Housing Trust of Rutland County is turning 25. You’re invited to join the Housing Trust of Rutland County in celebrating 25 years of serving the Rutland Region with their Birthday Bash on Tuesday, September 19, 2017, at 12:00 pm at the Southside Steakhouse, 170 South Main St, Rutland, VT 05701. Special guest and honoree, Castleton…
Hello Chamber Members, This is an incredibly exciting time here at the Chamber! There has been a great deal of focus on our Regional Marketing Initiative and working with Mondo MediaWorks in creating the content that will be our new messaging. I want to thank all the businesses, organizations and individuals that have been willing…
Governor Scott’s Outdoor Recreation Economic Steering Committee Announces Public Forums The Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative (VOREC) steering committee will host a series of public forums to gather input from Vermonters on how to leverage and strengthen the State’s outdoor recreation assets to grow the economy. The dates and locations of the public forums are: Tuesday, September 12th: Best Western Plus, 45 Blush Hill Rd, Waterbury, 6-8…
Castleton University President Dave Wolk and Rutland Economic Development Corporation (REDC) Board President Mark Foley, Jr. are pleased to announce they have reached a three-year extension on the partnership agreement which began in 2016. Castleton and REDC have benefited greatly over the last year through this unique collaboration intended to support the growth of new…
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…
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…
Is your dog in need of a little grooming and you don’t have the time or energy to take it to the groomer? We have a solution for you! VIP Mobile Dog Grooming will come to you and your pup for all their grooming needs. VIP Mobile Dog Grooming is available throughout most of Vermont…
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,…
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…
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,…