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CONTENTS

Calendar of Events 3

Business 1st EXPO 6

Good News 9

New Investors 12

Wayne Oliver of RemaxAdvanced Realtors, page 5

Rhonda Bennett ofMr. Appliance, page 11

Representative Creedon,page 8

reportMay 2005

Abington • Avon • Bridgewater Brockton • Canton • East Bridgewater • Easton • Halifax • Hanover • Hanson • Holbrook • Norwell • Randolph • Rockland • Sharon • Stoughton • West Bridgewater •Whitman

Chamber’s Legislative BreakfastBrings Beacon Hill to You

The legislativeedition of the GoodMorning MetroSouth breakfast pro-gram is scheduled forWednesday, May 11,2005 from 7:30 to 9:15a.m., at the MassasoitConferenceCenter onCrescentStreet inBrockton.

Salvatore F.DiMasi, Speaker of theMassachusetts House of

Representatives, has been a voicefor common sense, openness and inclusion since being elected to theHouse in 1978.

On issues important to the people of the 3rd Suffolk District,the City of Boston and theCommonwealth of Massachusetts,

Speaker DiMasi has been ableto forge consensus among his

colleagues in order tomove the legislativeagenda forward in positive ways.

As always GoodMorning Metro South

Speaker of the House, Salvatore DiMasiJoin the

Chamber of Commerce

NOW!Call 508-586-0500 x229

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More than50 businesseswill be featuredat the MetroSouth Business1st EXPO. TheEXPO is beingheld at TheShaw’s Center

in Brockton on May 26, 2005 from7:30 am – 3:30 pm. In addition toconnecting the public to memberbusinesses, the Metro SouthBusiness 1st EXPO will feature the14th Annual Small BusinessAwards Breakfast, four HumanResource Management Councilworkshops, and a BusinessSolutions luncheon. Exhibitorsare encouraged to register prior toMay 13th, to receive the discount-ed member rate of $349. Eachexhibitor space includes one 6’skirted table, two chairs, plusentry to all four BusinessSolutions Workshops, the awardsbreakfast and luncheon. Thisevent is being sponsored by Bank of America,BlueCross/BlueShield, Bay StateGas, UPS, The Enterprise, andWBET Radio 1460 AM.

For further information on purchasing an EXPO table or tickets to the Small BusinessAwards Breakfast or the BusinessSolutions Luncheon, please callKerrie at 508.586.0500 ext 231.

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honoring area businesses.Responsible for creating some

of America’s most successfuladvertising campaigns includingthe legendary $50 million dollarGinsu knife television campaign.Ed Valenti is considered by business scholars, educators andpop culture sociologists alike to beone of the pioneers of televisiondirect marketing, and an innovatorwho paved the way for today’sinfomercial and home shopping

networks. Industrypundits havelabeled him the

“godfather” of TV infomercial andthe “master of the art of persuasion.” Described by theDiscovery Channel as a “creative genius,” Ed was one ofthe first to successfully sell

The Metro SouthSmall BusinessAwards breakfast is scheduled for May26, 2005 at TheShaw’s Center from7:30 - 9:15 am. TheMetro SouthChamber ofCommerce and Bankof America Small

Business Serviceshave joined forces to

recognize smallbusiness achievements andtheir economic impact on theregion.

Ed Valenti, successful entrepreneur and author of “TheWisdom of Ginsu” kicks off thebreakfast at this special event

Ed Valenti, author and entrepreneur

14th Annual Small Business & EntrepreneurAwards Breakfast at Shaw’s CenterThursday, May 26, 2005 - 7:30 - 9:30 am

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Summer Intern Program Taking ShapeThe Summer of

Work and Learning willbe held again this summer at BrocktonHigh School for thetwelfth summer in arow. The Summer ofWork and Learning is awell established, highly regarded summer program thatgives high school students aunique opportunity to take a closer look at career options, whilehelping them develop skills

Chamber in Bloom with Work ExpressThe Work Express Program has recently completed a

spring clean-up of the landscaping at the Metro SouthChamber of Commerce building at School Street inBrockton. Pictured is Jonnie Watkins, Work Express

Program Director and Christopher Cooney, Presidentand CEO of the Chamber. Work Express (est.1997) offers

homeless people valuable work experience in asupportive environment; it has grown from 8 to 20 participants. Each person works four hours every

morning on basic cleaning, maintenance and landscaping activities in downtown Brockton. In theafternoon and evenings, participants attend adult education and life skills classes, as well as receive

individual career counseling.

WalMart Supports Small Businesses

Donna O’Connor of the United States Small BusinessAdministration (SBA), Rosa Gaskin, Public Relations

Manager for WalMart and Mike Aubin Store Manager ofWalmart, Oak Street, Brockton present a check to support the Metro South Small Business Assistance

Center and the Edison Business Incubator in Brockton.The center and the incubator are both located at theChamber of Commerce on School Street in Brockton.

essential for success inhigh performance workplaces. It is coordinated byCommunities and Schoolsfor Career Success (CS2).Students are placed atwork sites that closely

match their interests.Interested organizations

should contact Shailah Stewart.Brockton Public Schools, at508.580.7445, or email her [email protected].

Spring Business Workshops

The ProfessionalDevelopment Center at MassasoitCommunity College has madesome exciting changes to their regular programs. They are nowoffering a Small Business Series, a

Mid-ManagementSeries, andComputerThursdays. Each ofthe Series will run

three different programs, and people can choose to take just oneor all three. They run one morningonly, always on Tuesdays, and aredirect, upbeat and full of important information the business person can put to use,and they all take place at our newtraining location, at the MassasoitConference Center. The ComputerThursdays are ongoing with plenty of classes scheduled in Mayand June. The PCDC also offersclasses on the Canton Campussuch as QuickBooks II, IntegratingMS Word and Excel, and Tax &Financial Planning for your SmallBusiness. For further informationplease contact Irene Donoghue at508.588.9100 ext 2013, or via email,[email protected].

You’re invited to The EnergyMarket 2005. Since the electricindustry’s restructuring launch in

1998, tens of thousands ofMassachusetts customers haveshopped and selected a competitive power supplier. Asyou may know, the transitionmechanism known as StandardOffer Service ended February 28,2005. To guide you through thischange, AIM and your local electric company are sponsoringthese meetings to help you understand more about the end ofStandard Offer Service and educate you about your options.Attend this seminar to learn moreabout: Changes in the electricitymarkets and how they affect you,

Services offered by your local electric company and how toshop for competitive power sup-ply. Additionally, you’ll meetactive power suppliers and bro-kers as well as hear from cus-tomers who have selected a com-petitive power supplier and whatthey’ve learned from their experi-ences. You’ll meet energy suppli-ers in a tradeshow format andhave an opportunity to meet withAIM representatives, your peers,and your local electric company staff- all in one place and in lessthan one day! These seminars arebrought to you by the associatedindustries of Massachusetts(AIM), Massachusetts Electric,NSTAR Electric and WesternMassachusetts Electric Company.For online registration and a complete agenda go to www.aimnet.org or contact JanetAheam at 508.357.4426.

The US Small BusinessAdministration will be conducting a seminar on IdentityTheft. This informative seminarwill allow you to learn how toprotect yourself and yourbusiness from the theft of any personal information such asnames, addresses, and credit card numbers. The information canrange from your personal or business matters to your clients.The Small BusinessAdministration will present and“SBA Overview” after the “identity Theft” portion of theprogram.

The seminar will be held onMay 17th, 2005 at the MetroSouth Chamber of Commercefrom 9:00 -11:30 am. For reservations, please email AnnaOuterbridge at [email protected] call her at 617.565.8510.


MAY Calendar

4 Ambassadors Meeting 8:00 a.m.

11 Legislative Breakfast 7:30 a.m. Massasoit Conference Center, Crescent Street, Brockton

26 14th Annual Small Business Awards Breakfast 7:30 a.m.Shaw’s Conference Center, 1 Lexington Drive, Brockton

26 Business 1st Expo 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Shaw’s Conference Center, 1 Lexington Drive, Brockton

26 Business Solutions Workshops Shaw’s Conference Center, 1 Lexington Drive, Brockton

• The New Independent Contractor Law 9:10 am • Accessing State Workshop Training Funds 10:10 am• New OSHA Regulations for 2005 11:10 am• Doing Business with the Government 1:30 pm

26 Business Solutions Luncheon 12:00 / NoonShaw’s Conference Center, 1 Lexington Drive, Brockton

30 Memorial Day - Chamber Closed

Note: All meetings are held at the Metro South Chamber Office or Metro South Business Assistance Center (BAC) unless otherwise indicated.

Coming up

June1 Ambassadors Meeting 8:00 a.m.

10 Government Affairs 7:45 a.m.

14 Executive Committee 4:00 p.m.

15 ATHENA Award Breakfast 7:30 a.m.Radisson Hotel and Conference Center, 195 Westgate Drive, Brockton

22 Board Meeting 12:00/Noon

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

OFFICERS

Chair of the BoardStephen HallMassachusetts Electric Company

President and CEOChristopher CooneyMetro South Chamber of Commerce

Chair-ElectReinald G. Ledoux, Jr.Brockton Area Transit Authority

TreasurerGary OmanGary R. Oman, P.C.

Vice Chair Community AffairsChristine KaravitesProteas Customized Consulting

Vice Chair Economic DevelopmentRobert KenworthyBank of America

Vice Chair Government AffairsH. Scott SanbornSovereign Bank

Vice Chair Membership DevelopmentDaniel TroutThe Community Bank

Immediate Past ChairJames BlakeHarborOne Credit Union

CHAMBER STAFF

508-586-0500 Front Desk x 221

Kerrie BlakeProgram Director x 231

Christopher CooneyPresident and CEO x 223

Sarah DeBettencourtCommunications Coordinator x 222

Frank GilloolyMembership Sales x 229

Ann MarreseController x 230

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The Metro South Chamber of Commerce is solely responsiblefor the editorial content of this publication.

The Chamber wishes to assure our members of our intentionto provide physically challenged participants equal access toall programs. If you or your employees have special needsin this area, please let us know by calling the Chamber at508-586-0500 at least 48 hours in advance.

Metro South Chamber of Commerce Sixty School Street, Brockton, MA 02301-4087 tel: 508 586-0500/fax: 508 587-1340 [email protected] www.metrosouthchamber.com

CHAMBER MISSION: To serve the interestsof member businesses while providing communityleadership to ensure the economic advancementof the Metro South region.

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DIRECTORS

James Burns - Shaw’s Supermarkets

Pasquale Ciaramella - Old Colony Planning Council

Rick Colon - Verizon

Jack Conway -Jack Conway & Company, Inc.

John Costa - B C Tent & Awning Company

Jeffrey Dukess - Frenette & Dukess, PC

Linda Faria Braun - Adult Learning Center

Beth Gleim -

Radisson Hotel & Conference Center

John Hopkins - Brockton Plastics, Inc.

Susan Joss -

Brockton Neighborhood Health Center

Kelly Carney Kelly - Raynham Taunton Greyhound Park

Stephen McDuffy - Holmes-McDuffy Florists

Dana Mohler-Faria - Bridgewater State College

Gerard Nadeau - Rockland Trust Company

David Orloff - Sharkansky & Co., LLP, CPA’s

Andrea Papadopoulos - Arista Associates, Inc.

Carmel Shields - Shields Health Care Group, Inc.

Larry Siskind -

Siskind and Siskind Attorneys at Law

John Vlaco - Brophy & Phillips Co., Inc.

Charles Wall - Massasoit Community College

Photo and print production by Mark Mahoney, The Enterprise



household products on televisionand coined the phrase, “But waitthere is more!®” Do you need tosharpen your competitive edge?In an age of advanced technology,Ed’s back to basic nuggets of personal and business wisdom,dubbed Ginsuisms® are lessons inthe lost art of dealing with people.

Valenti will discuss the impor-tance of not losing touch with thebasic interpersonal relationshipsand business practices that havebeen, and continue to be the cor-nerstone of Ed’s successful career.The wisdom that Ed Valenti sharesis sure to inspire and resonatewith today’s entrepreneurs, mar-keting and sales executives, oranyone striving for professional orpersonal success. Take away fromthe breakfast event proven strate-

gies on how to hire the best peo-ple, set and achieve goals, negoti-ate better deals, achieve greatersuccess with people, deal withproblems, and much, much more.

As always the Good MorningMetro South breakfast is a greatnetworking opportunity. Guest areencouraged to stay for informalnetworking immediately followingthe program and to stick aroundfor the Business SolutionsWorkshops, the Business 1st EXPOand the Business EXPO luncheon.

Pre-registration is requiredand easy. To register or for furtherinformation call the Chamber at508.586.0500 ext 231 or simply visitthe Chamber website at www.metrosouthchamber.com.

Business Solution Workshops

Attend one or all of thesepower packed forums that featureleading experts to advise you andyour company on staying

competitive.Topics include:OSHARegulations-EnsuringCompliance,with guestspeaker PatrickGriffin. Griffinwill discusstypes of OSHAinspections,conduct of the

inspector, types of violations andpenalties and abatement requirements. The program willalso address components of a safetyand health program and guidanceon compliance issues as well asworkplace fatalities in New

England. TheOSHA websiteand use of thewebsite willalso beaddressed.

The secondworkshop willbe AccessingState TrainingDollars presented byMaria Carey

Lallemand. She will inform partici-pants about 18 million dollars avail-able for Massachusetts businessesto train their employees each year.

The third workshop is on The

New Independent ContractorsLaw, with guest speaker MichaelBertoncini from Murphy, Hesse,Toomey & Lehan. Mr. Bertonciniconcentrates inlabor and employmentrelated litigation, labornegotiations,labor arbitrationsand developmentof employeehandbooksand personnel policies. Mr. Bertoncinihas appeared before theMassachusetts CommissionAgainst Discrimination, theNational Labor Relations Board,and the Massachusetts SuperiorCourt. Mr. Bertoncini also advisesemployers on various employ-ment related issues, includingfamily and medical leave, sexualharassment, and reasonableaccommodations for disabledemployees.

The Fourth Workshop isProcurement - Do Business withthe Government with guestspeaker Dan Lilly of theMassachusetts ProcurementTechnical Assistance Center.

To register for the workshopssimply call the Chamber at508.586.0500 ext. 221. The workshops are free for those who pre-register or $20 at the door.

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Patrick Griffin,OSHA Compliance

Biz EXPO Luncheon Features Leone

Michael Bertonici,Murphy, Hesse, Toomey & Lehan

Maria Carey Lallemand,BAWIB

Gerry Leone of the U.S. Department of Justice

The Business SolutionsLuncheon is scheduled for May26, 2005 at the Shaw’sCenter from 12:00 / Noon - 1:30 pm.

Gerard Leone of theUnited States Departmentof Justice is the guestspeaker and will discussthe latest information onsecurity for you businesswhile reflecting on the famous“Shoebomber” and “Woodward”cases.

Mr. Leone oversees litigationsupport and case matters for

Vance clients within New Englandlegal community. He is an attor-ney and distinguished formerprosecutor, who served at thehighest level in local, state andFederal offices handling some ofthe most noteworthy cases overthe past 16 years.

Most recently, Mr. Leone wasthe First Assistant U.S. Attorneyfor the District of Massachusetts.Immediately after September 11,2001, pursuant to the executiveorder of the U.S, AttorneyGeneral, he was appointed by theU.S. Attorney as the first Anti-Terrorism Coordinator for theCommonwealth of Massachusetts.

As a result of all of hisprosecutorial efforts whilein the U.S. Attorney’s

office, Mr. Leone receivedthe FBI Director’s Awardfor the successful prosecution of Al Qaedaterrorist “shoe bomber”Richard Reid, and the

Executive Office of the U.S.Attorney’s Director’s Award forSuperior performance.

For nearly three years, Mr.

Topic: Shoebomber, Security and Safety

Business 1st EXPO • Shaw’s Center • May 26th

Sponsored By:

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Phone: 508.587.3629

Address:674 Old West Center Street(Junction 106 & 24)West Bridgewater

Year Established: 1991

Website:www.homessouthshore.com

Products or Services: Real Estate Sales

What markets do your companyserve?We service the residential & commercial sales market.

Number of Employees? 35

What is your market area? Remax Advanced Realtors market

Wayne Oliver

MEMBERProfileRemax Advanced Realtors

Nominations for ATHENAAward Now Being Accepted

The Metro South Chamber ofCommerce and Sovereign Bankare pleased to announce the 2005ATHENA Award program. Theprogram was created in 1982 andhas expanded to over 350 cities inthe United States, Russia, andCanada. It is presented in the formof a hand-cast bronze sculpture,symbolizing the strength, courageand wisdom of the recipient.

On Wednesday, June 15, 2005,the Metro South Chamber ofCommerce will present theATHENA Award to an

exceptional individual who hasachieved excellence in his/herbusiness or profession, has servedthe community in a meaningfulway, and has assisted women inreaching their full leadershippotential.

To nominate an individual,please contact Kerrie at508.586.0500 ext 231. An ATHENAAward nomination form will bemailed upon request.Nominations are due by Friday,May 20, 2005.

area is the towns & neighboringtowns included in the Metro Southarea.

What is special or unique aboutyour firm and the products andservices you offer?What is unique about RemaxAdvanced Realtors is that we offerour clients the services of full-time,experienced and knowledgeablereal estate agents, our office hasextensive listings in the surround-ing area towns.

What is your main business objective concerning your customersand the business community?Remax Advanced Realtors mainbusiness objective concerning ourclients and the business community is to provide a highlevel of professionalism and personal service in the real estatemarket.

Please list any awards, honors orspecial recognition your firm hasreceived.Top Achiever Award from Remaxof New England, Wayne Oliver;Owner/Broker of remax AdvancedRealtors with 18 years of experi-ence in the field is the President ofthe Tri County Board of Realtors,he is the past VP and Director ofthe Greater Brockton Board ofRealtors.

Nomination Deadline is Friday, May 20, 2005

Webster Bank Makes Introduction

Robert M. Annon Jr., Senior Vice President and Manager ofWebster Bank and Jeffrey G. Millman, Senior Vice

President of Commercial Banking, Webster Bank recentlyspent some time visiting clients and businesses in theMetro South region. The purpose of these visits was to

inform people about the extensive services and convenience Webster Bank offers at its branches through

the Metro South region.

Senator Baddour and Creedon Tour City

Top: BAT Administrator Ray Ledeoux,Senator Robert Creedon and Senator Stephen Baddour

tour the new SoCo Lofts in Brockton.Below: Mayor Jack Yunits, Senator Creedon and SenatorBaddour discuss parking needs in Downtown Brockton.

New residents of the SoCo Lofts on Commercial Street,over look the commuter rail station and the

police department in Brockton.Below: SoCo owner, Jim Goldenberg, Steve Cruz

and Senator Creedon discuss the recent investmentJim has made in the Brockton area.


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A Premier Venue Showcasing Local Businesses , Products & ServicesA D a y Pa c k e d w i t h P r o g r a m s , E v e n t s , S p e a k e r s a n d A w a r d s !

Thursday, May 26, 20059:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Shaw’s Conference Center(One Lexington Ave., Brockton)

Program...

7:30 am14th Annual Small Business AwardsSpeaker: Author, Ed Valenti, The Ginsu Knife GuyTopic: Entrepreneurial Success, “The Wisdom of Ginsu”

9:00am - 3:00 pmBusiness 1st EXPOOver 50 businesses

Business EXPO Workshops9:10 am - The New Independent Contractor Law10:10 am - Accessing State Training Dollars11:10 am - New OSHA Regulations for 20051:30 pm - Procurement: Doing Business with the Government

12:00/Noon - 1:15 pmBusiness Solutions LuncheonSpeaker: Gerard T. Leone, U.S. Dept. of JusticeTopic: Security and Anti-Terrorism - Training, Education and Protocol

3:00 pmBusiness EXPO Concludes

Business EXPO Workshops

Sponsored By: Sponsored By:

Presented by the Metro South Chamber of Commerce

For details on how to participate, please contact Kerrie at 508.586.0500 ext. 231

Shaw's Center Main Phone: 508-559-7090The Shaw's Center is next to Brockton High School and the behind the Registry of Motor Vehicles

FROM THE NORTH: Take 1-93 South. Take Rt. 24 South exit. Take exit 17A - 123 East to Brockton. Proceed .7 mile going past Brockton High School and bear right at 7-Eleven. Take first right after fire station onto Lexington Avenue. The Shaw's Center is on your right.FROM THE EAST-PLYMOUTH/HINGHAM: Take Rt. 3 North. Take I-93 / 128 South to Dedham. Bear left taking Rt. 24 South to Brockton. Take exit 17A - 123 East to Brockton. Proceed .7 mile going past Brockton High School and bear right at 7-Eleven. Take first right after fire station onto

Lexington Avenue. The Shaw's Center is on your right. FROM RHODE ISLAND/SOUTH: Route 95 North to Massachusetts. Take Exit 6A - Route 495 South. Take Exit 7A to Route 24 North. Take exit 17A - 123 East to Brockton. Proceed .7 mile going past Brockton High School and bear right at 7-Eleven.Take first right after fire station onto Lexington Avenue. The Shaw's Center is on your right. FROM THE WEST I-90 / MASS PIKE: I-90 East to Exit 14 - I-95/128. Take I-95 / 128 South - turns into I-93 at Exit 12. Follow I-93 bear right onto Rt. 24 South. Take exit 17A - 123 East to Brockton. Proceed .7 mile

going past Brockton High School and bear right at 7-Eleven. Take first right after fire station onto Lexington Avenue. The Shaw's Center is on your right.

Presented By:

Breakfast & Lunch Program

Booth spaceis still available!

EXPO Exhibitors:The Enterprise, Bay State Gas, The Shaw’s Center, Duplitron, Storage USA,

Rob Peters Entertainment, Massachusetts Electric, Crimson Security Group,

Mr. Appliance of Brockton, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Hub Technical Services, SEED Corporation,

Signature Apparel, United Parcel Service, Jack Conway & Company,

American Express Financial Advisors, Inc., Blue Cross Blue Shield, WBET Radio 1460 AM,

Bank of America, Meserve Travel, The Community Bank, CareerWorks,

and many, many more of the regions best businesses all in one location!

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Legislative Breakfast - May 11, 2005On Wednesday, May 11, 2005, business leaders and regional legislators will meet at the Massasoit Conference Center in Brockton to hear

Massachusetts Speaker of the House Savlatore F. DiMasi discuss the state’s overall financial situation and his plan for balancing the 2005 budget. In addi-tion, participants will have the opportunity to interact with their local legislators and hear first hand about what is in store for the business community onBeacon Hill. The event is open to the public. To register, call the Metro South Chamber of Commerce at 508.586.0500 ext 221, or register online atwww.metrosouthchamber.com. The cost is $16 for members and $23 for non-members.

RepresentativeThomas P. Kennedy

RepresentativeBruce Ayers

RepresentativeChristine Canavan

RepresentativeKathleen Teahan

RepresentativeJoseph Driscoll

RepresentativeDaniel Webster

RepresentativeGeri Creedon

RepresentativeDavid Flynn

SenatorRobert Creedon

Leone served as Chief of theCriminal Bureau for theMassachusetts Attorney Generalprior to his Federal Service. In thatcapacity, Mr. Leone supervised allcriminal investigations and prosecutions for the state attorneygeneral office with a professionalstaff of over 85 people. Mr. Leonebegan his prosecutorial duties inthe Middlesex County DistrictAttorney’s Office where he rose tobecome the DeputyFirst AssistantDistrict Attorney. Twice he was therecipient of annual awards by theDistrict Attorney for exceptionalservice to the office and the com-munity.

Mr. Leone has been a frequentcommentator and speaker on legalmatters before such organizationsas the American Bar Association,the Boston Bar Association, theMassachusetts Bar Association, andthe National College of DistrictAttorneys. In addition, Mr. Leoneserved as business advisory committee member to a city-wide

youth employment initiative, whiledirecting a county wide community and school basedcrime prevention and priorityprosecution program at the DistrictAttorney’s office.

Mr. Leone is a graduate ofHarvard University where hereceived a Bachelor of Arts degreein American History and where heplayed football for four years, participated in the Big Brother program, and served as Presidentof the boxing club. He holds a JurisDoctor degree from SuffolkUniversity Law School.

This will be a great networkingevent. Guest are encouraged tostay for informal networkingimmediately following the pro-gram. To register or for further information call the Chamber at508.586.0500 ext. 221 or to register online go towww.metrosouthchamber.com.The cost is $35 for members and$45 for non-members.

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GOODNewsGreat things going on in area businesses

Special Olympics ofMassachusetts is encouragingcompanies, small businesses, andcivic organizations to enter teamsto participate in the pledge drivenCorporate Olympiad SaturdayMay 22, 2005! Events include volleyball, wiffle ball home runderby, hotshots basketball contest,

the Great SoccerShootout, and awacky obstaclecourse.Participatingteams compete

for points based upon the amountof money raised by each team andpoints earned in each event. This“field day” is pledge driven, asteams earn additional points formonies raised.Teams can be comprised of employees, theirfamilies, members of civic organizations, and school programs. Teams who have competed in the past have ravedabout the outstanding relations,goodwill and employee morale,which has been generated by theCorporate Olympiad. To enter ateam please call Jeanne Thayer, ofSpecial Olympics Massachusetts at508.821.3635.

Mary Meserve of MeserveTravel has been recognized as a“STAR Performer” for 2004 by luxury travel provider, ClassicCustom Vacations®. This accomplishment places MaryMeserve among a select group oftop-selling travel agents fromacross the country, who will joinClassic® representatives at an all-expense paid trip to Paraiso dela Bonita & Thalasso in Cancunthis June. The reward trip will beheld at the elegant, all-suiteParaiso de la Bonita Resort &Thalasso in cancun, recipient ofthe AAA Five Diamond Award in2005- the first property in RivieraMaya and the first independentproperty to receive this honor.

STAR Performers will also receivetransfers to and from the airport;activities for two; and discountedpre- and post-event opportunities.Roundtrip airfare is included forthe STAR Performer; air for guestswill be available for purchase.Meserve Travel is a full servicetravel agency located at 387 WestCenter Street Rt. 106 in WestBridgewater. Open Monday,Tuesday, Friday 10-6, Wednesdayand Thursday 10-7 and onSaturday from 10-2.

St. Joseph Manor is sponsoringits 14th Annual Golf Classic onMonday, June 12, 2005 at theAtlantic Country Club GolfCourse in Plymouth, MA. St.

Joseph Manor is a nonprofit nursinghome and adultday health program. Forover 40 years, we

have provided high quality carewith respect and dignity to peopleof all faiths and traditions. Formore information, please call508.583.5834 between 9am and7pm and ask for the tournamentbrochure.

New England Sinai Hospitaland Rehabilitation Center willonce again open its doors this summer to area teens with aninterest in health care and a desireto help. The Summer TeenVolunteer program gives 13-18year olds the opportunity to findout more about the hospital while providing much needed supportfor patient social and recreationalprograms as well as ancillary andadministrative departments. “Overthe years, teens have been placedin almost every area and depart-ment of the hospital,” explainedDirector of Volunteer ServicesMargi Sandman. “If they haveexpressed an interest in finding outmore about a particular

department or career, we try ourbest to place them in that area.”Theeight week program is scheduled tobeing on Tuesday, July 5. Each participant will volunteer no morethan 8 hours per week and mustattend a half-day orientation. Formore information, contact Volunteer& Auxiliary Services at 781.297.1333 ext. 1333.

The Brockton HousingAuthority held its annual meetingon March 23 and elected officers tothe Board of Commissioners, andpresented the authority’s 2004

annual report andservice awards.Timothy J. Cruisepresented theCommunityService Award toGerard Nadeau,Senior VicePresident for

Community Lending at theRockland Trust Company, for hisprofessional guidance and involvement in neighborhood housing projects.

Independent Bank Corp.announced that Donna AbelliLopolito and Eileen C. Miskellhave been appointed to its Board ofDirectors of Rockland TrustCompany. Ms. Lopolito is the interim Chief Financial Officer ofPhylogix, Inc., a biotechnology

company basedin Waltham, MA.and Ms. Miskellis the treasurer ofWood LumberCompany inFalmouth, MA.“The

appointment of Ms. Lopolito andMs. Miskell is theresult of a recruitmentprocess that ourNominatingCommittee beganalmost a year ago.We are extremelypleased to add two individualswith such superb qualifications tothe Board.” stated Thomas Teuten,Chairman of the Board ofIndependent Bank Corp. and ofRockland Trust Company.

SBA (Small BusinessAdministration) and CareerWorkswill be holding a workshop to helpyou gain a better understanding ofthe various SBA programs andservices that are available toprospective or current entrepreneurs who need help instarting or expanding their business. The workshop will beheld at CareerWorks, 34 SchoolStreet, Brockton, May 25, 2005from 2:00 - 3:30 pm. For furtherinformation please contactCareerWorks at 508.513.3400.

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Do You Have an HR Question?Try the Human Resource Hotline

Does your business have Human Resource questions? Do you know where to turn for the answers?

The Metro South Chamber of Commerce has developed a hotline for your business to receive professional

advice from experts in the Human Resources field.

Simply e-mail your questions to the HR hotline at

[email protected] or log onto www.metrosouthchamber.com.

For more information contact Kerrie Blake at 508.586.0500 ext. 231.

Sponsored by:

Gerard Nadeau

Donna Lopolito

Eileen Miskell



Taste Remembered...

Stephen Brennan, Leah Andrade and Angela Raymondof Brennan’s Blackthorne Tavern Christian Linoie of Chili’s Grill and Bar, Brockton

Twenty-eight participating restaurants at the2005 “A Taste of Metro South” made the selectionof food amazing. The night was a success withover 750 people tasting treats from restaurantsthroughout the South Shore.

Ambassador Team/MembershipThe Ambassador Team meets on a monthly basis to

serve fellow members by providing information,resources, and member-to-member support, increasingawareness and promoting active participation in Chamber programs and services. Presently, there are over twenty business professionals on the Ambassador Team.

Government Affairs CommitteeGovernment affects your life every day.

Legislative actions at municipal offices, on Beacon Hill,and in Washington D.C. affect your organization’scontinued ability to prosper. With widespread concernover the status of the national economy, now morethan ever is the time to speak out and be heard ontaxes, regulations, and other issues that affect your bottom line. The Government Affairs Committeemeets every month to discuss issues of concern toMetro South businesses.

Human Resource Management CouncilThe Human Resource Management Council

(HRMC) supports and provides continuing educationand consulting to professionals in the ever-changingworld of human resources. Regardless of the size ofyour business, human resource issues directly affectyou, and the resources of the Council can be your linkto vital information.

The Chamber provides manyopportunities

to expand your business contacts.

For a complete list of all Chamber

committees, please visit

www.metrosouthchamber.com

or call 508-586-0500

x221.

Opportunities for Customers & Contacts

Brockton Receives Smart Growth Award

Council President James Harrington, City Planner NancyStack Savoie, Senator Robert Creedon, and Metro SouthChamber Chair Stephen Hall break ground for the newly

expanded Salisbury Park in Brockton.

The Office of the City Plannerhas received a Smart GrowthInnovation Award for theGreening of the Salisbury . CityCouncil President JamesHarrington and City PlannerNancy Stack Savoie accepted theaward from Governor MittRomney in a ceremony on Boston’sEsplanade on April 19.

“Ten years ago, no one wouldhave believed that the SalisburyRiver would become an importantcomponent in Brockton’s UrbanRenaissance’ said City PlannerNancy Stack Savoie. On April 7,city officials broke ground for thenewest park in the greenway at

the corner of Crescent andMontello streets. The planningfor the Greening of the Salisburybegan approximately eight yearsago in recognition of the need forincreased green space in downtown.

The new park was an aban-doned gas station for 10 years. “Itwas an eyesore said Savoie butsoon it will be a beautiful placewith flowering shrubs and trees,benches and some picnic tableswhere people who live and workin the city will be able to sit andenjoy lunch.” The SalisburyGreenway Park will also feature abrick walkway and a stone wallthat will screen out traffic noisefrom Crescent Street. The parkwill also feature a water fountainin the midst of 16 granitecolumns.

Council president JamesHarrington, Senator RobertCreedon, and Steve Hall ofMassachusetts Electric andChairman of the Metro SouthChamber of Commerce all spokeat the groundbreaking ceremony.Work on the park will be completed by the end of June.

is a great networking opportunity.Guests are encouraged to stay forinformal networking immediatelyfollowing the program. Begin yourday by joining other Chambermembers for breakfast and networking at 7:30 a.m. Pre-registration is required and easy.

To register or for further information call the Chamber at508.586.0500 ext. 221 or by registering online at metrosouthchamber.com. Thecost is $16 for members and $23for non-members.

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Amarilys: Open for Business

Amarilys Skin Care located at 91 Bedford Street, EastBridgewater (Route 18) has recently joined the

Chamber. Contact Irene Poirier at 508.350.0223 or viaemail at www.amarilysskincare.com

to arrange for an appointment

Join the Chamber of Commerce

NOW!Call 508-586-0500 x229



business professionals on theAmbassador Team.

To become an Ambassador,please contact the Chamber at508.586.0500 ext. 221

The next Ambassador meeting will be held at theChamber office on May 4, 2005from 8:00 - 9:00 am.

Ambassador Team Produces Results...The Ambassador Team meets

on a monthly basis to serve fellowmembers by providing information, resources, member-to-member support,increasing awareness and promoting active participation inChamber programs and services.Presently, there are over twenty

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AMBASSADOR of the Quarter

Rhonda Bennett of Mr. Appliance

The Metro South Chamber ofCommerce has named RhondaBennett as its Ambassador of theQuarter.

Rhonda has been involved withthe Chamber since 2003. Upon joining, she became active on theAmbassador Team.

The Ambassador of the Quarterprogram highlights and rewardsAmbassadors who go above andbeyond in their duties as a memberof the Ambassador Team. Eachquarter, an outstanding Ambassadoris featured in the Action Reportnewsletter.

Here are 10...1. Networking2. Qualified Leads3. Referrals4. Business Resources5. Professional Development

A business only needs 1 reason to join the

Metro South Chamber of Commerce.

6. Legislative Action7. Economic Growth8. Community Betterment9. Cost Effective Advertising10. Savings


BUSINESS EVENTS Planner

IT’S EASY TO REGISTER!508-586-0500 x 221

508-587-1340

E-mail:[email protected]

Send reservation and payment to:

MSCCSixty School Street Brockton, MA 02301-4087

Names of Persons Attending Event

Company

Phone

REMINDER: We accept VISA, MasterCard and AMEX for dues and special events!

PREREGISTRATION IS NECESSARY. Individuals registering at the event will be charged a $5.00 late fee. For companies wishing to be billed there is a $3.00 billing charge.Cancellations for all events must be received 24 hours in advance of the event, otherwise the company will be charged regardless of attendance.

May 11Legislative Breakfast

5:30 - 7:30 pmMassasoit Conference CenterRoute 27, Crescent Street, Brockton

This is an excellent opportunity to meet potential

clients, customers, other local business people, and

interact with local legislators.

Please RSVP by May 10, 2005 at 508.586.0500 ext. 221$16 for members / $23 for non-members


May 26Business 1st EXPO

9:00 am - 3:00 pmThe Shaw’s CenterOne Lexington Ave, Campenelli Stadium, Brockton

Be a part of this premier venue showcasing products

and services from local businesses. The day is packed

with programs, events, speakers and awards.Contact the Chamber for more information at

508.586.0500 ext. 231

May 4Ambassador Meeting

8:00 amMetro South Chamber of Commerce60 School Street, Brockton

Be part of a team that serves fellow members and

increases awareness and promotion of Chamber

programs and services.

Please RSVP by May 3, 2005 at 508.586.0500 ext. 221

RENEWINGMembersThank You !

A B General Contractors, Inc.Allegra Printing & ImagingAnderson InsulationThe Appraisers CollaborativeBack Bay BagelBayside Financial Insurance AgencyBridgewater Savings BankBristol Investment ManagementBrockton Housing AuthorityBrockton Redevelopment AuthorityCarousel Fun CenterCASSIJudith A. & Richard ClarkColonial Maintenance ContractorsCommonwealth Financial NetworkFlorio ConstructionEdgar D. Fulton RealtorsLaw Offices of S. David GoldbergGouthro Plumbing & HeatingH.W. Temps, Inc.Hackwell-Boone Insurance Agency, Higher SiteIrving's Home CenterLa Parisienne Salon & Spa

Lambert Auto RepairR.E. Lyons & Son Fire Equipment CorpMarquis ConsultingW.B. Mason Company, Inc.Metro South Athletic ClubMihos RealtyMontello Heel Manufacturing, Inc.Next Level, Inc.Niccoli Brothers OilThe Ockers Company, Inc.Old Town Real Estate LLCPilling Engineering GroupPine Hill Cemetery AssociationPlaza Pharmacy & Home Health CareRamco Foods, Inc.Raynham Taunton Greyhound ParkRogers & Grey InsuranceSouth Shore Oil Heat Supply, Inc.Southeastern Regional School DistrictTake-Five Vending, Ltd.Trojan Recycling & Transfer StationWebster Bank, N.A.West Bridgewater Public Library

Call Frank Gillooly at

508-586-0500 ext. 229

to learn how the Chamber can help your business.

WELCOMENewMembersMaking an Investment in our Community!

AflacMr. Craig Pina67 Debbie Road, Brockton, MA Phone: 781.696.9511Website: www.aflac.com

Best Drain ServiceMr. John ReardonStoughton, MAPhone: 781.341.8886Contractors Specialty

Diamond Insurance Agency, Inc.Mr. Salman Abdalla1619 Main Street, Brockton, MAPhone: 508.580.4848Fax: 508.580.8688Insurance

Food Service ConsultantsMr. Joseph McGrathPO Box 537, North Easton, MAPhone: 508.272.9533

Law Office of Samuel P. ReefMs. Elaine Reef144 Main Street, Brockton, MAPhone: 508.559.0300Fax: 508.587.7305Attorneys


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