and free or low-cost educational training programs to prospective and existing small businesses throughout the Commonwealth. The MSBDC fosters the start, growth, and sustainability of small business by providing high-quality, in-depth advising, training, and capital access.
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JOIN US
URCC MONTHLY MEETINGS
Our Extreme Networking group, hosted by Marcie Rappa of URCC member Better Living Real Estate, meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., at member Springhill Suites/Townplace Suites in Wrentham. This exclusive group focuses on providing referrals so only one person from each profession is invited to attend.
Executive Express-O, hosted by URCC Chairman of the Board Josh Vanada, meets in our office the first Wednesday of every month.
Small Business Advising with the Small Business Administration is available remotely.
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