Call for Proposals for Workforce & Talent Summit: Part of the Six Pillar Conference Series
The Vermont Workforce & Talent Summit, Six Pillar Conference Series is focused on promoting the long-term economic health of our state and providing opportunity for Vermonters. This event will provide tools to support talent recruitment and retention strategies which are essential to business growth and require partnerships between employers, educators, training providers, and government. The people, skills […]
Help celebrate smart growth and conservation leadership with the Art Gib Award
The Vermont Natural Resources Council is now accepting nominations for the 2019 Arthur Gibb Award for Individual Leadership. Every year, Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC) honors the legacy of the late Arthur Gibb for his commitment to safeguarding Vermont’s values and unique landscape, as well as for his leadership, vision and dedication to building consensus. We […]
Help your employees learn and grow with VSAC’s Career & Education Wellness program
You may have heard that VSAC has recently rolled out an innovative new employee benefit program called Career & Education Wellness. But what is it and how does it work? You know VSAC as Vermont’s nonprofit advocate for students of all ages who want to continue their education and training after high school. We’ve been […]
Workshop Series for Farmers and Food Producers
Hanover Co-op launches 10-session series aimed at helping farms and food producers Friday, February 1, 2019 — As part of its broader effort to support food production in New England, the Hanover Co-op has launched a low-cost series of workshops aimed at farmers and food producers. Sessions are scheduled for each Friday in March and include […]
Union Mutual Raises Nearly $45,000, Sets New Penguin Plunge Fundraising Mark
With the widespread support of hundreds of donors, the “Union Mutual Popsicles” were able to set a new high-water mark for the event’s fundraising with a grand total of $44,932. The previous team fundraising record was $30,000, set back in 2012. “Union Mutual is thrilled to continue its partnership with Special Olympics Vermont and help […]
Spend the night with VSAC at CCP ‘19
Workshops and resource fair for adults thinking about going back to school or training and high school students and parents planning for college & careers College & Career Pathways — VSAC’s landmark events for Vermonters who are curious about pursuing education and training opportunities – is taking on a whole new look (and adding a […]
Sign Up for ASBC’s next Webinar Training Feb 21: Hone Your Message and Work with the Media to Get It Out
As a business leader, your voice carries a lot of influence. Now more than ever, you can make a difference by using that influence with elected officials, decision makers and the media to impact the policies that matter to you and your stakeholders. To give you all the tips you need, the American Sustainable Business […]
Sign Up for ASBC’s Webinar Training Feb 14: Effective Advocating & Lobbying Your Elected Officials
As a business leader, your voice carries a lot of influence. Now more than ever, you can make a difference by using that influence with elected officials, decision makers and the media to impact the policies that matter to you and your stakeholders. To give you all the tips you need, the American Sustainable Business […]
Northfield Savings Bank Joins VBSR Champion Members
Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility is proud to welcome Northfield Savings as newest Champion Member. The Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) Board of Directors is pleased to announce Northfield Savings Bank has become VBSR’s newest Champion Member. VBSR is a business association that advocates for policies which support workers, Vermont communities and the environment […]
CVOEO’S VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAM GETS IT DONE WITH YOU
The Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity’s (CVOEO) VITA program is a significant connection to VBSR’s mission “to set a high standard for protecting the economic environment of our citizens.” In the 2017 tax year our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program helped secure tax returns for 1,437 households, impacting 2,100 individuals, and returning $2,183,793 to the […]
