Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Annual Meeting at MGM Springfield! We had an eventful evening where we held our annual elections for this year’s board, reflected on our collective achievements, unveiled our new logo, celebrated the graduates of our 2024 Leadership Institute and recognized Sister Mary Caritas Geary as our Richard J. Moriarty Citizen of The Year!  

Reflecting on the past year, I am delighted to share some remarkable milestones with you. We welcomed 52 new members since last July, engaged in 148 meetings and member engagements, and I visited and toured 40 member businesses. We organized the first multi-chamber event, donating 1400 pounds of rice or beans and raising over $10,000 for the Food Bank of Western Mass. Our events have seen incredible participation, with 2,300 attendees throughout the year. Additionally, our sponsorship has increased by 45%, a testament to the growing support within our community.  

I am thrilled to announce that Karen Tetreault has joined the Chamber staff as Senior Executive Assistant/Events Coordinator! Karen brings over 16 years of experience from her tenure at the Western Mass EDC, where she worked closely with the Chamber in various capacities. Her decision to move to a full-time role reflects her deep commitment to our community and the Chamber's mission. Karen's extensive experience, strong work ethic, and warm demeanor bring invaluable qualities to our team. Having been an active participant in Chamber events for many years, Karen is already a familiar face within our community. We are incredibly fortunate to welcome her aboard! 

I look forward to seeing everyone for a night of baseball and fireworks on Chamber Night on July 27th at 6:10 pm with the Hartford Yard Goats! Get ready for an exhilarating game against the Harrington Senators and a full dinner buffet, all enjoyed from the comfort of luxury indoor and outdoor seating, complete with fireworks to cap off the evening. It's sure to be a home run of a night!   

Be sure to cast your vote for the Springfield Regional Chamber in MassLive's Reader Raves! For eleven years running, we've proudly held the title of Best Chamber of Commerce. Now, we're counting on your support to extend our winning streak to 12 years. Don't miss your chance – vote before the July 28th deadline! 

Stay tuned as we unveil exciting new events for our upcoming 2024-2025 season! Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm for our chamber community.