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Wednesday, December 18, 2024Stage Door Medium Live! Back by Popular Demand at Legacy Theatre in 2025
Branford’s Legacy Theatre continues to pull back the curtain on the theatre’s 5th anniversary season with the latest addition to the 2025 lineup. Back by popular demand, Stage Door Medium Live! will return to the theatre for two performances only on February 21 and 22, 2025, at 7pm. Tickets are on sale now, just in time for the holidays, and can be purchased through the Box Office (203.315.1901) or Legacy’s website, LegacyTheatreCT.org. “Last year, the energy in the sold-out theatre during Jimmy Moses’
Monday, December 09, 2024The CTA, BOI and FinCEN: What Does this Mean for Shoreline, CT Businesses?
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. Read more for details on how this may impact your business in the future. 1. Determine if
Thursday, December 05, 2024Guilford Savings Bank and Eastern Connecticut Savings Bank announce merger
GUILFORD, CT AND NORWICH, CT— Guilford Savings Bank (“GSB”) and Eastern Connecticut Savings Bank today announced their intention to merge, combining two organizations with deep roots in the Connecticut communities they serve. This partnership, approved unanimously by both Boards, will create a bank with $1.4 billion in combined assets and 25,000 clients. The combined institution will continue to provide community-focused banking solutions for commercial, business, personal and digital banking clients,
Thursday, December 05, 2024GSB Donates Historic Office Building to The Guilford Foundation
GUILFORD, CONN. — GSB, as part of its longtime commitment to supporting the local community, has officially donated the building at 44 Boston Street in Guilford to The Guilford Foundation. This donation recognizes and values a partnership spanning more than 20 years, during which GSB provided the building as office space to the foundation. With roots in the Guilford community, GSB has been a longtime supporter of The Guilford Foundation and the incredible work they do as a local non-profit to enrich the
Thursday, December 05, 2024Legacy Theatre Announces 2025 Sunday Broadway Concert Series, Featuring Norbert Leo Butz, Donna McKechnie, J. Harrison Ghee and more!
Branford’s Legacy Theatre is thrilled to pull back the curtain on the 2025 Sunday Broadway Concert Series lineup for the historic theatre’s 5th anniversary season. Featuring Tony, Grammy, Olivier, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and MAC Award nominees and winners, the biggest stars of the stage are set to take Stony Creek by storm in 2025 with Grammy and Emmy award-winning music director, John McDaniel, at the helm. The 2025 series includes J. Harrison Ghee (February 16), Bonnie Milligan (March 2),
Monday, December 02, 2024News Release: 12/2/2024
We are proud to announce Joe’s Little Free Library! We installed it in November outside the Guilford Community Center, 32 Church Street. We do regular book reviews and updates online!
Friday, October 25, 2024How You Can Empower Your Remote Teams for Exceptional Productivity
In today’s fast-paced world of remote work, maintaining focus amid endless digital distractions can be both difficult and rewarding. As virtual collaboration becomes standard, finding ways to boost productivity is essential. Clear communication methods reduce confusion, while well-integrated tools enhance team efficiency. Virtual meetings can foster the same level of engagement as in-person interactions when the right systems are in place. With the proper strategies, remote teams can exceed expectations
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Thursday, October 17, 2024Comcast Opens Xfinity Store in Branford
Representatives from Comcast, along with Branford First Selectman John Cosgrove and Shoreline Chamber President Dee Jacob, announced the opening of a new Xfinity Store in Branford. The updated 3,750-square-foot storefront features an interactive design and provides a destination for visitors to experience the complete line of Xfinity products and services, access the NOW product portfolio of low-cost, prepaid Internet, Mobile and TV. “The town of Branford is pleased to welcome a new, full-service Xfinity
Wednesday, October 16, 2024Business Acrobatics: Adobe Tools Help Women Entrepreneurs Nail the Landing
As we celebrate Women's Small Business Month this October, it's important to recognize the innovative tools that empower women entrepreneurs to streamline their operations and drive growth. Adobe Acrobat offers a suite of features designed to enhance productivity, making it easier to manage documents, collaborate with teams, and handle essential business tasks efficiently. For women business owners looking to save time and focus on scaling their ventures, these solutions can be a game-changer in
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Monday, September 23, 2024TGF Youth Advisory Group Awards $29,000 to Community Local Nonprofits and GHS Programs
The Youth Advisory Group (YAG), a youth-run grantmaking body of The Guilford Foundation, distributed $29,000 to 11 community-serving nonprofits at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Through the Guilford Interact Student Advisory Fund, $14,000 in grants were awarded to area organizations providing critical services that impact Guilford's youth. The six grant recipients include: ALEX, Inc.: Queer Prom 2024Community Dining Room: 2024 Pride RallyCommunity Nursery School: Summer Session Tuition
Thursday, September 12, 2024The Guilford Foundation Welcomes New Board Members and Announces Officers
The Guilford Foundation added Wesley Cain and Nathan Scoggin to the board of directors, who bring tremendous business and philanthropic experience. The slate of officers was also announced and includes Chair Alex Sulpasso, Vice Chair John Hyman, Treasurer Kristin Vander Wiede, and Secretary Ashley Fernandez."The Guilford Foundation's board is the driving force behind our grantmaking, strategic direction, governance, and community leadership," said Liza Janssen Petra, Executive Director of The Guilford
Tuesday, July 09, 2024Video Testimonial for UNAPEN IT & CyberSecurity Services for Non-Profits – Maryann Ott, Executive Director of NewAlliance Foundation in New Haven, CT Gives UNAPEN ITComplete 5 Stars!
UNAPEN'S AFFORDABLE IT & CYBERSECURITY SUITE OF SERVICES FOR NON-PROFITS AND SMALL/MEDIUM SIZE BUSINESSESNewAlliance Foundation is a charitable foundation that makes grants to the non-profit community in the Greater New Haven area and in other parts of Connecticut. They separated from their parent corporate entity in 2011, and needed to hire an IT firm to handle all of their IT needs, and they chose UNAPEN.See Maryann's video testimonial here:“UNAPEN, Inc. Review: UNAPEN Is a Great Partner”After using
Tuesday, June 25, 2024News Release: UNAPEN offers vCISO Cyber Assessment Services for Connecticut Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations
CYBERSECURITY RISK ABATEMENT & PROTECTIONHow do you convince your Executive Management and Board Members that:your IT infrastructure is secure,your IT provider is actually doing their job well,and that your clients' confidential information is protected?Engaging an experienced vCISO(Virtual Chief Information Security Officer) offers critical protection for your business/organization and clients' data by designing and implementing a robust cybersecurity strategy tailored to your specific needs and
Friday, March 15, 2024News Release: UNAPEN has been recognized as the 'Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut' for 2023, marking our second consecutive year of receiving this honor.
UNAPEN has been recognized as the 'Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut' for 2023, marking our second consecutive year of receiving this honor. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our clients for contributing to another successful year. A special round of applause goes to the UNAPEN IT team for their dedication to delivering a caliber of client service that has garnered us the title of 'Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut' for both 2022 and 2023, as awarded by UpCity MarketPlace. We
Thursday, September 07, 2023UNAPEN Offering a FREE Consultation on Hybrid Work Solutions to Boost Employee Productivity and Job Satisfaction!
The hybrid work model is now the norm across almost every industry—and UNAPEN can help position your business with work-from-anywhere trends, best practices, challenges and strategies.Let us help you optimize your hybrid work model.Schedule a free consultation with our experts to learn how you can mitigate hybrid work challenges and boost the productivity and job satisfaction of your employees.Click here to View: UNAPEN offering a free consultation on hybrid work solutions to boost employee productivity and
Monday, August 21, 2023How to Identify Operational Inefficiencies in Your Business
As a business owner, it's crucial to recognize and address any financial and operational weaknesses in your company. These weaknesses can manifest themselves in various forms, including inefficient operations, subpar sales, ineffective marketing, poor internal communication, and customer service. In this article, we explore how business owners can identify and remedy these issues to improve their company's overall health and profitability.Intelligent Automation Intelligent automation combines the power
Tuesday, August 01, 2023UNAPEN Newsletter - Artificial Intelligence Webinar by UNAPEN, eBook - 6 Reasons Why It’s Time to Move Your Office Apps to the Cloud, Disaster Recovery vs Business Continuity, MS Dynamics CRM for Small/Medium Size Businesses
Curious about the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence? Check out the on-demand webinar presented by UNAPEN, perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about this cutting-edge technology!Also check out the Cloud Migration, CRM, and Disaster Recovery articles, every business will be affected by one of these topics in the coming year!Plus, a Bonus Report - Wealth Advisors are Proving Invaluable in Volatile Times.
Friday, June 02, 2023UNAPEN Newsletter – FBI Cyber Warning on Juice Jacking, Non-Profit News, NextGen AI from Microsoft CoPilot, 2 Solutions to Grow Your Business
UNAPEN Newsletter – FBI Cyber Warning on Juice Jacking, Non-Profit News, NextGen AI from Microsoft CoPilot, 2 Solutions to Grow Your Business Find out how Connecticut businesses and non-profit organizations are becoming more efficient, spending more effectively, and applying automation and integration to make their operations more scalable!
Friday, June 02, 2023UNAPEN Awarded as ''Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut 2022''
PRESS RELEASE: UNAPEN Awarded as ''Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut 2022''Thanks to all our clients for a great year and special congratulations to the UNAPEN IT team for their efforts to provide a level of client service that’s earned us “Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut 2022” by UpCity MarketPlace.Check out the link to see all the reviews and details https://upcity.com/profiles/unapenEvery year, UpCity’s Best of Awards honor B2B service providers’ tremendous work within rotating focus
Thursday, May 11, 2023Move Up the Career Ladder with a Professional Development Plan
Having a plan for your career trajectory is essential if you want to reach the top. A professional development plan can help boost your career by providing you with the guidance, resources, and tools to help you reach your goals. The Shoreline Chamber of Commerce understands the challenges that professionals face today, which is why we've put together a list of steps you can take to make the process easier. Here are some tips on how to create a professional development plan that will help you move up the
Tuesday, March 21, 2023Use Your Website To Strengthen Business During A Recession
A recession can be a trying time for businesses of all sizes. While there is no foolproof way to guarantee success during this period, making website updates and changes can help you protect your business and customers. The Shoreline Chamber of Commerce knows the challenges that small business owners face, which is why we have compiled a list of steps that will help make this transition easier.Improve Navigation One of the most important things you can do to improve your website is to update the
Friday, March 10, 2023News Release: 3/10/2023 UNAPEN Participates in Computer Science Career Panel for 8th grade and High School students
UNAPEN Participates in Computer Science Career Panel for 8th grade and High School StudentsUNAPEN is dedicated and committed to providing authentic career exploration activities for students. Recently, we offered the opportunity for students to hear an in-person panel discussion from professionals in the Computer Science/IT Services field. It was a great success according to exit surveys. As part of this experience, we are participating in an ongoing Computer Science Career Panel that helps to encourage
