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Chamber, SBA Fêtes Small Businesses at Haverhill Breakfast

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More than three dozen businesses and organizations from across the region were honored Thursday during the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Small Business Awards Breakfast. Keegan Shepardson, district director of the Massachusetts District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration, not only thanked honorees, but delivered a moving tribute. “Look around the room—lenders, mentors, Chamber leaders, elected officials and the people who built something from nothing. That is the Merrimack Valley at its very best. To ever honoree here today, what you built matters.

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Haverhill AI Summit to Offer Artificial Intelligence Overview, Practical Tips

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A crash course in artificial intelligence, how it can be integrated in workflows and building partnerships are among the facets of the Haverhill AI Summit in two weeks. Featured speakers include Scott Latham, UMass Lowell; Dan Sarofian-Butin, Merrimack College; Perry Bailes, AI consultant and founder of Support Forge; and Seth Cordes, of Haverhill’s Uncommon Catalyst. Latham discusses technology, workforce and community readiness, while Sarofian-Butin talks about education, workforce and business integration. In featured sessions, Bailes leads a discussion of AI integration for small- and medium-sized businesses and advanced manufacturers and Cordes focuses on ethics, trust and responsible AI. The free, afternoon-long conference is geared to manufacturers, small businesses, educators and students, economic development advocates and others.

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Barrett to Speak at Greater Haverhill Chamber’s ‘Eggs & Issues’ Forum

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Haverhill Mayor Melinda E. Barrett is set to speak at the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce’s August “Eggs & Issues” breakfast where she plans to discuss issues and opportunities facing the region and answer questions. Barrett, who is the first female mayor in Haverhill history, previously served on the Haverhill City Council for 10 years, also becoming the first female City Council president in 2020. Eggs & Issues takes place Tuesday, Aug. 4, 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Hampton Inn, 106 Bank Road, Haverhill. Admission is free thanks to sponsorship from Cedar’s Mediterranean Foods and the Hampton Inn.

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Pentucket Bank Honors 10 Seniors with Scholarships at New HQ

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Pentucket Bank honored 10 high school seniors with $2,000 checks in a scholarship ceremony Tuesday which put the spotlight on the value of community colleges and workforce training. The first-time awards are the brainchild of Lloyd L. Hamm Jr., CEO of River Run, the holding company for Pentucket Bank and its sisters, Newburyport Bank and Rollstone Bank and Trust in Fitchburg. Officials said the awards were created last year to reflect the bank’s commitment to workforce development and a community college education as well as long-term investments in the community. River Run Senior Vice President, Community and Public Relations Director Leanne M. Eastman explained the bank sought to acknowledge the option of community college and training for the skilled trades because a four-year college experience has priced itself out of range for many. “We think it is just so important that students are able to take advantages of these options that give them affordable, post-graduate education and get right into the workforce and become part and economic drivers,” she said.

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Merrimack Valley Chamber Plans July ‘Golf Spectacular’

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The Merrimack Valley Chamber is planning its annual “Golf Spectacular” tournament at Indian Ridge Country Club. The Chamber said the tournament takes place on a private golf course and includes shotgun start, driving range, putting green, continental breakfast and buffet dinner with prime rib, chicken, fish and more. The Chamber also says there will be a raffle and a free gift to all golfers. It takes place Monday, July 13, 11 a.m., at Indian Ridge Country Club, 73 Lovejoy Road, Andover. Admission is $255 per golfer and $955 per foursome.

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Beatrice to Speak at Winning Opportunities for Women Series AM Mixer

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Northern Essex Community College Professor Brianne Beatrice speaks at the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce’s upcoming Winning Opportunities for Women’ series AM Mixer. Beatrice addresses the topic of public speaking. Organizers describe the mixer as a safe space for women to connect, network and grow personally. It takes place Wednesday, June 17, from 8:30-9:30 a.m., at Renaissance Golf Club, 377 Kenoza St., Haverhill. Admission is free for all women in the community thanks to sponsorship from the Pentucket Bank.

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Merrimack Valley Chamber Joins Networking at Misselwood Events

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The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce plans a free networking night with other business groups at Misselwood Events at Endicott College in Beverly. Organizers say the free networking mixer includes appetizers and conversation with Chamber affiliates, Endicott College and Misselwood staff.  Other chambers involved are Salem Chamber of Commerce, Greater Beverly Chamber of Commerce and Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce. The mixer takes place Wednesday, June 10, from 5-7 p.m., at Misselwood Events at Endicott College, 407 Hale St., Beverly. Parking is available at the Peter Frates Hall lot across the street.

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Greater Lawrence Family Health Center Offers Career Fair June 10

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Greater Lawrence Family Health Center is looking for a variety of healthcare workers in roles ranging from registered nurses to community outreach. The nonprofit with primary care services and pharmacies in Lawrence, Haverhill and Methuen is planning a Career Fair with two sessions. Positions include registered nurses, medical assistants, clinical and administrative support, community health and outreach and patient support roles. Greater Lawrence Family Health Center details career opening from Wednesday, June 10, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at GLFHC North, 150 Park St., Lawrence, and from 2:30-4:30 p.m., at GLFHC South, 73D Winthrop Ave., Lawrence. For those looking for a sneak park, the Health Center offers a searchable Careers webpage.