Monthly News & Updates

April 2022 | Issue 4

From the Executive Director

Since 2019 I have served on the Board of Massachusetts Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (MACCE). I am delighted to share that as of April 1, 2022 I have the privilege to serve as President. I step in behind Nancy Creed, President, Springfield Regional Chamber and we thank her for her amazing leadership!

MACCE is our state organization committed to assisting our members in personal and professional development and in the performance of our duties as Chamber Executives.

This group of professionals has been imperative to me, in particular over the past two years.

It is my honor to serve. My goal in my new role, is to continue providing our members with those resources and support, that has become so important to me, so that we in turn, as Chamber Executives, can continue the important work we embark upon each day for our individual Chamber Members.

Thank you MACCE for this opportunity!

Moe!

New Year | Big Impact | BE THE CHANGE

Drop the Mic

Local businesses, entrepreneurs, and artists are the lifeblood of every community. In this episode, we talk with Janel Jorda, President, Web-tactics, about some new aspects to her business, what she learned from the pandemic, and what's really important to how she does b

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We're excited to partner with WRSI and the Northampton Radio Group to help give local businesses a shout out! Love a local business? Give them a boost – in 30 words or fewer. You’ll be automatically entered into a drawing for a $100 local chamber of commerce gift card so you can go on a shopping spree in Easthampton, Amherst or Northampton!

Local businesses need our love right now, so pick your favorite local restaurant, retailer, salon or other business and you could win big!

Brought to you by Northampton Radio Group, Hampshire County Regional Tourism Council, Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism, and The Chamber of Greater Easthampton, Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce and Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Hampshire County Visitors Guide: Check it Out

Welcome to Our Newest Members!

Superior Plus Energy

339 Amherst Road

Sunderland, MA 01375

(508) 944-7176

Ruth Anne Lundeberg

Hypnosis & Hypnot herapy

247 Northampton St Suite 1

Easthampton, MA www.theansweriswithinyou.com

Core XP Business Solutions, LLC

600 Liberty Street

Belchertown MA, 01007

www.corebusinessxp.com

Teal Executives

193 High Street

Holyoke, MA 01040

www.tealexecutives.com

Public Library Association of Easthampton

9 Park Street

Easthampton, MA 01027

www.ewmlibrary.org

New from the City of Easthampton

Licensing Board

City of Easthampton Licensing Board Approves Outdoor Live Entertainment Application

The Easthampton Licensing Board approved implementing an Outdoor Live Entertainment License under MGL Chapter 140, §181 at their March 9, 2022, licensing meeting effective April 1, 2022. The Easthampton Licensing Board held three public hearings over the course of several months and asked for local business and community input around the application and licensing process. After collaboration with the public and City Solicitor, the board voted to implement the licensing process for all outdoor live entertainment events. *Anyone seeking to do outdoor live entertainment open to the public must go through the Local Licensing Authority’s (LLA) proper channels for their event. *Liquor licensees are not subject to this under MGL Chapter 140 § 183A. At the March 9th meeting, the board requested that their department LLA, Lindsi Mailler, revise the application to include “good neighbor” language. The good neighbor language added now reads, “The LLA ask that anyone applying for a license make a commitment to being a responsible neighbor in the community. Out of consideration for others in the community, the emission of any unreasonably loud, disturbing, and unnecessary noise that disturbs the peace and quiet of the community or an individual is prohibited. Outdoor Live Entertainment licenses are a beneficial resolution for remedying disputes and moving forward with future applications. Applicants should be mindful to monitor/control the behavior of attendees so that the program, event or activity complies with the approved license at all times.” The outdoor live entertainment application and guidelines can be found on the city website.

Business Resources

Baker-Polito Administration launches

"HireNow" Hiring & Training Employer Grant Program:

a $4,000/Employee Program which aims to boost hiring with labor force participation rates still lower than pandemic.

Boston - The Baker-Polito Administration has launched a new hiring and training employer grant program, "HireNow", which will help employers quickly hire and train new workers and get more people back to work. The new program provides eligible employers with a 44,000 per employee grant, which can be used to cover training costs or as a signing bonus for new employees. By providing employers with these flexible funds to facilitate quick hiring, the Administration is focusing on addressing continued hiring challenges faced by employers and increasing labor force participation. Employers can learn more about the program and apply with the link below.

Learn More about "HireNow"