S U M M E R 2013 N O RT H S H O R E I N T E R AC T I V E J O U R N A L V O L . 28 N O . 7&8 Wed., September 11, 2013 7:15am Executive Breakfast “Annual State of the Region Address by Elected Officials”
USA Innovation is Accelerating – Strong Driver for Growth
VIDEO: Dr. Stephen Immerman, president, Montserrat College leads effort to Recruit New Members
by Rob Lutts, Founder, President and Chief Investment Officer, Cabot Money Management and Chairman of the North Shore Chamber of Commerce
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Computer Tax Strikes at the Heart of Massachusetts Economy
The tax on computer and software services included in the transportation finance bill strikes at the heart of the Massachusetts economy, costing countless jobs for years to come. CLICK HERE FOR FULL STORY
Globe Editorial: We could never endorse plagiarism, especially not in our line of work. But perhaps Gov. Deval Patrick could find some simple ... inspiration in a letter sent recently by one of the state’s top business groups to the Obama administration, seeking relief from a costly provision of the Affordable Care Act.
Patrick, after all, has expressed deep fatigue at the idea of making the pitch himself. “I’m so done with that,” he famously said a few weeks ago, after lawmakers pressured him to seek a waiver from a section of the law that governs the rating factors that health insurers may use to set rates.
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How Technology Helps You Stay Relevant
Small business owners level the playing field
In our research work we are impressed with the rate of innovation development in the United States. We are growth investors and seek out new companies that are developing innovation in a wide range of industries. Over the past few years it seems the pace of innovation is accelerating. Why is innovation accelerating?
There are many reasons, however there are very real and specific elements required to foster and encourage innovative development. The United States is by far one of the most innovative, adaptable, and creative economies on the planet. There are real and specific reasons why innovation is developed more in the United States than any other place else in the world.
We believe innovation is related to a number of factors; first, a country needs to have supportive financial markets and an economic ecosystem that encourages investors to develop new technologies and innovation. The United States has a great network of venture capital, private capital, angel investors and a very healthy financial market that all provide billions of dollars annually to worthy entrepreneurs with great ideas.
A second reason for strong innovation in the United States relates to the internet and technology itself. The cost of computing has declined to the point where the mapping of our DNA is possible and computations once costing millions can now be done in a tablet or laptop for a just few hundred dollars. These reductions in cost are driving analytical power to these new markets and are allowing great innovation. o the advanced pace of innovation. Story continued Here
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Videos of Speakers and Events - Tap to Watch Shown in the Video above is Bill Tinti, Chairman, North Shore Chamber Health Care Task Force, giving an update at the July 17th Executive Breakfast on Obamacare Waivers for Massachusetts. Click Here to watch the video or tap the image. Click Here to view photos from the July 17th Breakfast.
At the June Executive Breakfast, William Guenther, Chairman, CEO & Founder, Mass Insight Education spoke on "College Success 2020 - Our Next Goal for Education" -- Examining the Ed Reform Act - 20 Years Later.
The landmark Massachusetts Education Reform Act enacted in June of 1993 put many reforms in motion for Massachusetts' 900,000 public school students in 1800 schools. Click Here to watch the video of Bill Guenther.
The July 17 Executive Breakfast Forum featured a talk by Annie Harris, Executive Director, Essex National Heritage Commission.
Annie spoke about the Heritage Commission and Trails & Sails their premier partnership activity. The free event expands cultural tourism by bringing new audiences to dozens of historic sites and open spaces, and stimulating new business in the local economy.
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Board of Director Testimonials : Why does my Firm Belong to the North Shore Chamber of Commerce? If you are a business owner, you should be a member of the North Shore Chamber of Commerce.
The Chamber is the only organization that day in and day out speaks up for business before legislative and regulatory bodies. It is the 365-day visible advocate promoting and protecting private business interests. See what our Board of Directors have to say about Why They Belong to the North Shore Chamber.
“I get more done at the North Shore Chamber Board Meetings and the Chamber's Executive Breakfasts, because everyone is there that you want to see!” - Dr. Stephen Immerman, president, Montserrat College of Art
“The North Shore Chamber of Commerce is the leading group on the North Shore to connect with the large and successful business leaders. I have gained great economic feedback and solid helpful information from members of the Chamber. I have found speakers at the Chamber are insightful regarding industry trends. This information has been very helpful in running my business.” - Rob Lutts, President and Chief Investment Officer Cabot Money Management, Inc.
“Our Chamber provides information and fights for small business on the key federal and state legislative issues that impact our companies and industries. We need this information and this advocacy for our businesses to plan and to prosper.” - Bill Tinti, Tinti Quinn Grover & Frey P.C.
“For companies like ours that are relatively new to the area, membership in the North Shore Chamber provides instant access to business leaders with long-standing presence in the area that can provide insight, feedback and support. We have called on the relationships we have formed with other North Shore Chamber members again and again as we have been building our business. - Peter Furniss, president & CEO, Footprint Power
I don't know why anyone on the North Shore, who is in business, is not a member of the North Shore Chamber of Commerce. They are the largest business group in the Region. The contacts that I have made at meetings and events have helped my business to grow and prosper exponentially. - Brian Cranney, president, Cranney Companies.
“The North Shore Chamber is an impor-
tant organization to belong to because its membership includes all of the region’s leadership – chief executives of business, college presidents, and directors of the area’s major non-profits – they all participate and work to improve the region.” - Annie Harris, executive director, Essex National Heritage Commission
The North Shore Chamber makes certain that the business point of view is heard and understood on key legislative issues affecting the economy of our region. Brad Small, First Vice President Investments at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC
“From my years on the chamber board including two as chair, the North Shore Chamber is where the action is on all matters important to businesses in the Region. Where else do the leaders of private business, public institutions and political leaders gather to learn about, to discuss, and ultimately address the most formidable challenges they face day in and day out? The Chamber." - Dr. Wayne Burton, president, North Shore Community College
“The North Shore Chamber has been a great resource and investment for our firm with the relationships we’ve developed and the knowledge both local and national that is shared amongst the professionals”. - Ed Bond, CEO BOND
“The North Shore Chamber provides excellent advertising exposure and opportunities to effectively network with other business professionals. We landed a great account from the first North Shore Chamber Expo we did a few years ago and have grossed close to $323,000 to-date. ” - John McDougall, president, McDougall Interactive
“Eastern Bank has been a proud member of the North Shore Chamber of Commerce for many years. Membership will benefit anyone's business from entrepreneurial to corporation. The networking opportunities are invaluable. I encourage everyone to join. ”- Joe Riley, executive vice president, Eastern Bank
“R&L Associates has been a proud member of the North Shore Chamber for many years. The North Shore Chamber enables business owners to not only gain visibility for their business and connect with others via all their events, but also provides businesses with current information on local governmental affairs and relevant business topics.” - Fran Dichner, president & CEO, R&L Associates
“As a business, membership in the Chamber is especially valuable because being a member allows me to create key networks that are strategically important for my business within the local community and across the state of Massachusetts - Jonathan Schwartz, Assistant General Manager, Rousselot Inc.
“Joining the North Shore Chamber is one of the best investments a business owner can make. Where else can you network with 250 business professionals each and every month?” - Karen Andreas, publisher, North of Boston Media Group
“Our Chamber works closely with area legislators to make certain they understand the business point of view on key issues.” - Brian Shea, SVP & Major Market Development Officer, Eastern Massachusetts, People’s United Bank
The North Shore Chamber has provided my staff and me with relevant information on regulations, events and business developments while providing the opportunity to listen and meet business leaders and experts. - Mike Ward, president and CEO, Insight Performance
The North Shore Chamber brings a truly regional perspective to business and government, and the round tables and breakfast meetings with the region’s elected officials offer an amazing perspective into the issues of the day. You do not get a gathering of these municipal chief executives like this anywhere else. - Attorney Joseph C. Correnti, Serafini, Darling & Correnti, LLP
As a 137 year-old educational institution, it is more critical than ever to attend to strongest strategic and environmental models. The North Shore Chamber keeps us thinking and behaving like a special needs school with a firm bottom line, focused and corporate-like results. Mark Carlson, President & Executive Director, The Children's Center for Communication and Beverly School for the Deaf.
I find the North Shore Chamber to be an invaluable tool. Not only does it offer great networking opportunities, but the Chamber has proven to be a great resource for my clients - from staffing needs to assisting with government officials. Being a member of the Chamber has been one of our best business investments. - Greg Klemmer, Senior Vice President, Colliers International
North Shore Chamber : Join Us! October 8, 9 & 10 - New Member Campaign What does Membership do for you? Advocacy • Networking • Information • Business Assistance
Clout. The Public Policy division acts on behalf of your legislative interests to help create an environment that contributes to your growth and success.
You worry about your business while we work with local, state, and federal governments to protect it.
Better Connections. Networking is the most basic of Chamber benefits. You can meet decision makers from across the region at 100 annual programs, events, and meetings.
As a member of the North Shore Chamber, your circle of influence is 1,400 businesses larger.
Credibility. Your commitment to the region is demonstrated by your membership in its largest, most influential business organization. The Chamber membership affiliation alone sends a positive, legitimate message about your business.
Extra Exposure. Chamber members have exclusive opportunities to spread the word about their business through sponsorships, advertising, and news briefs in the Chamber Business Journal and Online.
Your message reaches the premier business audience in the North Shore Region.
Information & Business Tips. Publications, e-mails, surveys, and gatherings help you gain valuable information on business, regional issues, and Chamber activities.
You’re alerted to issues that deserve your attention and you have the opportunity to be heard on decisions affecting your business.
The North Shore Chamber means business for your business.
Why Participating in the Membership Drive is important for you and the North Shore Chamber taxes, but their earnings are paid entirely by taxes. Stated simply, entrepreneurs and private employment create the most valuable jobs in our society.
While government jobs are important, as far as payback to society is concerned, and to retain a sustainable, self-sufficient community, they just don't compare to the private secIf you are a business owner, the tor. answer is simple: the chamber is the only organization that day in and day When a private sector job is created, out speaks up for business before leg- society makes money. When a public islative and regulatory bodies. It is sector job is created, it costs society the 365-day visible advocate promot- money. The Chamber is the champion ing and protecting private business of the private sector - the champion of job creation. interests.
Most Chamber members are small businesses, having only a small handful of employees. Such businesses are true entrepreneurs - they risk their money and time hoping to build a successful business using Our state is in the midst of tough their skills and hard work. economic factors - Stagnant Growth in the Job Market; Jobs relocating It takes an act of courage to take a overseas; Higher Taxes on business risk relying on only on your own skill set and work ethic. When these busiand less Government support. nesses succeed, more jobs are created This is devastating to our community and the wealth is spread around, takand is serving to expedite the down- ing an important step in reversing the ward spiral of job losses and higher downward spiral of private job loss taxes causing working families to and higher taxes. leave, leading to fewer children in school, and lower local spending, So, next time you walk into one of fewer taxpayers, less income to busi- our small businesses on the North ness, decreased tax revenue, higher Shore, please tip your hat to the inditaxes and fewer private opportuni- viduals you encounter. His or her ties, in turn leading to more people courage in running that business benefits all of us. leaving, etc. If, however, you are not an owner, the answer does not appear as straightforward but the benefits to you are just as important - jobs and taxes.
More than half of the Region's jobs correlate in the non-private sector. The Chamber is the advocate for the entrepreneur and other private business. These are the jobs that create jobs that pay excise and income taxes which, of course, support the payment of wages for public employees.
Public employees do pay income
And remember, the Chamber's goals are to assist these individuals and to make sure that good jobs are created, and preserved, on the North Shore.
Reprinted and adapted with permission by Douglas R. Wright, Tupper Lake Chamber.
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Shown above at a recent after hours at Green Meadows Farm are Joanne Patton (l), owner, Green Meadows Farm and former State Rep Tim Clark, Topsfield Fair.
Also shown at the Green Meadows after hours from l to r: Jim Zampell, Zampell Companies, Kristin Noon, The Wenham Museum and Larry Herman, Resource Management, Inc.
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Shown at the June Executive Breakfast are from l to r: Jonathan Vogt, Eastern Bank, Elaine Richardson, Mass Insight, Bill Guenther, Mass Insight and Bob Bradford, North Shore Chamber of Commerce.
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Retiring North Shore Community College president, Dr. Wayne Burton (r) was recognized for his leadership efforts at the June Executive Breakfast. Shown alongside Burton is Thomas MacDonald (l), Hawthorne Hotel.
The Power of Conceptual Thinking to Strengthen Your Leadership
Enhance the abstract part of your brain to best convey your vision and stimulate creativity. The fourth in a seven-part series on leadership communication.
In order to communicate most effectively with your staff--and bring out the best in them--you have to relate to them in all the different ways they think. I've already written about communication strategies to appeal to your analytical, structural, and social people and in this, my fourth installment in a seven-part series on how to most effectively speak with your diverse team, I'll cover conceptual communication.
Today's world requires imagination, innovation, and vision. Countless experts have deemed this the Conceptual Age and I agree. If the Information Age was data, knowledge, and the left brain, the world has moved beyond it, and into a place where concepts feed everything else.
Lisa Bodell, the founder and CEO of futurethink, an innovation consultancy, says: "The best employees [and leaders] of the future will excel at creative problem solving and different ways of thinking--synthesizing seemingly diverse things together for better solutions."
For some, conceptual thinking comes naturally. They have an intuitive sense of the bigger picture, an ability to translate abstract thoughts, a proclivity for thinking in long-term horizons, and a desire to experiment and invent new things.
When I interviewed Jim Blanchard, retired CEO of Synovus, a large financial services company that ranked No. 1 on Fortune's inaugural list of 100 Best Companies to Work for in America, I was intrigued by how much of a natural conceptual thinker he is.
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Shown at the July Executive Breakfast are Chairman Rob Lutts, Cabot Money Management, host Juli Lederhaus, the Hawthorne Hotel and Senator Joan Lovely.
Also shown at the July Executive Breakfast are from l to r: Russ Cole, First Ipswich Bank, Brian Shea, People’s United Bank, keynote speaker, Annie Harris, Essex National Heritage Commission and Dr. Steve Immerman, Montserrat College of Art.
Even Israelson, People’s United Bank and Jamie Diamond, Ferncroft Country Club are shown at July’s Breakfast.
Many thanks to Rich Paglia (in white), president, Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline for sponsoring the July Ipswich Country Club Golf Tournament. Shown above are Paglia and his Corporate Foursome.
Also pictured is Russ Cole (front), president, First Ipswich Bank and his Corporate Foursome at the July Ipswich Country Club Tournament. Many thanks to Russ for being a Patron Hole Sponsor.
Shown above is the golfing foursome from Eastern Bank consisting of Janet Moran, Paul Gallagher, Joe Bator and Youssef Abdouh.
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