Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce names new board chair
Staff Report
The Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce announced that Lisa Griffin, president and CEO of Eastern CT Savings Bank, has been elected to serve as chair of the board of directors.
Griffin joined the board in 2013 and became an officer, serving as secretary in 2014, quickly moving to vice-chairman in 2015. She serves as the chairman of the leadership program and is a member of the chamber s economic development committee.
Griffin actively gives back to the community and serves on many volunteer boards, including the Madonna Place and Three Rivers Community College Foundation. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and hiking.
I’ve covered arts and entertainment and written humor columns at The Day for almost a quarter-century. What I’ve learned is how privileged I’ve been to explore for readers an incredibly diverse, active, and creative cultural area – from local music clubs, galleries and museums to numerous nationally famous authors, performance organizations and the array of talent that flows through the Garde Arts Center, and Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods casinos, and much more.
Rick Koster
I’ve covered arts and entertainment and written humor columns at The Day for almost a quarter-century. What I’ve learned is how privileged I’ve been to explore for readers an incredibly diverse, active, and creative cultural area – from local music clubs, galleries and museums to numerous nationally famous authors, performance organizations and the array of talent that flows through the Garde Arts Center, and Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods casinos, and much more.
The Coastal Gourmet Group has promoted Executive Chef
Daniel Chong-Jiménez to Executive Director Culinary Operations. He is the recipient of multiple awards for his cuisine and innovative approach to the culinary arts and is the co-author of Prescription for Healthy Weight Loss and Ultimate Health. Additionally, Chong-Jiménez is an adjunct professor at Manchester College and the producer of www.ChefDanielOnline.com. The Coastal Gourmet Group was established in 1993 by Charles Spathakis, as President and Founder. David Griswold is Senior Vice President. The company owns
Mystic Market Kitchen & Eateries in Noank, Mystic, Old Saybrook and Westport,
Aspen Restaurant in Old Saybrook, and
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R.B. Kent & Son Inc., SCORE counselor
Bob Potter, Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2–3:30 p.m., Zoom. Managing Your Business Finances with QuickBooks,
Intuit ProAdvisor Elizabeth Santaus,Tuesday, March 2, 10-11:30 a.m. Zoom. Choosing the Right QuickBooks: The Basics of Setting Up Your QuickBooks Company,
Elizabeth Santaus, Tuesday, March 9, 10-11:30 a.m., Zoom. Media in Motion,
Contact for questions/info: Anne Driscoll, anne.driscoll@scorevolunteer.org.
NETWORKING
The Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce presents Lunch & Learn Series during February from noon- 1 p.m Tuesdays and Thursdays. To register for the virtual event, visit www.norwichchamber.com/events or call (860) 887-1647/
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT invites local professionals to lunchtime virtual networking with the Chamber on Tuesday, Feb. 23, noon-1 p.m. To register or learn more, visit www.ChamberECT.com or call 860-701-9113.