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40 with Forman: A Conversation with Carol Bulman

4/30/2020

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Carol Bulman, President and CEO of Jack Conway Realtor, spoke with members this morning about the current status of the real estate market on the South Shore.  Carol was cautiously optimistic and said it’s not a typical booming spring season, but things are still moving…just a little slower than normal.  She and her team have adjusted nicely to the new format of “open showings” and have navigated a lot of her industry’s supply chain slowdowns and changes. She spoke to the commercial real estate market and felt there is more buyer/renter hesitation while we are all trying to figure out what workplaces of the future may look like.      

​View the full session below.
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40 with Forman: A Conversation with Rich Beal

4/28/2020

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Our guest Rich Beal, President of A.W. Perry, discussed the changing landscape of Boston’s commercial real estate and development on the South Shore.  While he remains optimistic, he commented that future development is contingent on getting adequate infrastructure in place on the South Shore, like water and waste water.  He stressed that only through a cooperative regional approach will this be successful.

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40 with Forman: A Conversation with William Parent, Envision Bank

4/23/2020

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​Members of our chamber had the opportunity to meet and welcome Envision Bank’s new CEO, Bill Parent, in a virtual meeting.  Bill, formerly of Blue Hills Bank, became Envision Bank’s new CEO just a couple weeks ago on April 1, 2020.  He spoke to the Chamber about what it was like to start his new role at Envision Bank in the middle of the initially pandemic shut-down and the SBA loan processing. 

He closed with how he’s no stranger to the South Shore and he knows its relationships that matters and not transactions. He was very appreciative of the warm welcome given to him by the Chamber and its members.
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40 with Forman: A Conversation with Renee McInnes, NVNA and Hospice

4/21/2020

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CEO, Renee McInnes of NVNA and Hospice spoke with members about navigating these uncertain times.  Many of the topics discussed related to the current challenges of the health care industry and possible paths toward recovery.  When asked “How has this crisis changed you as a Business leader and professional”.  Renee replied it is very important for leaders to be transparent.  Transparent to your employees, clients, patients and stakeholders.  Do your best to share the best and most update facts.  Listen to your staff, patients, clients and customers as to what they really need, and not what you think they need.   She also shared that she has had success hosting town hall forums with her employees which provided great insight on what are the concerns, fears and questions from her staff.  
"​Do your best to share the best and most update facts.  Listen to your staff, patients, clients and customers as to what they really need, and not what you think they need. "
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40 with Forman: A conversation with Paul Sullivan, Sullivan Tire

4/16/2020

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Have a listen to local CEO, Paul Sullivan of Sullivan Tire talk with members about leadership in these new times.  Along with some great baseball stories shared by Paul were some great words of advice. 

When asked, “What’s something we can do to help our business get through recovery successfully?”, Paul replied “Put technology away.  Go out and meet with your customers and clients face to face.  Talk with them about their concerns and be a good listener.”   Paul closed the meeting with an inspiring quote from one of his favorite poets, Maya Angelou.
Hope and fear cannot occupy the same space. Invite one to stay. 
-- Maya Angelou
Stay tuned for more sessions with the Chamber and region's key leadership. 
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A Covid Time Out – Round TWO

4/10/2020

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We held our second Coffee Connections this week with a new group of faces from our amazing business community. Since we aren’t able to get together in person, the Chamber has adapted it’s Coffee Connections to be one hour COVID free (mostly) for our business community to connect, talk about how they are doing and sharing some suggestions on what to read, watch, listen and cope with this new (temporary) normal.
 
If you missed the first round of suggested reads, wellness strategies, books, podcasts, you can check them out here!
  
TV Shows
  • Red Oaks
  • Atypical
  • Self Made
  • Kim’s Convenience
  • Unorthodox
  • Better Call Saul
Podcasts
  • S Town
Books & audiobooks
  • Daily Devotional
  • The Suspect by Fiona Barton
  • Leadership in Turbulent Times by Doris Kearns Goodwin
  • Joan of Arc by Mark Twain
  • Fraternal Bonds by Thomas Donahue
  • The Search for God in Guinness by Stephen Mansfield
  • Together is Better by Simon Sinek – Special quote shared “You can’t do it alone, so don’t pretend you can.”
Wellness Strategies
  • Put your energy into being part of the solutions
    • find ways to offer help/services
    • support local businesses – restaurants, locally owned gas stations (Tom’s Service Station in Hanover was mentioned)
    • join the South Shore Home Life & Style and the Chamber in recognizing someone making a difference in our community! Nominate a local Hometown Hero today --  https://southshorehomelifeandstyle.com/hometown-heroes/ 
  • Music – Follow #songsofcomfort hashtag to hear musicians’ responses
  • Walking
  • Cooking & eating healthy
  • Baking
  • Meditation
  • Gardening
  • “Positivity Hour” every day with family – Positive vibes only!
  • Dog walks
  • Turn off the news & start reading it instead (that way you can control the content!)
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It's time to participate in the Hometown Heroes ballot!

4/3/2020

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Nominate your hometown heroes for South Shore Home, Life, & Style
Now more than ever it is important to recognize those people on the South Shore that make a difference in the lives of others. Here’s your opportunity to show your gratitude.
Nominate your South Shore Hometown Hero today.

Nomination Period: April 3–April 16
Nominate a hometown hero in your life by uploading a photo of the hero/heroes and telling us in the caption why they deserve to be recognized. Neighbors, health care workers, teachers, grocers, restaurant owners...anyone going above and beyond.

Voting Period: April 17–April 28

Vote on whom you think is the most inspirational hometown champion for April! You may vote one time during this period.

Winner Announced: May 1 - Watch for it on our Social Media

In partnership with South Shore Home, Life & Style

Nominate now!
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​A Covid-19 Time Out

4/1/2020

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Virtual Coffee Connections attendees
Amid all this uncertainty, the South Shore business community has been a beacon of optimism and hope. This Tuesday, March 31st, a group of business leaders got together for our Chamber’s very first virtual Coffee Connections. While we are committed to providing resources and helping businesses navigate these uncharted waters, we also feel a responsibility to offer a temporary respite. And that’s exactly what we all got-- a one-hour break from all things COVID-19.  It was a refreshing way to kick off the morning. The group of 15 shared some insights into some of their favorite books, tv shows, podcasts, media and wellness strategies. In the spirit of community and positivity, we’re passing these along to all of you – ENJOY! 

TV Shows
The Chi 
TigerKing – this was a widely mentioned series 
Ozarks
The Affair

Movies
Ford vs. Ferrari 
Instant Family 
Hustlers 
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Toy Story 4

Podcasts & Other media
Mad Dogs & Englishmen with Charles Cooke & Kevin Williamson
John Krazinski’s new daily video “Some Good News” (15 minutes of smiling and laughter!)

Books 
Talking to Strangers by Malcolm Gladwell
Same Kind of Different as Me by Denver Moore, Lynn Vincent, and Ron Hall
Every Day I Fight: Making a Difference, Kicking Cancer's Ass by Larry Platt and Stuart Scott
The Killing Book Series by Bill O’Reilly
Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin
Gang Leader for a Day by Sudhir Venkatesh
Becoming by Michelle Obama (audiobook – Michelle’s voice is very soothing!)
The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland by Jim DeFede
Thank You for Being Late by Thomas Friedman
Complicity: How the North Promoted, Prolonged, and Profited from Slavery by Anne Farrow

Wellness Strategies and Practices  
5-Minute Gratitude Journal – three things to be grateful for each morning (gratitude journaling got a few shout outs!)
Gratitude Jar – add something you’re grateful for weekly (or more) and read them at the end of the month/quarter/year
Meditation 
Walking, more walking & POWERwalking  
Turning off the TV
Reaching out to a different friend each day to reconnect and keep connected
Virtual Happy Hours (with family and/or friends)
Eat together as a family for multiple meals 
Cooking! 
Going to bed early

Have other suggestions? Share them in the comments!

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