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Cooking the Books: Accounting Ethics & Forensic Investigation
2015-01-13 07:00 - 09:30 (America/New_York)
Occupational fraud from asset misappropriation is a costly crime inflicted upon firms small and large. As a result, organizations are taking a more proactive and strategic internal approach to identifying fraud through economic transaction analysis. This type of complex accounting examination expands far beyond a typical audit and demands a specialized skill set in forensic accounting expertise. This free seminar and networking breakfast will cover red flags and warning signs of fraud, as well as accounting ethics and forensic investigations. The event, held in the Faculty Dining Room in the Mary Dooley College Center at Elms College, is part of our Continuing Education Breakfast Series. Accounting CPEs are available. Pre-registration is required at www.elms.edu/mbaforensic.

Special Day in Northfield Holiday Celebration
2014-12-13 10:00 - 17:00
Old fashioned holiday fun for adults and families featuring free horse-drawn hay wagon rides, gingerbread cookie decorating, holiday crafts for kids, a children’s theater performance, sales at shops and galleries on historic Northfield’s Main Street and back roads. For a schedule visit www.visitnorthfieldarea.com.

Chamber After 5 / Holiday Party
2014-12-10 17:00 - 19:00
Celebrate the Holiday Season with local business men & woman from the Amherst and Northampton Area! This is a joint networking event with our friends over at the Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce. Say “Cheese” or should we say “Jolly”? Capture your Holiday Cheer in the Four Wings Photography’s Photo Booth…props welcome!
Live entertainment by Tuesdays In Times Square, a five piece stringed quartet.
Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts will be joining us at the Holiday Party so you can take part in Valley Gives Day!
Bring your Holiday Cheer!
Thank you to our Sole Sponsor:Northampton Cooperative Bank
Link to Event http://business.amherstarea.com/events/details/chamber-holiday-party-after-5-sponsored-by-northampton-cooperative-bank-14883

Chamber Luncheon with UMass Hockey Coach John Micheletto
2014-12-09 12:00 - 13:30
Somebody Slap the floor!
UMass Hockey Coach, John Micheletto will be our guest speaker at the next Chamber Luncheon. Coach Micheletto will discuss the early season happenings, his experience thus far, and his ambition for the future of the Hockey Program.
Luncheon Menu
Chicken Parmesan, Baked Ziti, Rosted Red Potatoes, and Vegetable Medley

BusinessWest Difference Makers Celebration
2014-12-08 05:00 - 21:00
Save the Date!The sixth annual Difference Makers award program, staged by BusinessWest will be held on Thursday, March 19th.
More details to follow

Pawzaar Holiday Craft Fair
2014-12-06 10:00 - 15:00
It’s that time of year again!
TJO Foundation’s annual Pawzaar Holiday Craft Fair to benefit homeless animals at TJO Adoption Center will be held Saturday, December 6, 2014 from 10am – 3pm at the Chicopee Family Moose (244 Fuller Road).
There will be hand-made crafts, pet supplies, raffles, live music and more!
For more information or for a vendor application, please email info@tjofoundation.org.
All proceeds benefit the shelter dogs and cats of TJO’s Animal Control and Adoption

Jolie Hair & Beauty Academy Support Toys For Joy
2014-11-11 09:00 - 2014-12-10 21:30
The Students at Jolie Hair & Beauty Academy on 44 Sewall Street in Ludlow, MA will be ringing in the holiday season by offering a free wash, cut & blow dry to any one that donates a new unwrapped toy to Toys for Joy. Donations are accepted at the school now thru December 10, 2014. You may drop off your donation and receive a coupon for the service or come in as a walk-in. You must use your free service before January 1, 2015.
Hours for Appointments and walk-in are Mon 12:30-1:30, Tues-Fri 10:00 am-1:30 pm. Evenings: Tues and Thurs 6:00- 7:00 pm. The students also provide skin care services, manicures, and other hair services for an additional fee. You may contact the school at 413-589-0747 for additional information.

Sullivan, Hayes & Quinn Annual Employer Briefing
2014-11-06 08:30 - 12:45
Sullivan, Hayes & Quinn invites you to learn about the Changing Workplace. Hosted by the experienced team at Sullivan, Hayes & Quinn, the briefing will provide employers with critical information regarding both recent and anticipated changes in workplace-related matters and recommended best preventative practices for employers.
Guest speaker Brad MacDougall, Vice President for Government Affairs at Associated Industries of Massachusetts will present insights regarding legislative developments and their consequences for employers.
Attendees will have an opportunity to network with other guests and have their questions answered by the knowledgeable speakers.

Western Mass Business Expo
2014-10-29 09:00 - 18:30
October 29, 2014MassMutual Center, Springfield
Breakfast 7:30 am
Expo 9:00am – 4:00 pm
Luncheon 11:30 pm
Expo Social 4:00 – 6:30 pm
On October 29, 2014 thousands of business professionals from throughout Western Mass will gather at the MassMutual Center. The 4th annual Western Mass Business Expo, the region’s B2B trade show, will feature hundreds of exhibitors, free educational seminars, keynote speakers, business resources, and must-attend networking events – all in one place for one day!
Presented by: Comcast Business
Sponsored by: dif design, Health New England, Johnson & Hill Staffing Services, MassMutual Financial
Education Sponsor: Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst
Expo Social Sponsor: Northwestern Mutual
Media Partners: ABC 40/Fox 6 and 94.7 WMAS
Partners: Affiliated Chambers of Commerce of Greater Springfield, Go Graphix and Rider Productions
As the area’s leading business publication, BusinessWest is presenting this region-wide trade show for the communities and businesses that comprise Western Mass. This B2B show will provide valuable opportunities for buying and doing business locally. Why would you be anywhere else?

2014 Federal Tax Institute of New England
2014-10-24 07:00 - 18:00
Presented by the Connecticut Bar Association
National speakers will present on cutting edge tax and estate planning issues. The day also features business-focused seminars addressing tax and legal issues faced in the life cycle of a business.

Fiesta en el Patio/Community Outreach Reception
2014-10-18 16:00 - 20:00
Firm Foundation Leadership Coalition, Inc. [La Organización Feliz™] wants to officially embrace our community, volunteers, supporters, family and friends. We want to welcome each and every one of our community constituents with open arms in celebration of our Latino Pride and our Official Community Philanthropic Programs release party. We look forward to momentos of joy, laughter, unity and fun!
We will be having lite Latin jazz and salsa music and live dance performances from Arthur Murray Dance Studio – Vernon, CT; Spotlight-On-Youth (SOY) with our very own Latina youth Speaker who will also have on display some of the artwork that earned her college credits before graduating high school.
All proceeds to benefit Firm Foundation Leadership Coalition, Inc. [La Organización Feliz™] Philanthropic programs.
FLCI is an organization dedicated for the betterment of our communities and therefore is considered a social benefit/public charity organization. Your donation is tax-deductible.
This will be a fun and entertaining day where you get to experience a small reflection of our Latino culture and La Organización Feliz™.

Food for Thought: CleanSlate Treatment Center Forum on Combating the Mass Opioid Epidemic
2014-10-10 17:00 - 20:00
CleanSlate Treatment Centers invites All Massachusetts Physicians and NP/PAs to our FORUM about Combating the MASS Opioid Epidemic!
Hear from Dr. Amanda Wilson, CleanSlate President & CEO.
Participate in small group discussions. Learn about CleanSlate Centers’ unique, proven treatment plans and how you can be a part of this program. Connect with current physicians employed at CleanSlate, and learn about XDEA certification, and the merits of Suboxone and Vivitrol.
Presented by:CleanSlate Treatment Centers
DATE: Friday, November 7, 2014
TIME: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Drinks and Hors d’oeuvres
WHERE: CleanSlate Corporate Office in downtown Northampton, 1 Roundhouse Plaza
COST: This Open House is compliments of CleanSlate Treatment Centers
RSVP BY: Pre-registration is required by October 31, 2014 to Melissa:(413)781-8600 x100, marketing@businesswest.com
For more information, call (413) 781-8600 x100 or email at marketing@businesswest.com

The Bank Summit
2014-10-09 08:00 - 14:45
The Bank Summit is a time for banking professionals to learn about emerging opportunities and innovative solutions for the banking industry, while getting hands-on practical information for strengthening bank management. This financial leadership conference is designed for executives, senior management & bank personnel involved in operations, technology, lending, retail banking, marketing & sales, human resources, security, compliance and risk management.
Attendees will experience a full day complete with thought-provoking educational sessions, interactive panels, cutting-edge exhibits, networking, attendee raffle prizes and much more!

Grow Your Own Food-Based Business
2014-10-07 17:00 - 20:00
There’s a big market out there for your home-made food-based products. Luckily, there’s also good support in the Pioneer Valley for growing your own food-based business. Food-based businesses are those whose product is processed in some way – cooked, refrigerated, frozen, bottled or canned – prior to sale, but they’re not as simple to be in as you might think. Scaling recipes, dealing with food safety issues, and food production licensing are a few of the hard issues, not to mention that maybe it’s time to upgrade to a commercial kitchen.
Fortunately, the Food Processing Center at the Franklin County CDC in Greenfield has been helping people start and grow businesses for a very long time. Join us for this information session with Food Processing Center Director, Nico Lustig, to learn about the resources and services to get your name on your label with yummy food inside.

Stronger Businesses Program Fall 2014
2014-10-07 09:00 - 13:00
The Stronger Businesses Program, offered exclusively by the Business Growth Center, is a series of eight 3-hour working sessions for motivated leaders of for-profit and non-profit businesses aiming to strengthen their organizations and accelerate growth. Participants will learn specific tools and techniques to increase situational awareness, identify and address problems promptly, pursue new opportunities confidently, and execute more effectively. Sessions will be held on Oct 7, Nov 12, 18, 25, Dec 2, 9, 16, and 23. Breakfast and lunch is included. Participating business owners are encouraged to bring an additional staff member along to expedite and deepen the learning at no additional cost. Participants also receive a partial reimbursement upon successful completion of the program.

Eat, Drink & Be Holyoke
2014-10-02 17:00 - 20:00
‘Eat, Drink and Be Holyoke’ is the Holyoke Rotary Club’s 9th annual tasting fundraiser and silent auction. This year the event will feature international wine tasting, local craft beer and restaurant tasting stations. Proceeds of the event will benefit the Holyoke Rotary Club children literacy initiatives.
For the event this year, the Rotary Club strategically partnered with Gateway City Arts in hopes to create a positive catalyst for change in the perception of the Greater Holyoke area. Drawing nearly 300 local professionals, artists, community leaders and advocates from Greater Holyoke and the outlying communities, the event will showcase the best of Greater Holyoke, downtown, while raising much needed funds for early children’s literacy.
For tickets, sponsorship opportunities or information of how to help out, contact Brittney Kelleher at (413) 572-4278 or email BeHolyoke@gmail.com

PVB Nutcracker Auditions
2014-09-13 10:30 - 14:30
Auditions for Nutcracker are being held on Saturday, September 13, 2014. Children aged 4.5 – 12 are invited to audition and play a role. No dance experience necessary. Advanced dancers (12+ years old and en pointe) should contact the studio for audition information.
WHEN
Saturday, September 13, 2014
Boys & Girls ages 4.5-7
10:30 am Registration
11:00 am – 12:00 pm Auditions
Boys & Girls ages 8-12 (not on pointe)
12:30 pm Registration
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Auditions
CASTING:
Children who are at least 4.5 by the day of the audition will receive their role the day of the audition. We cast children based on their experience, age, and aptitude during the audition. We set children up for success by casting them in roles that are developmentally appropriate for their age, creating a positive audition, rehearsal, and performance environment, and supporting their love of dance.
REGISTRATION
We encourage you to register your child in advance although it is not required.
Registration forms are available online and in PVB’s studio.
FEES
Non-refundable $27 registration fee and $20 costume fee per child.

NAYP's September Networking Social
2014-09-11 17:00 - 20:00
The Northampton Area Young Professionals are happy to host their September social in the beautiful Healing Garden at Cooley Dickinson Hospital with an “Outdoor Fiesta” theme a taco and quesadilla bar and beer from Abandoned Building Brewery

Discussion Session: Blueprint for the Next Century
2014-09-11 16:00 - 18:30
AIM will celebrate its 100th birthday in 2015 by developing The Blueprint for the Next Century—a plan to create jobs and long-term economic growth in the commonwealth. To that end, AIM is reaching out to business owners/leaders in every industry to identify creative, innovative and compelling ideas.
Please join us at one of our lively discussion/networking sessions to share your ideas and opinions on potential challenges and solutions. The moderated discussion will be followed by a reception where you’ll be able to connect with other CEOs and business leaders in your area.
Please note: This event is free, however, registration is required. These events are closed to the press to encourage open discussion.

40 Under Forty Gala
2014-06-19 17:30 - 21:30
Save the Date!The 2014 40 Under Forty Gala
Thursday, June 19, 2014
5:00 p.m.
Hosted by:The Log Cabin:500 Easthampton Road, Holyoke, MA 01040
Sponsored by:
Meet the 40 Under Forty, Class of 2014 in the April 21st edition of BusinessWest.

BusinessWest 40 Under Forty Gala
2014-06-19 17:30 - 21:00
We’re rolling out the red carpet to honor the regions brightest stars. They’re BusinessWest’s 40 Under Forty, Class of 2014Join the celebration on June 19th at the Log Cabin in Holyoke as we toast BusinessWest’s 40 Under Forty!
Thank you to our sponsors:
Baystate Medical Center,
Fathers & Sons,
Hampden Bank,
Health New England,
Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst,
Moriarty & Primack,
Paragus Strategic IT,
St. Germain Investment Management,
and in partnership with The Young Professional Society of Greater Springfield.

New England Family Business Conference
2014-06-19 08:00 - 14:00
New England Family Business Conference
Date of Event: June 19, 2014
Time: 8:00am – 2:00pm
Hosted by: The International Golf Club & Resort, 159 Ballville Road, Bolton, MA 01740
In its first year, the New England Family Business Conference proved to be a successful, productive event for family businesses in New England.
On June 18, CEOs, managers and founders of family businesses from the region will gather at The International Golf Club and Resort in Bolton, Massachusetts for the second annual conference dedicated to family businesses. A diverse audience will be there to network with peers, gain valuable business insight and ask pressing questions at various educational sessions.

Connecticut Business Systems Technology Showcase Event
2014-06-12 08:30 - 16:30
On Thursday, June 12th, Connecticut Business Systems (a Xerox Company) will be hosting a Product & Technology Showcase event at the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, MA.
Please join CBS and our partners in hardware, software, audiovisual, and managed print services for a day of learning, browsing, and interactive demonstrations of some of the most innovative technology on today’s market.
We will have technical experts on hand all day for live demonstrations to address guests’ specific criteria. Guests will be enjoying catering from Max’s Tavern for both breakfast and lunch.
This Showcase event will open at 8:30 AM and close at 4:30 PM. Guests are welcome to stop by quickly or stay the entire day.
A few partners that will be joining us are Smart Technologies, KIP, Equitrac, Nuance, Square9 Softworks, Discover Video, and XMPie.
*This is a limited capacity event! All businesses professionals planning on attending this exciting Technology Showcase event must register in advance online at… http://www.eventbrite.com/e/cbs-a-xerox-company-technology-showcase-tickets-11024262867

Pioneer Valley Ballet's Beauty and the Beast
2014-03-29 13:00 - 2014-03-30 16:30
Pioneer Valley Ballet’s Beauty and the Beast 2 performances on Saturday, March 29th and Sunday March 30th
Showtimes: 1:00pm & 4:30pm
Location: Academy of Music, 274 Main St, Northampton, MA 01060
A moving ballet based on the French tale made famous by Jeanne-Marie Le Prince de Beaumont, “Beauty & The Beast” follows the story of a young woman who discovers the true meaning of love in an unexpected place. Full of whimsy and magic, PVB’s original ballet features all new choreography along with additional characters dancing to the music of Czech composer Antonin Dvorak.

Difference Makers Celebration
2014-03-20 17:00 - 21:00
Save the Date!The 2014 Difference Makers Celebration
Thursday, March 20, 2014
5:00 p.m.
Hosted by:The Log Cabin:500 Easthampton Road, Holyoke, MA 01040
Sponsored by: Baystate Health • First American Insurance • Health New England • Meyers Brothers Kalicka, P.C. • Northwestern Mutual • Royal LLP • 6 Pt. Creative Works
Meet the Difference Makers in the February 10, 2014 edition of BusinessWest.

Tour of Simmons Bedding
2014-03-13 17:00 - 20:00
The Purchasing Management Association of Western New England, the local affiliate of the Institute for Supply Management is sponsoring a tour on March 13, 2014. The tour is of Simmons Bedding in Agawam MA at 5:00 PM.
Join us and see how a mattress is produced. The tour is open to members and non members of the association. For additional information and to register visit http://www.pmawne.com and check under the “Meetings” tab. Contact information 413-567-3115 or 413-308-1402. Members Free, affiliates and guests $30.00
