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JANUARY BREAKFAST FORUM: SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION

FINANCIAL WELLNESS SERIES KICKS OFF

Join the North Shore Chamber’s Emerging Leaders group for a light lunch and presentation, "Smart Starts: Budgeting, Debt Management and Loans" with Jackson Gallant of Ledgewood Financial and Jordi Bakovic of TQM Wealth Partners.

Get tips on effective strategies for creating a budget, managing student loans, credit cards, car loans and other common types of debt for young professionals.

"Money Smart: Building Your Future" Series Kick Off

TUESDAY, JAN. 13

11:30 AM to 1 PM

Chamber's Education Center

Beverly

This Lunch & Learn is Part 1 of a four-part Financial Wellness Series for young professionals.

AFTER HOURS NETWORKING AT KINGS

Join the Chamber's Emerging Leaders group at Kings, Market Street, Lynnfield, for a fun networking event tailored to young professionals.

Connect with other business professionals, exchange business cards, and make valuable connections.

Kings will provide small bites and free bowling, and there will be a cash bar. 

THURSDAY, JAN. 22

5 to 7 PM

FREE for Emerging Leaders!

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THRIVE Signature Luncheon

Don't miss the next 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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Chamber Event

SMALL BUSINESS COUNCIL: "NEGOTIATING WITH CONFIDENCE"

The January meeting of the Chamber's Small Business Council will feature "Negotiating with Confidence: Tools, Tactics and Timing," with special guest Mary Anne Clancy, Senior Vice President of Communications at Institution for Savings.

This workshop will break down proven tools, smart tactics and the importance of timing to preserve relationships while achieving better outcomes in business and beyond.

TUESDAY, JAN. 6

8 - 9 AM

Chamber Education Center, Beverly

Attendance is FREE for Chamber members; $25 all others. Registration required.

Member News

MCLANE MIDDLETON WELCOMES SARAH MCLAUGHLIN

The law firm of McLane Middleton recently welcomed attorney Sarah E. McLaughlin to its staff. 

Sarah is an associate in the firm’s Litigation Department, supporting clients in matters ranging from complex litigation to mediation and arbitration, working closely with individuals, organizations, and businesses to develop strategies that protect their interests and resolve disputes effectively.

Sarah received her J.D. from Suffolk University Law School in 2025 where she participated in the Environmental Law & Policy Clinic, Journal of High Technology Law, and served as President of the Environmental Law Society.

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Mark your calendar for these Signature Chamber events.

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

To learn about sponsorship opportunities for the weekly e-newsletter, contact Cheryl Begin at cheryl.begin@northshorechamber.org.

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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.