Small Business Council Meeting

09/15/2026

Michael McEntee, Managing Director of A. Neumann & Associates, will be the featured guest on Tuesday, Sept. 15, from 8 to 9 a.m. “Your Business, Your Legacy: Planning a Successful Exit,” will help business owners understand the steps needed to build long-term value and prepare for a successful transition. Registration required.

Nominations due September 30 for Minuteman Service Awards

09/30/2026

The Minuteman Service Award is given annually to an INDIVIDUAL or BUSINESS demonstrating selfless dedication and outstanding leadership to our country in support of our military or veterans community.

Sep

2026

'Impact in Action' Luncheon

Tickets and sponsorships are available for a THRIVE Signature Luncheon on Thursday, Sept. 24, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., celebrating the organizations making a meaningful difference in the lives of women across the North Shore. Hear from inspiring nonprofit leaders about the work they do, the women they serve, and the impact they are making in the community.

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Chamber Events

Small Business Council Meeting - September

09.15.2026

Michael McEntee, Managing Director of A. Neumann & Associates, will be the featured guest at the Small Business Council’s monthly...

Managing Board of Directors Meeting

09.23.2026

Meeting of the North Shore Chamber of Commerce's Managing Board of Directors

THRIVE Signature Luncheon "Impact In Action"

09.24.2026

The Chamber’s THRIVE initiative is delighted to host its annual fall Signature Luncheon on Thursday, Sept. 24, from 11:30 a.m....

Business Leads Group - September

09.25.2026

Business Leads attendees will: – Have the opportunity to speak and promote their organization – Share and distribute marketing materials – Meet...

Emerging Leaders "Sizzlin' for Seniors"

09.30.2026

Emerging Leaders is excited to announce the Second Annual Volunteer Cookout on Wednesday, September 30, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m....

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Chamber News

FINZ Waterfront Brings Emerging Leaders Together

August 31, 2026

Serenity Now Counseling Officially Opens in Danvers

September 3, 2026

New Member Spotlight: U-Haul Company of Eastern Massachusetts

September 1, 2026

Emerging Leaders Host Open Forum with Congressional Candidate Micah Jones

August 14, 2026

Business News

Merrimack College opens $90M student housing project through public-private partnership

September 1, 2026 | Robyn Pregent

A $90 million housing project made possible through a national public-private partnership is ready for students at Merrimack College. The...

Report: Mass. biopharma is bouncing back. But the jobs haven’t yet.

August 25, 2026 | Beth Treffeisen

Employment declined for the first time in more than two decades, according to a new report, as the industry navigates...

IFS announces recent promotions

August 10, 2026 | Robyn Pregent

NEWBURYPORT — Institution for Savings has announced the promotions of three members of its Commercial Lending team. Lori Rostkowski and...

Massachusetts logs nation’s lowest business-formation rate; small firms are struggling

August 5, 2026 | Robyn Pregent

A new report shows that Massachusetts small-business formation and the state’s overall private employment continue to lag behind where they...

Massachusetts business confidence hits highest point of 2026 as manufacturers surge

August 5, 2026 | Robyn Pregent

Massachusetts business confidence has been on the rise for months, and now has hit its highest point this year, according...

Mass. hospitals pass $1B in community benefits for third consecutive year

August 3, 2026 | Robyn Pregent

Massachusetts hospitals last year contributed $1.1 billion in community investments, the largest total amount on record.

Small-business grants you can apply for in August 2026: Deadline looms for lucrative SBA programs

August 3, 2026 | Robyn Pregent

The deadline is approaching for some lucrative SBA opportunities, while a nonprofit is offering up a fully built-out retail space.

Pioneer Institute Study: Tax Cut Would Have Grown State Economy, Increased Wages and Reduced Unemployment

July 23, 2026 | Jared Walczak

BOSTON – A proposal to cut the state income tax rate from 5 percent to 4 percent over three years...

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