May 2012

The 2012 Small Business andEntrepreneur of the Year Awards will be

presented at a special Luncheon onWednesday, May 16, 2012, 12pm at the Shaw’s

Center, 1 Feinberg Way, Brockton.The featured speaker is Domenic

Giandomenico, Director of Education & Workforcefor the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for aCompetitive Workforce (ICW). Giandomenico, a grad-uate of American University, leads ICW on higher edu-cation and workforce policy issues. He works with cor-porations and chambers in helping to form policies,programs, and strategies that will enable our nationand its workforce to remain competitive in the globaleconomy. Giandomenico also works to improve edu-cation and workforce development through a partner-ship with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

At the Luncheon, there will be a special appearanceby MASS HYSTERIA, a musical satirical cabaret thatpokes fun at the local goings-on, personalities and pol-itics of Massachusetts. “Clever and fast-paced!” saysSunday Boston Globe North. “Topical, hilarious andguaranteed to have audiences rolling in laughter” saysthe Fall River Herald.

The Small Business and Entrepreneur Awards will bepresented at the luncheon to businesses that have dis-played employment/staying power, growth, innovation

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

CONTENTSCalendar of Events 3Good News 4Membership Drive 9Renewing Members 10New Members 10Member Profiles 12

Cheryl O’Neal, page 5

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Leading BusinessesLeading Communities

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Awards, Expo, Keynote & Mass Hysteria at Small Biz Luncheon

Printing Donated bythe Enterprise

Prior Small Business of the Year RecipientsElie Baking Co., Prisco’s Market & Steve’s Lawn Care, MCG Partners, HeightsCrossing, Westgate Lanes, Cindy’s Kitchen, Northeast Wholesale Nail & FastenerSupply Co., Duplitron, Inc., Modern Auto Body, United Furniture, Inc., RobertSharkansky & Company, CPAPrior Entrepreneur of the Year RecipientsRichard Rosen of McGuiggan’s Pub, Patricia Winberg of Topnotch Design Studio,Michelle Cully of XPressman Trucking & Courier, Inc., Robert Monahan of UPPA Baby,Howard Wright of Wright Technology, Rob Peters of Rob Peters Entertainment, JeffreyChrzanowski of Spark Street Autobody, Charles Bernard of The DJ Experience, JamesMessinger of The Crazy Chefs Caterers, Jerome Offutt of Top Quality Staffing, RandyYanoff of Eye of the Tiger Karate

Thursday, June 14, 2012The Shaw’s Center,

1 Feinberg Way, Brockton

8am - 9am: ATHENA Expo9am - 10am: ATHENA Breakfast

10am - 11am: ATHENA Expo11am - 12:00pm: Workshops

On Thursday, June 14, at theShaw’s Center, Brockton, theMetro South Chamber andHarborOne Credit Union willpresent the 14th AnnualATHENA Award during a spe-cial breakfast to an exceptionalindividual who has achievedexcellence in his/her business orprofession, has served the com-munity in a meaningful way,and has assisted women inreaching their full leadershippotential.

The featured speaker isMichele McPhee, an investiga-tive reporter for WCVB Channel5 in Boston. A veteran crime jour-nalist, she is the best-selling truecrime author of numerous novels,some of which have been adaptedfor movies. McPhee was thePolice Bureau Chief for the NewYork Daily News for nearly 10years, covered Ground Zero on9/11, and as been a commentator

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10am - 12pm: Business Expo12pm - 1:30pm: Small Business

Luncheon1:30pm - 3pm: Business Expo

Premier Luncheon Sponsors

EPA Regulations Costing Region Business, JobsAttorney General Pledges Assistance to Gain Access to Regional Wastewater Capacity

The Brockton Area Water Reclamation Facility located in Brockton and built toserve the entire region in the 1960s recently underwent more than 100 million dollarsin renovations. It is now one of the most efficient and effective facilities within NewEngland. A recent study conducted by the State of Massachusetts has concluded thenewly remodeled facility can handle all of the regions sewer needs through 2030.However, the U.S. EPA has yet to grant the approvals necessary to allow the facility tofully serve the region. Instead, these communities are being required to study, plan andbuild redundant systems at unsustainable costs to their communities. This issue is hurt-ing the entire Metro South region environmentally and economically. A resolution isessential. We cannot afford the loss of more jobs and opportunity. The Chamber’sChairman Peter Neville, Chair Elect Bill Morse and President Christopher Cooney areworking with Attorney General Martha Coakley and will travel to Washington D.C. tomeet with Senators Kerry and Brown. They will also meet with Congressman Lynchto elicit support and make progress on this important regional issue.

Attorney General Martha Coakley atMetro South Chamber Annual LegislativeLuncheon. See page 7 for more pictures.

2012 Business Expo MASS HYSTERIA,a satirical music revuebased on current events

Domenic Giandomenico,Institute for

Competitive Workforce

Keynote Speaker:Michele McPhee,

InvestigativeReporter for WCVB

Channel 5

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

Wednesday, May 16, 201210am - 12pm: Business Expo12pm - 1:30pm: Small Business Awards LuncheonFeaturing Domenic Giandomenico, Director of Education &Workforce, ICW and MASS HYSTERIA1:30pm - 3pm: Business Expo

Promote your company to prospective clients at the 2012 Business Expo pre-sented in conjunction with the Small Business Awards Luncheon, May 16, 2012 atthe Shaw’s Center, Brockton. More than 30 businesses will be featured in thistable top Expo. Reserve your table by May 8 and secure an early bird rate of $259for members and $359 for non members. After May 8, the cost of a table willincrease to $299 for members and $399 for future-members. Price includes 1 lunchticket. For more information call, Kim Prosper at 508.586.0500 x 231 or [email protected]. The Expo is free to attend.

If you are a woman owned busi-ness, or a business that supportswomen, we invite you to display atthe 2012 Women’s Expo, presentedin conjunction with the ATHENAProgram. Table top displays are $99for members and $129 for future-members and includes 1 breakfast ticket.

The EXPO will take place on Thursday, June 14, 2012 from 8:00 am - 9:00 am and10:00 am - 11:00 am at the Shaw’s Center, 1 Feinberg Way, Brockton. For more infor-mation or to reserve your table, contact Kimberly Prosper at 508.586.0500 x 231 oremail [email protected].

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on breaking news for national programson CNN, MSNBC and the Fox NewsNetwork. McPhee has also hosted herown talk radio program and has beenawarded first place for “Serious Column”by the New England Press Association.Her books have included “A Professor’sRage”, “A Date With Death” based on thecraigslist killer, “When Evil Rules” and “AMob Story.”

The ATHENA Awards Programwas created in 1982 and has expandedto over 500 cities in the United States,Russia, Canada, China, The United ArabEmirates and the United Kingdom. The

SMALL BIZ LUNCHEON Continued from page 1and social responsibilities. Tickets are $35 for members and $45 for future-members. Register by calling Kim at 508.586.0500 x 231, email [email protected] or online at events.metrosouthchamber.com. Sponsored by Bank of America and Comcast Business Class.

Metro South Chamber of Commercebelieves in the values underlying theATHENA Foundation’s philosophy ofincorporating the talents and expertise ofwomen into the leadership of our busi-nesses, communities and government.

Tickets are $25 for members and $35for future-members. Expo tables are $99.To register, reserve your expo table, or tonominate an individual for an ATHENAaward, please call Kim Prosper at508.586.0500 x 231, or visit events.met-rosouthchamber.com. Sponsored byHarborOne Credit Union, the Shaw’sCenter and the Brockton Rox.

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ATHENA Program to Feature Women Achievements, WCVB’s McPhee, EXPO and Workshops

Jointhe Metro

South Chamberfor an Open Housenetworking event at AbingtonBank, 6 Harrison Avenue in,Abington on Tuesday, May 22 from5:30 pm -7:30 pm.

Looking for great rates? Tiredof the “big bank” impersonal serv-ice? Then it’s time you tried thetruly local alternative - AbingtonBank. Abington Bank has beenquietly meeting the financial needsof families and individuals since1888. They are proud of their

record and proud to belocal. Abington Bank isalso involved in manyfundraisers and givingback to the community. 24hour ATM available. Formore information about

Abington Bank, call 781-878-0045 orvisit theabingtonbank.com.

This is a casual event that presentsa great way to make business con-tacts, so bring plenty of businesscards! In addition, refreshments willbe served. This event is free ofcharge, but reservations are required.To register, visit events.met-rosouthchamber.com, call Kim at508.586.0500 x 231 or email [email protected].

BUSINESS

OPEN HOUSE

Join the Chamber at Abington Bank Open HouseTuesday, May 22, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Abington

Workshops: 11:00 am - 12:00 pmPresented in conjunction with the ATHENA Award Program, three concurrent

workshops will be presented. The cost to attend a workshop is free with admissionto the ATHENA breakfast. The cost to attend a workshop without purchasing anATHENA Ticket is $25 for members, $35 for future-members.

5 Steps to Successful Retirement Planning for WomenWomen often have unique concerns and needs when it comes to retirement plan-

ning, and, in the past, those concerns haven’t been adequately addressed by thefinancial planning community. In this presentation, Mark Singer, certified financialplanner, will discuss the importance of retirement planning for women, special con-

cerns for widows or those who are recently divorced, estate planningbasics, and more. He’ll also outline key steps women can take tostrengthen their financial position and get ready for retirement. MarkSinger is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and theauthor of The Changing Landscape of Retirement—What You Don’t KnowCould Hurt You. An expert on the topic for over 25 years, Mark is the creatorof the Retirement Roadmap and the Financial Organizer System, and hasshared his expertise nationally in The Wall Street Journal, ABCNews.com,FoxNews.com and Bloomberg Radio, as well as locally on NECN and WRKO.

LinkedIn: More Than Just Collecting NumbersConnecting with people on LinkedIn is more than col-lecting numbers. LinkedIn is a powerful business toolthat provides opportunities to build business relation-

ships never before available. Learn how to effectively interact in groups, useLinkedIn as a communication tool, use the power of Company Pages for busi-nesses and job seekers and 5 tips to building a profile that helps you be foundinside and outside of LinkedIn. Geek Girl is a network of professional women techexperts offering training and workshops in everything from turning on the computer toadvanced programming. For more information, visit geekgirlcamp.com

Marketing Strategies Using Social MediaLearn how social media has revolutionized how wecommunicate and what it means for you and yourbusiness. This workshop will provide an overview ofsocial media tools to include: search engine optimiza-tion (SEO), importance of blogging, social networking(Facebook, Linkedin, Twitter, Google+, YouTube andPinterest), Google small business tools, and e-newslet-ters. Geek Girl is a network of professional women tech

experts offering training and workshops in everything from turning on the computer toadvanced programming. For more information, visit geekgirlcamp.com

Mark Singer

EXPO: 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Geek Girls Help Desk: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

8am - 9am: ATHENA Expo9am - 10am: ATHENA Breakfast10am - 11am: ATHENA Expo11am - 12:00pm: Workshops

13th Annual ATHENA ProgramThursday, June 14, 2012The Shaw’s Center,1 Feinberg Way, Brockton

EXPO Featured at Small Biz Luncheon

Stop by the famous Geek Girl Tech Help Desk and get your Social Media QuestionsAnswered! The Geek Girls will be on hand to answer your questions on social media,marketing, apps and more. Come with questions, or perhaps sit down for a quickSocial Media assessment on your business. Fill out a Social Media Speed ConsultingFormso we can help you with your strategy. Learn about the hottest and newest appsfor your smartphone to make your mobile networking strategy while on the road.

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

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MAY Calendar3 Principles of Lean Manufacturing

3 Ambassador Meeting/Membership Drive Kickoff

11 Government Affairs

15 Executive Board Meeting34 School Street, Brockton

16 Small Business Awards & EXPOThe Shaw’s Center, 1 Feinberg Way, Brockton

EXPOLuncheon & Awards

22 Open House at Abington Bank6 Harrison Avenue, Abington

24 Investigating Concerns in a Fragile Market

28 Memorial Day - Chamber Closed

30 Board Meeting

30,31 Membership DriveMerkert Tracy Hall, Stonehill College, Easton

31 Quickbooks Workshop

Coming Up June

6 Ambassador Meeting

6 Business After Hours - Bernardi of Brockton 300 Manley Street, Brockton

8 Government Affairs12 Financial Statements for Small Businesses

14 ATHENA Awards Program & EXPOShaw’s Center, 1 Feinberg Way, Brockton

EXPOBreakfast & AwardsWorkshops

15 SDO Pre-Certification Workshop

21 Business After Hours/Ribbon CuttingHoliday Inn Express, 195 Westgate Drive, Brockton

29 SDO Connecting Your Business to the Commonwealth

Metro South Chamber of Commerce Sixty School Street, Brockton, MA 02301-4087 tel: 508 586-0500/fax: 508 587-1340 [email protected] www.metrosouthchamber.com

Photography by Rich Morganwww.richmorganphotography.com

ACTION Report Volume 12 - Issue 5(USPS-410630) is published monthly except for combinedJuly/August for $5.00 per year by the Metro South Chamber ofCommerce, Sixty School Street, Brockton, MA 02301-4087.Periodical Postage Paid at Brockton, MA. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Action Report, Sixty School Street, Brockton, MA 02301-4087

The Metro South Chamber of Commerce is solely responsiblefor the editorial content of this publication.

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.

ACCREDITEDCHAMBER OF COMMERCE

CHAMBER STAFF 508-586-0500 Front Desk x 221

Christopher Cooney, CCEPresident and CEO x 223

Kimberly ProsperProgram Director x 231

Kerry SullivanFinance x 230

Alison van Dam, IOMDirector of Communications x 222

Lisa KeeneBusiness Development x 225

Kathleen LynchMembership Director/ Connecting Activities Interim x 229

Newsletter Designed by Alison van Dam

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

OFFICERS

Chair of the BoardPeter NevilleConcord Foods

President and CEOChristopher CooneyMetro South Chamber of Commerce

Chair-ElectWilliam MorseMutual Bank

TreasurerJohn McGovernRodman & Rodman, PC, CPA’s

Vice Chair Community AffairsAndrea PapadopoulosArista Associates, Inc.

Vice Chair Economic DevelopmentSteve HallPrism Energy Services

Vice Chair Government AffairsSusan JossBrockton Neighborhood Health Center

Vice Chair Membership DevelopmentPatricia WilliamsHarborOne Credit Union

Immediate Past ChairScott SanbornTD Bank

DIRECTORS

Jane Callahan - HR AlternativesRichard Colon -Verizon CommunicationsLoretta DeGrazia - East Coast PetroleumPeter Dello Russo - Bridgewater Savings BankFrancis Dillon - Stonehill CollegeKim Hollon - Signature HealthcareRobert Kenworthy - Bank of America

Jeffrey Liebman - Good Samaritan Medical ServicesMarc Lucas - Attorney at LawDr. Dana Mohler Faria -Bridgewater State UniversityJim Murphy LSP- GeoInsight Inc.Gerald Nadeau- Rockland Trust CompanyJonathan “Jay” Pike - Sharkansky LLPBill Scanlon -Community Newspapers (The Enterprise)Andrew SchwartzLaw Office of Andrew H. Schwartz, LLCLarry Siskind -Siskind and Siskind Attorneys at LawArt Sullivan -ConsultantPeter Vlaco - Brophy & Philips Company, Inc.Dr. Charles Wall -Massasoit Community College

GOODNewsCelebrate the great things going on!

Weinstein Named Top CardiologistCardiologist Joseph Weinstein, MD, hasbeen named one of America’s “TopCardiologists of 2011” by the Consumers’Research Council of America. Dr.Weinstein, who resides in Westwood, isthe medical director of Easton CardiologyAssociates, 15 Roche Bros. Way, and isaffiliated with Good Samaritan MedicalCenter. The recognition from theWashington, D.C.-based group is deter-mined by evaluating a physician’s experi-ence, training, board certification and pro-fessional associations. Dr. Weinstein is arecipient of the Bakst Award in Medicineand the Malamud Prize and previouslywas named to Boston Magazine’s “BostonTop Doctors” list. Dr. Weinstein has a spe-cial clinical interest in coronary diseaseand cholesterol. His office may be reachedat 781-792-6500.

YouthWorks Open HouseYouthWorks will be hosting an OpenHouse for the re-opening of the One-StopCareer Center for Youth on Wednesday,May 9, 2012 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.YouthWorks is located on 34 School Streetin Brockton and offers employment/career-readiness services to youth ages 14-21. The Brockton Area WorkforceInvestment Board (BAWIB) providesoversight and funding for YouthWorksthrough the federal WorkforceInvestment Act (WIA). Youth, familymembers, community members, and localemployers are encouraged to attend theevent to learn more about the services thecenter provides.

OCPC Bottleneck Analysis StudyOld Colony Planning Council (OCPC) iscurrently conducting a Major BottleneckAnalysis Study for the Route 104 Corridorin Bridgewater and the Route 138Corridor in Stoughton. The geographicscope of the study includes the Route 104Corridor from South Street to theRaynham Town Line in Bridgewater andthe Route 138 Corridor from Brock Streetto the Canton Town Line in Stoughton.The purpose of this study is to relieve traf-fic bottlenecks and to develop solutions toenhance traffic flow and improve bicycleand pedestrian safety. You are invited toparticipate in the discussion by filling outour 2012 Major Bottleneck Analysis StudySurvey at: http://www.ocpcrpa.org/bot-tleneck_survey.html. For more informa-tion on these studies, please visit:http://www.ocpcrpa.org/bottleneck_stud-ies.html.

Brockton Symphony Orchestra ConcertMay 6, 2012: Brockton Symphony.Symphonic concert entitled "Love" May 6,2012, 3 P.M. at West Middle School, WestStreet Brockton. Fresh from giving a suc-cessful free family concert, the Brocktonsymphony is preparing three great worksfor their final concert on May 6. HarpistIna Zdorovetchi will join conductorJames M. Orent and play the romantic"Concerto de Aranjuez" by Rodrigo.Theromance continues with the music from

the ballet "Sylvia" by Delibes. The themeof "Love" ends with the great Dvorak G-major Symphony, inspired in part by hishidden love for his sister-in-law duringher final illness and death. For informa-tion www.brocktonsymphony.org or508-588-3841 or visit the symphony onfacebook.

Champions Fighting Cancer Walk Signature Healthcare presents the 13thAnnual Champions Fighting CancerWalk being held on May 6th at from 8-10a.m starting at Brockton High Schooland ending at Signature HealthcareBrockton Hospital. Celebrate over adecade of success in our community.Join in as a walker, a volunteer or adonor. For more information please visit,www.signaturehealthcare.org

Bay State Bike WeekBrockton is celebrating Bay State BikeWeek at D.W. Field Park, Brockton,Saturday, May 12th at 10:00 a.m.Whether you're an enthusiastic cyclist,casual rider, or are just looking for aneasy, fun and healthy way to reduceyour carbon footprint join us asBrockton celebrates Bay State Bike Weekwith activities geared toward all agesand skill levels. 8:30 Group ride fromCity Hall - 10:00 Check in at D.W. FieldPark, Oak Street. There will be a BunnyHop competition, Time Trial and Groupride around the park. For more infor-mation call 508-826-7598 or e-mail [email protected]

Catholic Charities South Spring GalaCatholic Charities South proudly pres-ents A Passion for the Mission – ourAnnual Spring Gala – honoring the pro-grams and services that bring our mis-sion of “building a just and compassion-ate society rooted in the dignity of allpeople” to life! The Peggy Simons Careand Compassion Award will be present-ed to Carol and Bob Witt – AdvisoryBoard Members, Ambassadors ofCompassion and long time friends ofCatholic Charities South. Join us onWednesday May 9, 2012 at The Shaw’sCenter, Brockton and help raise muchneeded funds for the Food Pantry,Educational Programs and Basic NeedsClient Services offered to the 24,000 men,women and children we assist yearly.Tickets are $100 per person and availableon line now at www.ccab.org/southgalaor by phone at 508-587-0815 x264. Foradditional information, please contactNicki Meade Draves at 508-587-0815x264 or [email protected].

HarborOne in the CommunityThe Board of Directors of HarborOneCredit Union recently announced thefollowing donations to local non-profitorganizations: Two thousand five hun-dred dollars to Catholic Charities South;One thousand five hundred dollars toBrockton 21st Century Corporation; Twothousand five hundred dollars to theAlzheimer’s Association Plymouth

Walk; Eight thousand dollars to SignatureHealthcare Brockton Hospital Foundation

Old Colony Elder Services Meal SiteOld Colony Elder Services (OCES) theBrockton based regional elder servicesagency serving seniors, their families and,has recently opened a new congregatemeal site at the Brockton Council onAging, located at 10 Father Kenney Way.The new meal site, which opened onFebruary 28th, will be open one day aweek on Tuesdays to serve a noon timemeal. All meals are planned by aNutritionist and meet one-third of theRecommended Daily Allowance for majornutrients. High sodium foods are not usedand there is no salt added in cooking.Anyone age 60 or older and/or individualswith disabilities can make reservations at acongregate meal site. To attend this con-gregate meal site contact the BrocktonCouncil on Aging by calling 508-580-7811.OCES has 4 additional meals sites inBrockton. To sign up for any of these sitesor to learn about other congregate mealsites in our service area, contact OCES at508-584-1561.

Bridgewater Savings Approved in EBPBridgewater Savings received approval tooffer Federal Home Loan Bank's EquityBuilder Program grants for eligible FirstTime Home Buyers. The grants are part ofa New England wide grant program. Asan approved participant in the EquityBuilder Program (EBP), BridgewaterSavings may submit enrollment requestsfor funding on behalf of income-eligiblehome buyers. Grant funds are awarded toparticipating members in increments of upto $10,000 on a first-come, first-serve,home-buyer by home-buyer basis; EBPfunds are not guaranteed or reserved inadvance for any participating member orhomebuyer. For more information regard-ing the Equity Builder Program for FirstTime Home Buyers or for a free pre-approval, please call 508-884-3300.

Monteiro Elected Assistant Treasurer Mutual Bank announced today that AidaMonteiro, Branch Manager of theBrockton West Banking Center, has beenelected an Assistant Treasurer of the Bank.Monteiro joined the bank in 2008 as anAssistant Manager and in 2010 was pro-moted to Branch Manager. Her careerspans fifteen years in banking, as a per-sonal banking and business specialistfocusing on the needs and services of localbusinesses, providing expertise in areasincluding payroll, business credit cardsand merchant services. She is a registeredloan originator and notary public. She isfluent in several languages, includingPortuguese, Cape Verdean and Spanish,and is an active member of the CapeVerdean Association. Monteiro can bereached at (508) 586-1733. The BrocktonWest Banking Center is located at 777Belmont Street.

Brockton High School to Present GreaseBrockton High School Drama Club pres-ents Grease, the fun musical about teens inthe 60's on May 11th-13th at the Brockton

High School Fine Arts Building locatedat 470 Forest Avenue, Brockton. Thecost is $12.00 per person. If you havenot seen a Brockton High production,it is not to be missed. Show dates areMay 11 and May 12th at 7:30 PM &May 13th at 6:00 p.m. Tickets go onsale May 11th. For more informationcall 508-931-6133.

MY TURN GalaThursday, May 17: Please joinGovernor Michael Dukakis and KittyDukakis as well as former mayor JackYunits and Lees Yunits as honorarychairs at this years MY TURN's AnnualHERO Awards Banquet "GlobalVillage, held at the MassasoitConference Center in Brockton. At theevent, the HERO award will be pre-sented to Barry Koretz, principalowner of BKA associates and the out-going president of HarborOne CreditUnion's Board of Directors. Also hon-ored will be Dr. David Mudd, PastPresident of Caritas HospitalPhysicians and Willetts Silkworth, VPof Crescent Credit Union and MYTURN board member. The MC will bePam Cross, WCVB-Tv's news anchor.For tickets and info, call 508-580-2659 x205 visit www.my-turn.org.

Race Against HungerSunday, May 20: The Charity Guildand the Brockton Rox will be hostingthe third annual Race Against Hungerat Campanelli Stadium. The event willinclude a Family Fun Day. There willbe a Dash Around the Bases for kids 3-10 at 1:45 followed by a 3-mile run and1.5 mile walk at 2pm. After the races,the Rox will offer refreshments and anumber of children's activities. Thereis a $20 entry fee for runners or walkerswith proceeds benefiting the CharityGuild food pantry. Family Fun Daypasses are $10 per family. Local busi-nesses are invited to form teams orbecome sponsors, donating $125-500.For more info or to register, visithttp://www.thecharityguild.org or callMichael at 781-784-1928.

Boston Irish FestivalJune 8-June 10: Boston Irish Festival atthe Irish Cultural Centre of NewEngland, 200 New Boston Drive,Canton. Join us for amusements, irishgoods, irish culture, dancing, food,irish music, crafts and more.Visit www.bostonirishfestival.info formore information. Call 1-888-GO-IRISH. Tickets are $15 per person perday.

Knocking Down DiabetesBrockton will be “Knocking DownDiabetes” with an intensive city-widetwo week campaign running fromJune 9-June 23. Activities will include aTradeshow and Fair, free workshopsand presentations, culminating with a“Walk, Just For Walking” at June 23 atHarborOne Credit Union. For moreinfo, call 508-895-1314.

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The Massachusetts BiotechnologyCouncil (MassBio) will present aCommunity BioReady Seminar withthe purpose of providing backgroundto municipal officials about thebiotech industry and guidance onhow to position a municipality as adestination for biotech laboratory andmanufacturing facilities. The topicspresented in the seminars includes abackground on the biotech industry,its economic impact, facility require-ments of biotech laboratory and man-ufacturing space, bio-safety, andmunicipal approvals practices that areconducive to supporting biotechopportunities.

Existing BioReady communities inthe Metro South region are Brockton,Canton, Randolph and West

BioReady Seminar for Municipalities

Bridgewater. Those communitiesinterested in becoming pre-certifiedBioReady should attend this meeting.

The seminar will be held on May 18.Please contact Lisa Keene, 508-586-0500, ext. 225 or email [email protected] for more infor-mation.

The Metro South Chamber will havea booth at the 2012 Bio InternationalConvention at the Boston ConventionCenter June 18-21, 2012. Visit conven-tion.bio.org to learn more.

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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.

Join us on May 11, 12:00 pm at theChamber, 60 School Street, Brocktonfor our monthly Government AffairsMeeting. The guest speaker will beGeoff O’Hara, Executive Director ofthe Eastern Region of the U.S.Chamber of Commerce

As ExecutiveDirector of theEastern Region ofthe U.S. Chamberof Commerce,Geoff O’Hara isresponsible for leg-islative and politicalgrassroots strategy

in the eleven statesincluded in the

Chamber's Eastern Region. The mission

of the U.S. Chamber’s Regional Officesis to develop and main-tain legislative, politicaland grassrootsresources for theachievement of theU.S. Chamber’s publicpolicy goals. Geoff seeks to expand theChamber’s Eastern Regional operationsand strengthen relationships withChamber member businesses, associa-tions, and chambers of commerce.

If you would like to attend thismeeting, please contact Lisa at theChamber, 508.586.0500 x 225, [email protected], orregister at events.metrosouthchamber.com. The cost to attend is $5 for mem-bers and $15 for future-members andincludes lunch.

Friday, May 11, 2012

Geoff O’Hara,US Chamber of Commerce

Sponsor:

SAVE THE DATE: June Government Affairs June 8, 2012, 12:00 pm, Metro South ChamberThe Featured speaker will be John Regan, Executive Directorof Associated Industries of Massachusetts (AIM). AIMproactively advocates for fair and equitable public policy, andprovides relevant, reliable information and services.

Holiday Inn Express Business After Hours

Join the MetroSouth Chamber ofCommerce andHoliday Inn Express aswe celebrate the GrandOpening of the newHoliday Inn Expresswith a Business AfterHours networkingevent and Ribbon CuttingCeremony. This black & whitethemed celebration will take placeon Thursday, June 21, 2012 at 405Westgate Drive in Brockton from5:15 pm - 7:30 pm with the ribboncutting ceremony at 5:15 pm. Thisfun filled evening will includerefreshments, a hotel scavengerhunt and great prizes!

Holiday Inn Express HotelBrockton offers travelers comfort,convenience and affordability.

The hotel is within min-utes of the area’s historicsites, universities andbusiness destinations,and is within walkingdistance to WestgateMall. Great for businessor pleasure, the HolidayInn Express also con-

tains free wi-fi and business centerresources, as well as complimentaryhot breakfast and free parking.

This event is complimentary formembers and $10 for future mem-bers. Please RSVP in advance, thisevent will sell out. To register or formore information, register online atevents.metrosouthchamber.com orcontact Kimberly Prosper at508.586.0500 x 231, [email protected]. Don’t forgetyour business cards!

& Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: June 21, 2012

Liberty Tax Opens on S. Main Street, BrocktonLiberty Tax has opened at 1554 S. SouthMain in Brockton, across from DeSantisChevrolet. For more information, call508-638-1500. Liberty Tax provides thefeeling of a personal tax consultant along-

side the security, confidence and protection that a large company canprovide. Liberty Tax has been named one of the “Top Tax Firms” byAccounting Today in 2010 and 2011.

Pictured: Amilcar Monteiro, Technology Assistant at the Metro SouthChamber with Cheryl O’Neal of Liberty Tax.

Bernardi Honda Business After HoursWednesday, June 6, 2012, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Join the Metro South Chamber ofCommerce and Bernardi Honda ofBrockton for a Business After Hourson Wednesday, June 6, 2012, 5:30 pm -7:30 pm, at Bernardi Honda, 300Manley Street in Brockton. There willbe networking opportunities, refresh-ments and prizes!

Bernardi Honda has one of thelargest inventories of certified Hondacars, trucks and SUVs in the CentralMassachusetts area. Featuring a busi-

ness centerwith deskswhere cus-tomers can

hook up their laptops as well as eat atthe 1950’s style Jimbo’s Diner. For moreinformation, visit www.bernardihon-da.com.

This event is complimentary formembers. Please RSVP in advance, thisevent will sell out. To register or formore information, register online atevents.metrosouthchamber.com orcontact Kimberly Prosper at508.586.0500 x 231, [email protected]. Don’t forgetyour business cards!

After a successful trip the pasttwo years, The Metro SouthChamber of Commerce is charter-ing an all inclusive travel trip toBeijing, Shanghai, Suzhou, &Hangzhou, China.

The nine-day, seven-nighttrip runs from October 17-25, 2012.The trip is priced at $2,199 per per-son and includes bus transportationto and from John F. KennedyInternational Airport, round-tripinternational airfare, four and five-star hotel accommodations, all in-country transportation, three meals

a day and fluent English-speaking tour guides. A $300 deposit is due by May 12.For more information, itinerary, or to pay your deposit, visit www.met-rosouthchamber.com/china.html.

Featured attractions include the Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square,Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Ming Tombs, Yu Garden, Jade Factory,Summer Palace, Tiger Hill, Green Tea Plantation, Chinese Acrobat Show, andmore To learn more, contact Alison van Dam at 508.586.0500 x 222, [email protected], or Lisa Keene at 508.586.0500 x 225.

The Chamber has posted the 2012Book for Business on the websitethrough Issuu, a powerful publicationsite with a dynamic library. Visitorscan now flip through pages ofChamber publications with ease in aninteractive book format, as well ascomment on and download the docu-ments.

The Book for Business is a 100 pagefull color Member Directory andResource Guide, featuring area dining,lodging, public golf courses, recreation,legislative leaders, education, commu-

nity demographics, a map of the region, member listings and more. To view thedirectory, visit metrosouthchamber.com/b4b.html or issuu.com/metrosouthcham-ber/docs/b4b2012. For more information on any Chamber publication, includingadvertising, inclusion, or to receive your hard copy of the Book, please contact Alisonvan Dam at 508.586.0500 x 222 or email [email protected].


China Trip Draws Praise, Fourth Trip OfferedOctober 17-25, 2012

www.metrosouthchamber.com/china.html

9 Days All Inclusive, Only $2,199 per person

2012 Book for Business Available Online!

Rocky Marciano’s brotherPeter and son Rocky Jr.recently joined city officialsand residents at a ground-breaking ceremony of thefuture site of ChampionPark at Brockton HighSchool.

Champion Park will paytribute to Rocky Marcianowith a 20 foot statue ofRocky Marciano landing hisknock-out punch against JoeWalcott. The statue will stand on ahexagon-shaped granite platform sur-rounded by a 32 foot wide circle ofbrick pavers and a brick wall withplaques boasting Rocky’s accomplish-ments. The 27 foot long walkway willbe surrounded by flowers and greenspace leading to a 10 foot wide ironarch welcoming visitors to “ChampionPark.” The park is the design ofBrockton landscape architect BobKeene and R.J. Messina is serving as thegeneral contractor.

Fundraising is currently underway,calling for a major sponsor of the parkand sponsors of the 3,000 engravedbricks in the 32 foot circle of brick pavers.The park benches are also open for spon-sorship.

The statue dedication will coincide witha series of events during the weekend ofSeptember 22, 2012, nearly 60 years tothe day after Marciano knocked outJersey Joe Walcott to earn the heavy-weight title. For more information, visitwww.rockystatue.org.

Rocky Marciano “Champion Park” Breaks Ground

Emcee Bill Carpenter, Larry Siskind, Chair of Rocky Marciano Statue Committeeand Michael George, high official of the World Boxing Council

Statue DedicationSeptember 22, 2012

Tutto Bene After Hours; Phantom Gourmet Speaks

Dave Andelman, the Phantom Gourmet; Kimberly Prosper, MetroSouth Chamber; Vincent Errichetti, MA Restaurant & Business Alliance

Joanne DeFeo, Crescent Credit Union; Shelly Clough, CrescentCredit Union, Gary Lee, DeSantis Chevrolet

Rich McNeil and Steve McNeil, Electric by Design; John Nesti,Comcast Business Class; Timothy Holick, Wood Palace Kitchens

Corrin Kosinski, Verizon Wireless; BethAnne Higgins, Emmanuel House Residence

Alyssa Lefrancois, Boston MasspassJoanne Lupo and Barry Walters, Boston Limo & Shuttle; Janine

Higgins, Boston Masspass

Isandra Andrade and Laura Forth, Lincoln Tech; StephenHutcheson, Mansfield Bank; Paula Peterson, The Children’s

Museum in Easton; Sheryl Savage, Massasoit Community College


Legislative Luncheon Features Attorney General Martha Coakley

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The Enterprise 508-638-5580

Peter Neville, Chair of the Board; Attorney General Martha Coakley, State Representative Louis Kafka; District Attorney Tim Cruz; State RepresentativeGeraldine Creedon; Plymouth County Clerk of Courts Robert Creedon; Registrar of Deeds John Buckley; Christopher Cooney, Chamber President &

CEO; Sue Joss, Chair of Government Affairs; State Representative William Galvin; Shaynah Barnes, Office of Congressman Stephen LynchAttorney General Martha Coakley is interviewed by Sue Joss,

Brockton Neighborhood Health Center, Chair of Government Affairs

Peter Neville, Concord Foods,Chair of the Board

State Representative Michael Brady; Dr. Dana Mohler Faria,Bridgewater State University; State Representative William Galvin

Heather Nelson, Sovereign Bank; John Cowan, East BridgewaterPolice Department; Beth Roll Smith, W. Bridgewater Library

Over 200 people attended the Legislative Luncheon held at theRondileau Campus Center at Bridgewater State University

Chamber SupportsHealth Care Sector

The Metro South Chamber ofCommerce has received a WorkforceTraining Fund consortium grant in theamount of $249,234.00 to train theregion’s incumbent health care work-ers. This important grant enables us totrain the region’s health care workersto meet the current and future work-force needs of the healthcare facilitiesin the Metro South region. The pro-gram targets entry and advanced levelhealth care employees who seek careerand workplace advancement butrequire higher education, certification,or licensure. These needs will beaddressed through training that pro-vides essential support to entry levelemployees seeking higher skill andhigher paying positions as well as pro-fessional employees who require addi-tional education and training toachieve essential higher level licensure.

Beverly Pusateri, BSN, MEd, RN,Training Provider is the administratorfor the Careers in Health WorkforceTraining Fund. For more information,contact Beverly at [email protected].

Beverly Pusateri

Christopher Cooney,Chamber President & CEO

Sara Comeau, BSU freshmansings the National Anthem

Dr. Dana Mohler Faria, Presidentof Bridgewater State University

Dr. Charles Wall, President ofMassasoit Community College

Photos by www.RichMorganPhotography.com. Sound by www.RobPetersEntertainment.com. Video by Brockton Community Access.

Grand Sponsors:

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June July August September October November December January February March April May

Juniors & Seniors : Plan Your College Career

Take SAT I andSAT II tests if pre-registered

Talk to advisor -Make sure you arestill on track tograduate

Participate ina summer pro-gram, internshipor college prepprogram

Request appli-cations fromorganizationsthat sponsorscholarships

Talk to parentsabout collegesuggestions

Request col-lege catalogues,applications andfinancial aidinformationonline

Visit collegecampuses

Visit collegecampuses on“top ten” list

Ask teachers forletters of recom-mendation -Provide copies offorms

Meet with guid-ance counselor orcollege advisor toplan courses andevaluate tran-script

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

Write draft ofcollege essay -Ask teachers toreview and makecomments

Narrow collegeapplications to sixto eight colleges

Research potentialscholarships, grantsand loans

Complete finaldraft of college essay

Remind teachers tocomplete and submittheir letters of rec-ommendation

Make copies ofFAFSA and scholar-ship applicationforms

Complete andsubmit the FAFSAas soon afterJanuary 1 as pos-sible

Check collegeapplicationdeadlines

Completeindividual college financialaid forms

Schedule college interviews

Collegeacceptance andrejection lettersbegin to arrive

Informcollege aboutyour decision toaccept or rejectAdmission Offer

GRADUATION!

www.act.org - American College Testing programthat provides monthly newsletters and tips for col-lege-bound students and their parentswww.collegeispossible.org - Coalition of America'sColleges and Universities provides information onhow to choose and pay for collegewww.college.gov - US Department of Education -Provides important information and a road mapthrough the college planning process - Includes goodarticles and advice for students and parents.www.connectsemass.org- CONNECT goals: Toimprove the quality, accessibility and affordability ofhigher education - To advance the economic, educa-tional and cultural life of Southeastern Massachusetts.www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov - Federal student financialaid information & assistance in completing the FAFSAaid form.www.firstinthefamily.org - Straight-up, practicaladvice from first-generation students who have madeit to college.www.Knowhow2go.org - American Council onEducation - Focus on assisting students and parents inthe college application process.www.yesican.gov/secondary/index.html - WhiteHouse Initiative on Educational Excellence forHispanic Americans - Contains information onpreparing for and paying for college.

Reprinted with permission from the National Association for College, Admission Counseling. 2009

www.collegeboard.com - The College Board - Helpsconnect students to college information.www.nacacnet.org - National Association for CollegeAdmission Counseling - Great newsletters andresources for parents and students. Newsletter “Stepsto College” - English and Spanish Guides for parentswww.princetonreview.com- Loads of information onselecting schools - Advice on how to fill out applica-tions - Scholarship information and college/universityrankings.www.schoolsuccessinfo.org - Lots of information forparents on how to help your son or daughter as theysearch for the right college or educational programwww.ribghe.org - Information on colleges and uni-versities in Rhode Island - Financial aid and scholar-ship information - French, Spanish, Portuguese,English college application 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.

Bridgewater State UniversityBridgewater, Massachusetts

www.bridgew.edu(508) 531-1000

Office of Professional Development(508) 531-2725

Curry CollegeMilton, Massachusetts

www.curry.edu(617) 333-2364

Continuing Education & GraduateStudies

(617) 979-3547

Massasoit Community CollegeBrockton, Massachusettswww.massasoit.mass.edu

(508) 588-9100Professional Development Center

(508) 588-9100, extension 2013

Stonehill CollegeEaston, Massachusetts

www.stonehill.edu(508) 565-1321

Center for Nonprofit Management(508) 565-1858

University of Massachusetts BostonBoston, Massachusetts

www.umb.edu(617) 287-6000

Division of Corporateand Professional Training

(617) 287-7298

University of Massachusetts DartmouthDartmouth, Massachusetts

www.umassd.edu(508) 999-8000

Professional & Continuing EducationCenter

(508) 999-8621

University of Massachusetts DonahueShrewsbury, Massachusettswww.donahue.umassp.edu

(774) 455-7361Corporate Training

(508) 856-1307

CareerWorksBrockton, Massachusettswww.careerworks.com

(508) 856-1307

Useful Websites

Chamber Cultivates Awareness of Cape Verde Culture and Opportunity

A delegation of business leaders, led bythe Metro South Chamber, recentlyreturned from a trade mission to CapeVerde to explore business opportunities forthe area.

Approximately 100,000 Cape Verdeans

live within 30 miles of Brockton, earn-ing Brockton the reputation as the “11thisland” of the 10-island nation off thewestern cost of Africa. Yet almost all ofthe U.S. development money spent byCape Verde ($110 million in 2005 alone)has gone to contracts with Europeancompanies, not American ones.

Cape Verde is a growing countrywith 5.6% growth in 2011. There isgreat opportunity in Cape Verde,however very little American pres-ence.

The recent trade mission marks thefirst American group to make a trip toCape Verde to explore business oppor-tunities for Brockton area businesses.

The delegation included ChristopherCooney, Chamber President & CEO;James Blake, President of HarborOneCredit Union; Brockton Councilor atLarge Jass Stewart; Sheila Sullivan-Jardim, Executive Director of BAWIB;Peter Vlaco of Brophy & Philips andKen DeDominici of Churchill Linens.The delegation met with the PrimeMinister and ministers in banking anddevelopment, the head of the stockexchange and the U.S. Ambassador.

Cooney said strong partnerships canproduce mutual benefits to businessesand people in the U.S. and CapeVerde. Several opportunities arebeing explored.

Back: James Blake, HarborOne Credit Union,Christopher Cooney, Metro South Chamber. Front: Jose

Ulisses Correia e Silva, Mayor of Praia and AdrianneO’Neal, U.S. Ambassador

The Brockton delegation arrives in Cape Verde


Students Dress For Success at CareerDay

At the 15th AnnualConnecting ActivitiesCareer Day, studentswere offered theopportunity to show-case their level ofprofessionalism byattending the event in formal/business attire.Students Scott Lebbossiere of Stoughton HighSchool and Riana Teixeira of Brockton HighSchool received the top award in this year’s“Dress for Success” competition

Participating Businesses in the 15th Annual Connecting Activities Career Day: Adventure Dental, Ailano School of Cosmetology, Brockton Area Workforce Investment Board, Brockton Community Access,Baypointe Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center, Beacon Financial Planning Inc., Boys & Girls Club of Brockton, BridgewaterState University, Brockton Area ARC, Brockton Community Access Cable, Brockton Fire Department, Brockton NeighborhoodHealth Center, Brockton Police Department, Brockton Visiting Nurses, Blue Hills Regional Technical School, Practical NursingProgram, CareerWorks, Catholic Charities South, Denim Nation of America, Federal Bureau of Investigation (F.B.I.),Faithwalkers Partnership, Good Samaritan Medical Center, IBEW Local 223 (Electrical Workers), ITT Technical Institute, J.M.Pet Resort, Law Offices of Victor & Goldman, PA, Lincoln Tech., Mansfield Bank, Mary Kay Cosmetics, MA Army NationalGuard, MA State Police, Massasoit Community College , MD Communications, Metro South Chamber of Commerce, NationalGrid, Office of District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz, Old Colony Elder Services, Old Colony Y, Porter & Chester Institute, PriceWaterhouse Coopers LLC., Signature Health Care, Southeastern Technical Institute, Sullivan & Cogliano Training Center,Tuxedos by Merian, UPS, YouthWorks

Join the Chamber In May, $2,000+ in Incentives

Becoming a member of the Metro South Chamber ofCommerce provides your business opportunities to accelerateits growth. When you join the Chamber, you become a leaderwithin the business community and a member of the region'smost dynamic advocacy organization. Membership meanspotential new business prospects, new savings, access to valu-able resources and information, access to health and dentalplans, a variety of marketing opportunities and more, for you

and your business. Chamber membership is affordable no matter how small yourbusiness - 70% of our members have 10 or fewer employees - and it provides yourbusiness with tremendous opportunity.

JOIN DURING THE MONTH OF MAY TO RECEIVE:FREE 2 col. X 5” ad in The Enterprise or The Enterprise Action Report (based on

availability), $500 valueFREE $100 Coupon to W.B. Mason’s WhattaBargain Outlet, $100 value 10 FREE 30 second radio spots on WXBR Radio AM 1460, $500 valueFREE 8 Week Delivery of the Boston Business Journal (8 weeks)FREE Set of Chamber Membership Mailing Labels (800 prospects) $150 valueFREE Enhanced member listing on the Chamber website with hotlink to website a

$50 value FREE admission to 4 business after hours, $60 valueFREE admission to ATHENA Awards Program, $35 value (RSVP required)FREE member profile in the Action Report Newsletter distributed through the Enterprise, $150 value

2 FREE Listings in the 2013 Centennial Edition, Book for Business Membership Directory & Resource Guide

FREE pass for Member OrientationFREE listing in the Action Report Newsletter with contact informationFREE enhanced member listing on the Chamber website with hotlink2 FREE tickets to a Brockton Rox Game, courtesy of Metro South Chamber of Commerce!

FREE access to members-only page of website to post discounts, events, and moreFREE copy of the 2012 Annual Book for BusinessFREE opportunity to promote company at event share tables and at the ChamberFREE opportunity to promote company in the Action Report and the e-Update blastAnd More!!

= OVER $2,000.00 IN PROMOTIONAL BENEFITS(Base Rate is $295 + $5 per full time employee)

For more information or to set up an appointment, contact Kathleen Lynch at508.586.0500 x 229 or email [email protected]. You can also findmore information on our website at www.metrosouthchamber.com.

Special Thanks to Membership Drive Team Captains

Call for Membership Drive Volunteers & Prizes

May of 2012 is an important month forthe Metro South Chamber as we will befocusing on growing our membershipin anticipation of our 2013 CentennialCelebration! The membership cam-paign will culminate in a MembershipTelephone Drive on Wednesday, May30 and Thursday, May 31 at MerkertTracy Hall on the campus of StonehillCollege. Chamber members areencouraged to volunteer during thistime to share their stories of success and

help spread the positive message ofwhat the Chamber does for the commu-nity. Join us and grow your contactswhile continuing to strengthen theChamber!

The Chamber is also seeking prizes tobe donated to volunteers during theMembership Drive. This is a simple andeasy way to promote your business, gainextra visibility, and introduce your busi-ness to new, potential customers.Suggested donations include gift certifi-cations, free passes to cultural or educa-tional events or concerts, vacation pack-ages, free ads, or other traditional or cre-ative prizes.

For more information, to volunteer, orto donate a prize, contact KathleenLynch at 508.586.0500 x 229,[email protected].

May 30 and 31, Merkert Tracy Hall, Stonehill College

TEAM CAPTAINS: Ed Sousa, Bridgewater Savings Bank; Tom Healy, Brockton Rox; William Morse, MutualBank (standing in for Dan Trout); Sandii Rollock, WATD 95.9 FM; Friend Weiler (chair), HarborOne CreditUnion; Joe Tansey, Rockland Trust; Katie Kelley (standing in for Martie Dwyer), The Community Bank; JeffRussell, Old Colony YMCA; Heather Nelson, Sovereign Bank; Charles Brown, Sharkansky, LLP, CPA’s (stand-ing in for Jay Pike); Diana Jennings, Bridgewater State University; Sheila Sullivan Jardim, Brockton AreaWorkforce Investment Board; Andrea Papadopoulos, Arista Associates; Mark Cocuzzo, Comcast BusinessClass; Bob Gustafson, Crescent Credit Union; John King, Cirees, Inc. Not Pictured: Jim Blake, HarborOneCredit Union; Lorraine McGrath, Signature Healthcare; Mark Resnick, Brockton Redevelopment Authority;Scott Sanborn, TD Bank; John McGovern, Rodman & Rodman, PC, CPAs

Friend Weiler, Drive Campaign Chair

Chamber Membership is Key To Your Business Success

“The Metro South Chamber of Commerce is a major force promot-ing and serving Brockton’s business community. I always encouragearea businesses to become active in the Chamber. The Chamber is agreat advocate for the city and we’re fortunate to have such a com-mitted organization working to enhance the future of Brockton.”

Linda Balzotti, Mayor, City of Brockton

“My membership in the Chamber continues to be invaluable in rais-ing the visibility of my business through quality networking, thedirectory listing, and advertising opportunities. The Chamberoffers key information for the growth of my business and is oneof my best business partners!”

Angel Nieves, Aflac

“The Metro South Chamber of Commerce has always been animportant element in the fabric of the community. The chamberdoes a great job bringing businesses and our elected officialstogether to find solutions to challenging issues.”

Christine Karavites, Proteas Consulting

Including The Enterprise Ad, $100 W.B. Mason Coupon, 8 weeks of the BostonBusiness Journal, networking opportunities and 2013 Centennial Book Listing

RENEWINGMembers Thank You !


A Plus Blue Lion Insurance Agency, LLCAdvanced Hearing Care, Inc.Ailano School of Cosmetology, Inc.Apothecare South Shore, Inc.B.N. Yanow CompanyBoys and Girls Club of Brockton, Inc.Brian GibbsBridgewater Savings BankBrockton Area Workforce InvestmentBoardBrockton Housing AuthorityBrockton Public SchoolsCC-Teknologies Inc.Chase Corporation, Global OperationsCtrChristo's, Inc.Cirees, Inc.Colonial Maintenance Contractors Inc.Colony House Skilled Nursing andRehabilitation CtrComcast SpotlightCorcoran Management CompanyDuval's Pharmacy Inc.

Edwina Martin House / EMH RecoveryINC.Father Bill's and MainSpringFitzgerald AppraisalsGood Days Restaurant, Inc.Gouthro Plumbing & HeatingGrant Stanton Produce Company, Inc.Hackwell-Boone Insurance Agency, Inc.Independence Insurance AgencyLaw Office of Victor and GoldmanMcGuiggan's PubMihos Realty LLCModern Auto BodyMontello Heel Manufacturing, Inc.Philip Nessralla, Jr., Esq.Ranfac CorpRoger Ferguson, HorticulturistRogers & Gray InsuranceSerlin Haley LLPSharkansky LLP, CPA'sThe Landlord ConnectionWeiss Sheet MetalWilliam M. Callahan Real Estate

WELCOME New MembersMaking an Investment in Our Community

Cheer Pack North AmericaMr. Steve Gosling71 Industrial Park RoadPlymouth, MA 02360781-277-1044www.cheerpack.comManufacturers

Citizens Bank of MassachusettsMr. John F. Moran20 North Park Ave.Plymouth, MA 02360508-732-5438www.citizensbank.comBanks/Financial

DeSantis ChevroletMr. Dan DeSantis1555 Main StreetBrockton, MA 02301508-586-7900www.desantischevrolet.comAutomotive Sales

GeoInsight, Inc.Mr. Jim Murphy, LSPOne Monarch Drive, Suite 201Littleton, MA, 01460-1440800-217-1953www.geoinsight.comEnvironmental Consultants

L & R Cleaning ServicesMrs. Luann ReidPO Box 3034Brockton, MA 02304-3034508-941-0007Cleaning/Janitorial

New England Expansion StrategiesMr. Rod Jane17 Piccadilly WayWestborough, MA, 01581508-366-4859www.NEexpansion.comConsultants

Wrapsol LLCMr. Steven Jones55 North StreetCanton, MA 02021781-828-1860www.wrapsol.comManufacturers

The Avon Industrial Park Association (AIPA) was recentlyformed to serve as an advocate for the Avon Industrial Parkand member businesses and to help the Avon community.Issues of concern include the possibility of sewerage in the

town and park beautification. For more information, callBob Costa at 508-586-0900.

Chamber Affiliation News & Events

The East Bridgewater Business Association (EBBA) was foundedin 1993 to promote a healthy business environment in EastBridgewater by providing a unified voice for business, providinga forum for networking, providing education of businesses andproviding support to community activities. Visit www.eastbridgewaterbiz.com.

The Stoughton Chamber of Commerce will host itsmonthly meeting on Monday, May 7, 11:30 am - 1:00 pmat Alta at Indian Woods. The topic will be RetirementPlans for Business Owners. The presentation will be pre-sented by Mark Cohen of Ameriprise Financial. BillConsidine, Ameriprise regional retirement plan expert for greater NE will bethe guest speaker. For more information, visit stoughtonma.com

The Norwell Chamber of Commerce will host theCitizen of the Year Dinner on Thursday, May 17, 6-9pm at Barker Tavern, 21 Barker Road, Situate. Thecost to attend is $45. The 2012 Citizen of the YearAwards will be presented to Chip (David) Ennis. To

register, contact Reiko at [email protected]. The Norwell Chamber ofCommerce has a newly design website. Visit norwellchamberofcommerce.com.

To become an affiliate organization of the Chamber, contact ChristopherCooney at 508.586.0500 x 223 or email [email protected].

The Bridgewater Business Association (BBA) hosts meetingsthe 3rd Tuesday of each month. For more information on joiningthe BBA or to host a meeting, visit www.bridgewaterbiz.biz oremail [email protected].

AIPAAvon Industrial Park Association

Exciting Travel Open to All!The Metro South Chamber is offering exciting international travel. Travel with

a reputable organization at a great value. For more information, contact Alisonvan Dam at 508.586.0500 x 222, [email protected] or visitwww.metrosouthchamber.com.

Netherlands, Belgium & Paris: September 10-20, 2012 Featuring the Floriade World HorticulturalExpo, held only once every ten years. enjoyimmersion in the culture of the Benelux region.Cruise the canals of Amsterdam by candlelight,stroll through the colorful displays ofKeukenhof Gardens, explore historic Brugesand stroll the boulevards of Paris, France. Youwill also visit Giverny in France, the place that

gives life to Monet's Water Lilies, the cathedral of Notre Dame and enjoy dinnerin the Eiffel Tower. $3899 based on double occupancy. Book now and save $100.Additional dates are available, contact the Chamber for availability. For moreinformation, visit collettevacations.com/link/497680.

Costa Rica: March 9 -17, 2013Learn about Costa Rica's unique vegetation ona guided nature walk through the cloud for-est, spot indigenous wildlife on a Cano Negroriver boat cruise, and enjoy the tropical land-scapes and breathtaking scenery surroundingArenal Volcano. You will also visit a coffeeplantation, visit a local school, explore thehanging bridges and relax on the beach. This

trip offers something for everyone. $2279 based on double occupancy. Book nowand save $100. For more information, visit collettevacations.com/link/499244.

May is Membership Month at theMetro South Chamber (see page 9for more information). To join theChamber, contact Kathleen Lynch,508.586.0500 x 229, [email protected].

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


Connecting Your Business to the Commonwealth

The Connecting Your Business to theCommonwealth is open to ALL Vendorsand provides businesses that are inter-ested in doing business with theCommonwealth training on the pro-curement process and Comm-PASS (theCommonwealth's e-Procurement sys-tem).

The Operational Services Division,Supplier Diversity Office (formerlySOMWBA), Supplier Diversity Program(formerly Affirmative Market Program)offers this FREE workshop designed forbusinesses who are interested in learn-ing how to do business with the State.This workshop includes: Where to findbidding opportunities, Bidding processfor Statewide Contracts, Where to findARRA - federal stimulus procurement &grant opportunities, Comm-PASSOverview, Marketing to public entities,How to become SDO Certified, How the

Supplier Diversity Program supportsSDO Certified businesses. These freeworkshops is held in every region of theState with the intention of increasing thenumber of potential State vendors - largeand small. These workshops normallyfill-up in a short time.

This is a 3.5 hour interactive session.Expect this workshop to be packed withbusinesses energized for success.Additional details are available atwww.mass.gov/osd. Register atwww.mass.gov/somwba, selectSessions>Instructor Led Sessions>Connecting Your Business to theCommonwealth. You may also contactLisa Keene at 508.586.0500 x 225 or [email protected].

Friday, June 29, 2012, 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMetro South Chamber of Commerce, 60 School Street, Brockton

Using a performance based simulat-ed manufacturing environ-ment, our experts will helptransform you team into aLean manufacturing enter-prise, eliminating waste, increasingproductivity and profitability andallowing you to gain a competitiveedge in the marketplace. Workshopparticipants have reported a 90%reduction in lead time, 85% improve-ment in quality, 50% increase in pro-ductivity and a 50% reduction in floorspace.

Traditional manufacturing philoso-phies stress high utilization of machin-ery and manpower with less attentionspent focusing on cycle time reductionor manufacturing waste. Lean manu-facturing focuses on creating greaterproduction efficiencies by implement-

Thursday, May 3, 20128:00 am - 4:00 pm (7:30 am registration)

Metro South Chamber, 60 School Street, Brocktoning value-added activities to minimize

waste. By utilizing a per-formance based learningenvironment, workshopparticipants experience a

complete Lean transformation andlearn how to implement Lean princi-ples through their own manufacturingenterprise in the 8 hour workshop andsimulation.

Lean implementation focuses oneliminating overproduction, wait time,transportation, inefficient processes,inventory, motion, defects, and produc-tion bottlenecks.

The cost to attend is $79 forMassachusetts companies and $325 fornon-Massachusetts companies. Con-tinental breakfast and lunch are includ-ed. Register online at www.massmep.org or call 508-831-7020 x 11.

Principles of Lean Manufacturing

The U.S. economy is heat-ing up, learn how to growyour money wisely and why“down” markets createinvestment opportunities for the wiseinvestor. Do you know what you’redoing what you’re doing when youinvest? Learn about the “cash flow”eliminator, debt, and admit that spend-ing before planning is terminal to

Thursday, May 24, 2012, 8:30 am - 10:30 amMetro South Chamber, 60 School Street, Brockton

investing. Presented by Kevin Woods of

the Society for FinancialAwareness, a non-profit educa-

tional speaker’s bureau. To register for this free workshop, con-

tact Lisa Keene at 508.586.0500 x 225, [email protected], or reg-ister online at events.metrosouthcham-ber.com

Investing Concerns in a “Fragile” Market

Sharkansky CPA’s LLP will present aQuickBooks workshop for beginners.Whether you are a business owner orresponsible for keeping the books at asmall business, this workshop willteach you how to set up QuickBooks,add customers and invoice items, addvendors and payment criteria, select aChart of Accounts, and use Classes totrack divisions. You will also learnhow to gain efficiency by reconcilingyour bank statement and budgetingand selecting bills to pay, as well as

Thursday, May 31, 2012, 8:30 am - 10:00 amMetro South Chamber, 60 School Street, Brockton

using memorized transactions on amonthly basis, printing checks that arerecorded instantly and using online billpay options.

For more information, or to registerfor this free workshop, contact LisaKeene at 508.586.0500 x 225,[email protected], orregister online at events.met-rosouthchamber.com.

QuickBooks Workshop at the Chamber

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

and services. General information will be provided on the following: Small BusinessCounseling (SCORE) Small Business / Development Centers • Business InformationCenter SBA 7(a) • Loan Guaranty Program • 8(a) Business Development HUB/Zones• Small Disadvantaged Business Assistance • Government ContractingOpportunities. The workshop will be held at CareerWorks, 34 School Street,Brockton from 2 - 4 pm on the third Wednesday of each month. The next workshopswill be held on May 16 and June 20, 2012. Contact CareerWorks at 508.513.3400 for further workshop information.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012, 8:30 am - 10:00 amMetro South Chamber, 60 School Street, Brockton

Financial Statement Analysis for Small Business

Sharkansky CPA’s LLPwill present a workshopon financial statementanalysis for small businesson Tuesday, June 12 at the Chamberoffice. Attendees will receive anoverview of financial statements, anintroduction to ratios, learn how tocalculate basic rations, lean about theeffect on bottom line with marginal

improvements andlearn ways to improvecash flow and prof-itability.

For more information, or to regis-ter for this free workshop, contactLisa Keene at 508.586.0500 x 225,[email protected], orregister online at events.met-rosouthchamber.com.

Learn about the state certification process andexplore how certification can benefit your businessfrom the Supplier Diversity Office (formerly the

State Office of Minority and Women Business Assistance)

The Supplier Diversity Officerequires all interested businesses toattend this session in order to applyfor certification as a Minority,Women, or Disadvantaged BusinessEnterprise. This session will includeinformation about the regulations,qualifications, process, and otherinformation needed to begin thecertification process. It will alsoinclude information from theSupplier Diversity Program (for-

Friday, June 15, 2012, 10:00 am - 12:00 pmMetro South Chamber, 60 School Street, Brockton

Supplier Diversity Office Pre-Certification Workshop

merly AMP) detailing the processto take advantage of upcomingopportunities for certifiedM/WBE's.

This workshop is free to attend.To register, visit mass.gov/somwba,select Sessions>Instructor LedSessions> A Pre CertificationSession. If you have any addition-al questions, contact Lisa Keene at508.586.0500 x 225 or [email protected]


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Cheer Pack North America MASCAHilliards House of Candy DeSantis Chevrolet

Buy Local From These Chamber of Commerce Members

School on Wheels of MA

790 West Chestnut Street, Brockton508-587-9091 • www.sowma.org

School on Wheels provides customized academicsupport services for children impacted by home-lessness. Services include: one-on-one tutoring,backpacks filled with new school supplies, assis-tance with school fees and parent advocacy. Formore information about how you can supportour students who have no place to call homeplease check out our website at: www.sowma.orgor call 508-587-9091.

316 Main Street, North Easton508-238-6231 • www.hilliardscandy.com

For close to 90 years, the name Hilliards has been iden-tified with the highest quality homemade candy: gour-met chocolates, truffles, premium fudge, chocolatedipped fruit, toffee, and more. Today, Hilliards House ofCandy, with three stores, Easton, Canton, and Hanoverproduces its delicious confections fresh and on site.Hilliards House of Candy is also a "go to" provider ofhandcrafted chocolates and gift baskets, weddingfavors, corporate gift programs and fundraisers.

PO Box 366, Bryantville, 02327781-293-2835 • www.masca.org

The mission of MASCA is to advocate for schoolcounselors in Massachusetts by providing leader-ship, collaboration and professional development.Through its publications, workshops and semi-nars, MASCA works to help professional schoolcounselors better understand their role and makemore effective use of their skills and talents as theyguide students to become college and career ready.Visit us at www.masca.org.

1555 Main Street, Brockton 508-586-7900 • www.desantischevrolet.com

DeSantis Chevrolet is a full service Chevroletdealership located in Brockton Massachusetts.DeSantis Chevrolet is a family owned businessthat has been in business since 1981. In 1989 DanDeSantis took over for his father Richard andcontinues to run the dealership today. DeSantisChevrolet is active member of our communitysupporting local charities, youth groups andsports leagues.

71 Industrial Park Road, Plymouth781-277-1044 • www.cheerpack.com

Cheer Pack North America LLC is a strategic partner-ship established in 2008 to develop and support spout-ed pouch technology in North America. Cheer Packprovides an engineered packaging solution whichincludes film development, injection molded strawsand caps and converting to meet your exact require-ments. Location in W. Bridgewater opening soon!Visit our website at: www.cheerpack.com for moreinformation on our products and services.

May 22, 2012Open House Networking5:30 pm - 7:30 pmAbington Bank6 Harrison Avenue, Abington

Enjoy networking at a Chamber member business.Refreshments will be served. Do not forget your business cards!

Free to Attend

For more information, call 508-586-0500 ext. 231

IT’S EASY TO REGISTER!508-586-0500 x 231508-587-1340E-mail: [email protected]: www.metrosouthchamber.comSend reservation and payment to:

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June 6, 2012Business After Hours5:30 pm - 7:30 pmBernardi Honda, Bernardi Auto Dealers300 Manley Street, Brockton

Enjoy networking at a Chamber member business.Refreshments will be served. Do not forget your business cards!

Free to Attend


High Level Cleaning Services, Inc.

91 Forest Avenue, Brockton • 508-498-8237Email: [email protected] Level Cleaning Services offers organicquality residential and commercial cleaningservices at an affordable price. High LevelCleaning Services is located at 91 Forest Avenuein Brockton. High Level Cleaning is committedto customer satisfaction for all your cleaningneeds. Contact Bernardo Reyes today for a freeestimate, 508.498.8237, [email protected].

May 16, 2012Small Business Awards & EXPO10:00 am - 3:00 pmThe Shaw’s Center1 Feinberg Way, Brockton

Be a part of his premier venue showcasing products and services from local businesses. The day is packed with events, speakers, and awards. 12 noon lunch.

Tickets: $35 members, $45 future-members


May 11, 2012Government Affairs12:00 pm - 1:15 pmMetro South Chamber60 School Street, Brockton

Discuss issues of importance with elected officialsand candidates relevant t the current business climate.

Tickets: $5 members, $15 future-members


May 24, 2012Concerns in a Fragile Market8:30 am - 10:30 amMetro South Chamber of Commerce60 School Street, Brockton

Learn how to grow your money wisely and why downmarkets create investment opportunities.

Free to Attend


May 31, 2012Quickbooks Workshop8:30 am - 10:30 amMetro South Chamber of Commerce60 School Street, Brockton

Learn how to set up Quickbooks properly including adding cus-tomers and invoice items, using classes and other features.

Free to Attend


Did You Know? ...• Consumers are 44% more likely to think favorably of a chamber member business• Consumers are 51% more likely to be highly aware of a business that is a chamber

member and 57% more likely to think positively of its local reputation• Consumers are 64% more likely to buy good and services from a chamber member• Businesses are 37% more likely to think favorably of a chamber member business,

51% more likely to be highly aware of it, 58% more likely to think positively of its local reputation and 59% more likely to buy goods and services from it

• 82% of people believe that the local chamber of commerce helps create jobs andpromotes local economic development.

The results are clear: Positive perception increases among consumers and businessowners when a business is identified as a member of the local chamber of commerce.

May is Membership month at the Metro South Chamber. Join now and receive $2,000in special incentives. See page 9 for more information. Contact Kathleen Lynch,508.586.0500 x 229, [email protected]

Chamber Membership is Key to Your Success

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