SWVT Chamber’s Small Business Education Center

As a regional chamber we believe in continuous learning and growth for our members. We work local business leaders and national speakers to provide just-in-time, always-relevant education and resources for our members.

The 2024 Year of Programs Sponsored by:

SPECIAL SMALL BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE: Retail Theft and Small Business Safety

Date: Monday January 29, 2024

Time: 8:00am - 9:30am

Location: The Arlington Common (3938 Vermont Rte 7a, Arlington, VT)

Overview: Join us for an insightful Small Business Roundtable, hosted by the Southwestern Vermont Chamber, Better Bennington Corporation, and the Manchester Business Association. This collaborative event aims to address the pressing issue of retail theft and explore various safety concerns affecting businesses in Southwestern Vermont.

This Small Business Roundtable promises to be an invaluable opportunity for local businesses to come together, share experiences, and collaboratively work towards creating a safer and more secure retail environment in Southwestern Vermont. Don't miss this chance to be part of the solution and strengthen our local business community.

(POSTPONED) Coffee & Conversations: Retail Industry

Date: POSTPONED - NEW DATE TBD

Time: 8:00am - 9:30am

Location: TBD

Overview: Join us for an exclusive gathering dedicated to the art of Coffee and Conversation! This unique member-only event is designed to provide an informal platform for individuals within a specialized sector to engage in open discussions, share insights, and foster meaningful connections.

Coffee & Conversations: Hospitality & Cultural Industry

Date: Wednesday March 6, 2024

Time: 8:00am - 9:30am

Location: The Angry Egg 2 (467 Main St, Bennington, VT)

Overview: Join us for an exclusive gathering dedicated to the art of Coffee and Conversation! Our host for this month's C & C is The Angry Egg 2. This unique member-only event is designed to provide an informal platform for individuals within a specialized sector to engage in open discussions, share insights, and foster meaningful connections.

Unlocking Success - Enhancing Emotional Intelligence for Exceptional Staff and Customer Relationships

Date: Wednesday April 10, 2024

Time: 9:00am - 11:00am

Location: The Arlington Common (3938 Vermont Rte 7a, Arlington, VT)

Overview: The Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce is excited to have Lisa Rees a discussion on emotional intelligence for you and your staff! this discussion.

Lisa Rees is the Owner of LTR Leadership. Lisa's innovative approach to Emotional Intelligence (EI) helps individuals to understand that all emotions can be helpful. Learning to embrace and leverage them to reach your goal, is the objective. This deep dive seminar into enhancing emotional intelligence, allows participants to learn how to Map Emotions, Match Emotions, understand the Meaning of Emotions and Move Emotions. This ability model of emotional intelligence is an intelligence and these are hard—not soft—skills.

All participants will receive a complimentary copy of A Leader’s Guide to Solving Challenges with Emotional Intelligence as a resource for future learning. For more information on the topic and speaker visit www.ltrleadership.com. Reserve your spot today. Seating is limited!

$40 + Complimentary Book - Chamber Members
$60 + Complimentary Book - Non-Chamber Members

Coffee & Conversations: Service Industry

(Finance, health care, law, HR, insurance, media, real estate, other professionals and consultants)

Date: Wednesday May 8, 2024

Time: 8:00am - 9:30am

Location: Charlie’s Coffee House (39 Bonnet St, Manchester Center, VT)

Overview: This month's Coffee and Conversation Sponsor is Charlie’s Coffee House. At Coffee and Conversation, participants will have the opportunity to engage in free-flowing discussions covering a wide array of topics relevant to their sector. Whether it's addressing prevalent issues, celebrating successes, or simply sharing experiences, this event aims to create an environment conducive to open dialogue and camaraderie.

Lunch & Learn: How can Organizations Foster an Inclusive Workplace

Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Time: 12:00pm - 1pm

Location: CAT-TV Studio and Online

Overview: Join us either in studio or online for a Lunch & Learn focused on current Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) trends, challenges and insight!

REGISTRATION Here

Coffee & Conversations: Nonprofit Industry

(Nonprofits, membership organizations, associations, faith-based and community organizations)

Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Time: 8:00am - 9:30am

Location: The Coffee Bar (109 South Street, Bennington, VT)

Overview: This month's Coffee and Conversation Sponsor is The Coffee Bar. At Coffee and Conversation, participants will have the opportunity to engage in free-flowing discussions covering a wide array of topics relevant to their sector. Whether it's addressing prevalent issues, celebrating successes, or simply sharing experiences, this event aims to create an environment conducive to open dialogue and camaraderie.

REGISTRATION HERE

MEMBERSHIP 101 Class

Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Time: 8:00am - 9:30am

Location: The Chamber (100 Veterans Memorial Drive, Bennington, VT)

Overview: Whether you are a brand new member to the Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce or a seasoned pro, you are encouraged to attend Membership 101. We will review all of your member benefits and teach you how to get the most out of your investment. We will focus on utilizing your Membership Profile as a powerful tool to promote you business.

REGISTRATION HERE