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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Cyber Insurance & Your Insurance Co.
DESCRIPTION:Rockland Trust Speaker Series:\nWhat Your Insurance Company Won’t Tell You \nAbout Your Cyber Insurance\nWednesday\, September 27   8:30 – 9:45 am via Zoom\nWith Will MacFee\nREGISTER\nExpect to learn:\n\n\nWhat Insurance Companies assume you have in place\n\n\nHow to prove you are doing what you say you’re doing\n\n\nWhat you MUST do after a breach\n\n\nWill MacFee bio:\nSince 1989\, Systems Support has worked with Boston and South Shore small businesses to help them use the best of enterprise technology. The company was started by brothers Brian and Willie MacFee.  \nBrian MacFee grew up in Weymouth and went to Wentworth and Northeastern University after high school. Brian’s job as a Test Engineering Manager at LTX where he first encountered the IBM PC. In the late 80’s\, Brian noticed these personal computers showing up on people’s desks\, and became involved in networking them together\, and productivity skyrocketed. After some conversations with his brother Willie\, Systems Support was started on the front deck of Brian’s home.  \nFast forward to 2008\, after installing over 7000 computers in over 50 schools in Boston and Providence\, Brian assumed full ownership of the company in 2008 as Willie retired. Fast forward again to 2016 and Brian’s son Will joins the company.  \nWill MacFee grew up in Marshfield and after school went to North Carolina State University for Nuclear Engineering. At school he worked on various simulation projects and passed the exam to operate the school’s nuclear reactor. After school\, he worked for two years at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission in the Office of Nuclear Reactors. With the nuclear industry slowing down\, Will joined Systems Support bringing the safety mindset from the reactor world. Coupled with the technical skills from networking computers during simulation research\, Will learned quickly.  \nFast forward a few more years to 2023\, and Brian retires on his 64th birthday. Will MacFee\, his son\, takes over as President of the company. Brian trained him well\, and Will has helped the company meet the new challenges of running an IT business.  \nOver the past few years\, IT has rapidly changed from “digital plumbing” to security compliance. As cybercrime made headlines and hit businesses of all sizes\, the needs of companies changed. Today\, IT companies not only have to make sure everything works as expected but also must defend against cyberattacks like email compromise and ransomware. Every day the threat actors get better and we need to as well.   \nRather than take an approach of sealing every door and battening down the hatches\, Will used another mantra from the NRC: “reasonable assurance of adequate protection”. There are plenty of common sense steps to take to protect a company’s data assets. No solution is perfect\, and as long as one understands the risk the choice is easier for what actions one has to take.   \nWhen you work with Systems Support\, you have a direct relationship with the people providing the service. We hate bureaucracy (Will saw enough of it at the NRC) so we do everything we can to make it easy to do business with us. You will work with the same name and faces on a consistent basis\, people who know your business and your people. When you work with us\, you become part of the family. 
URL:https://cranberrycountry.org/event/speaker-series-cyber-insurance-your-insurance-co/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking,Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: How Technology & Pandemic Has Changed Sales
DESCRIPTION:In the past 3 years a lot has changed in the business world. Many of those changes have significantly impacted how we sell.  Buying patterns have shifted.New tools & technologies have emerged. How people work\, alone and in teams\, has evolved. Sales professionals have needed to adjust their operating processes. \nEric Warner is President of Praxis Growth Advisors\, an award winning sales trainer\, leadership development specialist\, and accomplished sales process strategist. He has more than 30 years of experience leading teams\, building businesses\, and driving complex sales processes in a diverse mix of industries. \nJoin us to learn: \n~ What data tells us about buyer changes & patterns. \n~Strategies to develop & focus on your value creation. \n~How to become a “Sense Maker” for your prospective buyers. \n~The impact of technology & AI on the buyer’s journey. \n~To create a buying experience that attracts instead of repels. \nREGISTER
URL:https://cranberrycountry.org/event/speaker-series-how-technology-pandemic-has-changed-sales/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T100000
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SUMMARY:Q & A with Congressman Jake Auchincloss
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\nEnter your questions on the registration form through Zoom link when you click REGISTER above.
URL:https://cranberrycountry.org/event/q-a-with-congressman-jake-auchincloss/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Legislative Event,Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Estate Planning for Business Owners Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Topics to discuss:\n● Why create an estate plan? \n● Peace of Mind \n● Ways to save on taxes \n● What is Probate? \n● Consequences for people with children under 18 \n●What if you become incapacitated \n● What happens to my business if I die or become incapacitated? \n● Estate planning mistakes that could leave you and your loved ones vulnerable \n● How to solve these problems – What works best \n  \nTO REGISTER CLICK:   HERE\n 
URL:https://cranberrycountry.org/event/estate-planning-for-business-owners-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T083000
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SUMMARY:Understanding (and Thriving in) the Transitioning American Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Cranberry Country Chamber / Rockland Trust Speaker Series\nTuesday\, March 21\, 2023      8:30 – 9:45 am     Via ZOOM\n\n\n\n\nOur Cranberry Country Chamber Rockland Trust Speaker Series presents; Mike Ritz\, Gallup Executive Director\, Leadership Rhode Island. While businesses have largely adjusted to the changes caused as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic\, there are still many of us actively navigating the evolving workplace.  \nIf this sounds like you\, you may be asking: \n • Will our work or home lives ever return to “normal”?  \n• How do we keep employees engaged whether remote\, hybrid\, or in-person?  \n• How do we instill corporate culture and teamwork in remote workforce? \n • Who is responsible for the outcomes?  \nUnderstanding how to engage and motivate employees will lead to happier teams\, and ultimately\, more productive outcomes. Join us to learn how you can reengage with your employees and colleagues\, no matter the circumstances. \nMike Ritz\, Gallup Executive Director\, who now oversees strengths-based development in the U.S. public sector in DC after leading an 8-year transformation that moved Rhode Island’s workforce from the most actively disengaged in 2013 to one of the top performers in the nation today. Learn how Chambers of Commerce\, other private sector hubs\, and YOU through an engaged workforce are key to our nation’s post-pandemic recovery. \nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://cranberrycountry.org/event/transitioningworkplace/
CATEGORIES:Rockland Trust,Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T213000
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: How to increase sales & make pitches
DESCRIPTION:This seminar will cover the Nuts and Bolts of Strategic Business Development . It will help you select the best tools and tactics to identify opportunities\, qualify prospects\, and close more sales. It will include: \n\nIdentifying your Value Proposition – why should they buy from you?\nMarketing and Sales Tools and Tactics- what works best\, and when?\nSegmentation\, Targeting\, Positioning- the keys to making your company and products pop!\nBusiness Development Process – how do you make all this happen?\n\nYou will come away from this seminar with at least five new ideas and approaches to growth and new business development for 2023! \nZoom Link to register:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcud-yprTkiGtdNh9GZ4tTl05DUX-Zh-nYP\nNancy Lowd\, Senior Advisor\, Massachusetts Small Business Development Center \nNancy is senior advisor for the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center\, Southeastern Office.  She has more than 20 years of experience in all aspects of small business development and advocacy. She works one on one with small businesses and entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses.  Nancy began her career in Washington DC\, where she was an economist for the International Trade Administration\, and also worked on US – Canadian trade policy. She then joined the Massachusetts Port Authority as Director of Project Export\, a small business export development program\, and was also responsible for developing international trade between New England and Asia. \nNancy was Vice President of International Marketing and Sales for Ziff-Davis Events\, a leading integrated media company\, and a part of The Softbank Corporation\, the global Internet and information services conglomerate. Prior to serving as VP of International Marketing and Sales she was Vice President of European operations and oversaw ZD’s expansion throughout Europe. She developed and managed global marketing partnerships with leading IT vendors such as Microsoft\, IBM\, BT\, France Telecom\, and others. Prior to joining ZD\, Nancy was a management and marketing consultant\, developing US market entry and expansion strategies for European and Asian companies.  Nancy is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire and also holds a Master’s Degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). She is on the faculty of the Carroll School of Management at Boston College.
URL:https://cranberrycountry.org/event/speaker-series-how-to-increase-sales-make-pitches/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T093000
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: The Parthenon Principle
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Parthenon Principle: Business Improvement Doesn’t Have to be Greek to You \nThe Parthenon\, one of the greatest of all Greek temples\, is supported by over 150 outer pillars. Your business is also supported by pillars\, specific areas of activity\, that are essential to its integrity and survival. \nIn this workshop we will explore: \n\nWhat are the key pillars of your business?\nWhat strategies should you employ to make improvements to your pillars?\nHow to double your productivity and profitability by applying the Parthenon Principle.\n\nIt’s a New Year! Is it time for a new approach? \nNortheast Business Coaching\, LLC dba FocalPoint Business & Executive Coaching is a licensed provider of FocalPoint professional training\, coaching and development programs.  Lisa Levesque is the owner and primary officer of training and coaching services for the company.  Lisa is also a Certified Executive Coach and Leadscape Learning Navigational Conversations Trainer. Since the launch of Northeast Business Coaching in 2017\, Lisa has leveraged her 30+ year career as a senior business leader in the technology and financial services industries and has delivered business coaching services\, customized training programs\, and executive coaching services to companies and executives across the globe.  Lisa\, a graduate of Boston College\, earned her MBA at Babson College\, is a resident of Foxboro\, where she lives with her husband Bob\, two daughters\, Hayley and Catey\, and their beautiful dogs\, Oakley and Finley. \nREGISTER\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctcuGvqTkoHNBEjSUYmh8S5bWSGDV_hWSv
URL:https://cranberrycountry.org/event/speaker-series-the-parthenon-principle/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T083000
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SUMMARY:Brand Boosting Strategies - Rockland Trust Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Rockland Trust Speaker Series \nTuesday\, November 15\, 2022 via ZOOM\n8:30 – 9:30 a.m.\nBrand-Boosting Strategies:  How to brand your business and put your digital advertising on steroids.\nBenefits & Learning Objectives  \n\nHow to reach potential customers at each stage of the buying cycle in today’s online world\nWhy branded businesses have more success online\nWhat is branding and why it’s important to your local business\nHow to become a household name in your company’s backyard\nHow to attract and convert more customers once they’re on your website\n\nIn this fast-paced educational session\, Glenn Anderson will share client stories\, creative samples and real-life case studies from his 25+ years in local advertising. \nGlenn Anderson Bio     Glenn Anderson is an advertising veteran with over 25 years experience in advertising\, marketing\, creative strategy and video production for local and regional businesses. As a founder of Viamark Advertising in 2001 and Viamark Video\, Glenn has consulted dozens of Boston area clients on their marketing and advertising strategy. \nViamark: www.ViamarkDigital.com 
URL:https://cranberrycountry.org/event/brand-boosting-strategies/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Rockland Trust,Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Human Resources Law 101 for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Human Resources Law 101 for small and mid-sized businesses\nTuesday\, October 18\, 2022\n8:30 – 9:45 via Zoom\nWith Deborah Bell \nLAW OFFICES OF HELENE HORN FIGMAN P.C. \nHuman Resources Consulting and Employment Law Compliance \nFrom hiring\, job descriptions\, handbooks\, performance documents\, and reductions in force/ termination\, this presentation will assist businesses in navigating the various challenges facing today’s employers. \nPlease join us to learn the nuts and bolts of effective and best practices.
URL:https://cranberrycountry.org/event/human-resources-law-101-for-small-and-mid-sized-businesses/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Rockland Trust,Speaker Series
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