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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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Rutland County Economic Report | Business Plan Competition Volunteers Needed | Bakers Needed for Whoopie Pie Festival
What's New in Rutland County | Made at The MINT |
Membership Spotlight | Career Hub | Upcoming Events
Rutland County Featured in Vermont Biz
The June 2022 Vermont Business Magazine features multiple articles focusing on Rutland County's economic efforts. Pages 17-24 highlight how strong Rutland's economy feels.
Lyle Jepson, Executive Director of The Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) is the first voice featured, saying, "he feels energy vibrating through Rutland County." Later in the article, Jepson describes the Hub CoWorks, a co-working space and start-up tech incubator, developed through a private-public partnership between CEDRR and MKF Properties, anticipated to open in July. Rutland's Downtown, Brandon's Downtown construction project and Killington Mountain Resort and Ski Area are also featured.
The Housing Trust of Rutland County is featured in their own article, explaining how the Trust has stepped in to propose redeveloping the former College of St. Joseph property in Rutland. The article says, "If the trust’s executive director, Mary Cohen, had her way, plans for the project would include 75 to 100 units of mixed-use housing."
The final article on page 24, features Rutland Regional Medical Center. The hospital has been working with an agency to hire travel nurses and doctors to fill open positions. It has also enticed workers by increasing pay and creating the "Grow Your Own LNA" program in collaboration with Stafford Technical Center, to encourage staff from other hospital departments to become licensed nursing assistants.
Business Plan Competition Volunteers Needed
The City of Rutland has committed funding for a City-wide Business Plan Competition which will support new entrepreneurs. This competition will be open to small businesses seeking to open, or existing businesses seeking to significantly expand, within Rutland City.
The competition will solicit ideas for new (or expanded) businesses. Applicants will be asked to develop viable and compelling business plans for their proposed venture.
Significant cash prizes will be awarded to the selected winners to help support their initial costs and obligations. Wrap-around support services are currently being sought as part of the award package.
We are currently soliciting community business partners who would like to support and participate in this exciting endeavor.
Calling All Whoopie Pie Bakers
Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) and Paramount Theatre invite you to participate in the First Annual Rutland Whoopie Pie Festival presented by Heritage Family Credit Union.
Whoopie pie bakers must supply 150 pies to be cut into samples. Bakers can sell additional pies, baked goods, and treats. Awards will be given for Best Overall, Most Creative, and People's Choice. Each baker will be paid.
Poultney's New Look
A new logo (and brand) has been developed for use by the Town of Poultney. You may see it soon on highway signs, letterhead, websites and more! The logo was approved by a variety of local organizations (Poultney Downtown Revitalization Committee (PDRC), Poultney Rotary, Poultney Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC), Poultney Historical Society (PHS), Stone Valley Arts, and unanimously adopted by the Poultney Select Board in May).
The logo was developed over the past year by the Goal 4 Working Group and the Castleton Content Lab at Castleton University, with Nic Stark guiding the process - congratulations Nic and the branding committee! They’ve worked hard to create a branding package for use by the town.
Amtrak Connects Rutland to Burlington This Month
The Amtrak Ethan Allen Express train begins taking passengers through Rutland, Middlebury, Vergennes, and to Burlington on July 29.
This has been part of a long-awaited extension connecting Burlington to New York City daily. Previously, this train stopped in Rutland, acting as the Vermont anchor for the Ethan Allen Line.
Summer Fun at The Boiler
Summer at The MINT
We're gearing up for summer fun at The Boiler @ The MINT, our mini makerspace for the younger crowd! We've got super fun (and educational!) activities planned all summer long for kids aged 3-18 and their families. New this summer: All Access Passes are available for STEAM Powered Saturday sessions (kids 3-10) and for Build It at The Boiler sessions (teens and tweens 10+) at a significant discount, and with only one registration form to fill out and one payment to make! Find the passes in The MINT store at www.rutlandmint.org/store, and sign up for individual events from The Boiler page www.rutlandmint.org/theboiler. You asked for simpler registration options and we heard you!
Do you know how to make something? We're always looking to expand out instructor cohort, who provide classes in all sorts of skills and trades for members and the public, and you DO NOT have to be an expert. As an instructor, you'll have support from our established shop leads and MINT staff. We can help you think about how to break down skills, plan your class, how much time to allocate to your project, and more. Plus, we pay $25 per hour and you work on your schedule! Interested in learning more? Let us know by submitting an Instructor Interest Form or by contacting us at info@rutlandmint.org today!
As always, stay up-to-date on the full suite of class and activity offerings for June by visiting our calendar.
Welcome to Our New Member
At Hale Resources, transparency, honesty, and integrity are at the core of everything we do and set us apart from other investment managers. Our deep sense of responsibility drives our work from big projects to the everyday management of our company.
Our mission is to provide sustainable and quality housing to residents of Southern Vermont.
CEDRR would like to thank the following businesses for renewing their membership:
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.
Accounting Clerk or Bookkeeper
NeighborWorks of Western Vermont is seeking an Accounting Clerk or Bookkeeper to join their team.
Director of Parks and Recreation
The Town of Castleton is seeking a Director of Parks and Recreation to join their team.
Accounting Specialist
Heritage Family Credit Union is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join their team.
View Rutland County career opportunities & post your position →
SBA Celebrating LGBTQI+ Pride Month
JUNE 30 | 1:00-2:00 P.M.
Join the U.S. Small Business Administration on June 30, 2022 for a webinar to celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex (LGBTQI+) Pride Month. The webinar will feature a live panel discussion with Larry Webb, District Director, SBA Washington Metropolitan Area District Office; Justin Nelson, Co-founder and President, National LGBT Chamber of Commerce; and small business owner Rachel Kalenberg of Pizza Carrello from Gillette, Wyoming.
The discussion will focus on financial wellness and the importance of equity and opportunity to help uplift and support LGBTQI+-owned small businesses. The panel will also discuss SBA initiatives and resources that support small business recovery, LGBTQI+ startups seeking to launch, and help for existing LGBTQI+-owned small businesses as they pivot and grow in a post-COVID world.
Certification de Empresas Propiedad de Mujeres (WOSB)
23 DE JUNIO | 12:00-1:00 P.M.
Para nivelar el campo de juego en el mercado federal para las pequeñas empresas propiedad de mujeres y de mujeres en desventaja económica (WOSB/EDWOSB), el gobierno federal ha establecido una meta del 5 por ciento. ¿Por qué las mujeres deberían aprovechar esta oportunidad única? Lo invitamos a que participate en este taller para la respuesta a esta pregunta y muchas mas.
El proceso de certificación para las pequeñas empresas propiedad de mujeres (WOSB) y las WOSB económicamente desfavorecidas (EDWOSB) cambio.a partir del 23 de juno de 2022 Las regulaciones actualizadas facilitan que las pequeñas empresas calificadas participen en el Programa de Contratación Federal de WOSB al mejorar la experiencia del cliente. Al mismo tiempo, la SBA está fortaleciendo la supervisión y manteniendo la integridad del proceso de certificación.
Business Plan Basics
JUNE 22 | 12:00-1:00 P.M.
This workshop provides an overview of writing a business plan. Topics include:
- Why you need to write a business plan
- Overview of each section of a business plan
- Research and writing tips
- Resources for help and support
CEDRR Mixer
JULY 12 | 5:00-7:00 P.M.
CEDRR's monthly mixer is taking place at Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty's new location at 116 West Street, in Downtown Rutland.
More details to come regarding fun activities they have planned for the event.
