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TOMORROW: BREAKFAST FORUM - DOING BUSINESS IN 2026

Join us for a high-impact briefing led by one of Massachusetts' top dual Attorney/CPAs, covering the most important legislative and regulatory changes taking effect in 2026 and what they mean for your bottom line.

John Colucci, Managing Director at McLane Middleton, and Chairman of the North Shore Chamber's Board of Directors, will explore potential personal income tax cuts and new refund calculations; key updates to rent control, PFML, and pay transparency rules; new federal and state reporting requirements, including EEO-4 and 1099 changes; clarified rules around overtime and tips; and more.

This session is designed to be practical, clear, and immediately useful so you can make informed decisions, stay compliant, and avoid costly surprises.

Massachusetts Legislative & Regulatory Update

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 4

7:30 to 9 AM

Hawthorne Hotel

Salem

Chamber Event

LUNCH & LEARN: PROTECTION FROM DIGITAL DISASTERS

Join us as Paul Parisi, founder of SaviorLabs, explains "The Cost of Downtime vs. The Price of Readiness" and how you can protect your business from unnecessary risks. 

Paul will detail affordable prevention options and identify key risks facing businesses. Learn how to increase productivity, protect revenue, and keep work moving with safe AI and strong cybersecurity.

Includes a light lunch prior to presentation.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11

11:30 AM to 1 PM

Chamber Education Center

Beverly

FREE for members!

FINANCIAL WELLNESS SERIES CONTINUES

Join the North Shore Chamber’s Emerging Leaders group for a light lunch and presentation, "Building Future Wealth: Investments, Dividends and Balance Sheets."

Get tips on investing early to ensure financial security later in life. Topics will include high yield savings accounts, 401k vs Roth IRA and which is right for you, plus building a five to ten-year plan for finances, housing, auto and business.

"Money Smart: Building Your Future" Seminar Series

THURSDAY, FEB. 19

11:30 AM to 1 PM

Chamber's Education Center

Beverly

This Lunch & Learn is Part 2 of a four-part Financial Wellness Series for young professionals.

Member News

SALEM STATE HOCKEY ALUMNI PRESENT BRUINS EVENT

Get ready for an afternoon of fun as Salem State welcomes Boston Bruins alumni and friends to the Rockett Arena on the Salem State University campus.

Former Boston Bruins players and friends will take the ice for a spirited exhibition match against alumni and friends of Salem State hockey in this exciting fundraiser for the men's and women's ice hockey programs.

Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Contact Melissa Lynch by email at melissa.lynch@salemstate.edu. 

SUNDAY, FEB. 22

2 PM

O'KEEFE COMPLEX

225 CANAL ST., SALEM

All general admission tickets $15;

free parking at the rink.

Member News

BEVERLY BOOTSTRAPS AWARDED GRANT

Beverly Bootstraps was recently selected as a grant recipient by the Sincere Foundation with the goal of improving food security in the area.

The Boston-based Sincere Foundation awarded $250,000 in new grants to 20 organizations that address basic needs in Massachusetts communities.

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CELEBRATE VALENTINE'S DAY AT GLOUCESTER STAGE COMPANY

Love will be in the air at the Gloucester Stage Company, 267 East Main St., Gloucester, with "Cupid's Cabaret" on Friday, Feb. 13, at 7 p.m.

This evening of romantic jives and classic ballads will be hosted by Paul Melendy and will feature several special vocalists.

Tickets can be purchased below or by calling the Box Office at 978-281-4433.

After more than 18 years of building multi-million dollar marketing programs for global brands and start-ups, Bethany Fiocchi Root founded Oceanview Marketing in 2024.

Oceanview Marketing is a results-obsessed boutique marketing agency providing customized marketing solutions to grow your business. From strategy sessions to yearly marketing plans and more, the goal is to support your business with revenue-generating marketing that works.

In addition, Oceanview Marketing offers marketing courses approved for 100% reimbursement through the Massachusetts Express Grant program. Find out if your business is eligible!

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Mark your calendar for these Signature Chamber events.

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

July 20 - Annual Chamber Golf Tournament, Ipswich Country Club

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.