Vermont Business Magazine Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) and the Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) are teaming up to tackle economic development in southern Vermont. The public and members of both organizations are invited to attend a candidate showcase and networking event at the American Legion in Brattleboro on October 24th from 5:30 to 8:00 PM. Confirmed participants include gubernatorial candidates former Transportation Secretary Sue Minter and Lieutenant Governor Phil Scott, as well as candidates for attorney general, Deborah Bucknam and TJ Donovan.
Sue Minter and Phil Scott
“We’re thrilled to be teaming up with BACC for this candidate showcase,” said Jane Campbell, VBSR’s executive director. “As a business association, we support economic development but we always want to see sustainability be core to that work. The Brattleboro area understands this concept and we’re pleased to help bring Vermont’s candidates for Governor and Attorney General to Windham County to engage in this conversation.”
“Southern Vermont faces economic challenges that are different from other parts of the state,” said Kate O’Conner, BACC’s executive director. “But our entrepreneurial spirit, dedicated workforce, and quality of life offer opportunities for economic growth. We are pleased to work with VBSR to give our members the chance to meet the candidates and hear how they will address the unique needs of Windham County and help us reach our full potential.”
During the event, all four candidates are expected to say a few words about their vision for their time in office and southern Vermont and answer some questions. The evening will conclude with a networking event featuring a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres. The event is open to public and is free for members of either organization, $10 for nonmembers. It is sponsored by Brattleboro Savings & Loan, Southeastern Vermont Community Action, TD Bank, University of Vermont Continuing and Distance Education, and VSECU. Complete details and registration can be found at www.vbsr.org.
About VBSR
Founded in 1990, VBSR is a statewide, non-profit business association with a mission to advance business ethics that value multiple bottom lines: economic, social, and environmental. Through education, public influence, and workplace quality, VBSR strives to help 760+ members set a high standard for protecting the natural, human, and economic environments of the state's residents, while remaining profitable. Learn more or join the cause at www.vbsr.org.
About BACC
The Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce is the leading business and community organization in Windham County. The Chamber strives to enhance a thriving business community by providing business leadership, advocacy, and value to our members. The Chamber’s goal is to support the community and promote the region as the ideal place to live, work, visit, and do business.
Source: VBSR 10.18.2016