Inside March - April 2013 The New Bedford Area President/CEO Update...... 2 Home Show Photos...... 3 Chamber Trips ...... 4 SouthCoast Women’s Forum ...... 5 Good News ...... 6 Chamber Focus Nominate a Small Business...... 10 Featured Member Discounts...... 13 Business News for and about Members of the New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce March-April 2013 DCAMM Workshop...... 14 State of the City Luncheon - March 21st SouthCoast Legislative Luncheon with th Mayor Jon Mitchell will deliver his State House Speaker, Robert DeLeo - April 11 of the City Address over lunch on Thursday, March 21st from 11:30 a.m. The New Bedford Area Chamber of to 2:00 p.m. at Greater New Bedford Commerce will bring Beacon Hill to Regional Voc Tech High School located the Greater New Bedford Area when it at 1121 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford. hosts the Honorable Robert DeLeo, Each year, the Mayor delivers the Speaker of the Massachusetts House of “State of the City” address detailing Representatives as the keynote speaker past accomplishments, goals, planned at its 2013 SouthCoast Legislative policies and objectives for the largest Luncheon on Thursday, April 11, 2013. city in the region for the coming year. The event will he held at Cotali Mar Nearly 500 business, community, media, Restaurante, 1178 Acushnet Avenue, and political leaders are expected to New Bedford from 11:45 a.m. - attend this luncheon program. 1:30 p.m. The event is sponsored by Southcoast Health System and Southern Mass Credit Union. The luncheon is sponsored by Webster For more information or to reserve Bank and hosted by the New Bedford your seat or table, visit Area Chamber. The cost, which Robert DeLeo was elected Speaker of www. newbedfordchamber.com or call The SouthCoast Legislative Luncheon includes a catered lunch, is $45 per the Massachusetts House of Repre- the Chamber office at 508-999-5231. is an opportunity for business and com- person, $450 per table of ten, or $475 sentatives in January 2009. A dedicated munity leaders to meet with legislators for a Signed Corporate Table of ten public servant to the constituents of Sponsored by: and hear first hand what is in store on which includes the company logo on the 19th Suffolk District, Speaker Beacon Hill for the business commu- a tabletop sign. Advanced reservations DeLeo has undertaken a number of nity. Invited legislators include Senators are required by Friday, March 15th. important issues since elected to office. As a 19-year veteran of the House, Mark Montigny and Michael Rodrigues; DeLeo’s vast knowledge of the legisla- Representatives Antonio Cabral, Robert The SouthCoast Women’s The Connecting Activities Are you a new member or tive process and strong relationships Koczera, Susan Williams Gifford, Chris- Forum is quickly approaching. program participates in Amp it would like a reminder on all the with his fellow lawmakers have enabled topher Markey, Keiko Orrall, Paul A. For more information on this Up! to assess current awareness, benefits of being a Chamber Schmid, William M. Straus and others. popular event or learn how to knowledge, and attitudes regarding member? Join the Chamber for a him to lead the House to meaningful become a sponsor or exhibitor Advanced Manufacturing careers. member orientation. More details reform. turn to page 5. For more information turn on page 14. Check-in for the event starts at 11:45 to . page 14 Speaker DeLeo previously served as a.m., with the luncheon beginning chairman of the House Committee on at noon. The cost of the event is $35 Ways & Means. This critical experi- for members and $45 for non-members, ence prepared him to navigate the state with tables of ten available. Advanced budget through a challenging economy. reservations are required by Thursday, Prior to that role, he chaired the House April 4th and can be easily made by call- Committee on Bills in the Third Read- ing the New Bedford Area Chamber at ing, the Joint Committee on Local 508-999-5231 or online at Affairs, and the House Committee on www.newbedfordchamber.com Ethics. He served as chair of the Town Sponsored by: of Winthrop’s Board of Selectmen for nine years and as a Town Meeting member for more than 30 years. DeLeo is a graduate of Northeastern Univer- sity and Suffolk University Law School. The New Bedford Area Chamber Focus is the official news publication of the Chamber Update New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce A brief report on Chamber Activities from the President/CEO 794 Purchase Street • New Bedford, MA 02740 508-999-5231 • fax 508-999-5237 • [email protected] Tourism is one of the largest industries of the tourism business. It also must Editor: Rebecca Viera • Photographer: Deborah L. Hynes • Printer: The Standard-Times in Massachusetts. be regional in scope, as resources are The industry is better leveraged when communities Board of Directors Chair of the Board driving $16.9 work together for the collective good. Mary Harrington, Schwartz Center for Children billion in direct So over the last year, we have partnered spending, over with the other four chambers of com- Chair-Elect $1 billion in state merce in our county to lead a regional Jim Rattray, Southcoast Health System and local taxes effort to revamp and strengthen Bristol and supporting County’s tourism efforts. We have met Vice Chair of Government Affairs 124,700 jobs. In with state tourism officials, members of David Maher, Lockheed Martin Bristol County our legislative delegation, city and local alone it accounts Roy Nascimento, IOM, officials, representatives of the media Vice Chair of Economic Affairs for over 3,000 jobs and we have hosted several forums with Eugene Lonergan, Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. President & CEO and over $400 members in the hospitality and tour- Vice Chair of Membership Advancement million worth of ism industries from throughout Bristol Sheila Parker McGlinchy, SouthCoast Media Group industry-related revenue. It is also a County to gain their input. growing industry. While employment in Treasurer many industries is stagnant, jobs in the Much work remains to be done, but I Chuck Mitchell, RothTec tourism industry are growing. Tourism am confident that working together we also supports existing companies and can turn things around and have a suc- Immediate Past Chair stimulates new business development, cessful and productive regional tourism Lynne Mastera, Precix diversifying the economy and attracting effort in the county. The New Bedford businesses who want a wide variety of Area Chamber of Commerce is com- President & CEO amenities for their employees. mitted to providing leadership on this Roy Nascimento, New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce issue and helping to shape the region’s

Directors Unfortunately, our county’s tourism tourism initiatives in the future. Beth Sylvia Caldwell, Sylvia Group of Insurance Agencies efforts have suffered in recent years due Hank Conaty, Acushnet Company to the economic downturn and loss of Your comments or feedback are always Timothy H. Dyer, Dyer Capital Management confidence in the county’s convention welcome at Gail Fortes, YWCA of Southeastern Massachusetts and visitors bureau. This has resulted [email protected]. June Goguen, Bridgewater Savings Bank in the region losing out in state tourism Ellen Gitlin, Diversified Marketing Group funds that are available to support mar- Liz Isherwood, Moore & Isherwood, Inc. keting our attractions and businesses. Best Regards, Valarie Lacasse, Bristol County Savings Bank Recognizing the significant economic Douglas Leatham, Leatham & Associates, CPA’s impact and potential for New Bedford, Joseph Michaud, Law Office of Joseph L. Michaud the Chamber has been actively involved Donald Monaghan, Jr., Monaghan Printing Co. Lynn Motta, BankFive in efforts to revive the region’s tourism Peter J. Muise, First Citizens’ Federal Credit Union efforts. In today’s highly competitive Chris O’Neil, Tomlinson and O’Neil Insurance Agency travel marketplace, our region needs to Roy Nascimento, IOM Jeffrey P. Pagliuca, Webster Bank have a viable, working and productive President & CEO Jim Pratt, Hodgson Pratt Pratt & Saunders, PC marketing program to grow our share Kevin Pelland, BayCoast Bank Kim Perry, Waring Sullivan Homes of Memorial Tribute/SCI John Sbrega, Bristol Community College Paul Vigeant, SouthCoast Development Partnership Martha Worley, Worley Beds Factory Outlet

Director Emeritus About the New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce Del Rocha With approximately 1,000 member and a support system to keep your Joel E. Burns businesses, the New Bedford Area business moving forward. Chamber of Commerce is committed Your Chamber Staff to providing opportunities for members Our mission is to serve the interests 508-999-5231 to advance their business and promot- of member businesses while advocat- President & CEO, Roy M. Nascimento, IOM - Ext. 25 ing a healthier business and economic ing business advancement, economic Director of Operations & Finance, Dorothy Botelho, IOM - Ext. 20 climate for the region. The Chamber is growth and job creation for the benefit Employer Specialist, Ian Abreu - Ext. 24 of New Bedford and the SouthCoast Supported Employment Network Coordinator, Joanne Rego - Ext. 28 here to help members – with trusted region of Massachusetts. Programs & Events Manager, Caitlin Tapper - Ext. 26 resources, a strong business network Communications Coordinator, Rebecca Viera - Ext. 27 Connecting businesses on the SouthCoast from Wareham to Westport

2 SourceOne to Provide Services to Highlights from the 25th Annual Greater SouthCoast Electric Power Group New Bedford Home Show SourceOne, a nationally recognized to provide our group with the energy energy consulting firm and a subsid- advisory services needed to help man- iary of Veolia Energy North America, age member costs over the next few has been selected to perform energy years. We believe that our member- advisory services for the SouthCoast ship will benefit substantially from this Electric Power Group (SCEPG), an partnership, providing greater access to aggregation comprised of the Cities of competitive pricing along with valuable New Bedford, Fall River and nearly 30 market guidance.” private companies in the area. The con- tract was awarded to SourceOne after a The scope of energy services provided competitive public request for propos- by SourceOne will include development als for energy consultant services. The of pricing alternatives, contract negotia- SCEPG is comprised of over 800 sepa- tion with electricity suppliers, ongoing rate accounts with an aggregate annual management of the supply relationship electricity load of roughly 150,000,000 and electricity market insight and fore- kWh, representing an estimated annual casting. These services allow SCEPG budget of approximately $10 million. members to have the information needed to make important electricity “We are pleased to be working closely pricing decisions and to further reduce with SourceOne, and we selected them electricity costs. due to their proven energy expertise throughout the region and across the “SourceOne is delighted to have been nation,” said Roy M. Nascimento, selected by SCEPG as its advisor and IOM, President and CEO of the New resource to help control the cost of Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce. electric supply for their members,” said “During these tough economic times, it Chris Barros, P.E., Vice President and is extremely beneficial to have experts continued on page 5 David W. Oliveira/The Standard-Times Bank from here? You betcha.

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3 The New Bedford Area Chamber is Hosting Two Exciting Trips in 2013!

Trip to the Azores September 10 - 17, 2013 Come join us as we explore some of • Buffet Breakfast Daily the most popular places visited on • Two half day sightseeing tours of the Azores. This 8 day excursion will Logoa do Fogo and Sete Cidades offer two half day sightseeing tours; • Two full day sightseeing tours of of Logao do Fogo and Sete Cidades Furnas and Nordeste; both and two full day sightseeing tours of include lunch Furnas and Nordeste; both of which include lunch. For a taste of the We highly recommend that you beautiful Island of S. Miguel Azores, purchase insurance (fees vary and can please visit www.visitazores.com. be purchased through the travel agent or you may contact your insurance The total price of the trip is $2,054 company). per person for double-occupancy (single rate please add an additional For contact info, please call the 399.00). Chamber at (508) 999-5231 ext. 20 or you may email Price includes: [email protected]. • Round Trip Transfers to and from Boston (leaving New Bedford; A deposit of $250.00 will need to be departure location TBD) made at the time of your reservation, • Airfare from Boston to Ponta and is non-refundable after June 30th. Delgada (S. Miguel Azores) The Chamber is partnering with Fran’s • Accommodations- 6 nights, 7 days at Travel and the Whaling Museum on The Chamber trip to the Azores will include sightseeing tours of the Island of S. Miguel Hotel Marina Atlantico (Ocean View) this trip. A valid passport is required.

Irish Splendor November 6 - 13, 2013 Have you ever wanted to travel the From evening of fun and Irish music at world and experience something new a local Dublin pub to the 700-foot-high and exciting? Then you do not want to Cliffs of Moher, this trip will leave you miss the Chamber’s trip to Ireland in with a lifetime of Irish memories. November 2013! Don’t miss this op- portunity to explore the culture and arts The cost is $2,549.00* for double of Ireland on our Irish Splendor tour. occupancy (deduct $250.00 if deposit is received by May 6, 2013) which This eight-day trip has an exciting itiner- includes round trip airport-to-hotel ary including visits to some of Ireland’s transfers when purchasing Collette popular landmarks such as Guinness airfare with your tour, sightseeing, Storehouse, Blarney Castle, Cliffs of admission charges (as outlined in Moher, Ashford Castle and more. Also the itinerary), gratuities for bellmen, included are several meals of delicious doormen and dining room wait staff authentic Irish cuisine. Some highlights are also included and accommodations of the trip include: at 4 and 5 star hotels.

• Explore the Guinness Storehouse, Booking is limited so act now to Ireland’s number one attraction. reserve your space. For more informa- • Travel Dingle Peninsula, one of the tion, please call the Chamber office at world’s most beautiful coastal routes. (508) 999-5231 ext. 20 or email • Spend a night in Ashford Castle and [email protected]. experience old Ireland at its finest. A valid passport is required. • Enjoy an evening of fun and Irish music at a local Dublin pub. The Chamber trip to the Ireland includes sightseeing tours of Ireland’s popular landmarks.

4 SouthCoast Women’s Forum - May 9th SouthCoast Electric “Innovate & Communicate” at the 2013 Women’s Forum Power Group This event has multiple sponsorship continued from page 3 Innovate & Communicate opportunities to showcase your busi- General Manager of Energy Manage- ness. Sponsorship opportunities include ment at SourceOne. “Municipalities as SouthCoast exhibitor space at the event, recognition well as commercial and industrial cus- in marketing materials and more. From tomers are under increasing pressure to Women’s Forum small businesses to non-profits, this manage costs, and potential electricity well attended event has something for cost reductions will have a positive im- This year’s theme, “Innovate & everyone. Contact the Chamber today pact to the bottom line. SourceOne is Communicate”, will focus on women to find a sponsorship opportunity that well suited to assist SCEPG by provid- run and led businesses that have used works for you. ing energy consulting services that will innovation and communication to face improve SCEPG member’s financial and overcome the many challenges This year’s event will be held at health and environmental impact.” presented to them. The program will Hawthorne Country Club, 970 Tucker The SCEPG has been in existence feature a panel of women business Participants in the 2012 SouthCoast Women’s Road, Dartmouth, MA . Check the since 2002 and has an excellent track leaders and entrepreneurs discussing Forum had the opportunity to meet with exhibitors website for a complete list of speakers the challenges and opportunities with record of providing area members in the health care industry. and an update on the program agenda. running their business. with benefits from the aggregation of The cost is $37 for members and their electricity spend. Using the buying The SouthCoast Women’s Forum of- $45 for non-members with tables of In addition, the Women’s Forum power of the group, SCEPG members fers an opportunity to network before, ten also available. Pre-registration is will feature an interactive exhibitor are able to maintain negotiating power during and after the luncheon program. required. showcase for women-owned or women that minimizes energy supplier margins Registration, networking and exhibitor managed businesses to profile their and to access strong energy market booth viewing will start at 11:00 a.m. To register, call the Chamber at services and products. Because space consulting support on energy buying The luncheon program starts at noon 508-999-5231, email is limited, registrations for exhibitor strategies. but we encourage guests to arrive early [email protected], or spaces are on a first come, first served for networking and to visit with the visit www.newbedfordchamber.com. basis. Members interested in exhibiting The partnership with SCEPG will le- exhibitors and sponsors. For information on sponsorships and verage SourceOne’s extensive expertise are encouraged to reserve their tables exhibit space, contact Caitlin Tapper at in the economics of electricity supply early to ensure a spot. 508-999-5231 ext. 26. and consumption. FINANCIAL SERVICES for small businesses

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Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP literacy most importantly, the New England Credit Union’s Barbara Whitehead Silva Announces Drew Colby and exercise Patriots. Born on February 10, 1974 in Scholarship & Champion Family Schol- Jay Peabody have Become Partners covering the Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, Law attended arship Program. In total thirteen $1,000 of the Firm basics of Aliquippa High School where he played scholarships will be awarded. budgeting football as a cornerback, wide receiver, Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP is pleased and manag- safety and running back. The program provides graduating se- to announce that Drew W. Colby and ing credit. This was the first fair of its niors from ten local area schools with Jay R. Peabody have become partners kind held at New Bedford Voc, and it Guests will enjoy a full-course dinner a $1,000 scholarship awarded to them of the Firm. “We are delighted to have was well received. Some of the booths and will have the opportunity to hear based on academic achievement, com- such talented individuals join the part- the students were required to visit in- Ty Law speak about his life and career munity service and financial need. nership as we begin the celebration of cluded insurance, vehicles, luxury items, experiences. He will also take ques- In addition, one scholarship will be the Firm’s 25th anniversary,” said David groceries and several more. The stu- tions from the audience. Dinner tickets awarded in honor of Barbara White- M. Gilden, Managing Partner. dents had to manage their money and are $75 each ($750 for a table of 10). head Silva, former President and Chief make decisions based upon what their Pictures will be available for purchase Executive Officer, for her 45 years of Mr. Colby is Co- “income” was for the year. St. Anne’s and autographed by Law. There will dedicated service to the institution. chair of the Con- employees acted as “credit counselors” be a silent auction of autographed Ty The remaining two $1,000 scholarships struction Group at the event – discussing the budget- Law football memorabilia at the dinner. will be awarded to immediate family of and a member of ing decisions that the students made Photo opportunities will be available. members with a Champion Checking the Real Estate throughout the course of the fair Account. Champion accounts are exclu- and Litigation and providing the students guidance To purchase tickets, or obtain more in- sively available to teachers, EMT, police, Groups. He fo- regarding their choices. Credit for formation, please contact Ava Lescault firefighters and healthcare professionals. cuses his practice Life is teaching students critical skills by phone at 508-910-6435 or email to Applications are available at all First in the construc- about budgeting that will increase their [email protected]. Citizens’ branch offices or online at tion business rep- financial literacy and economic self- www.firstcitizens.org. Requirements resenting owners, sufficiency before they are out on their Tomlinson & O’Neil Insurance state that the applicant or parent must architects, engineers, general contrac- own. This is the first fair of many that Agency, Inc. Announces the Recent be a member of First Citizens’ and the tors, subcontractors, and vendors in the Credit Union participates in over Acquisition of Kiley Insurance applicant must be a high school senior areas including contracting, drafting and the course of the year. accepted to a college or university for negotiations, substandard performance the 2013-2014 academic year. issues, payment disputes, bid protest Patriots Ty Law to Speak at UMass The application deadline is April 1st. claims, mechanic’s lien filings, insurance Dartmouth Center for Marketing “Since 1984, Mary and Jerry Kiley have disputes, reservation of rights matters, Research Celebrity/Scholarship operated a first rate insurance agency,’ Lafrance Hospitality Remembers and insurance coverage issues with Dinner O’Neil states, “everyone at Tomlinson Newtown, CT respect to public, commercial and resi- & O’Neil are thrilled to welcome the dential projects. Kiley staff and clients to our family. We Bar proceeds will continue business as usual at 838 and tips from Mr. Peabody is a Washington Street in Holliston and are the Lafrance member of the very pleased to continue in the Kiley Hospitality Firm’s Real Estate tradition of offering an array of great Employee Holiday Party held at Bit- Group as well as products and services.” Clients at Kiley tersweet Farm were donated to the the Commercial Insurance will soon enjoy the addition United Way of Western, CT for the Lending and Cor- of several new and competitive prod- Sandy Hook School Support Fund. The porate Groups. ucts and companies along with a new United Way is committed to providing His practice in- interactive website and Facebook page. support and resources where and when volves represent- The agency is located at 271 Union they are needed. The Western CT chap- ing owners, devel- The Center for Marketing Research at Street, New Bedford, Ma 02740. They ter’s website states that “as people from opers and lenders the University of Massachusetts Dart- can be reached in New Bedford at our area and beyond respond to this in connection with the purchase, sale, mouth is proud to announce former 508-994-5678 or at Kiley Insurance, heartbreaking tragedy, they are turning planning, development, leasing and New England Patriots star Ty Law will 838 Washington Street, Holliston, MA to the United Way looking for ways to complex financing of commercial, be the celebrity speaker at their 13th 01746 at 508-429-8411. help. In response, United Way of West- industrial, retail, large scale residential, Annual Celebrity/Scholarship Dinner ern CT, in partnership with Newtown and renewable energy projects. on April 10, 2013 at the Venus de Milo First Citizens’ Opens its 17th Annual Savings Bank, has created the ‘Sandy Restaurant in Swansea, MA from Scholarship Application Period Hook School Support Fund’ that will St. Anne’s Credit Union Employees 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. be able to provide support services to Participated in Credit for Life Fair the families and community that has Tajuan “Ty” Law is a retired National been affected.” LHC was pleased to The Credit for Life Fair provided stu- Football League cornerback who has help and greatly appreciates all the em- dents in the junior class an opportunity played for the New York Jets, Kansas Applications are being be accepted for ployees in attendance. Thanks to our to take part in an interactive financial City Chiefs, Denver Broncos and the 17th Annual First Citizens’ Federal employees we contributed $785.

6 Good News!

Team Noah Foundation Donates Intertwining Expertise to Achieve on family values, history and culture, Sensational Advertising Rewards New Transport Van to the Schwartz Excellence: Introducing Farland while exploring the resources of music, Program Center for Children Corporation, Inc. dance, cooking, religion, architecture, sports, etc. SouthCoast Media Group is announc- ing a sensational advertising rewards A specific goal of the project Back to program to help local businesses boost Thompson Farland, Inc. is pleased to the Roots International Travel Show is sales. This is a special three month offer announce their sister company Farland to develop a tourism program designed from March through the month of May Corporation, Inc. started by Christian for the U.S. market and aimed at Cape that affords businesses an opportunity A. Farland, P.E., LEED AP and his Verdeans/Americans, Portuguese, Bra- to earn generous bonus advertising. wife Elizabeth R. Farland. Farland zilian, Angolan, Guinean, Caribbean- The SouthCoast Media Group is proud Corp. is a full service site contracting Americans, Native Americans, Jews that its publications reach 64% of the company specializing in residential and / Americans, among other migrant SouthCoast market; with households commercial site development for the Africans, Europeans, Americans and from Westport to Wareham and up to The Team Noah Foundation has des- private and public sector. Farland Corp. Latinos. These are not limited and we Middleboro. For more information call ignated funds raised from their First is located at 398 County Street, New welcome any and all ethnicities. Chris Lodge at 508-979-4483 or Denise Annual Wine Tasting toward the pur- Bedford, MA. Tudino at 508-979-4352. chase of a new transport van for the A detailed program and sponsorship Schwartz Center for Children. Over 400 Christian, who is a professional civil opportunities will be available soon and SouthCoast Restaurant Week is tickets were sold for the Wine Tasting engineer and also owns Thompson sent to potential participants. For more Returning April 11- 19th on March 1st. Farland, Inc. along with Elizabeth, has information contact: always dreamed of owning his own site [email protected] The objectives of Restaurant Week are The Team Noah Foundation was construction company. He believes his or call (508) 996-1332 to boost business for restaurants dur- formed in honor of Noah Fernandes. extensive knowledge in the construc- ing a traditionally slow time of year and Noah was diagnosed with a progressive tion industry and his expertise in the Rotary Club hosts Annual Food and to encourage consumers to dine out and degenerate form of mitochon- civil engineering profession will be Wine Festival more often and try new restaurants, drial disease. Up until July of 2012, combined to provide his clients with as well as increase area exposure- thus Noah attended the Schwartz Center the most cost effective approach to The Rotary Club of New Bedford will economic impact! The prix-fixe meal for Children. Noah’s mother Christine their projects. Farland Corp. is dedi- host RotaFest, a food and wine festival, prices of $12.13 for a 2 course Lunch Fernandes stated, “What this school cated to providing their clients with on Thursday, April 25th from 5:30 - 9 and $20.13/$30.13 for a 3 course dinner has done for Noah and my family is not high quality workmanship and cost- pm at the Seaport Inn in Fairhaven. have been designed to accommodate repayable and that is where my dream effective solutions delivered on-time Partnering with Rotary to make this both casual pub style restaurants and comes in. For the last two years, I have and in-budget. Each project is handled event a huge success are Wines and fine dining restaurants and to provide been obsessed with starting a founda- and reviewed by a competent team of More of Wareham and local restaurants real value for the consumer. This excit- tion in Noah’s name in order to help professionals committed to their strate- that include Cotali Mar, the Waterfront ing event will be held April 11 - 19th at other children and families in similar gic approach to problem solving. Please Grille, Texas Roadhouse, Fays, Milk and restaurants from Seekonk to Bourne. situations…in essence to pay it forward. contact Rasa St. John at (508) 717-3479 Honey, and Wicked Kickin’ Cheese- My deepest desire is to make Noah’s or Jay Lanagan at (508) 717-3480 for cakes. Proceeds raised will benefit vari- Participating Restaurants are asked name live on long after his life allows, more information. ous charitable causes and organizations to donate a percentage of Restaurant and for years to come for children to be in the greater New Bedford area. Week sales to the United Way’s Greater supported and nurtured all because of Back to the Roots International New Bedford Hunger Commission. my courageous little boy and the dream Travel Show Guests will sample delectable wines United Way’s Hunger Commission of he placed in our hearts.” from throughout the world, with wine Southeastern Massachusetts is the only The goal of the exhibition “Back to the experts available at each station. Enter- local program that coordinates food Mr. Fernandes added that they hope to Roots International Travel Show” is to tainment will be provided by The Chris distribution to emergency food pantries raise enough funds through the Team bring together tourism operators in the Richards Trio, one of the area’s most and kitchens, working with 50 locations Noah Foundation to pay off the van United States to help propel tourism popular bands. There will also be live in Bristol County. For more informa- before the end of the year. The new packages designed to promote the re- and silent auctions. tion contact Todd Philie, 508-400-3468 van has been delivered and was on site turn to ancestral lands and facilitate the [email protected] at the Wine Tasting. reunion with one’s culture, history and Tickets are $50 per person, and can be nature. The exhibition will be held at purchased at the Wamsutta Club, cor- For more information about the the Raynham Dog Track, 1958 Broad- ner of Union and County St., in New Do you have good news to share? Schwartz Center, visit way in Raynham, MA, from Friday, May Bedford or by contacting Paula Freitas www.schwartzcenter.org or call 24th to Sunday, May 26th. The venue is at (774) 451-1617 or Ron Keirstead at Please send your press releases with photos to [email protected] (508) 996.3391. located at the heart of several key im- (508) 642-1407. A limited number will migrant communities in New England. also be available at the door that night. Due to space limitations, we can not guarantee each article will be printed. We do try our best to Back to the Roots International Travel fit as much member news in as possible. Show wants to motivate tourism based

7 Chamber Tourism & Travel Update

New Ferry Excursions: American Cruise Lines and Blount Seastreak, LLC is developing an excit- Small Ship Adventures. Vessels will start ing new day trip package for summer arriving at the State Pier this year on vacationers on Martha’s Vineyard to Sunday, May 19th and continue through visit New Bedford. The excursions October 20th. For a complete schedule would include a roundtrip ferry ride, of the cruise ship visits for 2013, please admission to local attractions, and dis- visit the Chamber’s website or contact counts to local restaurants and shops. the New Bedford Harbor Commission The goal is to utilize the ferry trips to at (508) 961-3000. bring tourists from Martha’s Vineyard to New Bedford. Restaurants and AAA Travel Marketplace: shops interested in participating in of- The New Bedford Area Chamber of fering special discounts to these tourists Commerce recently partnered with should contact John Silvia of SeaStreak the New Bedford Office of Travel & at 1-800-262-8743 Ext. 2203. Tourism and four other chambers of commerce in Bristol County to pro- Photos Wanted: mote New Bedford and the region to The Massachusetts Office of Travel prospective travelers at the AAA Travel & Tourism (MOTT) has asked for our Marketplace. Over 17,000 travelers par- assistance in acquiring royalty-free, ticipated in the show. Thank you to all color images to promote the state the member attractions and businesses and region to visitors. This is a good who contributed brochures and market- opportunity to promote your business ing collateral for use at the show! to prospective customers! Please contact Roy Nascimento, President Tourism Information Wanted: & CEO of the New Bedford Area State tourism officials are looking for Chamber at roy@newbedfordchamber. what’s new in the tourism industry for com for more information. 2013 and 2014 for their international marketing efforts. They compile the New Tourism Website: information from across the state The Massachusetts Office of Travel & and send quarterly updates to their Tourism is creating a new website in an international vendors to use in press effort to recharge and induce tourism releases, e-newsletters and as talking to Bristol County. This new website points. The information is also used will promote tourism to the region at various international trade shows to by focusing on lodging, attractions, promote visitation to Massachusetts. restaurants, retail and special events. They are looking for information The office is welcoming the listings relevant to the international market of these types of businesses on the such as new hotels or renovations website. To find out how to get your coming up in the next year; new tours; business listed for free, please visit new or unique events/festivals; venue/ the Chamber website or contact Roy attraction news; new museum exhibits; Nascimento, President & CEO of the historic anniversaries; or anything New Bedford Area Chamber at else that might be of interest to [email protected] international audiences. The deadline to be included in their next update is April 2013 New Bedford Cruise Schedule: 1, 2013. For more information email The City of New Bedford has become [email protected] a regular port of call for ships of the CRN201501-168290 8 “TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS.”

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9 ENTERPRISING MINDS by Joanne Rego, Supported Employment Network Coordinator An Ambitious and Dedicated Employee Provides an Outstanding Job Performance to Three Local Businesses Each week, attention to detail. An interview was the spot. Jestan was entrusted with the Jestan Epps set up and Epps was hired to clean an key to the salon and hired to clean on works three office at Borden House. Within a short days when the salon was closed. Jestan jobs for three time, Jestan was working independently continues to do an outstanding job at all different and socializing with his new co-workers. three businesses. businesses. Soon the owner of the Borden House Epps began office building was recommending Epps takes pride in his work and is pre- working at Jestan to work for her hair dresser at pared to ask for help from the program King Kuts Jestan Epps provides cleaning DeAraujo Salon. She let the owner of provided job coach when he needs a Barber Shop services at his three jobs. the salon know how much she enjoyed little assistance. To stay on top of his approximately 7 years ago. Epps is an Jestan working at Borden House and skills, Epps has attended two employ- unusually ambitious employee and he shared her own experiences. She told ment trainings in the past year. Epps is was looking for other employment op- DeAraujo Salon what a great job Epps always looking to improve his employ- portunities. Epps reputation as a skilled was doing when cleaning the Borden ment skills and consequently he has a and dedicated employee was evident to House office. DeAraujo Salon asked if great work ethic and is a reliable and not only his program staff but also to she thought Epps would be interested exemplary employee. the people who saw him working in the in another cleaning job because he was community. When an opportunity arose having trouble finding someone who If you have any questions about the to clean an office building at least one could clean the job to his standards. Supported Employment Network or day a week the first name that came to An interview was set up with DeAr- are interested in hiring a person with mind was Jestan’s. The employer was aujo’s Salon and once again, another disabilities, please call Joanne Rego at informed about Epps’ dedication, his business owner was so impressed with the New Bedford Area Chamber at excellent work ethic and remarkable Epps that the employer hired him on 508-999-5231 extension 28.

Nominations Sought for 2013 Small Business of the Year Award

growth and social responsibly in your community. Submit a summary of your reasons for the nomination, based on employment/staying power, growth, in- novation and social responsibility along with a completed nomination form.

Call the Chamber office for nomination forms; 508-999-5231 or email [email protected].

Winners will be selected by the Chamber’s Award Selection Committee and will be announced at the Nominees for the 2012 Small Business of the Year award were recognized at the Good Morning June Good Morning SouthCoast! SouthCoast! breakfast sponsored by BankFive. Nominations are due by April 5th.

The Chamber recognizes the contribu- a for-profit business. Businesses must tions smaller businesses make to the also have 50 or less full-time equivalent creation of new jobs and economic employees (two part-time employees opportunities in the SouthCoast region. equals one full-time employee) and We would like to commend small have been in business more than three For a full listing of upcoming businesses for their valuable contribu- consecutive years under the current events or to register online tions to our communities by awarding ownership. for an event visit: the 2013 Small Business of the Year Award. Nominees do not need to be You may nominate your own business www.newbedfordchamber.com members of the Chamber, but must be or any other business that has exhibited

10 Recent Chamber Events

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1. Featured speakers at the February Good held at the New Bedford Whaling Museum 3. Morning SouthCoast! the Honorable William 3. R. Keating, United States Representative & Dr. 6. The 2013 STEP Grant Program Regional Briefing Divina Grossman, Chancellor of the University of held at the Chamber office. Massachusetts Dartmouth were presented with a gift by Jim Rattray, Chair-Elect. 7 . Featured speaker at the February Good Morning SouthCoast! breakfast, Dr. Divina Grossman, 2. Mayor Jon Mitchell was the keynote speaker at the Chancellor of the University of Massachusetts January Good Morning SouthCoast! held at the New Dartmouth 9. Bedford Whaling Museum 4. 8. Jeffrey Stieb, Port Director, Harbor Development 3. Featured speaker at the February Good Morning Commission (HDC) was a featured speaker for the SouthCoast! breakfast, the Honorable William R. January Good Morning SouthCoast! Keating, United States Representative 9. Will Gardner, Alma Del Mar Charter School & 4. Marc Bianco, United Alliance Services Nancy Wood Dupont, Bristol County Savings Bank Corporation presented an introduction to OSHA for at the January Business After Hours owners and managers of small to mid-size businesses. 10. Guests at the January Business After Hours 5. The January Good Morning SouthCoast! breakfast hosted by Alma Del Mar Charter School. Upcoming Business After Hours 5.

7. Business After Hours Wednesday, March 27, 2013 Wednesday, April 10, 2013 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Hampton Inn Fairhaven BayCoast Bank One Hampton Way 95 William St. Fairhaven, MA 02719 New Bedford, MA 02740 6. 10. Sponsored by: Sponsored by:

Diversified Marketing Group

Register online for upcoming Business After Hours by visiting www.newbedfordchamber.com or calling (508) 999-5231.

11 Calendar of Chamber Committee Meetings Contact the Chamber office for more information on any of these committees.

March Supported Employment Network - Wednesday, March 6th - 9:00 a.m. Government Affairs Committee Meeting - Friday, March 8th - 8:30 a.m. Women’s Forum Committee Meeting - Tuesday, March 12th - 8:30 a.m. Ambassadors Council Meeting - Thursday, March 14th - 11:45 a.m. SouthCoast Human Resources Council - Wednesday, March 20th - 8:00 a.m. Young Professionals Leadership Team Meeting - Friday, March 29th - 8:30 a.m.

April Supported Employment Network - Wednesday, April 3rd - 9:00 a.m. Ambassadors Council Meeting - Thursday, April 4th - 11:45 a.m. Government Affairs Committee Meeting - Friday, April 12th - 8:30 a.m. Executive Committee - Tuesday, April 9th - 3:30 p.m. SouthCoast Human Resources Council - Wednesday, April 24th - 8:00 a.m. Board of Directors- Thursday, April 25th - 8:30 a.m. Young Professionals Leadership Team Meeting - Friday, April 26th - 8:30 a.m.

May Supported Employment Network - Wednesday, May 1st - 9:00 a.m. Ambassadors Council Meeting - Thursday, May 2nd - 11:45 a.m. Government Affairs Committee Meeting - Friday, May 10th - 8:30 a.m. SouthCoast Human Resources Council - Wednesday, May 22nd - 5:30 p.m. Board of Directors- Thursday, May 23rd - 8:30 a.m. Young Professionals Leadership Team Meeting - Friday, May 31st - 8:30 a.m.

Affordable advertising in the Chamber Focus Call the Chamber today to find out more at 508-999-5231 or visit www.newbedfordchamber.com

12 March - April Featured Member Discounts Urban Grille Crush Beverage Co., Inc. 15% off 10% off any purchase 15% off lunch or dinner. Dine-in only.

The Urban Grille brings a unique Crush is a boutique wine shop and trendy restaurant to historical specializing in wines from around downtown New Bedford which the world. offers diners an upscale dining experience, while offering an innovative menu selection.

For more information: For more information: phone: (508) 990-9900 phone: (774) 206-1855 email: [email protected] email: [email protected] website: www.urbangrillenb.com website: www.crushfinewines.com

To set up your discount or to view a complete list of discounts currently available to Chamber members, please visit www.newbedfordchamber.com or call 508-999-5231

You can relax knowing First Citizens’ offers more ways SCYPN CEO Unplugged: Keith Hovan, President & to manage your money wherever, whenever. CEO of Southcoast Health System You are invited Simplify your life. to attend the Start today! SCYPN’s CEO Unplugged series on Friday, ing first in his class with the Award for Online Banking March 15th from Academic Excellence and a Bachelors Mobile Banking 7:45 - 9:00 a.m. of Science in Nursing. He is a member at SouthCoast of the American College of Healthcare E-statements Health Systems, Executives. St. Luke’s Hospital, 101 Page Street, P2P payments New Bedford, MA. Seats are limited to 20-25 members (Person to person payments) of the SCYPN. The event is free for Bill Pay The March edition of the CEO members of the SCYPN, but pre-regis- Unplugged will feature Keith Hovan, tration is required. Registrations are on President & CEO of Southcoast Health a first come, first served basis. System. Hovan joined Southcoast as Registration is available online at President & CEO of Southcoast Hos- www.newbedfordchamber.com or call pitals Group in June 2008. He became 508-999-5231. President of Southcoast Health System in October 2010 and added the title of The mission of the SouthCoast Young CEO of Southcoast Health System in Professionals Network is to work with local Call 800-642-7515 or visit firstcitizens.org July 2011. and regional leaders, Chamber members and Federally Insured by NCUA other young professionals groups to attract and Equal Housing Opportunity Prior to joining Southcoast, Hovan was retain young talent in the SouthCoast region Executive Vice President & Chief Op- while also establishing our next generation of erating Officer at Danbury Hospital. business and community leaders. For more Hovan is a graduate of Sacred Heart information about the SCYPN or to join, University where he earned both a contact Rebecca Viera at 508-999-5231 or Masters of Science in Nursing, graduat- visit www.newbedfordchamber.com.

13 Connecting Activities AMP IT UP! GRANT TO AID LOCAL MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY Connecting Activities Staff to help facilitate initiative

The purpose of this initiative is to help AMP it up New Bedford! is supported by the

School change many common perceptions Greater New Bedford Workforce Investment Career and stereotypes regarding careers in Board, Inc. with funding provided by the Com- advanced manufacturing. monwealth Advanced Manufacturing Futures The Greater New Bedford Program administered by MassDevelopment Connecting Activities Partnership These surveys will be geared toward both educators and adults throughout About the Connecting Activities Partnership The Greater New Bedford Connecting Activities The Greater New Bedford Workforce the community and will be available at the offices of all our participating All information collected is confidential Partnership, a collaboration of the City of New Investment Board (GNWIB) was Bedford Office of the Mayor, the Greater New recently awarded a grant from Mass De- partners. The results of these surveys and reported at the aggregate level (i.e., will be used to inform the AMP It Up! Bedford Workforce Investment Board and Youth velopment’s AMP It Up campaign. The no individual teacher or schools are Council, Bristol Community College and the New New Bedford project partners and to GNWIB, in collaboration with the New named in our reporting.) Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce, promotes Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce, shape program activities, such as: job the connecting of academic and workplace learning New Bedford Public Schools, Bristol shadowing, roundtable discussions, If you would like more informa- through Connecting Activities workplace intern- Community College, the United Inter- industry-leader presentations, career tion about this project, or would like ships. Area employers assist High School seniors faith Action (UIA) and several local fairs, tours of manufacturing sites and to participate by taking one of our to make more informed decisions about their future manufacturing companies, are currently teacher externships. surveys, please contact New Bedford education and career choices. Currently we service distributing surveys throughout the lo- Area Chamber of Commerce Employer students at Dartmouth High School, Fairhaven High School, New Bedford High School, and Old cal community to assess current aware- Participating local manufacturing Specialist Ian Abreu at (508) 999-5231, companies include: Precix, Five Star ext 24, or by e-mail at: Rochester Regional High School. More information ness, knowledge, and attitudes regarding about the partnership is available at www.newbed- Advanced Manufacturing careers. Manufacturing, Acushnet Company/ [email protected]. Titleist and Lockheed Martin. fordchamber.com or by calling (508) 999-5231.

DCAMM Vertical Construction Certification Chamber Member Orientation Workshop for Public Bidding - March 27th about the benefits of their membership. Join us Wednesday, March 27th from 4-5 p.m. at the Hampton Inn Fairhaven, One Hampton Way, Fairhaven for our next member orientation. The Cham- ber’s monthly business after hours im- mediately follows the member orienta- Member Orientation held at Alma Del Mar tion. The Business After Hours provide Charter School in January an opportunity for members and non- The Chamber will be hosting quarterly members to mingle and build business membership orientations for those in- relationships in an informal, relaxed terested in joining, members who have business setting. For more information joined throughout the year and existing or to register, call 508-999-5231 or visit members interested in learning more www.newbedfordchamber.com. On Wednesday, March 27th, from provided on the bidding process and 8:30-10:30 a.m. learn about the requirements. DCAMM presenters will DCAMM certification process for pub- include Deputy General Counsel Susan Tax Credits for Advanced Energy lic bidding. This workshop is geared Goldfischer and Public Information to assisting the MBE/WBE and Small Manager Suzzette Waters. Manufacturers Contractor community in becoming The U.S. Energy & Treasury Manufacturers may qualify if they DCAMM-certified. This program will DCAMM Certification is required on Departments have announced $150 produce energy products associated cover the DCAMM Certification Ap- public bids that fall under M.G.L. c. million in tax credits for advanced with solar, wind, geothermal, electric plication requirements and the process 149, §44A. It covers the construction, energy manufacturers. This tax program grids, fuel cells, microturbines, energy for becoming certified as a Prime Con- reconstruction demolition maintenance is focused on strengthening America’s storage, electric or hybrid vehicles, tractor & Filed Sub-bidder for those or repair of a vertical building that its global competitiveness in clean energy efficient lighting and more. Concept parties interested in bidding on M.G.L. estimated total cost is over $100,000. manufacturing, increasing our energy papers must be submitted to the Dept. Chapter 149 and 149A vertical building For more information contact Suzzette security and creating new jobs and of Energy by April 9, 2013. For more construction work in the Common- Waters at [email protected]. opportunities for American workers. information visit energy.gov. wealth. Additional information will be

14 Welcome New Members Welcome New Members American Engineered Fabrics, Inc. Crush Beverage Co., Inc. The Herald News Rob Levine & Associates 1 Coffin Avenue 801 Purchase Street 207 Pocasset Street 34 Commercial Street New Bedford, MA 02746 New Bedford, MA 02740 Fall River, MA 02722 New Bedford, MA 02740 Phone: (508) 993-9622 Phone: (774) 206-1855 Phone: (508) 676-2560 Phone: (508) 529-1222 www.heraldnews.com www.roblevine.com Bristol District Attorney E.J. Pontiff Real Estate C. Samuel Sutter 13 Hamilton Street Hope Health Savers 888 Purchase Street New Bedford, MA 02740 765 Attucks Lane 1014 Kings Highway New Bedford, MA 02740 Phone: (508) 961-1671 Hyannis, MA 02601 New Bedford, MA 02745 Phone: (508) 997-0711 www.pontiffre.com Phone: (508) 957-0200 Phone: (508) 998-3899 www.bristolda.com www.hopehealth.org www.savers.com FlipKey Vacation Rentals Burgo Basketball Association Inc. 179 Lincoln Street, Suite 405 InsideOutsource Payroll Services, Inc. Sullivan and Cogliano Training Centers 101 Slocum Road Boston, MA 02110 43 Tower Drive 460 Belmont Street Dartmouth, MA 02748 Phone: (857) 366-6061 New Bedford, MA 02740 Brockton, MA 02301 Phone: (508) 951-3796 www.flipkey.com/south-shore-massa- Phone: (508) 990-1479 Phone: (508) 584-9909 www.bbabasketball.com chusettsbuzzards-bay-vacation-rentals/ www.insideoutsource.com www.sctrain.edu g1553680/ Collette Vacations Luzo Fishing Gear TUS Technologies, Inc. 180 Middle Street Foundation Management 126 MacArthur Drive 46 Gifford Street Pawtucket, RI 02860 Associates LLC New Bedford, MA 02740 New Bedford, MA 02744 Phone: (401) 261-9233 1213 Purchase Street Phone: (508) 996-8042 Phone: (508) 997-3200 www.ColletteVacations.com New Bedford, MA 02740 www.luzofishinggear.com www.tustech.com Phone: (781) 248-5759 www.fm-associates.com Melicious Media Urban Grille 165 Bayview Street 774 Purchase Street New Bedford, MA 02744 New Bedford, MA 02740 Phone: (774) 992-7454 Phone: (508) 990-9900 www.melicious-media.com www.urbangrillenb.com

New Bedford Housing Authority Wells Fargo Home Mortgage P.O. Box 2081 111 Washington St. Wednesday, March 20, 2013 - 8:00 a.m. New Bedford, MA 02740 Plainville, MA 02762 Rachel’s Lakeside Phone: (508) 997-4806 Phone: (508) 695-8263 950 State Road Dartmouth, MA 02747 newbedfordhousingauthority.org www.wfhm.com/john Topic: Wellness Programs that Help the Bottom Line including Round Table Discussion True Bounce Whaling City Clippers Cost: $23 56 Conduit Street 70 Morgan Street New Bedford, MA 02745 New Bedford, MA 02742-8827 Wednesday, April 24, 2013 - 8:00 a.m. Phone: (508) 999-3020 Phone: (508) 617-3736 Venus de Milo www.truebounce.com www.whalingcityclippers.com 75 Grand Army Hwy Swansea, Massachusetts Topic: Update on Federal Reform 2013 & 2014 Riquinha Landscaping Cost: $25 198 Branscob Street New Bedford, MA 02745 For more information or to register, contact Dorothy Botelho at Phone: (774) 202-3953 Interested in [email protected] or 508-999-5231 ext. 20. [email protected] Joining?

Contact the Chamber Corporate Sponsor: Rockett Real Estate Investments, LLC 36 N. Water Street, 2nd Floor (508) 999-5231 or join online at New Bedford, MA 02740 www.newbedfordchamber.com Primary Phone: (774) 202-2904

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New Bedford Chamber Calendar - Upcoming Events State of the City Member Orientation March Business April Business After Legislative SouthCoast Women’s To register for any event, or to view Luncheon After Hours Hours Luncheon Forum a calendar of upcoming Chamber events, Wednesday, March 27th visit www.newbedfordchamber.com Thursday, March 21st Wednesday, March 27th Wednesday, April 10th Thursday, April 11th Thursday, May 9th 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 5:00 - 7:00 a.m 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Registration begins Hampton Inn Fairhaven at 11:30 a.m.) One Hampton Way Hampton Inn Fairhaven BayCoast Bank Location: Hawthorne Country Club Fairhaven, MA 02719 One Hampton Way 95 William St. Cotali Mar Restaurante 970 Tucker Road Greater New Bedford Fairhaven, MA 02719 New Bedford, MA 02740 1178 Acushnet Avenue Dartmouth, MA 02747 Regional Voc-Tech High Free New Bedford, MA 02746 School- Field House Members - Free Members - Free Members - $37 www.facebook.com/ 1121 Ashley Blvd. Non-Members - $15 Non-Members - $15 Members: $35 Non-Members - $45 newbedfordareachamber New Bedford, MA 02745 $350 Table of Ten $450 Corporate Signed Table twitter.com/newbedfordarea $45 Members; $450 for a table of ten; $475 for a Non-Members: $45 www.linkedin.com/company/ corporate signed table $450 Table of Ten new-bedford-area-chamber- $550 Corporate Signed Table of-commerce