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March newsletter highlights recent chamber activity, upcoming events, free and affordable training sessions, grant info, economic and workforce development, labor & employment law updates, members news, community events, and more.

Did you miss our March newsletter in The Enterprise of Brockton? It’s not too late to download your own copy! Click here to catch up on business news.

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Chamber Holds 8th Annual Multicultural Business Forum & Business Resource Expo

In early March, the Metro South Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with North Easton Savings Bank held the 8th Annual Multicultural Business Forum & Business After Hours in Brockton. Guest speaker, Bob Nelson, Small Business Administration MA District Director provided welcoming remarks. The event was emceed by Mahsa Khanbabai, Khanbabai Immigration Law. The panel of […]

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New City Brand Goes on the Road – Where Better Begins, Where Shorter Commutes Begin

Brockton – Where Better Begins, has recently been adopted as a brand for the city of Brockton. Mayor Bob Sullivan, The Eastern Bank Foundation and the Metro South Chamber of Commerce worked collaboratively with CTP advertising agency to develop the updated brand. A digital video highlighting the very best of Brockton was developed over the […]

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“Reesie’s Marvelous Hats” Opens Storefront in Stoughton Center

On Friday, February 10th, Metro South community members gathered at Reesie’s Marvelous Hats to celebrate the new retail store. Previously an e-commerce business, Carla “Reesie” Smith took her hats on the road to many vendor expos before setting up a brick and mortar shop at 743 Washington Street in Stoughton. Carla is a certified life […]

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Brockton Leads in Population Growth, UMD Economist & Mayor at Chamber & Rotary Luncheon

On Thursday, February 9th, Chamber members and Metro South community leaders gathered to attend a Luncheon collaboration with Rotary Club of Brockton. Hosted at Thorny Lea Golf Club in Brockton, Tina White, Brockton Rotary Club covered the “Service Above Self” aspect of the organization. Event sponsor, Nicole Long, OCES – Old Colony Elder Services was […]

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February newsletter highlights recent chamber activity, free and affordable online training sessions, grant info, real estate, member news, community events, and more

Did you miss our February newsletter in The Enterprise of Brockton? It’s not too late to download your own copy! Click here to catch up on business news.

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Brockton Information Boards Updated with New City Brand, Two More Locations Added

Keep an eye out for the newly updated Brockton Information Boards (the BIBs) across eight locations in Brockton. The new boards were installed in January (2023), and feature local attractions such as the Fuller Craft Museum, Brockton Rox, Brockton Historical Society, History Trail, Fairgrounds, City Hall Plaza, and important monuments within the city. At the […]

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Stonehill Hosts Chamber Luncheon in New Year; Focus on Economy & Small Employer Health Insurance

The Chamber started the new year with a Good Day Metro South luncheon at Stonehill College’s Martin Institute featuring an extraordinary business author, school & health program, plus the change to meet new State Rep. Mendes. This program was sponsored by Stonehill College. Jeff Fuhrer, former senior policy advisor, Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, and […]

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“Cabo Vegan” Vegan Cape Verdean Restaurant & Market Opens, Downtown Brockton

On Friday, January 20th, foodies, investors, small business supporters, and loving members of the Metro South community gathered in celebration of Cabo Vegan’s Soft Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. We tasted “chuna” (chickpea “tuna”) and “lobsterless” snack rolls from their completely vegan menu – delicious! NOW OPEN FOR TAKEOUT! Head down to 20 Main Street, […]

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New Year, New Websites & Online Capabilities for Brockton-based Small Businesses

Thanks to a grant secured by the Metro South Chamber of Commerce last year, seven Brockton-based small businesses had the opportunity to enter 2023 on elevated, stronger footing by improving their websites and ramping up their online presence. Through the partnership and guidance of Kerry Aglugub, KMA Web Design and Tricia White, T. White Creations, […]

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