senting Personal Brandingfor Leadership Success.Great leadership can dra-matically accelerate thegrowth of your businessand enhance your own lifesatisfaction. In this thoughtprovoking talk, Dorie Clark- a marketing and brandingexpert who has consultedfor Google, the NationalPark Service, and Yale

University- will discuss concrete strategies to devel-op your own leadership by cultivating a powerfulpersonal brand. You’ll learn how to identify theessence of your brand, communicate it effectively toothers, and enjoy the professional rewards of beingviewed as a trusted expert and leader.

The breakfast awards program will begin at9am. Tickets are $25 for members and $35 for non-members. Tables of 10 are still available. To registeror to nominate an individual for an ATHENAaward, please call Kim Prosper at 508.586.0500 x231, or visit www.metrosouthchamber.com.

CHAMBER MISSIONTo serve the interests of member businesses while providing community leadership to ensure the economic advancement of the Metro South region.

CONTENTS

Calendar of Events 3

Good News 4

Renewing Members 10

New Members 10

Ellen McCormack, Page 5

John Gerrish and Mayor LindaBalzotti, page 9

Abington • Avon • Bridgewater Brockton • Canton • East Bridgewater • Easton • Halifax • Hanover • Hanson • Holbrook • Norwell • Randolph • Rockland • Sharon • Stoughton • West Bridgewater •Whitman

Leading BusinessesLeading Communities

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Honoring Women; Awards, Expo, Branding Expert

Small Business Speaker, Workshop, Awards, LuncheonWednesday, May 12, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

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Printing Donated bythe Enterprise

Prior Small Business of the Year RecipientsMCG Partners, Heights Crossing, Westgate Lanes, Cindy’s Kitchen, NortheastWholesale Nail & Fastener Supply Co., Duplitron, Inc., Modern Auto Body, UnitedFurniture, Inc., Robert Sharkansky & Company, CPA

Prior Entrepreneur of the Year RecipientsMichelle Cully of XPressman Trucking & Courier, Inc., Robert Monahan of UPPABaby, Howard Wright of Wright Technology, Rob Peters of Rob Peters Entertainment,Jeffrey Chrzanowski of Spark Street Autobody, Charles Bernard of The DJExperience, James Messinger of The Crazy Chefs Caterers, Jerome Offutt of TopQuality Staffing, Randy Yanoff of Eye of the Tiger Karate

On Wednesday, June 17, atthe Shaw’s Center, Brockton, theMetro South Chamber ofCommerce and HarborOneCredit Union will present the12th Annual ATHENA Awardduring a special breakfast to anexceptional individual who hasachieved excellence in his/herbusiness or profession, has servedthe community in a meaningfulway, and has assisted women inreaching their full leadership

potential.The ATHENA Awards Program was created in

1982 and has expanded to over 500 cities in theUnited States, Russia, Canada, China, The UnitedArab Emirates and the United Kingdom. TheMetro South Chamber of Commerce believes in thevalues underlying the ATHENA Foundation’s phi-losophy of incorporating the talents and expertiseof women into the leadership of our businesses,communities and government. By honoring excep-tional leaders, others will be encouraged to excel.

The featured speaker will be Dorie Clark pre-

For more information on the 2010 Business Expo, see page 2

For more information on a workshoppresented by Coastal Community

Capital, see page 6

Wednesday, June 17, 8:00 am - 11:00 am

For information on the ATHENA Expo, see page 2

Increasing Taxes-Bad for Jobs and the Economy

Our foremost domestic prioritymust be creating private sector jobsin order to sustain a long-term eco-nomic recovery. The Chamber iscommitted to pro-growth tax poli-cies that provide the foundation foreconomic expansion, reward capitalformation and investment, and pre-serve competitiveness. We areopposed to tax increases that fuelthe growth of government at theexpense of businesses' ability toexpand, invest, and create privatesector jobs.

For small businesses, most areorganized for income tax purposesas pass-through entities that paytaxes at their personal marginalincome tax rates. While small busi-ness owners pay personal incometaxes on the profits, the reality is thatonly a portion of the income gener-ated by their businesses actuallymakes its way back to their personalbank accounts. Much of the incomesmall business owners are beingtaxed on is actually reinvested intheir companies in the form ofexpansion and new equipment.Raising the individual federalincome tax rates directly impactstheir ability to create jobs and helpexpand the economy.

In these fragile economic times, itwould be the height of economicfolly to target business - or anygroup of Americans - for a major taxincrease.

Chamber Offers Trips Abroad

Jeanne A. Hulit, RegionalAdministrator for the SmallBusiness Administration(SBA) is slated to speak atthe Small Business AwardsLuncheon on Wednesday,May 12, 2010, 12pm at theShaw’s Center,Brockton.

Jeanne A. Hulit wasappointed Regional Admin-istrator for SBA's Region I onAugust 10, 2009. As RegionalAdministrator, Hulit is

responsible for the delivery of the agency's financialassistance, technical assistance and governmentcontracting activities throughout the six NewEngland states.

Prior to joining SBA, Hulit had been a Senior VicePresident for commercial lending at Citizens Bank, andwas a middle market lender for KeyBank, N.A. whereshe managed Key's International Banking Division forfive years. In addition, she served as Deputy Director ofthe International Division at the Maine Department ofEconomic and Community Development, VicePresident at Gendron Commercial Brokers and has alsoworked for the Chamber of Commerce of the GreaterPortland Region and the US Chamber of Commerce.

At the Luncheon, the Small Business andEntrepreneur of the Year Awards will be presented.Tickets are $35 for members and $45 for non-members.Register by calling Kim at 508.586.0500 x 231 or online atwww.metrosouthchamber.com/register.html. The SmallBusiness Luncheon is presented in conjunction with theBusiness EXPOwhich will run from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.In addition, there will be a workshop presented byCoastal Community Capital on SBA Free-Relief andLow-Interest Rate Loans from 8am-10am.Jeanne A. Hulit,

SBA

ChinaOctober 11-19, 2010

Germany/AustriaNov. 30 - Dec. 7, 2010

See page 6 for more information

Dorie Clark,Marketing and Branding Expert

Sponsored by:

Join theChamber for

an Open Houseat Abington Bank, 6Harrison Avenue,Abington on May 25 from 5:30 pm -7:30 pm.

Looking for great rates? Tired ofthe “big bank” impersonal service?Then it’s time you tried the truly localalternative - Abington Bank.Abington Bank has been quietlymeeting the financial needs of fami-lies and individuals since 1888. Theyare proud of their record and proud

to be local. AbingtonBank is also involved inmany fundraisers andgiving back to the com-munity. 24 ATM avail-able. For more informa-tion about AbingtonBank, call 781-878-0045 or

visit www.theabingtonbank.com.This is a casual event that pres-

ents a great way to make businesscontacts, so bring plenty of busi-ness cards! In addition, refresh-ments will be served. This event isfree of charge, but reservations arerequired. To register, call Kim at508.586.0500 x 231 or email kpros-per@metrosouthchamber.com.

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Small Biz Expo Early Bird Rate ExtendedWednesday, May 12, 2010

8am - 10am: SBA Fee-Relief & Low Interest Rate Loans Workshop10am - 12pm: Business Expo12pm - 1:30pm: Small Business Awards LuncheonFeaturing Jeanne A. Hulit, SBA Regional Administrator1:30pm - 3pm: Business Expo

Promote your company to prospective clients at the 2010 Business Expo present-ed in conjunction with the Small Business Awards Luncheon. More than 30 busi-nesses will be featured in this table top Expo. Reserve your table by May 7 andsecure an early bird rate of $259 for members and $359 for non members. After May7, the cost of a table will increase to $299 for members and $399 for non-members.Price includes 1 lunch ticket. For more information call, Kim Prosper at 508.586.0500x 231 or email kprosper@metrosouthchamber.com. The Expo is free to attend.

ATHENA Expo Promotes Women Owned BusinessThursday, June 17, 20108:00 am - 9:00 am: Networking & Exhibits9:00 am - 10:00 am: ATHENA Award/Breakfast10:00 am - 11:00 am: Networking & Exhibits

If you are a woman owned business, or a business that supports women, we inviteyou to display at the 2010 ATHENA Expo. Table top displays are $99 for membersand $129 for non-members and includes 1 breakfast ticket. For more information orto reserve your table, contact Kimberly Prosper at 508.586.0500 x 231.

Business After Hours - HarborOne Headquarters

The next Business After Hourswill take place on Wednesday, May19 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm atHarborOne Credit Union, 770 OakStreet, Brockton.

Join us for cocktails and Horsd’ouevres, win a gift card or prize byspinning the “prize wheel,” and enterto win a gift card to a local restaurant.For every attendee, HarborOne willdonate $10 to S.K.I.P. (SpecialKindness in Packages). Please helpus support our troops.

With $1.8 billion in assets,HarborOne is the largest communi-ty-based credit union in NewEngland and one of the 100 largestin the United States. It has receivedits five consecutive Outstanding rat-ings for performance under theCommunity Reinvestment Act(CRA) from the Division of Banks,Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

This is a casual event that pres-ents a great way to make businesscontacts so bring plenty of businesscards! This event is free of charge,but reservations are required. Toregister, call Kim at 508.586.0500 x231 or email kprosper@met-rosouthchamber.com.

Wednesday, May 19, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Exhibitors Include: AT&T Mobility, Bank of America, Bath Fitter, Boston Business Journal,Bridgewater Savings Bank, Bridgewater State College, Brockton Area Networking Group,Comcast Business Class, Coastal Community Capital, Costco Wholesale #303, Embroidme,HarborOne, Infinite Business Network, Metro South Chamber, Old Colony Hospice, OldColony YMCA, Owens Corning, Prospect Mortgage, Randolph Savings Bank, Rob PetersEntertainment, SCORE, Sign Design, SEED Corp., SBA, The Community Bank, The OckersCompany, Inc., United Way of Greater Plymouth County, Inc., WATD 95.9 FM

McGuiggan’s Pub Ribbon Cutting

Join McGuiggan’s Pub and theMetro South Chamber of Commerceon Friday, May 21 at 3:00 pm for a rib-bon cutting ceremony to welcome thearea’s finest new Irish Pub and restau-rant. Local elected officials, chambermembers and friends are invited tothe festivities at 546 Washington Streetin downtown Whitman. Enjoy a coldbeverage and half-priced appetizerson a Friday afternoon.

McGuiggan’s Pub is a fashionableupscale Irish sports pub featuring awheelchair-accessible 60-person din-

ing area, 50-person bar, 8 flatscreenTvs, Keno screens, and more.

For more information, visitwww.mcguigganspub.com or callDanielle at 781-447-7333. See page 12for a Member Profile onMcGuiggan’s Pub.

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OPEN HOUSE

Join the Chamber at Abington Bank Open HouseTuesday, May 25, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Abington

To Join the Chamber, Call John Nesti, 508.586.0500 x 229or Email jnesti@metrosouthchamber.com

Old Colony Hospice wants to thank the walkers, theirdonors, the corporate sponsorsand the volunteers who madethe 12th Memorial SteppingOut for Old Colony HospiceWalk possible. The proceeds ofthe walk directly benefit thepatients we have the privilegeof caring for each and everyday.

Thank you.

Old Colony Hospice, a non-profit organization, serving more than 40 cities and townsin Bristol, Norfolk and Plymouth Counties since 1979. For more information, pleasecall us at 781-341-4145 or visit us online www.oldcolonyhospice.org

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The Chamber wishes to assure our members of our intentionto provide physically challenged participants equal access toall programs. If you or your employees have special needs inthis area, please let us know by calling the Chamber at 508-586-0500 at least 48 hours in advance.

CHAMBER MISSION: To serve the interestsof member businesses while providing communityleadership to ensure the economic advancement ofthe Metro South region.

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Networking at Events is one of the most effective ways to grow your business!

MAY Calendar5&6 Membership Drive

Stonehill College, Easton

11 Executive Committee

12 SBA Fee-Relief & Low-Interest Rate Loans WorkshopShaw’s Center, 1 Feinberg Way, Brockton

12 Small Business Awards and ExpoShaw’s Center, 1 Feinberg Way, Brockton

Business ExpoAwards & Luncheon

14 Government Affairs

14 Business Essentials Member-Led WorkshopBAWIB, 34 School Street, Brockton

18&19 US Chamber Summit in Washington DC

19 Business After Hours at HarborOne Credit Union770 Oak Street, Brockton

21 Ribbon Cutting at McGuiggan’s Pub546 Washington Street, Whitman

25 Abington Bank Open House6 Harrison Avenue, Abington

26 Board Meeting

26 Alpine Holiday Information SessionWest Bridgewater Library, 80 Howard Street

27 Brockton Economic SummitThe Shaw’s Center, 1 Feinberg Way, Brockton

31 Memorial Day - Chamber Closed

Coming UpJune

2 Ambassador Committee

4 Brockton Map Release/Bill Beyer SigningGourmet Cafe, 245 Main Street, Brockton

9 Marketing in Tough Economic Times WorkshopCrescent Credit Union, 115 Commercial Street, Brockton

11 Board RetreatStonehill College, Easton

17 ATHENA AwardsShaw’s Center, 1 Feinberg Way, Brockton

Business ExpoAwards & Breakfast

Save the DateJuly

15 Government Affairs/ GMMS Planning Session

Note: All meetings are held at the Metro South Chamber Office or Metro South

Business Assistance Center (BAC) unless otherwise indicated.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

OFFICERS

Chair of the BoardScott SanbornTD Bank

President and CEOChristopher CooneyMetro South Chamber of Commerce

Chair-ElectPeter NevilleConcord Foods

TreasurerGary R. OmanGary R. Oman, P.C.

Vice Chair Community AffairsSue JossBrockton Neighborhood Health Center

Vice Chair Economic DevelopmentDaniel TroutThe Community Bank

Vice Chair Government AffairsChristine KaravitesProteas Customized Consulting

Vice Chair Membership DevelopmentWilliam MorseMutual Bank

Immediate Past ChairReinald G. Ledoux, Jr.Brockton Area Transit Authorit

CHAMBER STAFF 508-586-0500 Front Desk x 221

Christopher CooneyPresident and CEO x 223

DIRECTORS

Jane Callahan - HR Alternatives

Pasquale Ciaramella - Old Colony Planning Council

Richard Colon -Verizon Communications

Jack Conway -Jack Conway & Company, Inc.

John Costa - Opportuniti Knox

Loretta DeGrazia - East Coast Petroleum

Francis Dillon -Stonehill College

Jeffrey Dukess - Frenette & Dukess, PC

Sheila Gonzalez -Bank of America

Fred Mason- National Grid

Dana Mohler-Faria - Bridgewater State College

David Orloff - Sharkansky & Co., LLP, CPA’s

Andrea Papadopoulos - Arista Associates, Inc.

Bill Scanlon -Community Newspapers (The Enterprise)

Andrew SchwartzLaw Office of Andrew H. Schwartz, LLC

Larry Siskind -Siskind and Siskind Attorneys at Law

John Vlaco - Brophy & Phillips Co., Inc.

Charles Wall - Massasoit Community College

Patricia Williams - HarborOne Credit Union

Kimberly ProsperProgram Director x 231

Kerry SullivanFinance x 230

Alison van DamDirector of Communications x 222

Lisa KeeneBusiness Development x 225

John NestiMember Services x 229

Kathleen LynchConnecting Activities x 227

Photo and print production by Mark Mahoney, The Enterprise

GOODNewsCelebrate the great things going on!

Rob Peters Receives Constant Contact AwardRob Peters Entertainment, Inc., has

received a 2009 All-Star Award fromConstant Contact®, Inc., a leading providerof email marketing, event marketing, andonline survey tools for small organizations.Rob Peters Entertainment was selected formeeting Constant Contact's best-practicestandards for the use of Email Marketingthroughout 2009. The company demon-strated effective use of Constant ContactEmail Marketing in the following areas:Frequency of campaigns, Open rates,Bounce rates and Click through rates.

CareerWorks Training and Education ExpoCareerWorks will be holding the 2010Training and Educational Expo from 9 a.m.to noon on Tuesday, May 25 at The Shaw'sCenter in Brockton. Public and privateproviders of educational and training serv-ices - from certificate programs to collegedegrees - are encouraged to participate.The expo provides great value to vendorswho are eager to promote their programs.For a $500 early registration fee, partici-pants will receive recognition throughmedia, exposure through CareerWorks’network of community partners and jobseekers and a booth at The Shaw's Center.To reserve your space, please contactSenior Employer Services RepresentativeAndrea Kingman at akingman@career-works.org or 508-513-3442.

BAWIB Employer ForumThe Brockton Area Workforce Investment

Board invites you to participate in anEmployer Forum about how juveniles'arrest and court records affect their lives intoday's workforce. The forum will be heldon Wednesday, May 19, 2010 from 1pm-2:30pm at BAWIB, 34 School Street, 2nd Floor,Brockton. Address the impact on youthemployment and CORI involvement andlearn about youth rights. The training willbe conducted by Lisa Thurau, Strategies forYouth. Please RSVP to Krystel Love at theBAWIB office by May 12th, 2010 at 508-584-3234 or via email: klove@bawib.org.

Brockton Rox Sign Josh PapelbonThe Rox have signed righthanded relief

pitcher Josh Papelbon. The younger brotherof Boston Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon,Josh joins the Rox after four seasons inBoston's minor-league system. The native ofBaton Rouge, La., spent most of the 2009 sea-son with the Salem Red Sox of the Single-ACarolina League, where he went 5-2 with a2.87 ERA in 34 appearances, all in relief. Thesubmariner received a late-season promo-tion to Double-A Portland, where heappeared in two games, registering a winand a 3.60 ERA. The Rox will kick off theirbaseball season with a three game home setagainst the Worcester Tornadoes on Friday,May 28. For a full schedule, visit www.brock-tonrox.com.

Bridgewater Savings Welcomes Ms. LightBridgewater Savings welcomes Katherine

M. Light, as she joins the BridgewaterCenter office as an Assistant Vice President,Branch Officer. Ms. Light comes to

Bridgewater Savings with over 15 years ofexperience in the financial services industry.Prior to joining Bridgewater Savings, sheserved as Assistant Vice President andBranch Manager at Cambridge SavingsBank, where she led improvements in cus-tomer service and saw significant branchgrowth.

Lori Marinia Joins Jack ConwayLori Marini has joined Jack Conway as a

new agent in the Bridgewater office. Marini,who is training for a Quincy half marathonthis month, is a former corporate recruiterwho joined the Conway sales team in March.“I used to analyze people's professional skillsand match them to the right positions,” saidMarini, who recruited staff for financial andsoftware companies for more than 10 years.“Now I listen to the needs of my buyers andsellers and help match them to the homes oftheir dreams.” For all of your real estate needscontact Lori Marini at 508-697-8300 or emaillmarini@jackconway.com

Massasoit Opens Middleborough LocationDr. Charles Wall, President of Massasoit

Community College has announced thecollege's commitment to open a satellitelocation in the Lincoln D. Lynch School inMiddleborough center slated to open onSeptember 8th. Prospective students mayattend one of several Admissions openhouses. They will also be able to enroll inprograms, test for placement, register forcourses, and pay for their courses on site. Awide range of day and evening creditcourses will be offered. The College will alsobring local workforce training to the regionwith a variety of non-credit offerings suchas business, basic computers, and customerservice. Massasoit's Division of WorkforceDevelopment already has a strong pres-ence in the Middleborough area, so thisnew location will enable them to buildupon the relationships they have createdwith area businesses and organizations andto offer staff training opportunities locally.

GROW Associates Receives DonationGROW Associates, Inc., an Avon based

human services organization; recentlyreceived a donation of two thousand dol-lars, compliments of the Stoughton basedMassachusetts Jaycee Yankee DivisionCorps. Commander Bernie Planeta, whoheads up the Mass Jaycees Yankee Corps,presented the check to cover the cost of thefood for the cookout and general programdonation. Providing this donation ensuresGrow’s ability to respond to the needs of150 individuals at GROW. The YankeeCorp's continued generosity and supportfor the last four years mean a lot to the indi-viduals GROW serves.

HarborOne donates $5,000 to CHAMPSHarborOne Credit Union announced

that it is renewing the lead sponsorship ofthe CHAMPS Summer Institute camp pro-gram in Mansfield with a donation of$5,000. CHAMPS stands for ContinuedHours at Mansfield Public Schools. TheMansfield Summer Institute is a monthlong summer camp program hosted at the

Public Schools each July, and is regularlyattended by 1,800 kids from the local com-munity. This sponsorship facilitatesHarborOne's continued delivery of theSavings Makes Sense financial literacy pro-gram within the Mansfield Jordan/JacksonElementary School.

Good Samaritan Medical Center HonoredGood Samaritan Medical Center was recent-

ly honored with a Center of Distinction awardfor Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine inrecognition of its high patient satisfaction rates,exceptional healing results, and outstandingclinical outcomes. This prestigious honor wasawarded by the Center's partner in woundhealing, Diversified Clinical Services (DCS),the nation's leading wound care managementcompany. The Center for Wound Care andHyperbaric Medicine, located at 909 SumnerStreet in Stoughton, has achieved success intreating and curing chronic or non-healingwounds and in providing excellent care toover 600 patients since the Center's opening inJuly, 2008. Good Samaritan exceededDiversified's required benchmarks to receivethis award: Good Samaritan demonstrated a98% patient satisfaction rate; higher than therequired benchmark of 95 %; the Center had a29-day “days to heal” rate, lower than thecompany's average 35-day “days to heal” rate,and; Had a healing outcome of 93%, greaterthan the required rate of 89% set forth byDiversified.

Community Bank Donates to Brockton Day NurseryThe Community Bank recently presented a

check to Patti Plummer-Wilson of theBrockton Day Nursery. The funds wereraised from registration fees from theWomen's Business Exchange seminar series.As the community demand for quality serv-ices for children and families changes,Brockton Day Nursery continues to adapt itsprograms to match those needs. BDN con-tinues today in the proud tradition of thewomen of the “1894 Club” in providing qual-ity child care to children from all economicstrata, of all races, creeds, and beliefs.”

The next Women's Business Exchange willtake place on May 18, 9am at Thorny Lea.Tricia White from the MA Small BusinessDevelopment Center will discussConnecting to LinkedIn and Facebook. Formore information, visit www.community-bank.com

HOB and H&PCCC MergeHospice & Palliative Care of Cape Cod

and Hospice of Boston & Greater Brockton(“HOB”) have signed an asset purchaseagreement whereby HOB will become aprogram of Hospice & Palliative Care ofCape Cod, continuing to provide hospiceservices throughout Plymouth, Bristol,Norfolk and Suffolk counties. HOBpatients and families will continue to becared for by their existing hospice teammembers, including nurses, home healthaides, social workers, chaplains and volun-teers. The clinical and office staff will allbecome employees of Hospice & PalliativeCare of Cape Cod (“H&PCCC”) and willcontinue to operate from their service loca-tion in Brockton, supported by H&PCCC'sHyannis-based infrastructure and admin-istrative personnel.

Mayo Appointed Branch Administration OfficerJames W. Blake, President and CEO of

HarborOne Credit Union, has announcedthe appointment of Jacqueline Mayo, asBranch Administration Officer. Mayobrings extensive experience, with over 30years in the banking industry. In this newposition she will work with the retailbranches to support and ensure their com-pliance with operational, regulatory andfraud/security policies and procedures, aswell as budgeting, staffing, recruiting andscheduling.

McGuiggan’s Pub Road RaceOn June 27, 2010, McGuiggan's Pub

will be hosting the first annualMcGuiggan's Pub 5k Road Race. Theracecourse, which will be USATF certi-fied, will begin and end in WhitmanCenter. All proceeds from this race willbe donated to the Whitman Foodpantry and the WHRHS athletic depart-ment to help offset student user fees.We are currently seeking sponsors forthe race and will proudly display thename of all $100 donors on the back ofthe race t-shirts that all race participantswill receive. Please send your contribu-tions to McGuiggan's Pub 5k, P.O. Box128, Whitman, 02382. Become a partici-pant by signing up at www.mcguig-ganspub.com

Costco Supports Children’s Miracle Network Costco Wholesale in Avon is holding its

annual fundraiser to support Children'sMiracle Network at Children's Hospitalin Boston during the month of May.Costco began working with theChildren's Miracle Network Hospitalsmore than 20 years ago. In 2009, the 6local warehouses were able to raise over$143, 000. Any potential sponsor, ven-dor or donor can make checks payableto Costco Wholesale, 120 StockwellDrive, Avon 02322 and any tangibleitems (sports memorabilia, craft itemsetc) will be auctioned off on eBay with100% of the proceeds going toChildren's Hospital in Boston. For moreinformation, please call Mark Ofstein at508-232-4016 or 781-706-4933.

BHS Presents Hello, DollyOn May 14-16, Brockton High School

will present the musical “Hello, Dolly” atthe BHS Nelson Fine Arts Building.Friday and Saturday night shows start at7:30 pm and Sunday’s show starts at 3:00pm. Tickets are $10 per person. Call 508-580-7653 for more information.

Boys & Girls Club Honors KoretzThe Boys & Girls Club of Brockton will

celebrate its twentieth birthday by hon-oring one of its board members and devot-ed supporters-Barry Koretz-at the organi-zation's third annual signature event,“Black Tie and Tennis Shoes”. Nearly 400people are expected to turn out for Koretz,who grew up in a neighborhood adjacentto the current location of the Club, andwhose architectural firm provided thedesign for the Club's renovation. The Clubhopes to raise $200,000 to fund vital serv-ices for Brockton's youth. This year, the

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event will be held onThursday, May 20th, from6:00 to 9:30 p.m. at TheShaw's Center. Tickets are$150.00 each and are avail-able only in advance bycalling 508-584-5209 ext.106. Tables of ten may alsobe reserved, and includean ad in the program book.

Sneakers are the required footwear. BlackTie is optional. The event will feature a“Best Decorated Tennis Shoes” contest, andentertainment by Vincent Macrina's UnitedBrass Quintet.

Annual Kevin Faulk Softball GameOn Saturday, May 15th the Annual Kevin

Faulk Celebrity Softball Game will takeplace. VIP tailgate party starts at 5pm.Proceeds will go to the United Way. Firstpitch is at 7:05pm. Rare memorabilia will beup for bid during a silent auction. VIPguests will also have a reserved seat behindthe dugout. VIP tickets are $150. Generaladmission tickets are $10. Many NewEngland Patriots players will be present.For more information, call the ROX frontoffice at 508-559-7000.

Brockton ARC $10,000 DrawingOn Friday, May 21, the Brockton Area

ARC will hold its $10,000 Drawing Eventat the Shaw’s Center, 1 Feinberg Way,Brockton, from 7:30pm-11:30pm. For a$100 ticket (which admits 2), receive a 1 in3 chance to win $10,000. The event willinclude live music, Jim Plunkett, dancing,food, cash bar, and additional contests.The event is to raise money to help chil-dren and families whose lives are affectedby disabilities. For more information ortickets, call 508.583.8030 x 200.

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Boston Family Hair Care Celebrates 25th Year on June 21

BBoossttoonn FFaammiillyy HHaaiirr CCaarree793 Crescent Street, Brockton, MA 02302

Phone: 508-584-8860 Email: bostonfamilyhaircare@verizon.net

“We've done oouurr best when our customers look tthheeiirr best” say owners Ellen and Tom McCormack, when talking about their tal-ented staff and scores of faithful customers. “We've watched children who came to the salon for their first hair cut in 1986 grow intowonderful parents who now bring their own children….a few who first came as teens are now bringing their grandchildren.” Asdiverse as the community it serves, Boston Family Hair Care takes great pride in knowing it has been meeting the hair care needsof everyone who walks through the door for almost a quarter of a century.

Ellen McCormack, Owner of the Salon Boston Family Hair CareEllen McCormack and Lucille Blair,

long time customer

The next Govern-ment Affairs meetingwill be held at theChamber on Friday,May 14 at 12pm. Thespeaker will be GeoffDiehl, Candidate for7th Plymouth DistrictState Representative,covering Abington,Whitman and East

Bridgewater.Diehl is Account Executive at Poyant

Signs, Co-Owner of Boss Academy ofPerforming Arts, Member of the MetroSouth and South Shore Chambers, mem-

GOVERNMENTAffairsThe monthly Government Affairs meetings are held at the Chamber

and provide an opportunity for member businesses to discuss issues important to them with their elected officials.

ber of the Whitman Finance Committee,former member of the Whitman By-LawReview Committee, and an Eagle Scout. Inaddition, Diehl is responsible for theRestoration of Whitman’s Historic TollHouse Sign.

This is your opportunity to have aninformal discussion with a candidate forState Rep about important issues currentlybeing discussed in the State House.

If you would like to attend this meet-ing, please contact Lisa at the Chamber,508.586.0500 x 225, or register online atwww.metrosouthchamber.com/register.html. The cost is $5 for members and $10 fornon-members and includes lunch.

Geoff Diehl

Disaster Assistance Loans - Due May 28Disaster Assistance Loans are available to businesses and non-profits for up to

$2 million to repair or replace disaster damaged real estate, equipment, inventory,and other business assets. Contact SBA for more information, 800-659-2955, emaildisastercustomerservice@sba.gov or visit www.sba.gov/services/disasterassistance.Loans are also available for homeowners. Register with FEMA by calling 800-621-FEMA (3362). Visit the Lakeville Library, 4 Precinct Street, 10am-6pm, 7 days a weekfor answers to disaster questions, information about state/fema programs, help withcompleting paperwork and rebuilding tips and advice.

new employees.The Elementary and Secondary

Education Act, formerly known as the NoChild Left Behind Act, which holds schoolsaccountable, must be strengthened andreauthorized to ensure better teaching,higher standards, better data for evaluation,and more innovation in our classrooms.

The Chamber's Institute for a CompetitiveWorkforce (ICW) will push for majoradvances in education, for early childhoodthrough postsecondary, and job training:• America needs to change the way it trains,

pays, and evaluates teachers. Pay for per-formance and incentive pay should be the rule.

• The bureaucratic culture that stifles learn-ing in many public schools should be replaced with a spirit of innovationthrough programs such as expandedlearning time, early enrollment of highschoolers in college level courses, onlinelearning, and high-quality charter schools.

• Education does not end upon graduation,and employees of all ages who receiveongoing training will be more productiveand successful.

Perfect Harmony ConcertA blend of classical, jazz and pop music

concert in support of the St. Mark’sAccessibility fund will take place onSunday, June 13th at 3:00 pm at St. Mark’sChurch, 91 Center Street, North Easton.The Shilakowsky String Quartet led byEaston’s concert violinist, HarrisShilakowsky will perform romantic andclassical pieces. Dove Award winner andGrammy nominee, jazz singer DonnaMcElroy and her band from BerkleeCollege of Music faculty will join in jazztunes from the Great American Songbookand songs from McElroy’s CD “Fly toForever”. Donations of $15 adults, $50 for afamily of 4 will be accepted. A percent ofdonations will benefit St. Mark’s Elevator.For more information, contact HarrisShilakowsky at 508-238-6015.

Green and Sustainable Initiatives PanelJoin Curry College at 1071 Blue Hill

Avenue in Milton as they bring to you aGreen and Sustainable Initiatives pres-entation and panel discussion from10am-1pm. As green living and lendingare becoming more mainstream, Curryis offering this event as a way to answerquestions and provide insight for thoseinterested. Presentations by Nexampand Clean Energy Council. RSVP toJaime Haughey at jhaughey2009@stu-dents.curry.edu.

Animal Protection Center Yard & Bake SaleThe Animal Protection Center ofSoutheastern Massachusetts will hold itsannual spring sale on May 8 & May 9,9am-4pm at 1300 West Elm St. Ext,Brockton. Buy housewares, pet supplies,books, toys, holiday decorations , bakedgoods and more. All proceeds to benefitthe shelter. Visit www.apcsm.org.

SCORE Awarded GrantThe Southeastern MA SCORE chap-

ter won a national grant of almost $1,700to help expand services to the local busi-ness community. Awarded by theNational chapter of SCORE, theBusiness Accelerator Grant encouragessmall business growth and will helpboost local business owners.

As part of its application, theSoutheastern MA chapter presented acomprehensive plan to increase pro-gramming, education and visibilitywithin the community. SCORE, a non-profit association with 364 offices andover 12,400 volunteers nationally, pro-vides free business counseling andadvice to entrepreneurs and small busi-ness owners. The Southeastern MAchapter is the fastest growing SCORE

chapter in its district. “The grant will help us better meet

the increased demand for our servic-es,” said Frank Sebastian, chairpersonof the Southeastern MA SCORE chap-ter. “We'll use the funding to developnew seminars and expand our success-ful workshop series."

As part of its growth plans, theSoutheastern MA office will also beadding new counselors to its chapter.SCORE counselors come from a vari-ety of business backgrounds and occu-pations. All new volunteers undergoan orientation and training program.

For more information on SCORE'sservices and volunteer opportunities,visit SCORE's website www.scorese-ma.org or call 508-587-2673.

Good News Continued from page 4

Chamber Advocates for Education, TrainingThe United States Must Better Educate andTrain American Workers for 21st Century Jobs.

If companies are to compete and win in aworldwide economy, they will need welleducated and well-trained workers. Ournation's education system is falling short. 30%of U.S. students fail to graduate from highschool in four years (U.S. Department ofEducation). Many of those who do graduatefrom high school are often unprepared forpostsecondary education or the modernworkforce. Once first in the world, the U.S.now ranks 10th in the percentage of youngadults with a college degree.

If U.S. Workers Are to Compete and Win,Our Education and Training System MustImprove

The commitment to workers dislocatedby changes in the global economy mustbe addressed - America's nationalemployment and training system mustinclude: a strong business presence at thelocal level; effective coordination by fed-eral and state officials to streamline over-lapping programs; and outreach to busi-nesses to determine the skills needed by

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China Trip Draws Praise, Second Trip Offered

After a successful trip last year, The Metro South Chamber ofCommerce is chartering an all inclusive travel trip to Beijing,Shanghai, Suzhou, & Hangzhou, China.

The nine-day, seven-night trip runs from October 11 toOctober 19, 2010. The trip is priced at $1,999 per person andincludes bus transportation to and from John F. KennedyInternational Airport, round-trip international airfare, four andfive-star hotel accommodations, all in-country transportation,three meals a day and fluent English-speaking tour guides.Groups registering with a total of 25 will be assigned their own

charter bus and travel guide in China. A $200 deposit is due by May 12. After May 12,the price raises $100. For more information, itinerary, or to pay your deposit, visitwww.metrosouthchamber.com/china.html.

Featured attractions include World Expo 2010, the Great Wall of China, TiananmanSquare, Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Ming Tombs, Yu Garden, Jade Factory,Summer Palace, Tiger Hill, Green Tea Plantaion, Chinese Acrobat Show, optional trip tosee the Terra Cotta Soldiers and more...

To learn more, contact Alison van Dam at 508.586.0500 x 222 or Lisa Keene at508.586.0500 x 225.

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Alison van Dam, ChamberCommunications Director,led a recent info session atthe Brockton Garden Show

Recent Chamber of Commerce Testimonial“..Your tour guides were exceptional, and the flow of activities perfectly laid out. Ourrooms were fantastic..Our guests on the trip gave testimonials all saying they had a won-derful time. We even had one person on the trip who is now interested in doing businessin China.. Everyone, without exception, was impressed and excited about the experience.I first want to thank you and your China crew for an outstanding experience. Secondly, Iwould like to schedule a second trip!”

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$2,199 per personVisit Innsbruch, Golden Roof, Munich,

Oberammergau, Salzburg andthe Christmas Markets for 8days with the MetroSouth Chamber ofCommerce and ColletteVacations.

See the Alpine Alps,Maria Theresienstrasse,the Hofburg, Marienplatz,the Glockenspie, OlympicPark, the Neuschwanstein Castle,Wies Church, Mirabell Gardens,

Getreidegasse (Mozart’s birthplace)and more.

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hotel transfers, air taxesand fees/surcharges, and6 breakfasts and 4 dinners.

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SBA Fee-Relief & Low Interest Rate Loans Workshop

Attend a free workshop on SBAFee-Relief and Low-Interest RateLoans with Coastal CommunityCapital on Wednesday, May 12prior to the Chamber SmallBusiness Expo at the Shaw’sCenter, Brockton, 8:00 am - 10:00 am.

Since the implementation of theStimulus Act, Coastal CommunityCapital has utilized programs under theAct to provide millions of dollars permonth in loans to the region’s small busi-nesses. These loans are provided inpartnership with the US Small BusinessAdministration.

The SBA 504 Loan Program provideslong term, low-fixed-rate financing for theacquisition of owner-occupied commercialreal estate and equipment, often with only

10% down. The April interestrate was 5.7% fixed for 20 years.

The SBA 7(a) Loan Programprovides loan guarantees tolenders making small businessloans. The Recovery Act

increased the guaranty to 90%.Learn the options that are available to

you for your business. If your bank saidno to your commercial loan request, SBAsupport may help obtain a “YES”!

Presenters will be Beth Curtain, CoastalCommunity Capital and Matt Ledin,Randolph Savings Bank (invited) andDonna O’Connor, SBA (invited).

RSVP for this workshop by calling Kimat 508.586.0500 x 231. For more informa-tion, call Marcia at 508-362-3367 or visitwww.coastalcommunitycapital.org.

Wednesday,May 12, 8:00 am - 10:00 am - At Small Biz Expo

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Chamber Hosts Speaker of the House Robert DeLeo at Legislative Luncheon

Dana Mohler-Faria, Bridgewater State College; Representative David Flynn; Scott Sanborn, Chamber Chair; Robert Creedon, Plymouth County Clerk of Courts; RepresentativeGeraldine Creedon; Representative Louis Kafka; Speaker of the House Robert DeLeo; Linda Balzotti, Mayor of Brockton; Representative Michael Brady; John Buckley, Registrar of

Deeds; Charlie Wall, Massasoit Community College; Representative Allen McCarthy; Christopher Cooney, Chamber President & CEO; Senator Thomas Kennedy

Charles Wall, President of Massasoit Community College and DanaMohler-Faria, President of Bridgewater State College; event sponsors

Linda Balzotti, Mayor of Brockton; Ray Ledoux, Chamber Past Chair, Colleen Corona, Easton Selectman

Representative Michael Brady; Representative Louis Kafka;Representative Allen McCarthy, Senator Tom Kennedy

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Speaker of the House, Robert DeLeo

Over 250 people attended the Legislative Luncheon atBridgewater State College, East Campus Commons

Sue Joss, Brockton Neighborhood HealthCenter speaks with Speaker DeLeo

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TThe Brockton Higher Education Collaborative, underthe direction of Mayor Linda Balzotti, strives to increase collegeand career opportunities for the constituents of Brockton andthe Metro South Region.

Business, economic development, transportation, careerand workforce development leaders join the Region's highereducation institutions to help adults and youth change theirlives by promoting “going to college” and expanding theircareers.

“Connecting to College and Careers” contains informationabout the higher education institutions in the Region and con-tains valuable information to help make college and careerchoices.

Certificate programs, professional development workshopsand preparatory courses are offered in downtown Brockton atthree locations through the strong commitment of: CareerWorks,the Metro South Chamber of Commerce and City Hall.

Special information gathering sessions will be held in June atthe Metro South Chamber of Commerce to hear your needs,and in the fall, workshops will be offered to assist with makingcollege and career decisions.

We are here to help you! Please take the time to contact theCollaborative. Good luck as you map your path “Connecting

to College and Careers”.

BROCKTON HIGHER EDUCATION COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS

The Honorable Linda Balzotti, Mayor City of BrocktonDr. Charles Wall, Massasoit Community CollegeDr. J. Lynn Griesemer, UMass Donahue Institute

Christopher Cooney, Metro South Chamber of Commerce

Bridgewater State College • Brockton 21st Century • Brockton Area Transit • Brockton AreaWorkforce Investment Board • CareerWorks • City of Brockton • Curry College • MassasoitCommunity College • Metro South Chamber of Commerce • Old Colony Planning Council •

Southeastern Technical Institute • Stonehill College • TERI College Access • The University ofMassachusetts at Boston • The University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth • UMass Donahue Institute

“The business, economic development andhigher education partnership creates an eco-nomic engine for the region and supports theregion’s adults and high school graduates toenhance their qualifications and careeropportunities.”

MayorLinda Balzotti,City of Brockton

“Bridgewater State College is forging deepand lasting partnerships with Brockton andthe region to educate a new generation ofleaders and to be an engine of positive socioe-conomic change.”

President Dana Mohler-Faria, Bridgewater State College

“Acquiring new skills and credentialsthrough a certificate or degree program atCurry College allows our students and grad-uates to improve their marketability andincrease their earning potential.”

President Kenneth K. Quigley, Curry College

“Massasoit is the vital link between theeducational objectives of the citizens livingin the Metro South area and the needs of thebusiness community.”

President Charles Wall, Massasoit Community College

“Stonehill College believes in partnerships withthe local community. Our students, faculty andstaff engage our neighbors often and in many var-ied ways. We believe both we and the communityare enriched.”

Reverend Mark Cregan, President, Stonehill College

The University of Massachusetts promotes contin-ued prosperity for the region, its business commu-nity and its constituents with a strong commitmentof the UMass system through the DonahueInstitute, CareerWorks, UMass Boston and UMassDartmouth.”

President Jack M. Wilson, University of Massachusetts

“The University of Massachusetts at Boston sup-ports the region and its citizens to achieve successin college and careers, promote research anddevelopment, and serve as a resource for ourknowledge-based economy.”

Chancellor Keith J. Motley, University of Massachusetts Boston

“The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth iscommitted to excellence through instructional pro-grams, research and service to the community. Weplay a major role in the economic life of the region.”

Chancellor Jean MacCormack, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

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TTaakkee SAT l, SATll, Subject Tests,ACT if pre-regis-tered

WWrriittee draft ofcollege essay -Ask teachers toreview and makecomments

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MMaakkee copies ofFAFSA and scholar-ship applicationforms

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www.act.org - American College Testing program thatprovides monthly newsletters and tips for college-boundstudents and their parentswww.collegeispossible.org - Coalition of America'sColleges and Universities provides information on how tochoose and pay for collegewww.college.gov - US Department of Education -Provides important information and a road map throughthe college planning process - Includes good articles andadvice for students and parents.www.connectsemass.org- CONNECT goals: To improvethe quality, accessibility and affordability of higher educa-tion - To advance the economic, educational and culturallife of Southeastern Massachusetts.www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov - Federal student financial aid

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information & assistance in completing the FAFSA aidform.www.firstinthefamily.org - Straight-up, practical advicefrom first-generation students who have made it to college.www.Knowhow2go.org- American Council on Education- Focus on assisting students and parents in the collegeapplication process.www.yesican.gov/secondary/index.html - White HouseInitiative on Educational Excellence for HispanicAmericans - Contains information on preparing for andpaying for college.www.collegeboard.com - The College Board - Helps con-

nect students to college information.www.nacacnet.org - National Association for CollegeAdmission Counseling - Great newsletters and resourcesfor parents and students. Newsletter “Steps to College” -English and Spanish Guides for parentswww.princetonreview.com - Loads of information onselecting schools - Advice on how to fill out applications -Scholarship information and college/university rankings.www.schoolsuccessinfo.org - Lots of information for par-ents on how to help your son or daughter as they searchfor the right college or educational programwww.ribghe.org- Information on colleges and universities

in Rhode Island - Financial aid and scholarship infor-mation - French, Spanish, Portuguese, English collegeapplication information.www.mycollegeoptions.com - College Search site thathelps find the school that is the best match for you.Resources for parents, too!readysetgotocollege.com - MA Department ofEducation - Sites encourages more high school andmiddle school students to think about attending col-lege.www.students.gov - Lots of good information aboutfinancial aid and federal and local programs to helpstudents get ready to attend college.Reprinted with permission from the National Association forCollege Admission Counseling, 2009.

Useful Websites

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Chamber Increases Online CommunicationsBook for Business & New Member Guide Now Online!

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The Chamber has posted the 2010 Book for Business and New MemberGuide on the website through Issuu, a powerful publication site with a dynamiclibrary. Visitors can now flip through pages of Chamber publications with ease inan interactive book format, as well as comment on and download the documents.

The Book for Business is a 100 page full color Member Directory andResource Guide, featuring area dining, lodging, public golf courses, recreation,legislative leaders, community demographics, a map of the region and more. Toview the directory, visit www.metrosouthchamber.com/b4b.html.

The Communications Department at the Chamber has also recentlyredesigned the Membership Benefits Guide. The new guide consists of five tabs:opportunities, benefits, divisions, resources, and f.a.q.’s. If you are interested inlearning more about the benefits of Chamber membership, visit www.met-rosouthchamber.com/benefits.html.

For more information on any Chamber publication, including advertisingand inclusion, please contact Alison van Dam at 508.586.0500 x 222 or email avan-dam@metrosouthchamber.com.

New Brockton Map Released; Artist Signing June 4Limited Edition Features Work by Local Artist Bill Beyer

June 4 Artist Signing at Gourmet Cafe, 11 am - 2 pm

The Metro South Chamber hasdesigned and produced a new streetmap of Brockton.

The new Brockton map featuresstreet listings, libraries, hospitals,schools, police stations, post offices,and more. Advertisers include OldColony YMCA, Good SamaritanMedical Center, Lincoln Tech,Awon’s Tire & Auto Center, OldColony Elder Services, CareerWorks, Little Lambs ChristianLearning Center, Sign Design and21st Century Corporation.

The reverse side of the map fea-tures landmarks of Brockton paintedby local artist Bill Beyer. Bill Beyer haswon many national awards, includ-ing the Grumbacher-Kol-I-NoorAward, and he has been nominatedElder-prenuer of 1996 by the JohnHancock Company in Boston. Inaddition he has exhibited his work ina one-man show “In Retrospect” atthe Milton Art Museum. For moreinformation on Bill Beyer, visit bill-beyer.ipaint.com

The Chamber receives numerousrequests from new arrivals, tourists

and businesses for maps of the area.Designed by Alison van Dam andprinted by Hanson Printing, thenew maps are a colorful, high qual-ity product to distribute to the com-munity.

The Chamber will be producingmore maps in the fall. Businessesinterested in advertising in the nextround of maps can contact Alison at508.586.0500 x 222 or email avan-dam@metrosouthchamber.com.

Visit the Metro South Chamber topick up your copy of the Brocktonmap at 60 School Street, across fromCity Hall.

There will be a map release cele-bration and artist signing with BillBeyer on June 4 at Gourmet Cafe, 245Main Street, Brockton between thehours of 11 am - 2 pm. This event isbeing co-sponsored by CrescentCredit Union., Renaissance CreditCard and Paybiz. Stop by to pick upyour map, have it signed, and enjoyrefreshements. RSVP is stronglyencouraged but walk-ins are wel-come. Contact Kim Prosper at508.586.0500 x 231.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010, 9:00 am - 10:30 amCrescent Credit Union, 115 Commercial Street, Brockton

Times are tough. But this is not the time to just cut yourmarketing efforts and budget. Learn low cost ways to actual-ly increase your market penetration and sales revenue at this FREE workshop. The presenter will be Dr.Cliff Robbins, a visiting lecturer at UMASS Dartmouth, ASenior Business Advisor and a battle scarred veteran of grow-ing, marketing and selling his own business.

Registration will begin at 8:30 am with the program run-ning from 9:00 am - 10:30 am at Crescent Credit Union, 115Commercial Street, Brockton. Parking is limited, so pleasearrive early and park on the perimeter of the lot. To register, please visit the MSBDCwebsite at www.msbdc.org/semass and click on Event Calendar or call Tammi or Alisonat the MSBDC office at 508.673.9783.

The Massachusetts Small Business Development Center-Southeast Regional office (MSBDC) provides free, high-quality, in-depth advising, training and capital access which contribute to the entrepreneurial growth of small business through-out Massachusetts. Our services are delivered through a network of skilled professional staff supported by a federal, state and higher education consortium as well as several partnerships.

Marketing in Tough Economic Times Workshop

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RS&H, A Firm Serving NASA, Opens in Brockton

Reynolds, Smith & Hills Inc. (RS&H), a national architectural engineering and planning firm, recently cele-brated the opening of their 35th office in Brockton with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. RS&H Executives from acrossthe country were in attendance as well as Brockton Mayor Linda Balzotti. RS&H has been serving NASA since theApollo project in the 1960s. The Brockton office will primarily serve NASA by providing electrical expertise to sup-port the Aries 1 space-vehicle mobile launcher as part of the constellation program replacing the shuttle pro-gram. The office will also be working with the Department of Defense, Bridgewater State College, the Army Corpsof Engineers and the Massachusetts highway department. For more information, contact John Gerrish at 508-583-2091 or visit www.rsandh.com.

David Sweeney, RS&H Senior Vice President of Transportation and Public Infrastructure;Christopher Cooney, Chamber President & CEO; John Gerrish, RS&H Boston Office Leader,Brockton Mayor Linda Balzotti; Darold Cole, RS&H Senior Vice President of Aerospace andDefense; Ron Ratliff, Executive Vice President of Corporate Projects.

RS&H, located at 1324 BelmontStreet, Suite 101, Brockton inthe Office24 Plaza

Immigration is Essential to a Globally Competitive WorkforceWhile maintaining a flexible, well-

trained workforce, immigration mustremain an integral part of our economicequation if we are to remain globallycompetitive.

The ability of U.S. business to accessfuture workers is essential to ensuringcontinued global competitiveness andjob creation here in the United States,examples of this are the expansions ofboth temporary and permanent visaprograms, such as the H-2B, H-1B & L-1visa programs.

America must have a comprehensive,rational, and balanced immigration policythat includes a guest worker program andprovides a pathway to legal status for undoc-umented workers. It is also imperative thatgovernment work with businesses to createan employment verification system that isfast, accurate, reliable, and fair. Because nofederal policy has been adopted, state andlocal governments are adopting a patchworkof contradictory immigration rules and regu-lations which are often impossible for busi-nesses to comply with.

RENEWINGMembers Thank You !

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Associação Caboverdiana De Brockton, Inc.AT & T MobilityBath FitterBoys and Girls Club of Brockton, Inc.Brian GibbsBridgewater GettyC. M. Petti Market & DeliCancun Mexican RestaurantCarousel Family Fun CenterCheryl Hodge-Spencer, DMDCITSLINCEdwina Martin House / EMH Recovery INC.Fitzgerald AppraisalsGood Days Restaurant, Inc.Gourmet CafeGrant Stanton Produce Company, Inc.Hennessey & MacInnis, Inc.Irish Cultural Centre of New EnglandJohn Corcoran & CompanyJohn DeCosta Jr., Inc. Lock & SecurityJudith A. & Richard Clark

Michele's Massage StudioModern Auto BodyMontello Heel Manufacturing, Inc.Motorcars International, Inc.My Turn, Inc.National Athletic Training & Fitness InstituteNew England Baling Wire, Inc.Old Colony Elder ServicesOld Town Real Estate LLCOn Deck Sports - Promounds, Inc.Philip Nessralla, Jr., Esq.R. E. Lyons & Son Fire Equipment CorpRogers & Gray InsuranceSharkansky LLP, CPA'sSouth Shore SupplyStonebridge CafeThe Ockers Company, Inc.Tufts Health PlanVHS Transportation Company, Inc.William M. Callahan Real Estate

WELCOME New MembersMaking an Investment in Our Community

Business Marketing Success, Inc.Mr. Joseph Costantino2 Thayer StreetAbington, MA 02351(781) 878-1731www.businessmarketingsuccess.comMarketing/Public RelationsBusiness Consulting Services

Corporation for Public MangementMs. Robin Jones75 Commerical StreetBrockton, MA 02302(508) 895-7106www.partnersforcommunity.orgEmployee Assistance Programs

Designers MetalcraftMr. Glenn Mueller530 Spring StreetEast Bridgewater, MA 02333(508) 378-0404www.designersmetalcraft.comMetal

Henson Jackson Art Gallery FrameryMs. Eveline Henson-Jackson2 Canton StreetStoughton, MA 02072(781) 297-5220Art/Framing

James M. Heller, DMDMr. James M. HellerWilliamsburg Square, Suite 1101350 Belmont StreetBrockton, MA 02301(508) 584-2500Dental

McGuiggan's PubMs. Danielle Rosen546 Washington StreetWhitman, MA 02382 (781) 447-7333www.mcguigganspub.comRestaurants

Premium Property SolutionsMs. Taisha Crayton992 Bedford StreetBridgewater, MA 02324(508) 807-1497www.premiumpropertysolutions.comContractors Specialty

VinonaGroupServicesUSA, LLCMr. Andy N. Johnson109 Manomet StreetBrockton, MA 02301(508) 584-4499www.vinonagroup.bizHealth Care

Working Media, Inc.Mr. John Perry753 Washington Street #6Stoughton, MA(781) 695-2050www.wmedia.comGraphic Designers

Join the Chamber In May To Receive . . .

Becoming a member of the Metro South Chamber of Commerce providesyour business opportunities to accelerate its growth. When you join theChamber, you become a leader within the business community and a memberof the region's most dynamic advocacy organization. Membership means poten-tial new business prospects, new savings, access to valuable resources and infor-mation, access to health and dental plans, a variety of marketing opportunitiesand more, for you and your business. Chamber membership is affordable nomatter how small your business - 70% of our members have 10 or fewer employ-ees - and it provides your business with tremendous opportunity.

On May 5&6, many community and business leaders currently benefitingfrom membership in the Chamber will contact businesses that could benefitfrom membership in the Metro South Chamber of Commerce.

JOIN DURING THE MONTH OF MAY TO RECEIVE:• 1 FREE ticket to the Small Business Luncheon and Expo on May 12• 1 FREE member listing in the Action Report newsletter (distribution of 30,000)• FREE Mini Member Profile with Photo in the Action Report (see page 12)• 2 FREE listings in the 2011 Book for Business distributed to 5,000 businesses• FREE 2010 Member Directory• FREE set of Membership labels (over 700 businesses)• FREE listing in Chamber online directory with a hotlink to your website• FREE admittance to your first 2 Chamber After Hours Networking Event• 5 FREE 30 second radio spots on WXBR Radio AM 1460• FREE opportunity to promote your events in the E-Update (3,000 people)• Group Health Insurance, Comcast Savings, and Energy Purchasing Program• Enrollment Fee Waived

= OVER $1,100.00 IN PROMOTIONAL BENEFITS(Base Rate is $295 + $5 per full time employee)

For more information or to set up an appointment, contact John Nesti at508.586.0500 x 229 or email jnesti@metrosouthchamber.com. You can also findmore information on our website at www.metrosouthchamber.com.

Membership Drive, May 5 & 6

Thank you! . . To those who have donated prizes for the Membership Drive:

Westgate Hotel and Conference Center, Corporate Gifts Boston, George Washington TOMA,Carousel Family Fun Center of Whitman, Rock Reunion, Revolution Rock Bar & Lounge,Skywalk Observation at Prudential Center, The Medieval Manor, The Steamship Authority,Revolution Rock Bar & Lounge, Puppet Showplace Theatre, Plimoth Plantation, Lucky StrikeLanes, Improv Asylum, Hyatt Regency, Hyatt Harborside at Logan Airport, Hyannis WhaleWatcher Cruises, Capt. John Boats, Fundraising Rides, Bella's II Pizzeria, Michele's MassageStudio, Boston MassPass, Aunt Annie's, The Victorian House at TJ Smiths, Living the DreamAuto Care, Cape Cod Railroad, Brockton Symphony Orchestra.

If You are a Chamber Member who would like to participate in the Drive onMay 5 or May 6 at Stonehill College Alumni Hall from 8:30 am - 12:00 pm, pleasecontact John Nesti at 508.586.0500 x 229 or email jnesti@metrosouthchamber.com.The day will include complimentary refreshments, prizes and live interviews withSam Kopper at WATD 95.9 FM or Ron van Dam at WXBR 1460 AM.

GRO-N-THINGS, INC.

SERVING AREA

BUSINESS SINCE 1975

Shelley TierneyOWNER

P.O. Box 1246Middleboro, MA 02346508.947.8433 (p)781.767.2244 (f)

Interior Plant Maintenance and Design Service

Career Day Connects Students to Business

To Join the Chamber:Call John,

508.586.0500 x 229 or emailjnesti@metrosouthchamber.com

iComply Informs Chamber About 201 CMR 17.00

Over 300 students and 43 business-es participated in the 13th AnnualCareer Day. Pictured Left: NaquanEscort, BAWIB, Kathy Lynch,Connecting Activities at the Chamberand Sheila Sullivan-Jardim, BAWIBinform students about career pathsand internship opportunities.

iComplyNow recently ran a workshop on 201 CMR 17.00Compliance. Joe Burns (pictured front left) author of theEssential Guide for 201 CMR 17.00 Compliance present-ed a practical and cost effective approach for develop-ing business’ specific Written Information SecurityPrograms (WISP). The Guide is available for purchaseat www.icomplynow.com. For more information, contactRoy Avila (pictured front right) at 888-445-4843.

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BOARDProfile

Address:335 Grange Park, Bridgewater, MAPhone: 508-279-1800Website: www.primaryvisionco.com

Year Established: 1994

Products or services:HR and management consulting

Number of employees:Sole

What is your market area?Massachusetts

What markets do you serve?Businesses of all sizes, across allindustries.

Jane CallahanHr Alternatives

HR Alternatives

What is unique about the business andthat products/services you offer?We offer a one-on-one partnershipwith small business owners or execu-tives ensuring a uniquely professional,yet practical approach to addressingtheir concerns and obtaining theirdesired end result.

What is your main business objectiveconcerning your customers and the busi-ness community?Our main objective is to assist growingbusinesses with leadership develop-ment and HR strategic planning andcompliance.

Please list awards, honors or specialrecognition your firm has received:“Outstanding Service & Profession-alism Award” from New EnglandSatellite Systems, Inc.

How long have you been a ChamberBoard Member?November, 2009

What is your Chamber involvement?I was a past Board member from 1998-2002 and a Chamber member since1994. I have also served as a resourcefor the HR Hotline.

Business Essentials - MemberLed Workshop

Attend aChamber MemberLed Workshopbrought to you byAflac, AmericanB o o k k e e p i n g

Solutions, the Law Office of George H.Boerger and OnPoint Coaching. A semi-nar that is designed for Small Businessesand Entrepreneurs, the “Essentials onRunning a Business” will expand yourbusiness acument and assist you with yourbusiness endeavors for sustainable devel-opment and growth.

This seminar will cover topics such as:Insurance, Financial Management,Business Law and Marketing. Drawingfrom 50+ years of combined experience,

Angel Nieves, George Boerger, JoeKameese and John Lloyd will pro-vide the latest in best practices foroperating, growing and sustaining aviable business. This seminar will beinformative, interactive and shouldnot be missed!

The seminar will be held on Friday,May 14th from 9am-11am at theBusiness Center at the BAWIB office(top floor), located at 34 SchoolStreet, Brockton. For directions, visitwww.bawib.org. To register, contactJohn Lloyd at 617.359.0099 or emailinfo@onpointcoachingservices.com.Sponsored by ChiMark FinancialServices, Cushman Insurance andAccutrac payroll Services.

American Bookkeeping Solutions

Angel Nieves, Aflac; John Lloyd, OnPoint Coaching

U.S. Small Business Programs OfferedAttend a FREE SBA workshop designed to highlight the

various SBA programs and services that are available toprospective or current entrepreneurs who need assistance instarting or expanding their business. General information willbe provided on the following:

Small Business Counseling (SCORE) Small Business / Development Centers • Business Information Center SBA 7(a)

• Loan Guaranty Program • 8(a) Business Development HUB/Zones • SmallDisadvantaged Business Assistance • Government Contracting Opportunities

The workshop will be held at CareerWorks, 34 School Street, Brockton from 2 - 4 pm on the third Wednesday of each month. The next workshops will be heldon May 19, 2010 and June 16, 2010. Contact CareerWorks at 508.513.3400 for furtherworkshop information.

Downtown Brockton Properties to See New Look

Through the U.S.Housing & UrbanDevelopment -Community Devel-opment Block Grantfunding, downtownBrockton will soonsee a new look to its

buildings. The Façade ImprovementProgram is strongly supported by MayorLinda M. Balzotti, downtownCouncilors Tom Monahanand Dennis DeNapoli, theBrockton 21st CenturyCorporation, the Metro South Chamber ofCommerce and the Downtown BrocktonAssociation. The program will be seeing someimmediate results as the first contract to beginwork has been recently executed.

The program can be seen as a successalready without spending a singe dollar.There have been over 38 applications sentout to the various property owners indi-cating the faith these businesses have inBrockton. Mayor Balzotti stated, “Wehave placed applications in my office andbuilding department. We have sent themto the various business associations; theresult is many property owners' interest inmaking improvements to their buildings.There is a waiting list to gain access tofunding for this year. The impact theseimprovements will have on Main Street

will be tremendous.”The physical improvements made will

allow businesses to better market theirlocation and products during a tougheconomic time.

To assist those who might be interest-ed in the program, there is a video pres-entation of the program and it is placed onthe City's website www.ci.brockton.ma.usalong with the Brockton 21st Century

Corporation's. www.brock-ton21.com . It has also been trans-lated toPortuguese. For thosethat are YouTube fans, the video

has been placed on YouTube at:www.youtube.com/user/NoNeed2Bragg.Some other facts:• Received 10 applications requestinga total of $233,000 in matching funds• Levels of interest amount to an addi-tional $130,000 in applications• Anticipated rehabilitation to facadesto total $635,000 in private investment• Actively seeking more applications

The façade improvement reviewcommittee is made up of the followingcity departments: Building, Planning,Fire and Police. Our other partners are:MassDevelopment, SEED Corporation,BKA Architect and the various businessassociations. Peter Engels is the contact:Phone: 508-586-0021 or email: pen-gels@brockton21.com.

Written by Mary Waldron, 21st Century Corporation

Rendition of improvements being sought at 278 Main Street, Brockton

Photo of the completed facade at 278 Main Street, Brockton

Chamber Participates in Keeping Brockton Beautiful

Alison van Dam, Metro South Chamber, Rosemarie MacPherson, Resident,Fredson Gomes, Self Help, Inc. CDC Division, Anne Marie Belrose, Building aBetter Brockton, Linda Balzotti, Mayor of Brockton. Photos by Janet Trask

John Nesti, Metro South Chamber of Commerce.

Photo by Nelson Fernandes

More than 900 Brockton residents and business people recently tookto the streets to pick up trash as part of the 6th Annual Keep BrocktonBeautiful Day. Volunteers covered 50 locations across the city filling hun-dreds of bags with trash. Following the cleanup, there was a barbeque atHeights Crossing for all those who participated.

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May 14Government Affairs

12:00 pm - 1:15 pmMetro South Chamber of Commerce60 School Street, Brockton

Discuss issues of importance with elected officials andcandidates relevent to the current business climate.

Tickets: $5 members, $10 non-members

Please RSVP at 508.586.0500 ext. 225

BUSINESS EVENTSIT’SEASY TO REGISTER!508-586-0500 x 231

508-587-1340

E-mail:info@metrosouthchamber.com

Online: www.metrosouthchamber.com

Send reservation and payment to:

Metro South Chamber of CommerceSixty School Street Names of Persons Attending: _________________

_____________________________________

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Events:______________________________

Company:____________________________

Phone:______________________________

REMINDER: We accept VISA, MasterCard and AMEX

AJ’s Cleaning & Maintenance Corp. VinonaGroupServicesUSA, LLCMcGuiggan’s Pub South Shore Rehabilitationand Skilled Care Center

Business Marketing Success, Inc.Premium Property Solutions JOIN THE CHAMBER IN MAY

Buy Local From These New Chamber of Commerce Members

Henson Jackson Art Gallery & Framery

2 Canton Street, Stoughton781-297-5220 • www.hensonjacksonartgallery.com

We are located in the Track Side Plaza, directlyacross from Stoughton’s commuter rail. We spe-cialize in custom framing and offer a 10% dis-count to our Chamber members and clients.Henson Jackson art gallery is a minority ownedbusiness and is in the process of becomingSOMWBA certified. Contact Eveline at 781-297-5220 or visit www.hensonjacksonartgallery.comfor more information.

546 Washington Street, Whitman781-447-7333 • www.mcguigganspub.com

Located in downtown Whitman, McGuiggan's Pub is afashionable, upscale Irish sports pub with a lively barand dining room. Situated in a completely remodeled19th century building, the pub's ambiance exudes his-tory and charm. With all the class of a Boston pub,McGuiggan's serves a great pub menu in a relaxed,comfortable atmosphere. McGuiggan's is a great placeto eat, drink, and socialize with family and friends. Seepage 2 for ribbon cutting information.

109 Manomet Street, Brockton508-584-4499 • www.vinonagroup.biz

VinonaGroupServicesUSA, LLC is an in-home careand services provider that assists individuals, familiesand other organizations with care and their servicesneeds. We help our clients lead dignified, independ-ent lifestyles in the comfort and safety of their ownhomes. We provide services such as cleaning, con-sultancy, companion, sitter services, transportingclients, caring for pets, assisting in mail, correspon-dence and payment of bills and more.

115 North Avenue, Rockland781-878-3308 • www.southshorerehab.com

South Shore Rehab & Skilled Care Center is anowner operated, newly renovated 96 bed centerproviding both short term and long term care.We are pleased to offer Rockland and the sur-rounding communities our exceptional service.This is evidenced by out highly qualified, caringstaff and comprehensive clinical and rehabilita-tive capabilities in a comfortable, homelike, andsecure setting.

992 Bedford Street, Bridgewater508-807-1497 • www.premiumpropertysolutions.com

We provide first-rate and dependable property preservationservices to all of our clients in Massachusetts. From multi-family home renovations to single family landscaping needs,we strive to create and maintain a professional friendly envi-ronment that recognizes teamwork and individual contri-bution while providing opportunities for each employee togrow with our company. The PPS crew is clean, courteous,efficient, and extremely skilled. No job is too big or too small.We always strive for perfection! Call Us Today!

2 Thayer Street, Abington781-878-1731 • www.businessmarketingsuccess.com

Joe Costantino is a high energy, passionate marketing coachand consultant who helps coaches, consultants and profes-sional service providers develop a step-by-step marketingsystem to grow their businesses. Since starting in 2003, Joehas worked with hundreds of business owners to revitalizeand revamp their businesses. He has helped them discoverhow to use their hidden assets to develop real-world strate-gies and lead generation tools that get huge results. CallJoe for a no obligation Marketing Check-up.

Metro South Chamber, 60 School Street, Brockton508-586-0500 • www.metrosouthchamber.com

Join the Chamber during the month of May and yourbusiness profile will be displayed here. In addition, youwill receive a ticket to the Small Business Luncheon onMay 12, 2 free listings in the 2011 Book for Business, a 2010Book for Business, free set of Mailing labels, free listing inthis newsletter, free listing on the Chamber website, freeadmittance to 2 networking events, 5 30 second radiospots on WXBR 1460, Group Health Insurance, ComcastSavings, Energy Power Purchasing, and more.

44 Rosemary Street, Brockton508-857-2540 • www.ajs-clean.com

Jamie Hallett and Hugo Amado have over 35years experience cleaning and maintainingoffice buildings on the south shore. We havea staff of 10 ready to help you in any way.Call us for any cleaning or if you need any-thing fixed or replaced around the office.Cleaning, painting, repairs, we can do it! Formore information, call 508-857-2540 or visitwww.ajs-clean.com.

YOUR BUSINESSPROFILE HERE

5:30 pm - 7:30 pmHarborOne Credit Union770 Oak Street, Brockton

This is a great networking event in a casual setting.Refreshments will be served. Do not forget your business cards!

Free to Attend

Please RSVP at 508-586.0500 ext. 231

May 19Business After Hours

A fine art gallery where passion is art...

Join the Chamber During the May Membership Drive!

Call John at 508.586.0500 x 229.

10:00 am - 3:00 pmThe Shaw’s Center1 Feinberg Way, Brockton

Be a part of this premier venue showcasing productsand services from local businesses. The day is packedwith events, speakers, and awards. Lunch will beserved at noon.

Tickets: $35 members, $45 non-members

Please RSVP at 508.586.0500 ext. 231

May 12Business Luncheon & EXPO

3:00 pmMcGuiggan’s Pub546 Washington Street, Whitman

Enjoy networking, a cold beverage and half-pricedappetizers while welcoming a new business to thearea.

Free to Attend

No RSVP is required

May 21Ribbon Cutting

5:30 pm - 7:30 pmAbington Bank6 Harrison Avenue, Abington

This is a great networking event in a casual setting.Refreshments will be served. Do not forget your business cards!

Free to Attend

Please RSVP at 508-586.0500 ext. 231

May 25Open House

5:30 pm - 6:30 pmWest Bridgewater Library80 Howard Street, West Bridgewater

Learn about the trip to visit Innsbruch, Golden Roof,Munich, Oberammergau, Salzburg and theChristmas Markets from November 30-December 7.

Free to Attend

Please RSVP at 508-586.0500 ext. 225

May 26Germany/Austria Trip Info Session