Join us as we continue to strengthen our new women in business group for chamber members to network, discuss leadership and industry topics, and have fun!

Location Info: 105 Miller St., Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Are you ready to elevate your expertise in aesthetic medicine? The Empire Fast Track™ Botox course is your ultimate gateway to mastering botulinum toxin injections. Designed for healthcare professionals such as physicians, dentists, and nurses, this course offers comprehensive, hands-on training that will empower you to perform Botox injections with precision and confidence.

Led by experienced physician trainers, the Botox Fast Track course covers everything from foundational techniques to advanced applications. You’ll gain a deep understanding of facial anatomy, learn how to address complications, and receive practical, real-world training to ensure you’re ready to treat your patients safely and effectively.

As the demand for non-surgical cosmetic treatments grows, the ability to offer Botox injections has become an essential skill for practitioners in the field of aesthetic medicine. This course equips you with the knowledge to expertly treat areas such as forehead lines, crow’s feet, and frown lines, delivering natural, subtle results that will leave your patients looking and feeling their best.

In addition, the course includes a business curriculum to help you establish and grow your aesthetic practice, attracting a loyal patient base. From marketing strategies to patient consultations, you'll learn how to effectively promote your services and manage your practice for long-term success. Whether you’re new to Botox or looking to enhance your existing skills, this program will fast-track your journey to success in the competitive field of aesthetic medicine.

Don’t miss out on this chance to advance your career and become a sought-after Botox specialist! Enroll in the Empire Fast Track™ Botox course today and take the first step toward excelling in the dynamic world of aesthetic treatments.

Join us for an exclusive, high-energy Real Estate Brunch designed for homebuyers, investors, and real estate professionals.

Your Brand Speaks Before You Do

In today's competitive market, you need more than just photos you need a complete branding experience.

Looking to expand your skill set in the booming field of aesthetic medicine? The Empire Fast Track™ Dermal Fillers course is your ideal solution. Specifically designed for healthcare professionals like physicians, dentists, and nurses, this course offers in-depth, hands-on training in dermal filler injections.

Led by renowned physician trainers, the Dermal Fillers Fast Track course covers everything from basic filler techniques to advanced contouring strategies. You’ll dive into essential topics such as facial anatomy, patient assessment, and complication management, all while gaining practical experience that will set you apart from your peers.

The demand for dermal filler treatments continues to rise as patients seek non-invasive ways to restore volume, enhance facial features, and achieve a youthful appearance. With this course, you'll learn how to inject dermal fillers with artistry and precision, tailoring treatments to the unique needs of each patient. From lip enhancement to cheek volume restoration, you’ll develop the skills needed to deliver results that will keep your patients coming back.

In addition to mastering injection techniques, the Dermal Fillers Fast Track course offers comprehensive training in managing complications, ensuring you can provide safe and effective treatments even in challenging cases. You’ll also gain invaluable insights into facial anatomy and the importance of symmetry and balance when performing filler injections, helping you achieve the most natural-looking results possible.

With a special focus on creating natural, youthful results and enhancing your patient consultations, this course provides you with the tools you need to excel in the aesthetic industry. Plus, the business curriculum will give you the insights to build a thriving practice and attract more clients. Whether you're looking to refine your technique or expand your services, the Dermal Fillers Fast Track course will fast-track your success in aesthetic medicine.

Step into the world of dermal fillers and take your career to the next level with Empire Fast Track™. Enroll now and start delivering stunning results that will set you apart as an expert in the field of aesthetics.

Get ready to level up your training skills in just one day at our Train-The-Trainer Workshop!

This will give you Basic knowledge to successfully apply for a loan and strengthen your business financial readiness. This webinar is designed to help small business owners navigate the loan application process with confidence. You will gain a clear understanding of what lenders look for, what documents are required, and how to prepare your business financials to improve your chances of approval.

Speaker will be Scott Arnold, CTSBDC Business Advisor.

Contact Info: Click here for more information and to register.

The Morris Public Library Online presents the Women & Money Online Series: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets, on July 16, August 13, September 10, October 15, November 12, December 10 at 1 PM, with Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone, of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management.

The Women & Money Series is a way to empower and educate women of any age on financial matters that affect their lives. Morris patrons are invited to participate in the sessions on a monthly basis.

Register BELOW:

July 16th @ 1PM: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets: 

https://darienlibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1m8oxsmVTQmPLxqw9Wzmkw#/registration

August 13th @ 1PM: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets:

https://darienlibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JR07jXwjSf6RJy2IZvBRzw#/registration

September 10th @ 1PM: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets: 

https://darienlibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_epE5rYgTRliog1eRrCwIRA#/registration

October 15th @ 1PM: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets:

https://darienlibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_b5bTd0D4RDGV50-9BibX_w#/registration

November 12th @ 1PM: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets:

https://darienlibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PQJyS6M7SJKbMztioEYnEQ#/registration

December 10th @ 1PM: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets:

https://darienlibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yocfR_byTUinIZZTuRFp9w#/registration

Bios:

Julia Strayer, CPWA®, CIMA®, CRPC®

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor

Prior to joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2000, Julia was a vice president and private banker for BankBoston’s Private Bank for 7 years, responsible for asset management and trust services. Previously, Julia worked in marketing for 9 years with Merrill. Julia has a BA from Ohio State University and an MBA from New York University’s Stern School of Business. Julia has appeared on the CNBC show “Power Lunch,” CBS “This Morning,” WGCH’s “Women in Business,” in addition to featured articles in USA Today.

Liz Maccarone, CRPC®, SE-AWMA™

Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor

Liz joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2012. Liz works closely with high-net-worth individuals and their families to create personalized and comprehensive strategies that support their goals, including investment management, retirement planning, liability management, and multigenerational planning. Liz values the importance of establishing and cultivating relationships with families including the next generation.

Liz graduated from Fairfield University with a dual bachelor’s degree in Finance and Marketing. She began her career working at a boutique investment firm as a Business Development Associate, specializing in commodities and futures.

Innovation: Empowering Ideas, Cultivating Creativity

Innovation is essential for all types of businesses—whether you’re building the next new widget or introducing a new way of solving a niche problem.

Our panel of industry experts will dig into what innovation really means. We’ll discuss how to take new ideas to market and how to know whether your idea is viable. Bring your questions.

InnovationEmpowering Ideas, Cultivating Creativity

Interested in engaging with entrepreneurs in your community? Looking for tips and advice about launching and growing a small business? Curious about whether your business idea is viable? This event is for you.

The Wind Up is an opportunity to network with like-minded entrepreneurs, gain insight from a panel of seasoned small business owners, and pitch your business idea.

Innovation is essential for all types of businesses—whether you’re building the next new widget or introducing a new way of solving a niche problem. Our panel of industry experts will dig into what innovation really means. We’ll discuss how to take new ideas to market and how to know whether your idea is viable. Bring your questions.

Light refreshments from our food sponsor, Ani’s Table & Marketplace. Registration required.

PANEL

• Dave Louden, Founder and Lead Strategist, LoudenClear
• Tisa Rabun-Marshall, Head of Marketing, Nassau Financial Group
• Jackie Valliere, Assistant Director, Marketing & Events, The Hartford

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If you are a Windsor-neighboring, female identifying professional or entrepreneur looking to expand your business TO Windsor, join us!

Each session, we kick things off in a casual way, with snacks and conversations. We welcome guest facilitators from the Windsor Worx and Windsor Chamber business community to guide us through meaningful and educational topics that benefit all modern female business owners and professionals! Open to current chamber members and those curious about joining!

Tickets are PAY WHAT YOU CAN, minimum of $1 to help with refreshments and snacks.

We invite you to learn more about all the benefits and camaraderie the Windsor Chamber of Commerce has to offer at www.windsorcc.org

MAY MEETUP!

Join us Wednesday May 21st @ 6pm at Windsor Worx for May's Women's Networking meetup.

In this interactive session - What's the Problem? - our Featured Facilitators Ellen Last and Annie Scully of Slalom will dive into the Double Diamond approach and Design Thinking strategies to help you identify and tackle real challenges in your business.

Engage in hands-on activities that promote collaboration and innovation, allowing you to turn challenges into opportunities, and gain insights into framing problems effectively to develop impactful solutions.

Join us at the Burlington CT Chamber of Commerce on the 3rd Thursday of every month! Connect with local business leaders, share updates, and discover new ways to support our vibrant community. Enjoy complimentary sandwiches and drinks while you network. Everyone is welcome—come see what we're all about!

MONTHLY MARKETING MEETUPS at HAYVN

IN-PERSON EVENT

Friday, 7/18/25: 9am-5pm

• 9:30am-10:30am: Ask The Experts
• 12pm-1pm: Marketing Collective Monthly Meetup
• 9am-5pm: Marketing Coworking Day - cowork at HAYVN for the day with your peers

COST

• HAYVN Members: Free with code on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com
• Non-Members: $25, includes your day of coworking at HAYVN

LOCATION

• HAYVN Darien

Join us for HAYVN'S Monthly Marketing Meetups which may include:

• Connecting and exchanging insights and resources with fellow marketers across diverse fields, such as content creation, branding, design, video production, AI, and more.
• Featured expert guest speakers and workshops/training
• Ask The Experts
• Marketing Collective Meetup
• HAYVN Marketing Podcast
• How to participate in HAYVN's Marketing Cooperative
• Plus, marketers can cowork at HAYVN for the day

ABOUT ASK THE EXPERTS: 9:30am-10:30am

Join our interactive group session! Bring a burning marketing question and have it answered by HAYVN’s panel of multi-disciplinary marketing professionals. Open to public.

ABOUT THE MARKETING COLLECTIVE: 12pm-1pm

The HAYVN Marketing Collective is a dynamic group of marketing professionals who come together monthly to network, share insights, and exchange resources. Through guest speakers, interactive sessions, and masterminds, members collaborate to solve business challenges and work cross-functionally on paid marketing projects. This collective fosters innovation and teamwork, driving growth for businesses and entrepreneurs alike.

ABOUT HAYVN HUB FOR MARKETING

HAYVN’s membership boasts passionate marketers from every industry and marketing discipline – social, email, branding, strategy, design, video, copywriting, public relations and more. They provide a wealth of knowledge for the HAYVN community as well as a dynamic, supportive network for each other.

The HAYVN Hub for Marketing is the newest addition to HAYVN’s roster of subject matter hubs that currently include Sustainability and Social Impact, Health and Wellness, Empowering Women and Entrepreneurship – all adding to the diverse mix of talented professionals that are a part of fabric of HAYVN.

Questions? Contact communitymanager@hayvn.com

CAN'T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications.

CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour

WANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events

The “Women in Power” event is dedicated to reuniting young ladies with the purpose of helping them find their path and boosting their self-confidence.

This workshop provides prospective business owners with the tools they need to create an effective business plan. Using a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis will help them be proactive instead of reactive.

It will assist in developing a real-world business strategy that is focused, realistic and tailored to your business.

• What a SWOT analysis is
• How to prepare a basic business plan
• How a SWOT analysis helps create a clear picture of an effective planning process by providing a reality check and help you think both short and long term
• How to use a SWOT analysis to provide an overall view of the key factors influencing the future of your business
• How to incorporate the results of the SWOT analysis into the preparation of a business plan

While in industry, Dr. Hoffman held positions ranging from research and development engineer, group manager, project manager to general manager. In aerospace, he worked on the space shuttle and the Titan rocket. He holds a patent for a Digital Scan Converter Employing an Accelerated Scan. He is the author of project management and capstone project books and more than twenty academic and technical papers. Dr. Hoffman teaches engineering management courses at Fairfield University. He recently retired as associate dean of the School of Engineering and Computing at Fairfield University.

Meta Roundtable: Empower Your Business with AI

Party at La Plage Westport &

Gold Coast Connect's Summer Networking Event!

Join us at Westport's premier party spot La Plage Westport.

Hosted by Randi Shapiro Lehrman

The Patio Bar is the place to be for Summer!

Meet, Mingle and Connect with the Gold Coast Connect Community at our Summer Networking Party, with networking the Gold Coast Connect Way!

La Plage Westport is a waterfront casual Restaurant & Oyster Bar showcasing a coastal cuisine focused on locally harvested seafood and shellfish, garden fresh produce and sustainable meats, served in a relaxed atmosphere with views of the Saugatuck River and Long Island Sound.

Event Location: La Plage Westport, 260 Compo Road South, Westport, CT 06880

Date: Tuesday Jul 22, 2025 - Hours: 6pm-9pm

Rain Date: July 23rd, 2025

Hors d'oeuvres, Music, Cash Bar, On the Patio

Mingle Tickets are $40 in Advance

About Gold Coast Connect

Gold Coast Connect is a Networking and Event Company, we produce a variety of events that connect businesses and consumers in a personal way. Our Social platforms are designed to promote our members businesses. Our Private Facebook Group for Fairfield County, CT has over 5000 active members, and is the ideal platform for our Gold Coast Members to connect, share and promote your businesses.

@GoldCoastConnect

https://www.facebook.com/groups/goldcoastconnect/

Business Facebook Page: https://business.facebook.com/GoldCoastConnectLLC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goldcoastconnectllc/

More About La PLAGE Westport

La PLAGE Westport is located at, 260 Compo Road South, Westport, CT.

https://www.laplagewestport.com/

@LaPlageWestport

www.instagram.com/laplagewestport

www.facebook.com/laplagewestport

Description Chamber Business After Hours take place at a different member business the fourth Wednesday of each month.

The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce is the voice of our business community and the premier business membership organization in the region. Each year, your Chamber helps entrepreneurs grow their businesses, professionals lead their organizations, and community leaders expand their reach in support of a vibrant business environment and a thriving local economy that benefits everyone.

This event offers new, existing, and potential members an opportunity to make connections with other Chamber members and staff. During the conversation, you will be able to introduce your organization to the other attendees. In addition, you will learn how we promote and serve the Valley business community and your individual business through advocacy and partnerships.

Your membership is an important investment in the future of our community and your business. As a Chamber member, you have access to a host of events and programs that will help you grow your business. Your Chamber membership provides you with cost-saving resources, valuable networking opportunities, and a chance to develop your business skills.

Please join the Staff and Ambassadors of the Greater Valley Chamber in-person for this FREE event.

Network with young professionals from Bristol, Burlington, Farmington, Plainville, Plymouth, Thomaston, Wolcott, and beyond! You will be supporting two locally owned businesses, The Bristol Bazaar and Yellow King Brews, which are both members of the Central CT Chamber of Commerce.

This is an excellent place to network with other people interested in growing small businesses- whether you’re just getting started or have been in business for years, you will enjoy this refreshing perspective on achieving success.

During this interactive workshop, you will start to build your business plan – your roadmap for success.

You will get a pragmatic, straightforward tool for setting goals, developing action plans for achieving them, and measuring how you are doing.

You will learn about:

• How to research the market - your industry, customers, and competitors
• How to analyze your own business
• How to define/refine your business niche
• How to set business objectives
• How to create a simple action plan to achieve your objectives
• How to set up monthly tools to monitor your progress against your goals

Before the workshop, think about:

• What are your business goals? In both financial and personal terms
• What, specifically, is your product or service? Why would potential customers buy from you and not your competitor?

Presenter: Peter Tallian

Peter Tallian's expertise is in financial analysis, improving cash flow, budgeting, operations and team management. He has used these skills and put them to work in managing manufacturing, service and technology companies. Peter has worked with teams in the United States, Asia, Europe and Brazil. In his career with five very different companies, Peter has dealt with many significant challenges including growing revenue, effective pricing, cost management, accounts receivable and bankruptcy.

As a SCORE mentor, Peter has worked with about 40 entrepreneurs in a wide variety of businesses throughout Fairfield County over the past 3 years. He started his own business three years ago and is dealing with the challenges of growing a profitable business.

Join us for the bimonthly membership meeting held on the first Wednesday of every other month beginning Feb. 5, 2025 at different member locations.

2025 schedule:

• Wed. Feb. 5, 2025 | Location: Kent Memorial Library, 32 North Main St., co-hosted by The Kent Dispatch
• Wed. April 2, 2025 | Location: 109 Cheese Market, 6 Kent Green Blvd.
• Wed. June 4, 2025 | Location: Kent Art Association, 21 South Main St.
• Wed. Aug. 6, 2025| Location: Hudson Valley Preservation, 27 Maple St.
• Wed. Oct. 1, 2025 | Location: Wilson’s Café, 8 North Main St.
• Wed. Dec. 3, 2025 | Location: TBD

What is Code and Coffee? Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you!

The Intro Circle

Near the beginning of the event (11:00 am), we do a standup in a circle:

• We first announce organizer announcements, updates, and logistics
• Round 1 - (7 secs max):
  • Your name
  • What you can help others with
  • What you would like help with
  • Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool.
• Round 2: Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.

Community Discord - come hang out before and after: https://discord.com/invite/xZNGCz6uXg

We will be looking to take photos during the meet up. Let one of the organizers know if you would rather we not include you in the photos.

This workshop will provide an overview of Social Security payments, including eligibility, application processes, and strategies to maximize your retirement income. AARP New York is your wise friend - with the financial education you've been looking for!

About the Event AARP New York is proud to present Money Mindset, a bi-weekly series of virtual workshops designed to empower you with practical knowledge and skills for managing your money. From credit and debt to benefits and estate planning, each session will provide actionable insights to help you finesse your finances. On August 12, join us for Get Social Security Savvy. This workshop will provide an overview of Social Security payments, including eligibility, application processes, and strategies to maximize your retirement income. Register today! And please be sure to sign up for the next session in the series HERE.

How to Join Sign in to your aarp.org account or create an account to register for events. AARP membership is not required. You will receive an email with the Zoom link before the session. Consult your financial advisor for advice regarding your personal situation.

Description

The Central CT Chambers of Commerce's women's-only networking group.

The Morris Public Library Online presents the Women & Money Online Series: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets, on July 16, August 13, September 10, October 15, November 12, December 10 at 1 PM, with Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone, of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management.

The Women & Money Series is a way to empower and educate women of any age on financial matters that affect their lives. Morris patrons are invited to participate in the sessions on a monthly basis.

Register BELOW:

July 16th @ 1PM: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets: 

https://darienlibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1m8oxsmVTQmPLxqw9Wzmkw#/registration

August 13th @ 1PM: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets:

https://darienlibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JR07jXwjSf6RJy2IZvBRzw#/registration

September 10th @ 1PM: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets: 

https://darienlibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_epE5rYgTRliog1eRrCwIRA#/registration

October 15th @ 1PM: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets:

https://darienlibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_b5bTd0D4RDGV50-9BibX_w#/registration

November 12th @ 1PM: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets:

https://darienlibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PQJyS6M7SJKbMztioEYnEQ#/registration

December 10th @ 1PM: How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets:

https://darienlibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yocfR_byTUinIZZTuRFp9w#/registration

Bios:

Julia Strayer, CPWA®, CIMA®, CRPC®

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor

Prior to joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2000, Julia was a vice president and private banker for BankBoston’s Private Bank for 7 years, responsible for asset management and trust services. Previously, Julia worked in marketing for 9 years with Merrill. Julia has a BA from Ohio State University and an MBA from New York University’s Stern School of Business. Julia has appeared on the CNBC show “Power Lunch,” CBS “This Morning,” WGCH’s “Women in Business,” in addition to featured articles in USA Today.

Liz Maccarone, CRPC®, SE-AWMA™

Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor

Liz joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2012. Liz works closely with high-net-worth individuals and their families to create personalized and comprehensive strategies that support their goals, including investment management, retirement planning, liability management, and multigenerational planning. Liz values the importance of establishing and cultivating relationships with families including the next generation.

Liz graduated from Fairfield University with a dual bachelor’s degree in Finance and Marketing. She began her career working at a boutique investment firm as a Business Development Associate, specializing in commodities and futures.

Get ready for a fun night of networking and leadership development with fellow CT CPCU members at Yard Goats Stadium!

Description

Join us at the Burlington CT Chamber of Commerce on the 3rd Thursday of every month! Connect with local business leaders, share updates, and discover new ways to support our vibrant community. Enjoy complimentary sandwiches and drinks while you network. Everyone is welcome—come see what we're all about!