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CEDRR August Mixer | Third Annual Whoopie Pie Festival |
What's New in Rutland County | Made at The MINT |
Membership Spotlight | Career Hub | Upcoming Events
CEDRR August Mixer Hosted by Killington Resort
Join us on August 13 from 5-7 p.m. at the K-1 Lodge for the CEDRR August Mixer. Killington Resort will host this upcoming mixer.
Wear casual clothing to learn how to mountain bike and test bikes! Each attendee will also receive 1 round-trip gondola ride to use for a future visit.
We hope to see you there!
September 14: Third Annual Whoopie Pie Festival
Join the Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region for the Third Annual Whoopie Pie Festival in Downtown Rutland on Saturday, September 14 from noon to 5 pm!
Sample whoopie pies from over a dozen bakers from across the Northeast, vote for the People's Choice Award, watch The Red Trouser Show, play on the Green Street provided by Come Alive Outside, eat food from multiple food vendors and restaurants in Downtown Rutland, have your face painted, and so much more! Will Dream Maker Bakers create a 900-lb whoopie pie?
This is a Vermont Signature Event and our premier sponsor is Casella Waste Systems.
Welcome to Our New Member
Children today spend over seven hours a day looking at screens and half as much time outside as they did in 1980. The numbers are even worse for adults, and this replacement of time in nature with screen time is having a profound impact on our mental and physical well-being.
Come Alive Outside is a 501c3 nonprofit founded in 2014 that works closely with partners in healthcare, public health, outdoor recreation, and the landscape profession to connect individuals, families, and entire communities to the health and wellness benefits of outdoor spaces where they live, work, and play.
CEDRR would like to thank the following businesses for renewing their membership:
4 Seasons Accounting, A. Tedesco Masonry, Allen Pools & Spa, Calvary Bible Church, Carris Reels, Chris Fucci Associates, Community Bank, Community College of Vermont, Dr. Richard Delbianco, Enman Kesselring Consulting Engineers, Flynn Group (Applebee's), Foley Services, Formula Ford of Rutland, Garvey Nissan, Gawet Marble & Granite Inc., Giancola Construction, Giancola Real Estate, Green Mountain National Golf Course, Hirschmann Windows & Doors, Hull Maynard Hersey Insurance, Interstate All Battery Center, Key Honda of Rutland, Killington/Pico Resort, Kinney Pike, A One Digital Company, LaValley Building Supply, Marble Valley Regional Transit/The Bus, McCormack, Guyette & Associates, PC CPAs, McDonald's (Coughlin Inc.), Mendon Mini Golf & Snack Bar, Mountainside Mutts, Noble Ace Hardware, O'Brien Shortle Reynolds & Sabotka, PC, Otter Creek Engineering, Pratt Vreeland Kennelly Martin & White, Ltd., Proctor-Pittsford Country Club, Rutland County Parent Child Center, Rutland Jewish Center, Rutland Mental Health Services, Ryan Smith & Carbine, LTD., Southern VT Regional Airport (state of VT), Tossing Funeral Home, Town of Rutland, Trust Company of Vermont, and VNA & Hospice of the Southwestern Region.
$900,000 in Grants Available to Vermont Communities
Applications are now open for the Building Communities Grants program, administered by the Vermont Department of Buildings and General Services (BGS). These grants of up to $25,000 support construction and capital improvements to strengthen Vermont towns and regions. All grants require matching funds and community-supported fundraising efforts are encouraged. The deadline for applications is September 10, 2024. Details and applications are available on the Department of Buildings and General Services website.
Apply for a T-Mobile Hometown Grant
T-Mobile is investing $25M in 500 rural towns over 5 years to jumpstart projects and build stronger communities. Together, we can help upgrade tech at your local library, build new hiking trails, revitalize historic buildings, and so much more.
Elected officials, town managers/employees, tribal leaders, or nonprofit community leaders from small towns with a population of less than 50,000 can apply.
T-Mobile awards up to $50,000 for shovel-ready projects. Applicant's proposal must include plans, budget, timeline, anticipated impact, and up to five letters of support.
Rutland Regional Medical Center Among the Best Hospitals for Hip and Knee Replacements
Rutland Regional Medical Center has been named by U.S. News & World Report to its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals list as a High Performing hospital for both Hip and Knee Replacements. This is the highest distinction a hospital can earn for U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Procedures & Conditions ratings. RRMC is one of only two hospitals in the state to receive High Performing ratings for both procedures.
The annual Procedures & Conditions ratings are designed to assist patients and their health care providers in making informed decisions about where to receive care for challenging health conditions or elective procedures. For close to a decade, Rutland Regional Medical Center has consistently ranked among the highest performing hospitals for both hip and knee replacement.
Nominate a Rutland County Rising Star
Vermont has a wealth of talented and enthusiastic youth in our business communities (both for-profit and non-profit). VermontBiz has recognized these top 40 under 40 individuals over the last thirteen years by naming them Vermont's Rising Stars!
VermontBiz will again honor Vermont's most accomplished young leaders in November's issue. The nomination process is open from July 1 to September 1, 2024. Award recipients will be selected by a panel of judges for their commitment to business growth, professional excellence, and involvement in their communities. All will be notified after the judges have made their final decision in September.
TO BE ELIGIBLE, THE CANDIDATE:
- Must be employed in Vermont
- Must live in Vermont
- Must be involved in the community
- Must be 39 years old or younger on October 1, 2024
- May be nominated by self or another person
In 200 words or less please describe why you are nominating this person. Be sure to fill out all the required fields indicated. VermontBiz will then contact each nominee for a resume and a list of community involvement.
If you have any questions about a candidate's eligibility feel free to email Ellen Sheehey at ellen@vermontbiz.com or call at 802-863-8038.
The deadline for nominations is September 1, 2024.
Join Out StartUp Rutland Accelerator as a Mentor or Investor!
We're excited to announce that StartUp Rutland, in partnership with global accelerator & venture fund gener8tor, is seeking mentors and investors!
Why Get Involved?
- Mentors: Share your expertise, guide startups, and make a meaningful impact.
- Investors: Provide feedback to founders and gain early access to innovative investment opportunities.
To express your interest and learn more, fill out the form here. Selected applicants will be contacted with more details.
Assessment of Vermont's Off-Site Construction Industry
A consortium of housing and community development partners are assessing the Vermont and regional landscape for various off-site construction (including panelized construction), modular, and manufactured home initiatives. The project includes a written report that will be publicly available in October or November. The report will assess whether/how Vermont could provide investment or policy support to advance off-site, modular, and manufactured construction methodologies.
One of the goals of the project is to create a point-in-time inventory of the private and public off-site, modular, and manufactured housing initiatives serving the state through surveys and interviews.
We hope you will consider helping us in two ways:
- For Manufacturers: We have launched a survey for businesses or initiatives producing off-site construction, modular, and manufactured homes/materials. You can access the survey here and share the link.
The Survey will be open until August 15th and takes around 15 minutes to complete.
- For Developers/Builders: If you are a developer or builder that uses off-site (including panelized construction), modular, manufactured construction products, we would like to conduct a short interview with you. We would like to learn more about the types of products you are using, how they are performing, and what you see on the horizon regarding construction methodologies. Please reach out to sleonard@vhfa.org if you are willing to share your reflections.
A New Podcast, a Seminar, and New Program
New Episode: View From the Top with Bill Lucci featuring Scott Giles
Scott Giles, President and CEO of the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC) is Bill Lucci’s latest View From the Top podcast guest. This episode offers a unique look into the life of someone who has been dedicated to helping the people of Vermont access the schooling and training they need. You can find the episode wherever you listen to podcasts, or here!
FREE Digital Marketing Seminar Hosted By Mimi Damm
Day: Thursday, September 12th, 2024
Time: 9 am to 11 am
Place: Killington room at The Hub CoWorks
Program, Facilitator & Registration: This seminar on digital marketing will cover various strategic approaches to utilize digital channels effectively in fundraising and recruitment efforts. Mimi Damm is a seasoned digital marketing strategist and seminar speaker and is at the forefront of empowering businesses to thrive in the digital age. This event is free and open to the public, but an RSVP is required due to limited space. Light breakfast refreshments will be provided. To learn more about the free seminar or register, visit here.
CO.STARTERS x The Hub Program to Launch This Fall
The Hub CoWorks will be launching a new program this fall designed to help people determine whether their business ideas are viable, and how to get them started.
It will dive into:
· Creating a corporation
· Branding
· Marketing plans
· Finding space
· Developing logos
· & more valuable insights!
To learn more, check out what the Rutland Herald had to say after speaking with Program Director Bill Lucci here.
August 2024 Update
For our July issue of our Real Rutland Concierge Connection Newsletter, we sat down with new Rutland County resident Casie Yoder. Casie relocated here in the fall of 2023 from Atlanta, Georgia. Click Here to read the article and learn more about her experience with the Concierge Program and relocation journey.
Since the beginning of 2024, 33 people have relocated to Rutland County. That is a great start for the first seven months of the year! We are expecting another eleven people to relocate later in the year.
The MINT Around the County
The MINT Out and About:
We have been making the rounds! One of our favorite things about summer is that we get to bring programming on the road, and visit our community partners where they live!
This past week, we got to make adventure backpacks at the Rutland Free Library and hula hoops at Wallingford Day! We are looking forward to returning to the Library, visiting Farmacy, and supporting Wallingford Rec Camp in the next couple of weeks.
…And at Home
Last week we also hosted our last 2024 session of Rosie’s Girls and it was a BLAST! Campers learned about shop safety, made bird feeders and even learned to weld! Best of all, they were able to use the skills that they developed to help Morgan put up some sheet rock and add some finishing touches to the microhouse!
We also have lots of events going on at the home base! Check out our list below of upcoming classes:
Letterpress for Beginners: August 6th
Woodshop Orientation: August 6th
Figure Vases-Kids and Family Workshop: August 17th
Fridays at the MINT Downtown: Mosaic Stemware: August 23rd
Intro to 3D Printing: July 31 & August 1
🌞🎉Join Rutland Young Professionals for a Grown-Up Summer Camp Mixer at Bomoseen State Park!🎉🌞
Rutland Young Professionals invites you to our monthly mixer on Saturday, August 30! This month, we're embracing the summer vibes with a Grown-Up Summer Camp theme.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 30
🕒 Time: 12pm - 6pm
📍 Location: Bomoseen State Park, Bomoseen, VT
We'll be taking to the beach at Bomoseen State Park for a day filled with professional networking, delicious burgers, and hot dogs. This is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow young professionals in a fun, relaxed setting.
This event is bring your own beverage and bring your own chair, so pack your cooler and beach gear, and get ready for a fantastic time!
Don't miss out on this unique chance to enjoy the great outdoors while expanding your professional network. We can't wait to see you there!
The Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region's Career Hub features full-time jobs across Rutland County that provide a salary higher than the Vermont living wage.
Senior Accountant
Tenney Brook Market and Donuts of Rutland are seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team.
Chief Human Resources Officer
Heritage Family Credit Union is seeking a Chief Human Resources Officer to join their team.
Senior Vice President, Retail
Heritage Family Credit Union is seeking a Senior Vice President, Retail to join their team.
View Rutland County career opportunities & post your position →
Mastering Industrial Robotics: Introduction, Safety, and Upkeep
August 7, 14, and 21 | 2:00-2:30 p.m. | Virtual and free
Join Tooling U-SME for a comprehensive 3-part webinar series designed to empower you with the knowledge of industrial robots! Part 1 covers Industrial Robots: Intro & Applications, Part 2 focuses on Robot Safety and the series will conclude with Maintenance & Troubleshooting.
The sessions will be taught by Herbert Pierce, Technical Trainer. Herbert has been in manufacturing automation and leadership for over 15 years. He specializes in Process Automation, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Instrumentation, Electrical Controls, PLC Programming, Controls Troubleshooting, Robotic Systems, and Training. Register today for one, two or all three webinars!
What to Charge for Your Services
August 13 | 12-1 p.m. | Virtual
In this 90-minute workshop, anti-capitalist business coach, Emily Eley, will walk you through how to price your products and services and more importantly how to feel confident delivering or sharing that price.
Figuring out prices ought to be simple, right? Figure out how much time and resources go into making your thing and beep, bop, boop there should be your number!
So why does it feel so dang hard to land on a number?! And to make matters more confusing you see peers drastically higher in pricing, and even lower.
How can you feel confident that the price you pick truly reflects all the hard work that went into your product or service? And even if you do feel confident on the price, how can you feel more confident delivering that price to customers and clients?
Best Practices Exchange
September 18 and 19 | Killington Grand Resort Hotel
On behalf of Efficiency Vermont, we invite you to join us on Wednesday and Thursday, September 18 and 19, 2024 in Killington for the 13th Annual Best Practices Exchange! This is a FREE event for commercial and industrial (C&I) sector businesses in Vermont. Learn more about BPX on our website.
The full schedule of events has been updated! Click here to view the latest agenda.
Registration is free for attendees from non-sponsoring organizations, but advance RSVP is required.
Plan to join us on Wednesday, September 18 for casual networking and fun! Sign up for golf, mountain biking, or disc golf, and close out the day at our evening reception with food, drinks, and cornhole. The Wednesday networking activities are included with the conference registration, plus breakfast, lunch, and presentations on Thursday, September 19.
