Councils & Committees

The Health Care & Life Sciences Council acts as a resource for individuals and companies in the industry, or adjacent to the industry, to identify issues, trends, and innovation that influence the health care legislative agenda. As the New Haven region has become the hub for young, growing BioScience companies, the council will integrate this trend into all its programming initiatives. The Council meets on the first Tuesday of every month at various locations. Signature programs include the Health Care & Life Sciences Awards Breakfast and the Chamber Wellness Challenge, a 90 day series to encourage a healthier and happier life.

• Chair: Eric Thompson, Principal, Blueback Health
• Meeting Time: First Tuesday @ 9:00 AM via Zoom

For details, contact Glenn Archer at 203-782-4327 or garcher@gnhcc.com. Visit charteroak.edu.

The HR Council is committed to the interchange of ideas, the education of its members, and serving as a vehicle for the distribution of information. The HR Council is composed of representatives of companies who are responsible for the Human Resource tasks in their company. The Council meets on the first Friday of every month.

• Chair: Jennifer Falzone, PHR, Senior VP of Human Resources, Marrakech Inc.
• Meeting Time: First Friday @ 8:30 AM via Zoom

For details, contact Glenn Archer at 203-782-4327 or garcher@gnhcc.com. Visit carmodylaw.com.

The Nonprofit Resource Council, (NPRC) is comprised of senior-level executives and board members of nonprofit organizations, and business professionals who have experience working with these organizations. The Council provides a forum where not-for-profits can share information, best business practices, explore possible collaborations, and partnerships with for-profit members of the Chamber. The council meets on the fourth Wednesday every other month.

• Chair: Jennifer Fournier, Owner and Principal, Racebrook Consulting 
• Meeting Time: Third Wednesday of the Month 

For details, contact Stephen Bizzotto at 203-782-4372 or sbizzotto@gnhcc.com. Visit wadvising.com.

This council is comprised of small businesses and sole proprietors who meet regularly to share ideas, challenges, opportunities and best business practices. Its programs include networking and targeted seminars aimed specifically to assist small business members of the Chamber.

• Meeting Time: Third Wednesday of the month at @ 12:00pm

The Council Steering Committee meets on the second Wednesday of every month at 8 a.m. For details, contact Kobéy Smith at 203-782-4342 or ksmith@gnhcc.com. Visit mygsb.bank.

The Technology Council seeks to educate and promote awareness of how technology can affect or impact a company's planning, security, productivity, its people, and even its bottom line. The Technology Council presents seminars, workshops, and other events related to its mission on a regular basis that features experts in a variety of fields that may include, but may not be limited to, computer hardware, software, networks, social media, cloud technology, mobile devices, the internet, and security. The Council Steering Committee meets on the first Monday of the month at 12 p.m. via ZOOM.

• Chair: Rock W. Vitale, Founder & CEO, SoEasie
• Meeting Time: Second Monday @ 12:00 PM via Zoom

For details, contact Glenn Archer at 203-782-4327 or garcher@gnhcc.com.

Women in Networking is an inclusive community committed to building professional and personal connections to empower and develop women through mentorship, peer support, networking, and educational opportunities customized to each individual’s unique personality--promoting a collaborative, innovative, and diverse group of female professionals. Meeting on a Monthly Basis.

For details contact Maribel Carrion at maribel@quinncham.com. Visit beirnewealth.com.