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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
Thursday, October 24, 2024News Release: 10/24/2024
Friends of the Blackstone Library will be ringing in the holidays with our annual Holiday Gift Basket Sale Thursday, December 12th - Sunday, December 15th. We are asking for your generous support with the following: Completed gift basketsNew or nearly new items to include in gift baskets (our volunteers will build and decorate them)Gift cardsMonetary contributions Looking for ideas? Consider items for everyone on your shopping list such as Car Care, Sports, Children, Teens, Pets, Cooking and Baking,
Monday, October 21, 2024Holiday Tradition ''A Christmas Carol'' Returns to Legacy Theatre December 4-15!
The fan-favorite holiday tradition returns, this time with a new leading man! The Legacy Theatre team is pleased to announce that Rod Brogan will join the company of A Christmas Carol as Ebenezer Scrooge. Legacy audiences may recognize Brogan from his performance earlier this season as Adam in Mark Twain’s The Diaries of Adam and Eve. Brogan also boasts an impressive resume, with credits such as Mauritius on Broadway, the National Tour of Doubt, series' regular Chip Russell in the first season of the CBS
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
Monday, September 30, 2024The Guilford Fund for Education and The Guilford Foundation Join Forces to Support Educational Innovation
The Guilford Fund for Education will join forces with The Guilford Foundation as a donor-advised fund, allowing the organization to retain its autonomy in funding decisions that support its mission while leveraging TGF's operational expertise. Given the shared commitment to investment in youth and education, this partnership maximizes opportunities and resources for both organizations.GFFE started in 2006 with seed funding from The Guilford Foundation. Its mission is to provide financial support to
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
Friday, August 30, 2024The Guilford Foundation and GSB Give $28,300 in 2024 Sponsorship Awards to Area Nonprofits
In partnership with GSB, The Guilford Foundation distributed $28,300 to 19 nonprofits in 2024 to support critical fundraising and brand-building priorities. In the third review of the year, Clifford W. Beers Guidance Clinic, Shoreline Village CT, and St. George Men’s Group received funding. The 2024 awards ranged in size from $500 to $2,500. Community partners that received sponsorship funding include APK Charities, Clifford W. Beers Guidance Clinic, Community Dining Room, Community Nursery School,
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
Thursday, June 13, 2024The Guilford Foundation Presents over $65,000 in Local Scholarships
The Guilford Foundation (TGF) proudly announces that scholarships totaling $65,950 have been awarded to 30 Guilford High School seniors and one Sound School (New Haven) senior to assist with their college expenses. These awards, ranging from $500 to $6,000, are established through charitable scholarship funds set up by donors who determine the award criteria. “Each scholarship reflects the unique interests and areas of study of the individuals for whom they are named. It’s a powerful and lasting tribute
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
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