Free Webinar: Access to Capital - Business Line of Credit
2021-10-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Every small business needs to be able to adapt to change. This is true more now than ever before. Funds may be needed to address an unforeseen business disruption or to take advantage of an opportunity. When a small business owner needs quick access to cash, having a line of credit is the perfect solution. This workshop will address the need for every business to have a line of credit and why it is important.
Presented by Nancy Gerardi, Regional Director of the Massachusetts Business Development Center and Gina Flynn, Vice President of Eastern Bank.

Lunchtime Learning Webinar: Credit Card Fees Suck!
2021-10-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Webinar, MA
Lunchtime Learning Webinar: Credit Card Fees Suck!

Facilitated by: Frank Scearbo, Serve First Solutions
About this event
Does this sound like you?…

Business owners constantly change credit card processing companies in the hopes of not only reducing their fees but also finding a solution that doesn’t have any hidden fees and actually tells it like it is. Hoping to eliminate those ever-present yearly increases and trying to find predictable definable costs to processing credit cards. Not to mention finding somebody that will actually service your needs. How about helping when it comes time for PCI Compliance!!

Join industry expert Frank Scearbo to discuss how to understand what you are paying, why you are paying it, and how to avoid picking the wrong partner.

Please register in advance for this event!

SCORE Webinar: Cultivating a Work from Anywhere Culture in Your Business
2021-10-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Webinar, MA
Businesses of all-size companies are facing new employee expectations for a “work from anywhere” culture. The right technology is essential for this to be possible.
If you or your employees have been working outside of the office for years or have implemented recently, maximizing productivity and employee satisfaction is key to balance in the current environment.
In this session, we will focus on ways to arm your company with the right solutions and best practices to set your business up for success.

Ribbon Cutting: Global Kitchen & Banquet
2021-10-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Global Kitchen & Banquet, 138 Boston St., Lynn
Ribbon Cutting: Global Kitchen & Banquet
Friday, October 8 | 10:00 AM | 138 Boston St., Lynn

Help us welcome Global Kitchen & Banquet to the chamber and celebrate their grand opening!
Enjoy a food tasting and network with fellow GLCC members and the team at Global Kitchen & Banquet.

Sip & Shop with Lucille Wine at The Hiccup
2021-10-08 17:00 - 19:00
SIP & SHOP ~ Join us Friday, October 8th at The Hiccup Inc. 158 Humphrey St, Seaside in Swampscott.
SIP 5PM to 7PM with Lucile Wine
SHOP 4PM to 8PM with Shipyard Art. Artist Michelle Brown turns her acrylic creations into wearable art. She will been site to take custom orders. (10% off all Shipyard Art Order our $250 – placed this evening only.)
Complimentary Event – First Come, First Serve 21+

SCORE Webinar: DIY Video Engagement Tactics That Work
2021-10-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Webinar, MA
Sharing your stories and engaging your audience is one of the best assets in your toolkit.
In this webinar, Success Coach Holly Jean Jackson will discuss key do-it-yourself video engagement strategies to AMPLIFY your impact.
Join this session to learn:

Why video marketing matters
How to look pro on a DIY budget
Recording strategies
Engagement ninja tips
And much more!

Mayoral Debate Breakfast Forum
2021-10-13 08:00 - 10:00 | Knights of Columbus, 177 Lynnfield St., Lynn, MA, 01904
Join the Greater Lynn Chamber of Commerce for a Mayoral debate forum, focusing on the needs and issues of the business community.

The GLCC Government Affairs Committee will ask our members for input regarding their most important business needs to shape the event.

Have a question you would like to submit?
Please contact us at (781) 592-2900 or info@greaterlynnchamber.com

Limited Capacity | Advanced Registration Required

$40 Per Person
Includes plated breakfast
provided by Rolly’s Tavern on the Square

Thank You, Event Sponsors!
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Newhall Real Estate

North Shore Christian School Open House: Lynn Campus
2021-10-13 08:30 - 10:00 | North Shore Christian School (Lynn), 26 Urban St., Lynn

HAWC Benefit Concert: A Night of Music with Kate Redgate
2021-10-13 18:00 - 20:00
Join HAWC for an inspiring concert fundraiser to celebrate the resilience of survivors of abuse. Support HAWC programming through a Fund-A-Need Campaign. Appetizers and a cash bar will be available. Purchase your tickets today or donate at https://hawc.salsalabs.org/anightofmusic/index.html.

North Shore Christian School Open House: Hamilton Campus
2021-10-14 08:30 - 10:00 | North Shore Christian School (Hamilton), 130 Essex St., South Hamilton

SCORE Webinar: Generating Sales Opportunities via Text Message Marketing
2021-10-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Webinar, MA
Are you interested in enrolling more business through texting?
In the US, almost everyone receives or sends a text message every day, and 90% of text messages are read within 3 minutes of being received.
The average text message response time is 90 seconds, vs 90 minutes for email. Our B2B and B2C clients have received on average 43x and 67x return from text message marketing, respectively.
Whether you’re texting via Google Voice or Zipwhip, or if you’re still evaluating how to do text marketing, Eversprint’s training will give you great ideas that you can implement today.
You’ll learn how to execute your own text message marketing campaigns through the strategies, tactics, and technology that have been successful in delivering 207 sales appointments to 21 businesses, where 69 closed into $2.6m of new business.

Government Contracting Matchmaker Virtual Event
2021-10-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Online Webinar, MA

North Shore Christian School Open House: Beverly Campus
2021-10-15 08:30 - 10:00 | North Shore Christian School (Beverly), 35 Conant St., Beverly

Free Webinar: Why Your Local Chamber is Important for Your Business
2021-10-20 10:00 - 11:00
October is National Chamber Month. This webinar will go over the reasons your local chamber is important for your business.
Presented by Nancy Gerardi, Director of the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center and Michael Bevilacqua of the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce.

Boys & Girls Club of Lynn 4th Annual Celebration
2021-10-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Danversport Yacht Club, 161 Elliott St., Danvers, MA

Greater Lynn YMCA Community Blood Drive
2021-10-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Demakes Family Lynn YMCA, 40 Neptune Blvd, Lynn, MA, 01902

SCORE Webinar: Starting an E-Commerce Business from Scratch on Shopify
2021-10-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Webinar, MA
Let’s get started on your business! Whether you are just starting off, or looking to get started, this webinar is for you.
Join E-Commerce Expert, Steve Kesselring, who will cover tips and tricks for building your business on the Shopify platform.
Steve will discuss some of his favorite and most helpful topics, including:

Sourcing
Brand building
​And of course, getting started building your eCommerce store

Commonwealth Payroll & HR Presents: Inside Look | Performance Evaluations
2021-10-21 13:00 - 14:00
When done well, performance evaluations provide employees with actionable feedback, clear expectations for performance going forward, and goals for the next year. Evaluations also give employers the documentation they need to justify pay adjustments or other employment decisions.
In this webinar we will share common elements of a performance evaluation, which type of evaluations may be a good choice for your workplace, and best practices for conducting performance meetings.
More information can be found on the Commonwealth Payroll & HR website.

Commonwealth Payroll & HR Presents: Inside Look | Performance Evaluations
2021-10-21 13:00 - 14:00
When done well, performance evaluations provide employees with actionable feedback, clear expectations for performance going forward, and goals for the next year. Evaluations also give employers the documentation they need to justify pay adjustments or other employment decisions.
Join Marisa Stribling from Mineral, our HR Partner, as she shares common elements of a performance evaluation, which type of evaluations may be a good choice for your workplace, and best practices for conducting performance meetings.
More information can be found on the Commonwealth Payroll & HR website.

"Jonathan Kamin" Supervisor Training Program
2021-10-22 08:30 - 10:30, 2021-11-05 08:30 - 10:30
2021 “JONATHAN KAMIN” SUPERVISOR TRAINING PROGRAM
The “Jonathan Kamin” Supervisor Training Program (STP) is a nine-week program focusing on developing the core skills necessary to successfully transition into the role of a supervisor. Following an education model tailored to the modern adult learner, each training session includes interactive case study work on the session topic as well as a connection review of the day-to-day application of prior topics. Led by a subject expert facilitator, the STP will instill knowledge, skills, and confidence as a supervisor.
Friday, October 22 | 8:30 – 10:30 am | Communication and EQ
Friday, November 5 | 8:30 – 10:30 am | Managing Conflict
Friday, November 19 | 8:30 – 10:30 am | Effective Feedback
Friday, December 3 | 8:30 – 10:30 am | Coaching and Development
Friday, December 10 | 8:30 – 9:30 am | Connection Review and Wrap-up
The Fall 2021 program will be held entirely online. Register today as enrollment is limited.
Member Tuition: $800

Effective 9/1/2020, businesses of any size that contribute to the Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund are eligible to apply for an Express Grant.
The WFTP will reimburse you for up to 100% of training costs for businesses with under 100 employees, and up to 50% for larger businesses. Member discounts are available if the business does not qualify for 100% reimbursement.

Complete Grant Application: CLICK HERE
*This must be completed by Friday, October 1 to be eligible for reimbursement, per WFTP guidelines*
Course Name: Supervisor Training Program
Course ID: 1123706

Spiritual Discoveries with Maria Halvorsen
2021-10-22 18:00 - 20:30
Renowned Spiritual Medium and Psychic of 21years Maria Halvorsen presents her insights on the Spirit world, offering healing and understanding to audiences. Discover how loved ones continue to live and evolve in the after life, and learn how to find peace, knowledge, and a sense of comfort.
Medium Presentation: 6:00 – 8:00pm, Conversations: 8:00 – 8:30pm
Join us for this extraordinary experience of Spiritual discoveries — along the ocean where the water serves as a great conductor. Cash bar and light appetizers will be served.
Please come prepared with a facemask to wear for the duration of the event.
Endicott Alumni, please reach out to Vanessa Stolar at vstolar@endicott.edu to receive a discount code.

Movie on the Patio
2021-10-22 19:00 - 21:00
Bent Water Brewing is hosting it’s first Friday night movie on the patio with Tim Burton’s Sleepy Hollow. Movie starts at 7pm. Bring your blankets and hoodies.

Free Webinar: Cyber Security: What You Need to Know
2021-10-27 10:00 - 11:00
Cybersecurity is an important aspect for all small businesses. This webinar will review the basics and requirements of small businesses and customer privacy.
Presented by Walter Manninen, Senior Business Advisor and Financial Analyst of the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center Northeast Regional Office.

Free Webinar: Retirement Planning for Small Businesses
2021-10-28 11:00 - 12:00
Small Business owners don’t realize they can start saving for retirement sooner than they think they can. This presentation is designed to give small business owners and their key employees the resources to help them choose the type of retirement plan that fits best for them and the company.
Presented by David Ferris II, CFP, Financial Advisor, Ferris Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors.

Arts After Hours Ribbon Cutting & Fall Opening Celebration
2021-10-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Arts After Hours Theater, 25 Exchange St., Lynn, MA, 01901
Celebrate the start of the Fall 2021 After After Hours season!
Ribbon Cutting will take place at 7:15 pm at 25 Exchange Street in the LynnArts Gallery (down the hall from the Arts After Hours Theater).
Free admission to ribbon cutting and fall opening celebration (7-8 pm) with a cash bar.

Following the ribbon cutting, enjoy Arts After Hours’ “Short & Scary” An Evening of 10-minute Spooky Plays!
Tickets must be purchased in advance to attend the 8 pm show. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

Movie Night at Bent Water Brewing
2021-10-29 18:30 - 20:30
Bent Water Brewing Presents – Movie Night on the Patio! Now Showing: Beetlejuice

Thanksgiving Food Drive at Century 21 Tradition
2021-11-04 - 2021-11-24 | Century 21 Tradition, 319 Broadway (Wyoma Square), Lynn, 01902, United States

Webinar: No-Cost / Low-Cost Marketing Solutions
2021-11-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting
Low-cost/No-Cost Marketing Strategies
Marketing doesn’t have to cost a million dollars! Explore low-cost and no-cost marketing strategies to grow your business, increase visibility, and win more sales.

Create a strong personal and professional brand that gets you noticed
Build media channels that position you as an expert
Identify low-cost and no-cost marketing strategies that don’t break the bank
Learn how to get free publicity and media attention
See if you’re eligible for a MA Marketing grant with 100% reimbursement

Walk away with marketing and PR tips you can put into action immediately. Discover insider publicity secrets that save you time, money, and resources. Develop lead generation strategies that bring in a steady flow of business. Follow-up Q + A is available to all who attend. Pick the brain of a marketing expert!

About the Facilitator:
Robin Samora is a marketing and PR expert, Top-40 small business marketing blogger, and host of the weekly podcast, the Fast Marketing Minute. She teaches small business owners how to rev up their brand online and offline to attract new clients, connect with customers, get media exposure, and increase sales. Using a variety of marketing and PR strategies, she helps professionals and entrepreneurs stand out, gain credibility, and bring in the business they deserve. Robin also works with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to help train businesses and deliver marketing services through the Express Grant program. Is your company eligible for a 100% reimbursement? Find out.

SCORE Webinar: 2021 Year-End Tax Planning for Your Business
2021-11-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Webinar, MA
In the final quarter of this challenging year, there is still time to take actions that can favorably impact your bottom line and your tax bill for 2021.
These measures relate to your employees, your customers, your equipment, and your operations. They reflect big changes made by the American Rescue Plan Act and other legislation (including extension of the Paycheck Protection Program), as well IRS pronouncements.
Whether you work with a CPA or go it alone, learn which tax breaks apply to you and how to nail them down now before times runs out.
In this webinar you will learn:

Year-end actions to reduce your 2021 tax bill
Best business practices to avoid problems with the IRS
Strategies for potential tax changes to come
Necessary actions to get ready for 2022
