Education Committee

The Education Committee is now part of our new PROJECTS initiative. If you would like volunteer some time to work on our Current Projects: Jingle Bell Trolley, Community Shred Event, Membership Outreach, or B-Well Market (for health & wellness businesses only) -- please Email The Chamber

Education Committee 2023/2024     photo by Ben Jordan/Photo Images Co. 

(standing l-r): Joanne Beers - Avon Dollars For Scholars | Charles Harvell - Avon Education Foundation | Peggy Bakker (co-chair) - PMB Consulting
(seated l-r): Michael Mezheritskiy (co-chair) - Milestone Asset Management Group | Janina Cummings - Shear Wellness Salon & Spa | Vic Bible - IFFS Eldercare Consultants | Gena Hamilton - Exact Media Services | Lou Daniels - Call A Doctor Plus
[missing: Bruce Deckert - Today Magazine | Sharon Gauthier - Patient Advocate For You | Peg Mayer - PC Company]

Mission Statement

To Develop Educational Programs To Support Members and the Business Community to Grow, Prosper and Succeed

Members:

RECENT EDUCATION PROGRAMS

As part of our collaboration with member the Avon Free Public Library in support of their Business Center, the Avon/Canton Chamber is producing an ongoing series of Education Programs featuring engaging and topical presentations by various members that are important for the growth of area businesses. Programs are made available live, same-time streamed, or can be accessed at a later time through our archives.

HAVE A BUSINESS-RELATED TOPIC YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PRESENTING? Email The Chamber

November 10, 2022 --- The Stages of a Business: From Start-Up to Succession
presented by:
Gena Hamilton | Exact Digital Media
Michael Mezheritskiy | Milestone Asset Management Group
Vic Bible | IFFS Eldercare Consultants
moderated by:
David Olchowski | Acadia ActionCOACH

As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce TOPICS @ 12 collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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March 17, 2022 --- The Potential Is All Mine
presented by:  Dr. Brian Magna, DPT | Magna Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Center
As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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PowerPoint Slides for The Potential Is All Mine

February 17, 2022 --- Facebook For Business Basics
presented by:  Gena Hamilton, Managing Director | Exact Digital Media
As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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January 20, 2022 --- Time Strategies To Maximize Your Profits
presented by:  David Olchowski, Owner & President | Acadia ActionCOACH
As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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November 18, 2021 --- Stress Management For Business Owners and Their Employees
presented by:  Dr. Karen Bender | Whole Health Wellness Center
As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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October 21, 2021 --- How To Deliver A Powerful Presentation
presented by:  Christine Buhler, Associate Director/Development & Marketing | The Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy
As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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September 23, 2021 --- Finding Money, Understanding Your Expenses
presented by:  Jonathan Horn, Strategic Partner | Schooley Mitchell
As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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June 24, 2021 --- Making Your Marketing Dollars Work For You
presented by:  Dan Callahan | Acadia ActionCOACH
As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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May 20, 2021 --- The Power of Possitivity: Turning Obstacles Into Opportunties
presented by:  Chip Janiszewski | Happiness & Success GPS
As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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April 22, 2021 --- Don't Be A Zoombie: Virtual Etiquette & Presentation Skills
presented by:  Dana Culligan, Director National Team Development | Tocara Jewelry
As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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March 18, 2021 --- 6 Steps To A Better Business
presented by:  David Olchowski, Firm Owner/Certified Business Coach | Acadia ActionCOACH
As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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February 18, 2021 --- Introduction to QuickBooks Online
presented by:  Jeanine Longfritz, Director | Nathan Accounting Group
As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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January 21, 2021 --- Impacts of Dementia Caregiving on the Workplace: Solutions for Caregivers and Employers
presented by:  Kathy Subasic, PhD, OTR/L, ECHM. CAPS | Forever Home
As Part of the Avon/Canton Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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November 19, 2020 --- Returning To Work In Connecticut
presented by:  John Shea, Esq. | JacksonLewis P.C.
As Part of the Avon Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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September 22, 2020 --- Trademarks: Choosing, Searching & Registering Brand Names, Logos & Slogans
presented by:  Jamie Sternberg, Esq. | Saunders & Silverstein LLP
As Part of the Avon Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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August 25, 2020 --- Writing A Winning Resume In Today's Hiring Landscape
presented by:  Bree Gurin | Creative Resumes and Business Writing
As Part of the Avon Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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July 28, 2020 --- Creative Is King
presented by:  Gena Hamilton | Exact Digital Media
As Part of the Avon Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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March 31, 2020 --- Demystifying Digital Media
presented by:  Gena Hamilton | Exact Digital Media
As Part of the Avon Chamber of Commerce collaboration in support of the Avon Free Public Library Business Center

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April 23, 2019 --- Dial Up Your Business | How Today's Telecommunications Solutions Can Help You Better Connect With Your Customer
presented by:  Dennis Frosolone | Voice New England
hosted by:  Peter M. Bakker Agency

Presentation

 

February 23, 2017  So You Think You Know SEO Class

November 8, 2016 --- Social Media 101
presented by:  Amy Jock | Chelsea Groton Bank
hosted by:  Avon Health Center

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October 27, 2016 --- Re-Branding For Business
presented by:  Amy Jock | Chelsea Groton Bank
hosted by:  Peter M. Bakker Agency

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June 2, 2016 --- Everything You Wanted To Know About Email      Marketing But Were Afraid To Ask
hosted by:  Avon Health Center
presented by:  Heather Jackson, Regional Development Director of

 

May 10, 2016 --- How To Market To An Aging Population
hosted by:  Peter M. Bakker Agency
November 6, 2014 --- Why Should I Market To An Aging Population
hosted by:  Golf Club of Avon

presented by:  Vic Bible | IFFS Eldercare Consultants

 

April 12, 2016 --- ReferenceUSA Demonstration
hosted by:  Avon Free Public Library
presented by: TJ Pridell of


 

November 13, 2014 --- Using The Cloud To Help Your Business
presented by:  Michael Mezheritskiy | Milestone Asset Management Group
hosted by:  Peter M. Bakker Agency

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October 2, 2014 --- Does Your Business Need A Healthcare Plan -- What You Need To Know
April 25, 2014; November 1, 2013 --- What Does the Affordable Care Act Really Mean for My Business
presented by:  Sharon Freilich | Pullman & Comley, LLC
hosted by:  Peter M. Bakker Agency

April 25 2014 Presentation (in two parts)
 First Half  and  Second Half

 

September 24, 2013 AND March 27, 2014 --- Talk to the Town-Doing Business in Avon
presented by:  Brandon Robertson-Avon Town Manager | Steve Kushner-Director of Planning and Community Development/Zoning Enforcement Officer | Harry DerAsadourian-Town Assessor | Jamie DiPace-Fire Marshal (3/27/2014 program)
hosted by:  Avon Free Public Library

 

August 19 & 20, 2013 AND April 29, 2014 --- Professional Headshots for LindedIn
photography by:  Amber Jones | Studio Pura
hair and make up by:  Shear Artistry Day Spa & Salon

 
Members that took part in our April 2014 session are
(Top Row l-r): Melissa Saint of Stokes Painting Services, Charlie Mayer of Data 2000, Peg Mayer of Howard L. Page & Co., Danette Brown of The Residence at Brookside, Anne Boychuk of The Residence at Brookside
(2nd Row l-r): Vic Bible of IFFS Eldercare Consultants, Ketil Osland of Guaranty Federal Financial Corporation, ??? of ???, Philip Havens of Havens Home Inspection, Nancy Ford of The Goddard School
(3rd Row l-r): Ann August of Senior Transitions CT, Bruce Sayward of Sayward Companies, Monica Katzen of Mind My Life, Spiros Vellios of Seniors Job Bank-Avon, Macil Stang of Arden Courts of Avon
(Bottom Row l-r): Jean Foisie of TravelVision, Ellen Cazzetta of The Human Resource Consulting Group