Events

Description: The Membership andAmbassador Committee will be holding their monthly meeting. The group provides outreach to prospective and active members and any member of the Chamber may join the committee if they are interested in helping the Chamber grow and retain members, while promoting their business as well.

Location Info: 546 S Broad St, Suite 2C, Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Description: Topics to be covered:- Key Purpose and Role of the Board – Learn about the value of strategic direction, oversight and accountability achieving the mission, ensuring legal integrity and financial health.- Desired Composition of the Board – An effective Board is diverse and inclusive, representing various skills, experiences, and perspectives including expertise in finance, law, marketing, fundraising, and program development.- Recruitment of Board Members – Recruiting involves identifying passionate individuals with the necessary skills, ongoing and proactive search, and clear criteria and expectations.- Board Member Orientation – A comprehensive orientation program integrates new members by providing an overview of the organization's history, mission, programs, and goals. Key documents like bylaws and financial reports should be shared, and mentoring by experienced members can facilitate a smooth transition.- Board Evaluation – Regular evaluation of the board's performance is crucial. Learn what assessments are conducted and the tools that can be used in the process.- Role in Development/Fundraising – Board members play a pivotal role in fundraising, participating actively in campaigns, leveraging their networks, and providing strategic guidance.By following these best practices, Non-profit Boards can effectively guide their organizations towards sustainability and long-term success.

Contact Info: There is no fee for this webinar. ""Click here for more information or to register.

Description: Join Connecticut Small Business Development Center Business Advisor Michelle Augustyn to learn more about what it takes to launch a business in Connecticut in 2026. From refining your concept to the regulatory questions you've never even thought about, this interactive session is designed to help new or aspiring entrepreneurs who don't yet know what they don't know. Kick off this online learning opportunity with a presentation addressing what every aspiring business owner should know and then dive into an interactive Q&A session.

Location Info: 83 Grayling Ave., Rm. 102, Groton, CT

Contact Info: This program is FREE. Rgistration is required. Click here for more information and to register.

Description: Join us for an engaging evening at Pizza, Pasta & Politics for conversation, connection and community with Meriden's elected leaders. This signature event brings together our diverse membership base and city officials to discuss the issues that matter most to our business community. You can ask the candidates questions or express concerns. 5pm - Doors Open, 5:30pm - Dinner is served, 6pm - Program including Q&A, 7pm - Program ends.

Location Info: 105 Miller St., Meriden

Contact Info: RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Description: You're starting or have started your new small business. Great!! But . . . you're worried about what your sales will be, or if you can make a profit and how you will manage your cash flow. If you need help in any of these areas, this webinar is for you! We'll review calculating your startup costs, projecting sales, creating a projected profit and loss statement and cashflow statement.

All registrants will receive the link to the recorded webinar after the live event.View All EventsPartner With UsOur SponsorsDonateVolunteerOur ImpactQuestions? Call Us(800) 634-0245Have Any Questions?Send us a messageWashington, DC 20024FacebookTwitter / XLinkedInYouTubeDonateStartGrow

Contact Info: There is a $10 fee for this webinar. ""Click here for more information or to register.

Description: Have you thought about buying a business, selling your business, or planning for a future transition, but are not sure where to start? Whether you are considering selling to an outside buyer, passing the business on to a family member, selling to employees, or purchasing an existing business, this webinar will help you understand the key steps, considerations, and resources involved.Join our Business Advisors for a practical discussion on both exit and succession planning and the process of buying a business.

Participants will learn how to evaluate business value, understand what is included in a business purchase, explore exit options, prepare for due diligence, consider financing, and negotiate a deal that works for both buyer and seller.

Topics will include:- Emotional and personal financial considerations when exiting a business; How to assess business attractiveness and potential value- Common exit options, including family succession, employee ownership, and outside sale- Timing considerations for selling or transitioning a business- What you are actually buying when you buy a business- How to estimate potential earnings from a business purchase- Why financing is critical in a successful business acquisition- The importance of due diligence and research

After attending, participants will better understand the importance of planning ahead, whether they are preparing to sell, transition, or buy a business, and will leave with practical resources to help them get started.

Location Info: 83 Grayling Ave., Rm. 102, Groton, CT

Contact Info: This program is FREE. Rgistration is required. Click here for more information and to register.

Description: 14th Annual Latino Winemakers - Wine Tasting. At The Farms Country Club for the Benefit of the Spanish Community of Wallingford. Join the Spanish Community of Wallingford in their annual wine tasting featuring selections from South America, Spain, and California, paired with delicious food and deserts. They will have wines from South America, Spain, and California. Music and dance performances, raffles, and more!

Location Info: 180 Cheshire Road, Wallingford, CT 06492

Contact Info: 14th Annual Latino Winemakers - Wine Tasting 09-24-2026.

Description: Sans-Souci Retraurant will be holding their 1st Annual Golf Tournament with all proceeds to benefit the John J. Nerden RTC Camp. Registration and breakfast start at 8:30am, Shotgun Start at 10am followed by a Dinner Banquet at Sans-Souci Restaurant.

Location Info: 688 Westfield Rd., Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Sponsorship opportunities are available. Cost is $175 per golfer or $700 for a foursome. For more information contact Marna Evilia via e-mail.

Description: You're Invited to our CBN Alliance OPEN Networking Group Meeting! Connect with fellow professionals through the Chamber Business Network CBN Alliance, an open LEADS group that brings together members of the Midstate Chamber and Hamden Regional Chamber. This inclusive networking group welcomes all industries, and multiple representatives from the same field are encouraged to participate. It's a great opportunity to build relationships, share referrals, and grow your business network!

Meeting Schedule:2nd Tuesday of each month at the Midstate Chamber (Meriden) 4th Tuesday at the Hamden Chamber (Hamden)

Join us and expand your reach through meaningful connections!

Location Info: 3074 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

Contact Info: CNB Alliance OPEN Networking Group Meeting 9-22-2026.

Description: Join SCORE North Atlantic Region for Accounting Software Process for Small Business, presented by SCORE volunteer and Certified Mentor Cornel Mhley, a retired CPA. This practical workshop will help small business owners understand what accounting software can do, what type of system may best fit their needs, and when it makes sense to invest in a solution.

Whether you're selecting accounting software for the first time or considering a change, you'll learn how to evaluate options based on cost, scalability, reporting, security, accessibility, data migration, and integration. You'll also explore implementation considerations and when professional bookkeeping or accounting support may be helpful.

What Attendees Will Learn- Different types of accounting software and the advantages of each- Key factors to consider when evaluating software- How to plan for transitioning to a new accounting system- Important considerations for cost, security, scalability, and integration- When to consider an accountant, bookkeeper, or outsourced bookkeeping service

Contact Info: There is no fee for this webinar. ""Click here for more information or to register.

Description: TriCircle invites you to this poker run in membory of Raianna Perez. All proceeds to benefit TriCircle. Registration begins at 8:30 am with Kickstands up at 10:00am.

Location Info: 557 West Main St., Branford, CT

Contact Info: Donation is $25 per bike/vehicle & $15 per passenger. "Click here" for more information or to register.

Description: Midstate Chamber's Challenge 5K. Presented by: Midstate Chamber of Commerce, Midstate Chamber's Health & Wellness Council, Meriden Running Club, TriCircle, Midstate Chamber's HOLA Committee & Young Business Leaders of CT Committee. Proceeds benefit the TriCircle & Midstate Chamber's Education Awards.

Location Info: W. Main St., Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Sponsorship opportunities are: $2,500 - Heart of the Run (includes 10 registrations), $1,000 - Pawsitive Impact (includes 5 registrations), $750 - Community Champion (includes 2 registrations), $525 - Paws & Progress, $300 - Impact Advocate, & $150 - Friend. Pricing is as follows if you register by: 5/27/26 - $20; 9/13/26 - $30; 9/25/26 - $35; and on the day of the race - $40.

Description: TriCircle invites you to join them to share your story over dinner. Whether you atended the August workshop or just want to speak from the heart - Everyone has a story! Hosted in collaboration with WPAA-TV, Wallingford's community access station.

Location Info: 28 South Orchard St., Wallingford, CT

Contact Info: "Click here for more information and to register."

Description: This committee plans cradle-to-career educational opportunities for students and member businesses. It promotes bussiness education and training partneships in the greater Meriden area. The group also reviews and approves member workshop programming and partnerships like those with SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives).

Location Info: 546 South Broad St., Unit 2C, Meriden, CT

Contact Info: RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Description: Costs- Cost Components – What to include? Don't forget the overhead cost and your own salary. What else should be included in the cost of the product.- How costs behave – Which costs increase when I sell more units and which are the same no matter how many I produce? Which costs can go down if I buy more components or ingredients?Product Pricing- Objectives – Why am I setting this price? Normal sales? Special inventory reduction in anticipation of a revised product? Introduction of a new product? Reaction to a competitor's increase or decrease in price?- Influential Factors – what things do I need to consider when setting my price?- Possible Strategies – what are some suggested ideas to set a successful price?Breakeven Analysis- How many units do I have to sell each month or each year in order to make money?- How do I calculate my breakeven point? What can I do to reduce the number of units I need to sell before I start making a profit? What things can raise the number of units? What actions can I take to become more in control of my breakeven point…the amount where I start making a profit?

Contact Info: There is no fee for this webinar. ""Click here for more information or to register.

Description: Join us for ELEVATE, an engaging Women in Leadership panel featuring accomplished women entrepreneurs and small business leaders who hae transformed experience into impact. Drawing from their firsthand journeys of building and leading successful businesses our panelists will share inspiring personal stories, practical business insights, and proven straategies for overcoming challenges, driving growth, and leading with confidence. The conversation will also explore how artificial intelligence can be a powerful tool for small businesses, healping owners streamline operations, improve decision-making,enhance customer engagement, and unlock new opportunities for innovation and growth. Please RSVP for your seat! Ticket & Luncheon $45 for Member's and $60 for Non-members.

Location Info: 275 Mt Carmel Ave, Hamden, CT

Contact Info: RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Description: When Do You Need a Business Valuation?

Most business owners do not need a business valuation every year. However, valuations become critical at specific times or upon certain events: When a transaction, legal matter, tax requirement, or strategic decision requires an objective and defensible opinion of value.

The easiest way to determine when is to look for trigger events. This session will cover 10 of the most frequent situations where a valuation is not only useful, but often time sensitive.

Contact Info: There is no fee for this webinar. ""Click here for more information or to register.

Description: Money 101 Education is an ongoing program. You may register and begin at any time. The program includes:- Five two-hour classes — a total of 10 hours of instruction- Plus, unlimited, confidential one-on-one mentoring with trained instructors who can help you apply what you learn to your own financial life.Through flexible "At Your Own Pace" options you can start at your own time schedule. The class is ongoing. Do you ever wonder where your money goes— And how to make it work better for you? Money 101 Education is a practical, easy-to-understand financial literacy program that helps adults gain confidence with money and make smarter financial decisions. You will learn real-life skills such as budgeting, improving credit, understanding taxes, building wealth, investing wisely, and planning for retirement. Instead of confusing jargon, the program uses step-by-step guidance, hands-on exercises, and personal support from SCORE mentors to help participants take control of their finances and reduce financial stress. Students watch five easy-to-follow pre-recorded lessons whenever it fits their schedule, complete practical assignments after each class, and then meet one-on-one with their SCORE mentor to review their work, answer questions, and receive personalized guidance. Each mentoring session helps students build wealth, make wiser financial decisions, and create a stronger financial future—at a pace that works for them.

If you are ready to get your personal finances organized, build confidence, and make smarter financial decisions, Money 101 Education is a great place to start.View All EventsPartner With UsOur SponsorsDonateVolunteerOur ImpactQuestions? Call Us(800) 634-0245Have Any Questions?Send us a messageWashington, DC 20024FacebookTwitter / XLinkedInYouTubeDonateStartGrow

Contact Info: There is a $125 fee for this webinar. ""Click here to register.

Description: Seeking financing for a small business in the coming months with a bank or nonprofit lender like CEDF? Confused about when equity is the right choice? Tempted by "easy" solutions like internet lenders or merchant cash advance programs? Presented by Fred Welk, CEDF Director of Business Development.

Or are you simply curious as to what the steps are to fund your venture? Learn how to polish up your proposal for success.Learn the fine points concerning:-- What lending institutions consider when evaluating your application.-- What important information you must include in your business plan.-- The difference between banks and community lender requirements.-- Financing decisions that can cripple or destroy a small business.-- And more essential knowledge to prepare you for the cruel, unforgiving business world.

Location Info: 925 Broad St., Bridgeport, CT

Contact Info: This is a free webinar but registration is required. "Click here to register."

Description: Save the date for this year's HOLA (Hispanic Outreach Leaders in Action) Committee's breakfast to honor its Signature Hispanic Heritage Month Breakfast Program. This annual event celebrates the rich history, culture, and contributions of the Hispanic Community while fostering meaningful dialogue and engagement among business and community leaders.

Guest speaker Iran Nazario, an author, motivational speaker, and pricipal owner of Nazario Motivation, LLC, a consulting practice dedicated to uplifting individuals and communities through lived experiences. Mr. Nazario books are available in both English and Spanish.

Location Info: 2421 Berlin Tpk, Berlin, CT

Contact Info: RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.