Annual Meeting Wrap Up

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[gdlr_heading tag=”h2″ font_weight=”bold” ]Annual Meeting Wrap Up[/gdlr_heading]
On December 6th the Woburn Chamber of Commerce held their Annual Meeting at the Crowne Plaza. The meeting included a panel discussion on the new Marijuana legislation and it’s potential impact on the city and businesses. Participating in the panel were Adam Hamel from McLane Middleton, Mayor Scott Galvin, Police Chief Robert Ferullo, and Substance Abuse Coordinator Richard Jolly. It was an interesting and lively discussion. We deeply appreciate all of our panel members for taking the time to participate and add their voice to the discussion.

[gdlr_heading tag=”h2″ font_weight=”bold” ]Humanitarian Award[/gdlr_heading]

Every year at our Annual Meeting we award a member with the Humanitarian Award. This member may be a business that consistently steps up to support charitable causes or someone who has gone to extraordinary lengths to be generous through the course of the year. This year we chose to honor John Casey of Locks and Keys. John is someone who qualifies as a Humanitarian for many reasons as he quietly and unceremoniously contributes in many ways to those in need. This past year, however John’s generosity was recognized by many in the community. After the downtown fire that destroyed several Main Street businesses, John reached out to P&M Locksmiths to offer his own space and equipment until they were able to find a new space. Thank you John Casey for being an example of Humanitarianism for all of us in 2016.

The award was presented by State Representative James Dwyer and City Council President Richard Haggerty.

[gdlr_heading tag=”h2″ font_weight=”bold” ]Holiday Celebration[/gdlr_heading]

Following the formalities of the Annual Meeting, our Holiday Celebration kicked off at Scoreboards. We were treated to a delicious meal which included a pasta station and a carving station. It was wonderful to have time to catch up with everyone and to meet new members. Our membership grew steadily throughout 2016 and it is great to see our more seasoned members welcoming the newer ones into the association. Our New Member Spotlights are a fun way to introduce new people and businesses to the association. Please watch your email for these spotlights and you will have something to talk about when you meet our new members at events.

[gdlr_heading tag=”h2″ font_weight=”bold” ]Silent Auction for The Council of Social Concern[/gdlr_heading]

A silent auction was held to benefit the Council of Social Concern as part of our Holiday Celebration. The Woburn Chamber of Commerce is committed to helping businesses find ways to give back to the Woburn community. Our members make a positive impact by continuously stepping up to support Woburn charities, scholarships, sports teams and community events. The Council of Social Concern provides much needed services to those most in need in the Woburn. Our silent auction raised over $2,500.00 this year. Thanks to all of those who gave so generously!

We send a great Thank You to all of our donors:

Boston Appliance
Crowne Plaza Boston/Woburn
Get In Shape For Women
Fitzgerald Tile
Drains By James
Dance Studio 665
Residence Inn by Marriott
Courtyard Woburn
Hilton Hotels & Restaurants
Boston’s Best Coffee
Burke Distributors
Woburn Bowladrome
Budweiser
Holiday Inn Express
Martignetti Companies
Micros Northeast
Champion Cleaners
Connoisseurs Products Corp.
Dave & Busters
Dunkin Donuts (RVN Corp.)
Advantage Sports Medicine
Team Logic IT
K&N Oil Service
Marketing Advisory Network
Patriot Financial group
Taste of Brazil
The Great Mandarin
Waxy O’Connors Irish Pub
Atlantic Plywood
Colorworks Paint & Ace Hardware, Inc.

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Silent Auction

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Our Annual Holiday Celebration will be held on December 6th at the Crowne Plaza starting at 5:30 pm. Please join us and help to celebrate 2016. As part of the festivities we will be holding a silent auction to benefit the Council of Social Concern The stalwart Woburn charity does much good for Woburn and surrounding communities. Please help us raise much needed funds for the upcoming year.

Some of our auction items include:

  • Easter Brunch for 10 at the Crowne Plaza valued at $400.00
  • A private dance lesson at Studio 665 with tickets to the Dance Showcase valued at $230.00
  • 50″ Samsung smart t.v. valued at $899.00

Plus much, much more!

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Join Us For Our Annual Meeting

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[gdlr_heading tag=”h2″ font_weight=”bold” ]Our_Annual_Meeting_Honors_2016[/gdlr_heading]

Our Annual Meeting is more than a time to take care of Association business. It is a time to celebrate and honor some of the best parts of the year. Included in that is our yearly surprise of our recipient of the Humanitarian Award. The Business of the Year Award is given to a business who has had an exceptional year based upon growth, community involvement or other substantial developments. The business climate of the upcoming year is addressed and this year the conversation will surround the passage of the new Marijuana Legislation. Specifically we will examine how it will impact business. The evening will begin at 5:30 pm on December 6th at the Crowne Plaza.

[gdlr_heading tag=”h2″ font_weight=”bold” ]Holiday_Celebration[/gdlr_heading]
Our Holiday Celebration is graciously being planned by Catherine Stevens and her team at the Crowne Plaza/Scoreboards. We will enjoy delicious passed hor d’ouerves, a carving station as well as a pasta station. While we wine and dine we can browse the items up for auction to benefit the Council of Social Concern. Our members have generously donated a huge variety of items and with 100% of the proceeds going to the Council, you can shop and do good at the same time!

2016 has been a year of great growth and excitement at the Woburn Chamber of Commerce. Please come and help us celebrate our success and move forward into 2017 with great hope and faith that more is on the horizon.

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Women of Woburn November Luncheon

[gdlr_heading tag=”h2″ font_weight=”bold” ]November Luncheon at Mclane Middleton, PA[/gdlr_heading]

The Women of Woburn are holding their first workshop/luncheon on 11/16 at McLane Middleton, PA. Samantha Stone the author of Unleash Possible, A Marketing Playbook That Drives Sales and founder of the Marketing Advisory Network will lead us in learning more about our personal Brand. We will talk about the opportunity to grow your career and network by clearly defining your brand. Samantha will share stories from her book about her own journey to illustrate examples.

We will be collecting personal care items for donation to women in need. We are asking attendees to please bring two personal care items such as shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, etc.

[gdlr_heading tag=”h2″ font_weight=”bold” ]The Women of Woburn[/gdlr_heading]

The Women of Woburn are an umbrella group of the Woburn Chamber of Commerce. We meet monthly for lunch at member businesses. The lunches provide a comfortable place to network, learn and grow new friendships. The format of each lunch varies slightly as we If you are interested in attending, please RSVP as soon as possible. The lunches sell out regularly.

 

This event has Sold Out. Please join us in January!

 

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“Novemberfest” at Lord Hobo Brewery

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[gdlr_heading tag=”h2″ font_weight=”bold” ]The Young Professionals[/gdlr_heading]

This past July, the Woburn Chamber of Commerce hosted a networking event for Young Professionals at Tocci Building Co. in Woburn. It was huge success. Huge. We had games and food and a keg of Lord Hobo beer that we successfully and professionally finished. It was a great time of getting to know young professionals and businesses in the area (and having fun).

[gdlr_heading tag= font_weight=”bold” ]”NOVEMBERFEST” at Lord Hobo Brewing Co.[/gdlr_heading]

This time, we’re heading to the source: Lord Hobo Brewery in Woburn. We’ll do some networking, some beer-touring, and some beer-drinking. So bring some business cards and invite your friends who you alienated during this election, and who live or work in Woburn or the surrounding area. We’ll see you there.

 

*This event goes from 5:30-7pm, with one tour happening at 6:30PM. You’re welcome to hang out later, as Lord Hobo is open until 9PM.

Kindly RSVP and join us for NOVEMBERFEST!

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October Networking at Boston Appliance

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[gdlr_heading tag=”h2″ font_weight=”bold” ]Network Gathering[/gdlr_heading]
Now that Fall has officially arrived, why not heat things up at our October Network Gathering at the Boston Appliance showroom? Our “Turn Up the Heat” event will include delicious appetizers, beer and wine. It is a free event for Woburn Chamber of Commerce members. Guests and non-members are encouraged to join us, tickets are $10. Please RSVP HERE as soon as possible.

 

[gdlr_heading tag=”h2 font_weight=”bold” ]About Boston Appliance[/gdlr_heading]

Why choose Boston Appliance ®? They have been owned and operated by the same family for over 60 years, and are well established in the Boston community. Their honest approach has rewarded them with a steady stream of referrals and repeat business from happy customers in the greater Boston area. Their loyal customers visit them from Boston, Cambridge, Newton, Lexington, East Boston, Lynnfield, South Boston, Wellesley, Arlington, Concord and Wakefield, and countless other locations across New England.

Boston Appliance      Boston Appliance Showroom in Woburn, MA

The showroom offers a refreshing change of pace from the big box stores. Their sales staff won’t pressure you – instead, they draw upon decades of experience to answer your questions and empower you to choose the appliances that are right for your home. You won’t be pushed to buy from a particular brand. Whether it’s Sub-Zero, Wolf, Bertazzoni, BlueStar, Bosch, Electrolux, Frigidaire, or General Electric (GE), they just want you to love what you buy.

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September Network Gathering

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[gdlr_heading tag=”h2″ font_weight=”bold” ]September Network Gathering[/gdlr_heading]

Join us on September 27th at Northern Bank and Trust Co. for our “Not Your Bankers Hours” Network Gathering. After a busy summer, it’s a great time to jump back into business and networking! Come and enjoy appetizers and refreshments with us.

Where: Northern Bank & Trust Co. at 303 Main Street

When: 9/27 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm

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Woburn Chamber of Commerce Network Gatherings

Our monthly network gatherings are one of the many benefits our members enjoy. We are committed to providing networking opportunities to out members. We encourage you to invite friends and colleagues so they too can benefit from the opportunity to expand their connections.

 

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Fund Established To Help Merchants Hurt By Fire

A fund has been established to help the merchants whose storefronts were lost in the massive downtown fire. On Tuesday, March 8th a massive 3 alarm fire devastated a block of businesses in downtown Woburn.
Several local merchants lost everything in their businesses.These are not just businesses but our friends and neighbors who have now lost their sole means of supporting their families.
David Hunt of Woburn has established a fund at TD Bank in Woburn that will be distributed to these merchants so they can continue to pay their rents, mortgages and other living expenses.
100 % of all donations will be divided among the merchants whose businesses were burned out and not able to quickly reopen.
Please help us by also sharing this through your social media! You can donate to help these merchants by sending a check to:
Woburn Downtown Fire Relief Fund
c/o TD Bank 280 Montvale Ave. Woburn, MA 01801
No donation is too big or too small

 

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Thank You Scoreboards For Hosting Us!

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We would like to thank Scoreboards for hosting our January Network Gathering. Frank Vento and his friendly staff made us feel right at home! Our free monthly networking events are one of the many benefits the Woburn Chamber of Commerce adds to the local business community. They would not be possible without the generous hospitality of our hosts. Scoreboard Sports Bar & Grill is a great place to host a casual business event or team building night. Thank you, Frank and to your staff for making us feel welcome. It was great to see old friends and a few new faces too!

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Thank You OPKO Health for Your Participation

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Thank you to OPKO Health for joining us at the library and teaching us more about what the future of medical research.

Our last Innovation Series presentation of 2015 was held on December 3rd at the Woburn Public Library. We have been proud to partner with the library on this innovative idea to give to the people of Woburn an insight into the fascinating world of science and technology that is growing right here and influencing the world. OPKO Health is a Woburn company that is on the cutting edge of diagnostic research.

The Innovation Series is an opportunity for science and technology enthusiasts to feast their brains on new concepts and ideas. It is also an opportunity for people thinking of entering these fields to learn more about what is needed to prepare and succeed in the field. Woburnites who get excited to learn more about the happenings in their community also enjoy this series as they bloom with pride over the accomplishments of businesses growing in their backyards.

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