Workers Comp Corner – September 2017

Informative Article from Business Vermont Reprinted with permission Social media and workers’ comp fraud By Glenn S. Morgan The no-fault nature of the Vermont workers’ compensation system means that almost any worker injured on the job will receive benefits. That system relies on an assumption of truthfulness from the injured worker as to the circumstances, extent…

Young Professionals Summit Being Held in Rutland

The 2017 Young Professional Summit of Vermont will be held in Rutland on Saturday, September 9th, kicking off at 8:30am with registration, coffee and networking at the Paramount Theatre.  The summit is a great opportunity for Vermonters to network, share ideas, and confront issues faced by the state’s young workforce. The summit is equal parts…

Great Business Planning Course

Business Planning: Getting Started – 10 Weeks, 1 Plan, Great Business The Center for Women & Enterprise, in collaboration with the Chamber and REDC will be holding a free 10 week course on Business Planning. When:  Tuesdays, beginning September 12, 6:00pm – 9:00pm Where: Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce Conference Room,  50 Merchants Row,  Rutland,…

Workers Comp Corner – August 2017

  Are you concerned your employer may not have workers compensation insurance? Workers’ compensation coverage is required for ALL employment, and employers are liable for anyone they employ, including independent contractors and subcontractors. Just click on this link Employer’s Workers’ Compensation Insurance Coverage Verification and type in the business name of your employer to determine…

August Greetings from Mary

Hello Chamber Members! There are so many exciting things going on, I don’t know where to start! We are still reeling from Winter in August Celebration and are pleased that approximately 800 people attended this year! A huge shout out to our Sponsors Davis & Hodgdon, CPA’s with support from KTV-14, Foley Linen Service, Casella…

36th Annual Winter In August Winners Announced

Winter In August Winners Announced The Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the winners of the Best Taste Awards, Best Display Award and People’s Choice Award at the 36th Annual Chamber Winter In August Celebration held on August 8, 2017.  The event, which moved back outside to Merchants Row in Downtown Rutland,…

Workers Comp Corner – July 2017

Medical Case Management Medical Case Management refers to the planning and coordination of health care services appropriate to achieve the goal of medical rehabilitation. Medical case management may include, but is not limited to: Care assessment, including a personal interview with the injured employee Assistance in developing, implementing and coordinating a medical care plan for…

July Greeting From Mary

Hello Chamber Members! Summer is in full swing and so is the Chamber! The Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce just hosted Nick Kessler and Brian Fulmer of the “Road Trip Masters” show on Discovery’s Destination America Channel. It was great fun to watch the team drive around in a convertible ’68 Cadillac and visit and…

Handcrafted Art and Unique Gifts

Are you in the market for unique, handcrafts art and gifts?  The Sparkle Barn has just what you need! At The Sparkle Barn, they bring together the world’s most colorful independent artists under one very cool roof!  ​Come EXPLORE and discover why just setting foot in The Sparkle Barn is an experience in itself.  If…