Members Championing Change: New Chapter
New Chapter has been a longtime example of how a business can lead with their values. As one of the first US Vitamin and supplement companies to achieve B Corp Certification in the US, New Chapter has incorporated social & environmental efforts into day-to-day operations earning them B Lab’s Best for the World: Changemakers 2 […]
Business Culture Consultants Celebrates 19 Years and a New Website
I’m delighted to be celebrating nineteen years in my solo practice, and being a VBSR Gold Member the whole time! I’m also happy to share my revamped website http://www.businesscultureconsultants.com and invite your feedback. In appreciation for the connection and support of the VBSR community I would like to offer one free hour with no obligation to any […]
12-22North Coworking Has New Coworking Options
12-22North Coworking has recently added new options for remote workers to our sustainability focussed office space. We have flex desks and designated desks now, along with our traditional private offices, fishbowl breakout space, and zero-waste conference room. This is a great option for people who have the option to work remotely but still want a […]
Run for City Market, Onion River Co-op’s Board of Directors!
Are you a Member of City Market, Onion River Co-op? Are you interested in learning more about co-op policy governance? It’s elections season for City Market’s Board of Directors and there’s still time to run for one of 4 available seats this year! Due to a vacant seat, City Market will be choosing four seats in […]
Open Call for Company Speed Dating
It’s that time of year again, Company Speed Dating at the 3rd Annual Vermont Investors Summit! We are looking for early stage companies that are raising money or looking to build their advisory board. These companies do not need to be revenue generating but they do need to have a clear product or service and […]
Small Dog Electronics leases retail space at Flynn & Pine
Store and Service Center to open in October Waitsfield, Vermont, August 8, 2019 — Small Dog Electronics has leased retail space in Burlington’s south end from Redstone. The 3,000 square foot space at Flynn Avenue & Pine Street (316 Flynn Avenue) is being fit-up into a retail store and service area. “We’re excited to open […]
Local tech expert weighs in on FaceApp privacy concerns
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) A mobile app is all the buzz on social media and newsfeeds. But while it’s aimed at a quick laugh, it’s also raising security concerns. A social media trend has celebrities like Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher, and basketball star Dwayne Wade joining the fun. FaceApp allows users to digitally edit a photo […]
Members Championing Change: Northfield Savings Bank
Northfield Savings Bank, founded in 1867 and the largest independent bank headquartered in Vermont, not only has a legacy of servicing the community but remains deeply engaged to this day. In 2018, donations totaled more than $600,000 to local nonprofits, and they proudly donate 10% of their annual earnings to Vermont communities. This tremendous support […]
Capstone Community Action hires New Director of Community Economic Development
Capstone Community Action hires New Director of Community Economic Development Capstone Community Action announced that Elizabeth “Liz” Scharf was hired as the new Community Economic Development Director. As a member of Capstone’s leadership team, Liz will work to support and grow programs that advance economic security for low income Vermonters through financial coaching, asset building, […]