May/June Focus Newsletter 2016 by SouthCoast Chamber

The New Bedford Area

Chamber Focus Business News for and about Members of the New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce

Inside May - June 2016 Message from the CEO ..........................2 Connecting Activities..............................3 Emerging Leader Awards......................4 Good News ..............................................6 Welcome New Members ......................10 Featured Member Discounts ...............13 SCYPN Events.......................................14

May - June 2016

Chamber to Recognize Businesses with Awards at June Good Morning SouthCoast! The Chamber will be introducing two new awards at the June Good Morning SouthCoast. Traditionally in June the Chamber has presented the Small Business of the Year Award. This year we want to recognize large businesses and non-profits along with small businesses as they all make valuable contributions to our local economy and help support our community. The 2016 Small Business of the Year, Non-Profit/Educational Institution of the Year and Large Business of the Year awards will be presented at the Chamber’s next edition of Good Morning SouthCoast! which is scheduled for Thursday, June 16, 2016 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at Rachel’s Lakeside, 950 State Road, Dartmouth. This event brings together local business leaders to celebrate the accomplishments of businesses and non-profits in our community. Each of the nominees will be recognized at the event and the winners will be announced.

• Chamber Hosts Successful Job Fair page 8 • Chamber Employee Celebrates 35 years - page 13 • Update from the Southeastern MA Visitors Bureau - page 14 • Upcoming Events from the SouthCoast Young Professional Network - page 14

Large Business (more than 50 employees) Small Business (50 employees or fewer) AHEAD Acushnet Company SERVPRO Horacio’s Flour Girls Baking Company US Drywall Inc Quahog Republic Whalers’ Tavern Waring-Sullivan Homes of Memorial Celia’s Boutique Tribute and Rock Funeral Home SEASTREAK Hope Yoga Studio/LA Cycle Studio The event will also feature a presentation Doctors Express from keynote speaker, Randy Helm, inThe Pasta House Fairfield Inn & Suites, WayPoint Event terim chancellor of UMass Dartmouth. Peyton Randolph (Randy) Helm, former Center Muhlenberg College President, was apNon-Profit/Educational Institution pointed interim chancellor of UMass Dartmouth beginning in March of this New Bedford YMCA year. Helm retired last year after leading UMASS Charlton College of Business Muhlenberg College for 12 years and New Bedford Symphony Orchestra was named President Emeritus by the Devin Laubi Foundation College’s trustees at Commencement Child and Family Services last May. Better Community Living Rail to Boston Coalition Before his Muhlenberg presidency, Interise Helm served as vice president for colThe award nominees are:

ment at the University of Pennsylvania.

At Muhlenberg, Helm presided over an era of growth and transformation, during which applications and enrollment increased, as the colconKeynote speaker, Randy lege tinued to Helm, interim chancellor of gain acclaim. UMass Dartmouth. Muhlenberg’s endowment more than tripled -- rising from $70 million to $247 million – with that growth fueled by a $110 million capital campaign Helm oversaw. Helm was also credited with improving campus facilities and student life and developing a new curriculum. Muhlenberg also became more diverse during Helm’s presidency. continued on page 8

The New Bedford Area Chamber Focus is the official news publication of the New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce 794 Purchase Street • New Bedford, MA 02740 508-999-5231 • fax 508-999-5237 • focus@newbedfordchamber.com Editor: Rebecca Laliberte • Photographer: Rebecca Laliberte Board of Directors Chair of the Board David Maher, Lockheed Martin Chair Elect Joseph Michaud, Law Office of Joseph L. Michaud Vice Chair of Government Affairs Kim Perry, Waring Sullivan Homes of Memorial Tribute/SCI Vice Chair of Economic Affairs Beth Sylvia Caldwell, Sylvia Group Vice Chair of Membership Advancement Jeffrey P. Pagliuca, Webster Bank Vice Chair of Community Affairs Daniel E. Waltz, Southern Mass Credit Union Treasurer Carl W. Taber, BayCoast Bank Immediate Past Chair Mary Harrington, South Coast Consulting LLC Directors Nathan Araujo, R4L Management Henry Arruda, WJFD-FM Stephen Canessa, Southcoast Health Systems Hank Conaty, Acushnet Company Stephen W. Connulty, Paul & Dixon Insurance Wendy Cullum, Michel Cullum Associates Ron Ellis, Edward Jones Gail Fortes, YWCA of Southeastern Massachusetts Jeffrey Glassman, Darn It, Inc. Ellen Gitlin, Diversified Marketing Group Jen Hartley, Hampton Inn Gerry Kavanaugh, UMASS-Dartmouth Chuck Lord, AHEAD Lynne Mastera, Precix Lynn Motta, BankFive Peter J. Muise, First Citizens’ Federal Credit Union Caroline Paradis, Junior Achievement John Sbrega, Bristol Community College John Silva, Santander Bank A. Jack Silva, Bristol County Savings Bank Rober Unger, Unger LeBlanc Nate Weare, Fairfield Inn & Suites Director Emeritus Joel E. Burns Your Chamber Staff 508-999-5231 President & CEO, Rick Kidder - Ext. 25 Director of Operations & Finance, Dorothy Botelho, IOM - Ext. 20 Manager of Workforce & Business Development, Ian Abreu - Ext. 24 Supported Employment Network Coordinator, Joanne Rego - Ext. 28 Communications Manager, Rebecca Laliberte - Ext. 27 Programs & Events Manager - Deven Tillman - Ext. 26 Membership Development Account Representative - Alex Paleologos - Ext. 29 Tourism & Marketing Coordinator - Kelli Munroe - Ext. 22

Chamber Update

Message from the President/CEO Phew! We made it through the Chamber’s version of March Madness with our staff intact and the community better off for the hard work they did. There was something for everyone in these important Chamber events!

The Chamber is a community steward, charged with improving the economy of our region. But the Chamber cannot do this work alone. Through partnerships with the Economic Development Council, Bristol Community College and the Workforce Investment Board, the Chamber looks to promote and complement a seamless economic development framework that aids in the strengthening of our economy. Our partners and we aid the private sector in their quest to build business and add jobs without We began the month with the Seafood which no community can thrive. Buyer’s Visit where buyers from around the globe came to New Bedford for a The SouthCoast is not without its chalday organized by the Chamber and the lenges, and through its efforts at advocaMassachusetts Export Center to taste cy and representing the collective voice our seafood, tour a fishing vessel and of nearly a thousand businesses, the place orders for the finest scallops in Chamber fights for economic prosperthe world. The next two days saw sev- ity and to overcome the challenges of eral thousand people attend the annual our area through good policy and sound Home Show as some of the finest busi- management. We must work together to nesses in this region that cater to busi- improve our schools. We must address ness-to-consumer met the public and head-on the specters of poverty and built new customer bases. drug abuse. We must never accept our current realities as our inevitable future. Mayor Jon Mitchell delivered the annual State of the City Address at a Chamber The Chamber is committed to business luncheon for 450 people where he out- success as one way to help lift the area lined his plans for the growth and devel- as a whole. Members of our Board of opment of our great city and meeting Directors since the 1880’s share a long the challenges of an economically di- legacy of community and regional leadverse city with a rich history and a bright ership that has helped guide this region future. Our final event for March was at every stage of its development. These the immensely successful SouthCoast community leaders are all busy in their Job Fair which brought more than a own right, running businesses, makthousand job seekers in front of more ing payroll and keeping the economy than 90 companies that are hiring now. vibrant. We are fortunate that they are Not a bad month for the Chamber! committed to more than their own businesses. They want Greater New Bedford A great month for the Chamber is not to be great and continually guide this orrare. The team works diligently every ganization with greatness in mind. day to serve the business community and the community at large by offering We thank our members who share our programs and services designed to help vision in building a strong economy and businesses grow and prosper. Every suc- elevating our region to new heights! cess story helps to build our economy, provide jobs and benefits and aids in the Sincerely, reinvention of this great area.

Greater New Bedford Connecting Activities Partnership Thanks Area Employers By: Ian Abreu The Greater New Bedford Connecting Activities Partnership would like to thank the 150-plus employers in New Bedford and the SouthCoast region for hosting high school interns at their establishments during the 2015-2016 academic year. We appreciate your contributions to develop our future workforce, help our students make more informed college and career decisions and contribute to our community’s educational experience. Employers who participate in the Connecting Activities Partnership program take the time to plan tasks for the interns to complete that will improve their skills throughout the duration of their internship. At the beginning and end of the student’s internship, employers complete reviews through the Massachusetts Work Based Learning Plan, an online diagnostic goal setting and assessment tool used to gauge the improvement of student’s skill levels while at their internship.

“These valuable internship experiences allow our local students a robust opportunity to become college-and-career ready,” said New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce Manager of Workforce & Business Development Ian Abreu. “Essentially, when an employer hosts a high school intern, they are making an investment in the future workforce development of our community. These students will one day become the future employees of these local businesses.”

at Old Colony Regional Voc-Tech High current technology in the workplace, School in Rochester. The event took proper business etiquette and hiring practices. place on Wednesday, March 16th. “Anytime we can get employers into The goal of this Career Fair was to our local schools to speak with students provide an opportunity for current about career paths and latest trends students to meet employers face-to- their industries, it’s a ‘win-win’ for face, make contacts, explore career everyone,” said Abreu. “Hopefully, options or co-op’s, and inquire about these professionals will provide new, available internships and or entry-level innovative ways to approach college and jobs once they have graduated. There career readiness for these students. New was also time for staff Q&A for all of business connections in the community our presenters about latest trends and can only mean new more co-op and best hiring practices in their particular employment opportunities for our students.” industries.

The fair, which was made available to the entire sophomore class, featured oral presentations from 12 different local employers covering a wide range “priority industries”, such as offshore OCRVTHS Sophomores Take Part wind, commercial fishing, advanced in Successful Third Annual “Career manufacturing, information technology and finance. Fair” The GNBCAP hosted and facilitated The presenting employers covered another successful annual “Career Fair” topics such as: latest industry trends,

Offshore Wind Increasingly Competitive on Cost

About the Connecting Activities Partnership The Greater New Bedford Connecting Activities Partnership, a collaboration of the City of New Bedford Office of the Mayor, the Greater New Bedford Workforce Investment Board and Youth Council, Bristol Community College and the New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce, promotes the connecting of academic and workplace learning through Connecting Activities workplace internships. Area employers assist High School seniors to make more informed decisions about their future education and career choices. Currently we service students at Dartmouth High School, Fairhaven High School, Global Learning Charter Public School, New Bedford High School, and Old Rochester Regional High School. More information about the partnership is available at www.newbedfordchamber.com or by calling (508) 999-5231.

By Paul Vigeant

For years, supporters have made a convincing case that offshore wind power can play a central role in scrubbing the air we breathe of millions of tons of carbon dioxide produced by burning fossil fuels.

The study focused on Massachusetts, where the Legislature is debating a bill that will shape the state’s energy policy for a generation. The study found that should Massachusetts adopt a requirement that the state’s utilities purchase 2,000 megawatts of power from offshore wind developers over the next decade, the cost of wind-generated power would fall by more than half to a competitive 10.8 ¢ per kilowatt hour (kWh).

But in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, which stands to lose more than 10 percent of its electric power production with the closing of obsolete nuclear power and fossil-fuel burning plants, the case for renewable power is as much about delivering large amounts That would make the price of offshore of electricity at competitive pricing as it wind more than competitive with natural is about clean air. gas and hydroelectric generation — even without the kinds of tax breaks that have That is why a study released March 15, been afforded the oil and gas producers 2016 by the University of Delaware and with none of the environmental Special Initiative on Offshore Wind is so costs that fossil fuels impose. important.

Cost has long been the hold-up for offshore wind in Massachusetts. The stalled Cape Wind project would have delivered power at a cost of 24¢/kWh, a price that both utilities and industrial users balked at. That project appears to be permanently derailed, however, three large wind farm developers hold leases on three tracts of ocean off the coast of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. The University of Delaware report predicts those developers should be able to deliver power under the initial contract at a rate of 16.2¢/kWh. By the end of the 2,000 MW buildout a decade later, those costs are predicted to fall to 10.8¢/kWh. The same market forces that are driving down the cost of offshore wind power in Europe — such as the efficiencies

gained from large-scale production and technological innovation — can be expected to work here. Of course, Europe has a more than 20-year head-start on the United States, and the United Kingdom will be producing power from offshore wind in the 10¢/ range within the next few years. The US will benefit from what Europe has learned. And as offshore wind developers recognize that the United States, with over 400,000 MW of wind power available off both coasts, is their next great market, they will build factories here to produce the hundreds of components necessary for wind turbine construction, assembly and deployment. That too will drive down the cost of delivery because those big, heavy pieces will no longer need to be shipped across continued on page 5 3

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Vera F. Vadeboncoeur Russell Mangsen Rayana Grace Jason Almeida Amy Chandler Melissa Viera Marissa Ferris Kelsey Garcia Vernon Miles Caitlyn Marie Fontes Joshua Fernandes Traci Calabrese Amanda DeGrace Erik Andrade Amanda McQuillan Nicole Gonsalves Doug Glassman Victoria Grasela Charlie Merrow Congratulations to all the nominees! The SouthCoast Emerging Leader Awards will be held Thursday, June 2nd, from 5:30-7:30 PM at the New Bedford Whaling Museum located at 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford. The cost to attend is $25 which includes admission to the cocktail reception, h’ordeuvres catered by Russell Morin and plenty of time for networking. A cash bar will also be available. Registration is required and available online at: www.newbedfordchamber.com or by calling 508-999-5231.

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an engaging, humorous and crystal clear style, this presentation will lay out the incredible value of formal mentoring programs tailored for the needs of your business. Friday Forums are free but registration is required. Registration is available online at www.newbedfordchamber.com or by calling 508-999-5231.

Offshore wind increasingly competitive on cost By Paul Vigeant (continued from page 3)

the ocean for assembly and installation here. And, once installed, those turbines will need to be operated and maintained. Together that will mean thousands of new jobs right here in Massachusetts as the new industry matures. The Massachusetts Legislature will vote this session to approve energy legislation that is expected to include offshore wind. With 2,000MW, Massachusetts can begin reaping the benefits of industrial scale power production, and lower long term price stability for ratepayers.

Ener g y%20&%20Technolog y%20Committee%20Forum%2001212015.pdf — Mass wind power costs should fall to 10.8 cents/ kwh within a decade: https://www.ceoe.udel.edu/ File%20Library/About/SIOW/MA-OffshoreWind-Future-Cost-Study-rev-4-April-16.pdf — costs will be competitive with gas, coal and other renewables: http://www.windpowermonthly.com/ article/1330525/onshore-wind-competitive-ever — offshore wind costs should hit 7 cents/kwh by 2030: http://www1.eere.energy.gov/wind/pdfs/ national_offshore_wind_strategy.pdf

Paul Vigeant is the Managing Director of the New Bedford Wind Energy — UK producing power in the 10 cents/kwh range: http://cleantechnica.com/2015/02/28/offshoreCenter

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— more than 400,000 MW of power available offshore in US: http://energy.gov/eere/wind/ wind-resource-assessment-and-characterization

Good News! Child & Family Services Welcomes 3 passionate about community service and New Directors to their Board currently serves as the Vice President of the Fall River Rotary Club, serves on the Board Lynn Motta is a First Vice President in of Directors at Greater Fall River Recreation the Commercial Services Department at and is a BankFive corporator. BankFive. Ms. Motta recently graduated from the ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking and received a Wharton Leadership Farland Corp. Is Merging, Expanding Certificate from The Wharton School, And Engineering A Better Tomorrow University of Pennsylvania. She is also a graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Farland Corp., an Dartmouth and Bristol Community emerging leader in College. Ms. Motta currently sits on the site construction, Board of Directors of the New Bedford is proud to Area Chamber of Commerce, Chairperson announce its of the Ambassador’s council and Small merger with Thompson Farland Land Business of the Year Committee, the BCC Surveying & Civil Engineering. Alumni Steering Committee, Bristol Paragon Awards Committee and is on the Advisory Thompson Farland brings with it the Committee for New Bedford High School combined experience of over 60 years in the Financial Academy. business as well as an intimate knowledge of local and state governance. This new joint Dr. Matthew H. Roy is Assistant Vice venture firmly establishes Farland Corp. as Chancellor for Civic Engagement at one of the only single source companies UMASS Dartmouth. He is also Director for engineering, land surveying and site of the Leduc Center for Civic Engagement construction in the region. Farland Corp. and a Professor of Management, with a is owned and operated by Christian and Ph.D. in Management from the University Elizabeth Farland who are lifelong residents of Rhode Island. In 2012, Professor Roy of New Bedford, MA. was appointed by Governor Deval Patrick to the Massachusetts Commission on Over the past four years, Farland Corp. and Civic Engagement and Learning, and he Thompson Farland have collaborated on also served on the Department of Higher many projects to provide excellent service Education’s Vision Project Planning to the SouthCoast. Due to the shared Committee. Dr. Roy’s efforts have assisted overlap of their industries, both companies the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth have benefitted from the other’s skills and in achieving a level of excellence in knowledge. With this merger, clients will community engagement as recognized by benefit from the combined abilities of the Carnegie Foundation and the President’s both companies with the goal of exceeding Higher Education Community Service client expectations on all projects in a timely, Honor Roll (among the top 15 Universities efficient and cost-effective manner. in the United States). The merger with Thompson Farland also Jennifer Vincent is the Director for represents a major landmark in the company Workforce and Sustainable Initiatives at history of Farland Corp. When Farland Bristol Community College where she writes Corp. was started back in 2008, the company grants and develops employer driven training only had four employees. Over the past eight to meet the dynamic and ever evolving years, that number has grown to 40 plus. workforce needs of the region. Jennifer In order to accommodate this remarkable served in the United States Marine Corps growth, Farland Corp will relocate its main Reserves for 6 years as an administrative clerk office to 401 County Street in New Bedford, and Public Relations coordinator. Jennifer MA. earned her Bachelors in History from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, Finally, to reﬂect the many new and exciting a Post Baccalaureate in Education and changes to Farland Corp, the firm has a Masters in the Art of Teaching from launched a new website at FarlandCorp.com. Bridgewater State University. Jennifer is Visit the revamped site to browse its full line 6

of services, contact their experts and learn Insurance Agent Honored by National more about Farland Corp. Contact Farland Society of CIC for 25- Year Commitment Corp’s main office at (508) 717-3479 or visit FC on the web at http://farlandcorp.com/ Rosemary Neto Hazzard of Neto Insurance Agency, Inc. was recently recognized for professional leadership and YMCA SOUTHCOAST Announces advances knowledge by the Society of New President/CEO Certified Insurance (CIC), YMCA SOUTHCOAST Board Chair, Peter Counselors C. Bullard, has a leading national announced the insurance professional appointment of organization. James Scherer as new President/ Rosemary’s ongoing allegiance and support of the CIC Program CEO. is a testament to the value she places on “real “We are privileged to welcome James Scherer world’ education and customer satisfaction. to YMCA Southcoast,” said Mr. Bullard, “Your clients, associates, and the insurance Chair of the YMCA Southcoast Board of profession as a whole continue to benefit Directors. “Jim is an energetic leader with from such dedication,” cited Dr. William T. an unparalleled commitment to community Hold, CIC, CPCU, CLU, President of the and development. We are confident that Jim society of CIC. will provide the leadership to guide the Y as it continues its mission of ensuring that The CIC Program is nationally recognized as all members of the south coast community the premier continuing education program will have the opportunity to live, grow, and for insurance professionals, with programs offered in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Headthrive.” quartered in Austin, Texas, the Society of A passionate career senior professional with CIC is a not-for-profit organization and the 33 years experience in the Y movement, founding program of The National Alliance Jim has served in four different YMCA for Insurance Education & Research. associations in key leadership positions. During his four year tenure as CEO for the Neto Insurance Agency was founded in Wallingford, CT YMCA, he strategically 1973 and has 2 offices in New Bedford and positioned the Y into a strong financial Fall River. performance the first year and maintained a quality financial foundation when he left in 2006. As Chief Operating Officer for the Greater Hartford YMCA from 2007-2015, SERVPRO of Dartmouth, New Jim supervised the Association’s 12 branches Bedford, Marion & Middleboro is proud with a combined revenue of $29M and 160 to welcome Chris Johnson as their new Marketing Representative. full time and 1000 part-time employees. Jim and his wife Gina, of 28 years, are blessed Chris brings with him over 20 years of sales with five boys and two girls. With great and marketing experience. anticipation, Jim and his family are eager to Serving as an Ambassador with the New join the YMCA Southcoast community! Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce, For more information about YMCA Chris is very well known throughout the SOUTHCOAST or to donate, visit one Southcoast and prides himself on having of the branches in Dartmouth, Fall River, developed a reputation for building strong Mattapoisett, New Bedford, Swansea and ties within the local community. Doug Glassman, owner of the 2 local franchises Wareham or online at ymcasouthcoast.org. states “the fact that Chris has a wealth of experience in sales and marketing combined with a history of running an insurance

Good News! agency and managing a commercial cleaning business makes him a perfect fit with us here “I am honored to have been appointed at SERVPRO.” as the President and CEO of this leading community financial institution that has In his role with SERVPRO, Chris is provided superior service and support to responsible for maintaining strong our communities for 80 years,” said Ms. relationships throughout the community as Danahey. well as handling marketing responsibilities such as social media, blogs, maintaining the Ms. Danahey succeeds Ross R. Upton who website, networking events, the list goes on! retired recently after serving the credit union We’re confident that Chris is certainly up to for 22 years, the last 8 years as President and the challenge. CEO.

and Sylvia Group executive to a second term Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts and Santander Bank as president of its board of directors. Partner to Bring Financial Literacy Programs to Students A graduate of New Bedford High School

and The American College, Lopes has been a member of the Veterans Housing Program board since 2008 and To learn more about SERVPRO check an employee them out on social media and visit their City of New Bedford’s Department of Sylvia Group since 2003. She served her websites servpronewbedford.com and of Community Services’ KoolDaYs first two-year term as board president in servpromarionmiddleborough.com 2009-2010. Program The City of New Bedford’s Department of St. Anne’s Board of Directors Names Community Services’ KoolDaYs Program is Eileen M. Danahey President/CEO looking for businesses in the Greater New Bedford area willing to host student groups William R. Bouchard, Chairman of the for short field trips this July or August. Board of St. Anne’s Credit KoolDaYs is a 6-week summer day program Union, is pleased that focuses on building STEAM skills to announce the science, technology, engineering, arts, and a p p o i n t m e n t math - for 4th and 5th grade public school of Eileen M. students. The Summer KoolDaYs Program Danahey as its will address the students’ need to strengthen new President math skills and to expand their knowledge and CEO. of science -- with a focus on ocean-based industries, engineering and technology. Chairman Bouchard notes, “Ms. Danahey has a track record of strong leadership. The program would like to bring groups of Her past responsibilities working for other about 40 students accompanied by adult staff financial institutions will weave perfectly and parent chaperones to local businesses with the history of St. Anne’s and our to talk about the types of industries that commitment to the communities and people contribute to the New Bedford economy. that we serve, and our motto, “We’re Making a Difference.” We are pleased to welcome If your company or business would be her as part of our team and look forward to willing to host a short tour (between 45 the positive impact she will have.” minutes to 2 hours) during the summer, please contact Mali Lim, Coordinator for Prior to becoming St. Anne’s Credit Union’s Community Education at 508-961-3020 or first female President and CEO, Eileen at mali.lim@newbedford-ma.gov. Danahey served as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Metro Credit Union in Chelsea, MA, a $1.4 billion asset Marine Veteran Lopes Leads Veterans credit union serving over 180,000 members. House Board Throughout her career, she quickly rose in the ranks through various financial management Whether serving her country, her community positions at other local community financial or her company, Rosemarie Soares Lopes institutions. A Certified Public Accountant, has consistently displayed a talent for Ms. Danahey obtained her BS in accounting leadership. Recently, the Southeastern Mass. from Providence College and earned an Veterans Housing Program recognized that talent by appointing the U.S. Marine veteran MBA at Boston College.

Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts announced recently that it received a grant of $21,100 from Santander Bank to bring financial literacy programs to students in Bristol and Plymouth counties. The programs will teach students concepts related to budgeting, saving, and money management with the intent of promoting the development of good financial habits. The partnership includes the involvement The Veterans Housing Program operates the of volunteers from Santander Bank to help Veterans Transition House in New Bedford, deliver the programs to students. where it assists homeless and at-risk vets and their families. In addition to providing “Giving young people an understanding of shelter, the VTH is a source of services for how to work with money responsibly is a healing from substance abuse and teaching top priority for Junior Achievement because it’s not just important to the well-being of life skills. the individual, but to their families and our “We’re pleased that Rose is willing to serve community as a whole,” said Caroline Paradis, another term as board president and look JA president. “We’re thankful to Santander forward to her continued leadership on Bank for providing the resources necessary behalf of the Southeastern Mass. Veterans for this partnership to help our young people Housing Program,” Reid said in a statement grow up to be successful adults.” on behalf of the organization’s board and The grant is part of a national partnership staff. between Junior Achievement and Santander. Before entering the insurance industry, In all, six cities are participating in this effort: Lopes served six years in the Marine Corps, Philadelphia, PA; New York, NY; Boston, attaining the rank of sergeant and earning a MA; Providence, RI; Harford, CT; and New National Defense Service Medal, two Navy Bedford, MA. and Marine Corps Achievement Medals, a Commandant of the Marine Corps Letter “To succeed in our global economy, our of Recognition and multiple Certificates of young people need to be prepared to enter college and the workforce with an Commendation. understanding of how to manage money,” In addition to working on behalf of the said Sarah Lindstrom, Region President Veterans Transition House, Lopes serves South and West New England. on the Leadership SouthCoast Board of Directors and is a member of the United Way of Greater New Bedford’s Citizens Review Team.

Lopes and her husband, Celio, live in New Bedford with their sons, Antonio and Jathan.

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Chamber’s Annual “SouthCoast Job Fair” Attracts over 1,000 Local Job Seekers The New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce, the Greater New Bedford Workforce Investment Board, the Greater New Bedford Career Center and Bristol Community College hosted its second annual “SouthCoast JobFair” on Thursday, March 31, 2016 at the Seaport Inn & Marina in Fairhaven, Ma.

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The event, which had taken place from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., connected over 1,000 local job seekers with over 90 local, regional and national companies—all of Artists, Ashley Bendiksen Professional which had employment opportunities Services and Amp it up! New Bedford. for either full, part time or seasonal The date of the 3rd annual “SouthCoast work. Job Fair,” which will take place in 2017, The Chamber staff will report the fair’s is still TBD.

hiring data once it is received, compiled Please contact New Bedford Area and analyzed. Chamber of Commerce Manager of The success of this annual event Workforce & Business Development Ian wouldn’t be possible without the Abreu at (508) 999-5231, ext. 24, or, via contributions of our sponsors, and they email at iabreu@newbedfordchamber. were: New Bedford Guide, Southcoast com if you would like more information, Media Group, Townsquare Media, or, if your company would like to Doctor’s Express Urgent Care, Altus participate in next year’s event. Dental, Imagemakers Photographic

Chamber to Recognize Businesses with Awards at June Good Morning SouthCoast! (continued from front cover)

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Helm said he looked forward to serving Pre-registration is required. To reserve a at UMass Dartmouth. seat for the Good Morning SouthCoast please contact the New Bedford Area “This is an institution committed to Chamber of Commerce at transforming lives through the power 508-999-5231, ext. 26 or visit of higher education, a purpose to which www.newbedfordareachamber.com. I have dedicated my career. With half of the University’s undergraduates being first-generation college-attendees, almost 40 percent qualifying for Pell grants, and many holding down jobs Sponsored by: in addition to taking classes, UMass Dartmouth students are clearly motivated, determined, pragmatic and focused on their future,” he said. The cost is $27.50 for members, $45 for non-members and $250 for a table of ten and includes a buffet breakfast.

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Welcome New Members Aﬂac - Artie Pacheco 55 Friendship St. Fall River, MA 02724 Phone: (774) 526-9137

Healthcare Solutions Team 28 N. Water St. New Bedford, MA 02740 Phone: (508) 503-3509

Pin Tight Marketing 67 Mill St. New Bedford, MA 02740 Phone: (508) 992-7905

Atria Senior Living - Fairhaven 391 Alden Road Fairhaven, MA 02719 Phone: (508) 994-9238

HSW Consulting, LLC 4334 Acushnet Avenue New Bedford, MA 02745 Phone: (508) 995-1754

Rapoza’s Floor Care 1019 Bowles St New Bedford, MA 02745 Phone: (508) 989-7248

All Green Roof Clean P.O. Box 634 New Bedford, MA Phone: (508) 801-0872

Kevin P Landry Law Offices 140 Locust Street New Bedford, MA 02740 Phone: (508) 999-0800

Sheila M. Tierney, Esq. 26 Seventh Street New Bedford, MA 02740 Phone: (508) 999-6414 X2

Cove Surf & Turf 1500 Cove Road New Bedford, MA 02740 Phone: (774) 202-2819

Morgan Stanley 370 Faunce Corner Road Dartmouth, MA 02747 Phone: (508) 985-1008

Cross Insurance 376 Newport Ave. P.O. Box 4830 East Providence, RI 02916 Phone: (401) 432-1960

New Bedford Open Studios 88 Hatch Street Suite 405 New Bedford, MA 02745 Phone: (732) 682-9666

WKKB - Latina 100.3FM 75 Oxford Street Suite 302 Providence, RI 02905 Phone: (401) 781-1535

Fine Artist Representative: Marie L. Fontaine 775 Division Road Westport, MA 02790 Phone: (508) 847-2118

One Theater Group, Inc. 800 Pleasant Street #1002 New Bedford, MA 02740 Phone: (508) 525-9972

Whitney Academy PO Box 619 East Freetown, MA 02717 Phone: (508) 763-3737

Spinner Publications Releases “A Picture History of New Bedford Volume Two”

In A Picture History of New Bedford, Volume Two: 1925–1980, the second installment of a three-volume set, hundreds of photographs and stories bring the city to life in an enthralling journey through the core of the 20th century. Ride the last trolley, sip an ice cream ﬂoat at a bygone soda fountain, take a turn on the ballroom dance ﬂoor. Celebrate New Bedford’s music—from 10

the big band sounds to folk, fado, jazz and rock and roll. Explore the evolution of the city’s diverse mix of cultures and see New Bedford’s fishing industry grow from a small ﬂedgling ﬂeet of draggers to what today is the country’s number one fishing port. Experience the people, places and events that have shaped New A Picture History of New Bedford, Bedford, one of New England’s most Volume Two: 1925–1980 is available historically significant cities. at gift shops and book stores, through Spinner’s website, or by calling Spinner This 384-page history is designed in Publications direct. For information, large format (9” x 11”) and is available contact: Susan Grace, 508-994-4564 in both hard and soft cover. The cloth edition is signed and numbered (one to or visit www.spinnerpub.com. Follow 1,000), smythe sewn and covered with a Spinner Publications on Facebook. heavy dust jacket. The soft cover is also Spinner Publications is a New Bedfordsmythe sewn, making it durable for edu- based, award-winning publisher of pictorial books that focus on the hiscational use or as a personal keepsake. tory and culture of southeastern New England.

Recent Events

1. 1) Greater New Bedford Home Show - First Citizensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Federal Credit Union 2) Greater New Bedford Home Show - AFC Doctors Express 3) Annual Seafood Buyers Tour 4) Mayor Jon Mitchellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s State of the City Address 5) 2nd Annual SouthCoast Job Fair

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Weds., June 22, 2016 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at

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6) Chef Joe Rego presenting a cooking demo at the Greater New Bedford Home Show 7) Webster Bank, sponsor of the Annual State of the City Address 8) Guests at the March Business After Hours at the Hampton Inn Fairhaven 9) Over 1,000 job seekers attended the SouthCoast Job Fair at the Seaport Inn in Fairhaven all photos on this page by Sergio: sergio.az@hotmail.com

Calendar of Chamber Committee Meetings

Contact the Chamber office for more information on any of these committees.

May

Government Affairs Committee Meeting - Friday, May 13th - 8:30 a.m. SCHRC Meeting - Wednesday, May 18th - 5:30 p.m. Board of Directors - Thursday, May 26th - 8:30 a.m.

June

Government Affairs Committee Meeting - Friday, June 10th - 8:30 a.m. Board of Directors - Thursday, June 23rd - 8:30 a.m.

July

Government Affairs Committee Meeting - Friday, July 8th - 8:30 a.m.

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May - June Featured Member Discounts Healthrax Fitness & Wellness One Week Family (Or Individual) Membership Free!

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Call to schedule an appointment for a complimentary insurance review, including your group health insurance policy. For more information: phone: (508) 995-8365 email: info@tetraultinsurance.com website: www.tetraultinsurance.com

The Chamber Member Discount Program is sponsored by Cox Media 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

Chamber Employee Celebrates 35 Years The Chamber would like to congratulate Dorothy Botelho on her 35 years of service to the New Bedford Area Chamber! Dorothy, Director of Operations and Finance at the Chamber, was recently recognized with a citation from the New Bedford City Council and also recognized at the Massachusetts Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives for her dedication and service.

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Upcoming SouthCoast Young Professionals Network Events (V.I.P.) Volunteer Initiative Project Weds. May 11th 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Dartmouth YMCA 276 Gulf Road Dartmouth MA 02748

CEO Unplugged - Dave Smith, CEO of Factory Five Racing Weds., May, 25th 9:00 a.m. Free Factory Five Racing 9 Tow Road, Wareham MA

The SouthCoast Young Professionals Network will host their next Join other young professionals for an installment of afternoon of volunteering at the Sharthe CEO Uning the Harvest Community Farm at the plugged series Dartmouth YMCA. on Weds. May 25th from 9AM to 10AM Sharing the Harvest Community Farm is a non-profit, volunteer-driven farm that The SCYPN’s CEO Unplugged series aims to help fight hunger in our commu- is held quarterly and provides young nity. It was established in 2006 to reduce professionals with an opportunity to hunger, create volunteer stewardship connect with and learn from successful and increase agricultural education. Be a local CEOs. Aimed to be a source of part of this opportunity to give back to inspiration and a wealth of knowledge, the CEOs share their personal experiour community! ences and journey to success with the Volunteers should dress comfortably participants in an informal, small group setting. and be prepared to get dirty.

Off the Clock - Sailing Adventure Tuesday, June 14, 2016 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. $15 per person Community Boating Center 1641 Padanaram Avenue New Bedford, MA 02740

Southeastern Massachusetts Visitors Bureau A new director for the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) has been announced. Francois-Laurnet Nivaud is a Cohasset resident; who spent a decade as the managing director of Boston Harbor Hotel and started a think tank for the tourism industry.

Tourism Day will be held on May 19th this year, at the Statehouse. Any member attraction that would like to display brochures at the SMVB’s table during Tourism Day should send no more than 100 brochures to 794 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA 02740 no later than May Join us on a sailing adventure! Have you 13th. always wanted to learn to sail? This adventure will give you some of the basics The Southeastern Massachusetts Visitors and take you on a group sailing adven- Bureau will be attending Daytrips ture with other members of the SCYPN. and Destinations in Connecticut on On shore, will be plenty of time for net- May 14th. Any business interested in working and delicious food provided by participating, or finding out more about Buffalo Wild Wings. Make business con- costs should contact Kelli Munroe at nections in a fun new environment, learn (508) 999-5231 ext. 22. about sailing and learn about the great work of the Community Boating Center.

For questions or to sign up please contact Rebecca Laliberte at 508-999-5231 ext. 27 or email rlaliberte@newbedfordchamber.com .

UMass Dartmouth Student Joins Chamber as Intern for Spring Semester

Workforce Training Fund Info Session

The New Bedford Area ily orientated Portuguese Chamber of Commerce background born and is proud to announce the raised in New Bedford. addition of University of Besides Marketing and Massachusetts Dartmouth event management expestudent, Brianna Alves to rience, she comes from our team! Brianna is cura skilled background in rently a third year student networking, advertising, majoring in Marketing. sales, communication, Throughout the Spring and social media. Brianna 2016 semester she will also has a great amount be assisting the Chamber of experience with cuswith daily operations and contributing tomer service from working in the past her skills in event management to help with The Bedford Merchant, and Dick’s facilitate future events the Chamber Sporting Goods. will be hosting. She comes from a fam-

The Greater New Bedford Workforce Board is hosting a Workforce Training Fund (WTFP) Info Session in partnership with the New Bedford Area Chamber, Economic Development and Bristol Community College presented by Commonwealth Corporation on May 18, 2016. This information session provides an overview of all of the Workforce Training Fund programs. Topics covered include: the features and requirements of each program, funding availability, and application process. Following the information session, participants should be able to determine which grants are best suited for their business needs and

know how to begin the application process. The information session lasts 2 hours and covers the following WTFP grant programs: General Program Express Program Direct Access Program (formerly Regional Training Capacity Pilot Program) Technical Assistance Grant Registration is required as space is limited. Resister online here. For more information about the Workforce Training Fund Program, please visit: www.commcorp.org/wtfp.

ENTERPRISING MINDS

Submitted by Joanne Rego, Supported Employment Network Coordinator

Local Employees Receive 2016 Achievement Awards Fourteen employees who receive Ernest Mello employment supports from M.O.Life, 16 years UMass-Dartmouth Inc. recently received a 2016 Certificate of Achievement Award. The awards Steven Doyle ceremony was held at Mikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant 13 years King Cuts in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Jennifer Perry The recipients of the 2016 Achievement 11 years Kohls Awards were: Buttonwood Park Zoo Jorge Carreiro 20 years T.J.Maxx

Candas Dann 9 years Stop & Shop

Brian Rego 18 years McDonalds

Alvaildo Alexandre 8 years Walmart

Matthew Lacoste 17 years St. Anthony Church

Wayne Gadbois 8 years Dorothy Cox Candies

Jan Machado 17 years MOLife, Inc

Heather MacNeill 5 years Better Community Living

Norman Thatcher 17 years Stop & Shop

William Perry 5 years Alden Court

had many successful job experiences in her career including employment at Brandon Woods, Compass Bank and Child and Family Services. In her free time Ms. Mickelson enjoys playing Bingo, bowling, walks on the beach and visiting Six Flags New England. Jill has also been the attendance coordinator of the M.O.Life, Inc. Friends Group which meets monthly for dinner and socializing at different restaurants throughout the Greater New Bedford area. Jill Mickelson recipient of of Katie Brienzo Personal Achievement Award at the 2016 M.O.Life, Inc Ball Jill Mickelson received the Katie Brienzo Personal Achievement Award at the 2016 M.O. Life, Inc. Annual Ball that was held at Whiteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Westport in April. Ms. Mickelson was chosen to receive this award because of her accomplishments and her positive attitude when facing challenges. Jill has

If you have any questions about the Supported Employment Network or are interested in hiring a person with a disability please call Joanne Rego at the New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce at 508-999-5231 extension 28 or Cynthia Rapoza, Job Developer at M.O.Life, Inc. 508-9922-5978.

Affordable advertising in the Chamber Focus Call the Chamber today to find out more at 508-999-5231 or visit www.newbedfordchamber.com Date: Wednesday, May 18, 2016 Time: 5:30 PM Location: Bittersweet Farm Program: Annual Meeting and Induction of Officers Speaker: Karen Kaczynski, President SCHRC Arranged by: Derrick Loud For more information or to register, contact Dorothy Botelho at dbotelho@newbedfordchamber.com or 508-999-5231 ext. 20.

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Special Edition of Good Morning SouthCoast! Thursday, July 7th - 7:30 AM Featured Speakers - 9th Congressional District Delegates: Representative Antonio F.D. Cabral & Christopher Sheldon

The theme of this event will be centered around the state of the national race and the up-coming Democratic and Republican Conventions. We would like both of our speakers to address what they feel to be the key issues facing the nation from their perspective and the entire delegate process. For more information visit www.newbedfordchamber.com

New Bedford Area Chamber Calendar - Upcoming Events May 2016 Business After Hours Thursday, May 12, 2016 5 pm -7 pm Bristol Community College New Bedford Campus 800 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA 02740 Free for members $25 non members

Friday Forum Electronic Management Decoded Friday, May 20th 2016 11:00 am - 1:00pm New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce 794 Purchase Street New Bedford, MA 02740 Free

SouthCoast Emerging Leaders Award Thursday, June 2, 2016 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm The Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill New Bedford, MA 02740 $25 per person

Business of the Year Awards - Good Morning SouthCoast! Thursday, June 16, 2016 7:30AM - 9AM Sponsored by BankFive Rachel’s Lakeside 950 State Road Dartmouth, MA $27.50 Members $45 Non-Members $250 Table of Ten (Members)

Friday Forum Cyberliability Friday, June 17th 9:00 am New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce 794 Purchase St New Bedford, MA 02742 Free

Friday Forum - “The Essentials of Great Mentoring”

To register for any event or to view a calendar of upcoming Chamber events, visit www.newbedfordchamber.com

Friday, July 29, 2016 9:00 am - 10:pm New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce 794 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA 02742 Free

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