LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: One Big Beautiful Bill Act Passes – What It Means for Small Busine
&##128240;LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: One Big Beautiful Bill Act Passes – What It Means for Small BusinessPublished: July 2025 | Source: NFIB PresentationThe “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBB) has officially passed—and it’s packed with major wins for small business owners. This landmark legislation delivers long-term tax relief, cuts down on red tape, and promotes investment and growth in the small business sector. Here's a quick breakdown of why it matters: &##128313; Top Highlights from the Bill:✅ 20% Small
Favorite Sales Tools: The Power Hour
There is something that you really don’t like about your business. Maybe it’s cleaning the bathroom, maybe it’s balancing the books, and maybe it’s sales calls. For the bathroom or the books (doh), hire a Chamber member to do it for you. For sales calls, try a power hour three times a week and see what happens. I learned about the Power Hour years ago during some sales or time management training thing – I’ve long since forgotten what else was discussed, and vaguely remember that it was in a beige hotel
Nashoba Valley Chamber of Commerce Announces New Chair of the Board of Directors
The Nashoba Valley Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the appointment of Jose Banchs, owner of J&S Business Products in Ayer, as the new Chair of the Board of Directors. Banchs brings a wealth of business experience, community involvement, and a strong commitment to regional economic development. Banchs has been a dedicated Chamber member for many years, actively engaging with the local business community and championing initiatives to support small business growth. His leadership at J&S Business
Fidelity Bank’s 2025 Economic Survey points to increased economic optimism in North Central Massachu
Fidelity Bank’s 2025 Economic Survey points to increased economic optimism in North Central Massachusetts despite concerns of rising costs for food, housing, utilitiesAnnual survey generates more than 700 responses from consumers and business owners in North Central Massachusetts (Leominster, Mass.)— Fidelity Bank has unveiled the results of its 2025 Economic Survey, an annual survey to North Central Massachusetts consumers and business owners who offered a wide lens into the financial behaviors and
PHOENIX PARK: A UNIQUELY COLLABORATIVE BUSINESS COMMUNITY
“A thriving ecosystem of businesses that support and inspire each other” SHIRLEY, MASS. (Issued March 2025) -- Phoenix Park, located in Shirley, Mass., comprises a multi-tenanted 300,000 square foot commercial business park on a 56-acre rustic setting. In today’s dynamic commercial real estate landscape, tenants want a vibrant, collaborative community. The property owner, The Lexvest Group, is always exploring strategies and ideas to promote ‘community’ within their properties, enhancing tenant
Middlesex West Chamber to Close its Doors, Nashoba Valley Chamber Steps in to Support Local Businesses
After serving the communities of Boxborough, Acton, Boxborough, Maynard, Stow, Carlisle, and Concord since 1980, the Middlesex West Chamber of Commerce (MWCoC) has made the difficult decision to close its doors. The Middlesex West Chamber's Board of Directors, in collaboration with the Nashoba Valley Chamber of Commerce (NVCoC), is ensuring that MWCoC's long-time members are seamlessly integrated into the wider business community. "This is a bittersweet moment for many of us," said Melissa Fetterhoff,
Fidelity Bank announces 2022 Economic Forecast survey is now open
Fidelity Bank announces 2022 Economic Forecast survey is now openAnnual survey will offer economic forecast insights from business owners, consumers (Leominster, Mass.)—Fidelity Bank today announced its 2022 Economic Forecast survey is now open for business leaders and consumers to provide their thoughts on the current state and regional economy over the next 12 months, and how the region fared over the past year as recovery from the pandemic continued in earnest. Sponsored by Fidelity Bank and
Main Street Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Ruth Cavanagh to Senior Vice President Chief Lending Officer
AYER & MARLBOROUGH – Main Street Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Ruth Cavanagh to Senior Vice President Chief Lending Officer, effective on April 5, 2021. In this role, she will be overseeing all aspects of lending at Main Street Bank, including both commercial and retail lending. Ruth joined the bank in 2012 and has over 25 years of experience in commercial lending and began her banking career in 1981 on the retail side of the business. A graduate of the University of Lowell and the
Nashoba Valley Chamber Welcomes Doiron
(Nashoba Valley, MA) – The Nashoba Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the addition of Ellen Doiron to its professional staff as Manager Membership Services. Ms. Doiron’s primary responsibilities will include leading the Chamber’s member recruitment and retention efforts. She also works in Sales at J&S Business Products (Ayer). Her background includes fifteen years at NEBS/Deluxe Corporation in a variety of sales roles, ownership of a small print business, business development for a
Nashoba Valley Medical Center Unveils New Hospital Sign
Nashoba Valley Medical Center Unveils New Hospital Sign Ayer, MA – Nashoba Valley Medical Center unveiled a new hospital sign recently, designed to easily identify the hospital for those in need of care. It replaces the previous sign that weathered and aged. A ribbon-cutting ceremony with the members of the Nashoba Valley Chamber of Commerce celebrated the installation of the sign at the front of the hospital. The new sign is eight feet wide, nine feet tall, and weighs approximately 200 pounds. It has a
MASSACHUSETTS CREATIVE AGENCY ROLLS OUT GRAND CAMPAIGN TO BOOST LOCAL ECONOMY
WeArePOA is a creative agency and community development team dedicated to creating a platform where people can do what they love without being judged based on their appearance or status. The company offers a range of solutions and community apps designed to build the Massachusetts business community The company has outlined a strategy to strengthen the local marketplace with modern digital solutions such as a local streaming platform, e-commerce market and social media. Allen said: “We want to shine the
