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Vermont Business Magazine Landmark College held its first Neuroinclusive Career Fair in late October as part of its commitment to supporting both employers and students who learn differently as they enter the workforce. While most career fairs simply connect potential employers with potential workers, the Landmark College Office of Career Connections takes a unique approach—supporting both sides of the employment equation to ensure that neurodiverse talent is put in a position to thrive. The event featured 15 employees, including both organizations from the Connecticut River Valley region as well as nationwide companies such as EY Inc. Notable local employers included Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Chroma Technology Corporation, Stratton Mountain Resort, and The Richards Group.

Vermont Business Magazine Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), a member of Dartmouth Health, has appointed Estevan Garcia, MD, as its CEO and president. He will succeed Thomas A. Dee, FACHE who will departing early January 2026. Garcia, a specialist in pediatric emergency medicine, has most recently supported Dartmouth College in addressing the student mental health crisis by utilizing a public health preventative approach. Prior to this, he served as chief medical officer for the Massachusetts Department of Health. His role has included significant fundraising and outreach for new services, centers and buildings.

Vermont Business Magazine Generator Makerspace will host a community sewing workshop over two days in December dedicated to supporting breast cancer patients receiving care at the University of Vermont Medical Center's Oncology Unit. The workshops will take place Saturday, December 13, and Sunday, December 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Generator Makerspace in Burlington. The goal is to produce as many shower bags as possible in support of patients recovering from breast cancer surgery. The bags provide a simple but meaningful way to offer comfort, dignity, and convenience during treatment and recovery—allowing patients to shower hands-free while managing post-surgical drains.

VermontBiz U.S. Senators Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and John Curtis (R-Utah) partnered with U.S. Representatives Steve Cohen (D-TN-09) and Joe Wilson (D-SC-02) in calling on the Trump Administration to continue working to free political prisoners in Belarus, and use caution in future negotiations with the Putin-aligned Lukashenka regime.  

In a letter sent recently, the bipartisan, bicameral lawmakers commended the Trump Administration for working to free political prisoners in Belarus, including several U.S. nationals. The lawmakers also encouraged the Department of State to continue to hold Strategic Dialogue with the Belarusian democratic movement and their exiled leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya.  

VermontBiz The United States will mark its 250th anniversary, the semiquincentennial, on July 4, 2026, and Vermont Public is joining a statewide and national effort to honor this milestone through storytelling, education, and community connection.

In partnership with the Vermont Agency of Education and the Vermont 250th Anniversary Commission, Vermont Public is collaborating with libraries, museums, schools, and families across the state to explore the themes of freedom, liberty, democracy, and independence—and what they mean to Vermonters today. 

VermontBiz Lois McClure, who passed away in January 2025 at the age of 98, has left a final gift of more than $20 million to expand education and training pathways to Vermont’s most promising jobs. The gift will be stewarded by the J. Warren & Lois McClure Foundation, a supporting organization of the Vermont Community Foundation, and received in installments through 2030.

For three decades, the McClure Foundation has invested in efforts that inspire young people, drive workforce development, and contribute to community resilience. With Lois’s bequest, the Foundation will expand its commitment to opening doors to lifelong opportunities for Vermonters.

VermontBiz Vermont Works for Women (VWW) in partnership with the Vermont Women’s Fund and the Vermont Commission on Women are thrilled to launch the Women, Work, and Wages Spotlight Report - a powerful tool for understanding the economic realities facing women across our state. 

Developed in collaboration with researchers and community leaders statewide, the spotlight report offers essential, Vermont-specific data provided by the Institute for Women’s Policy Research’s State Policy Action Lab (State PAL). The report underscores the indispensable role women play in driving Vermont’s economy and the strengthening our communities. 

VermontBiz Vermont holiday shopping just got a whole lot easier. Local Maverick is excited to announce the opening of its newest Partner Store inside Vermont Flannel’s Ferrisburgh location, offering customers the opportunity to shop Vermont-made artisanal products in addition to the iconic Vermont Flannel - all in one place. 

Officially opening Friday, November 21st, this new retail experience brings together some of Vermont’s most celebrated and emerging makers under the trusted Vermont Flannel roof. Visitors will find a curated selection of locally made chocolates, hand-crafted goods, maple products, skincare, and more — thoughtfully chosen to help shoppers discover, shop, and experience high-quality Vermont products. 

VermontBiz Today, the West Rutland community celebrated the grand opening of Marble Village Apartments. Co-owners and co-developers, Cornerstone Housing Partners and Evernorth, partnered on Marble Village Apartments, which will provide essential housing for 24 low- and moderate-income households.

Marble Village Apartments is the redevelopment and remediation of three vacant properties into 24 newly constructed, energy efficient, permanently affordable homes in the community. The 3-story building has an inviting outdoor community space, community gardens, and green space so that residents can gather and enjoy time outdoors, as well as off-street parking to support accessibility and community needs.

VermontBiz Average gasoline prices in Burlington have risen 0.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.17/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 100 stations in Burlington. Prices in Burlington are 5.3 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 2.0 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has increased 4.1 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $3.769 per gallon.

According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Burlington was priced at $3.09/g yesterday while the most expensive was $3.25/g, a difference of 16.0 cents per gallon. The lowest price in the state yesterday was $2.79/g while the highest was $3.25/g, a difference of 46.0 cents per gallon.

VermontBiz Wilkins Harley-Davidson, one of the oldest continuously operated family-owned Harley-Davidson dealerships in the United States, celebrated a landmark moment this weekend by giving away a brand-new 2025 Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Classic to one lucky customer in front of a packed crowd at the dealership.

The giveaway marked the finale of a year filled with more than 40 customer events, making 2025 one of the dealership’s most active seasons on record. Riders earned entries into the drawing by RSVPing and attending Wilkins events throughout the year—a tradition that emphasizes the dealership’s deep commitment to community and customer appreciation.

VermontBiz The Poultney Area Chamber of Commerce today announced the launch of the inaugural Holiday Tour, a festive two-day event designed to support local chamber members while bringing holiday cheer to the community. The Tour kicks off on Small Business Saturday, November 29th, and continues through Sunday, November 30th. Participating businesses in downtown and East Poultney will offer special sales, unique giveaways, and family-friendly activities, with each day culminating in a special evening closing event to maximize the holiday spirit.