Five Town Chamber of Commerce
East of the River
Chamber of Commerce
East of the River
Chamber of Commerce
The East of the River Five Town Chamber of Commerce promotes an environment that fosters the economic growth of the towns of East Longmeadow, Hampden, Longmeadow, Ludlow, and Wilbraham through the creation and expansion of businesses and jobs.
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Conversations with the ERC5 is a weekly podcast with members of the East of the River 5 Chamber of Commerce to discuss their business, their involvement with the community, and other various topics. Watch our recent episode here or on our Youtube Channel!
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Member Spotlight:
After over five decades of dedicated leadership, Harry C. McGill, long-time owner of McGill Hose & Coupling, Inc., has announced with much pride, his retirement and the successful transition of the company to his children, Ainsley McGill-Gaboury and Alex C. McGill. The transition represents a continuation of the family legacy and a commitment to sustaining the company’s values of excellence and customer satisfaction.
This move, that took place on December 31st, 2023, ensures the future of the thriving family business founded by Harry’s father, Harry A. McGill in 1962. Both Ainsley and Alex, serving as Vice Presidents for the past decade, bring extensive experience and a shared passion for excellence to their new roles as co-owners.
Ainsley and Alex, each possessing years of expertise in operations and customer relations, are uniquely prepared to guide McGill Hose & Coupling into its next chapter. With Harry’s legacy of excellence as their compass and their own vision for the future, Ainsley and Alex are poised to propel McGill Hose & Coupling to even greater heights. The company’s future is bright, driven by a team committed to quality, and an unwavering dedication to serving its customers.
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Hope for Youth and Families is dedicated to helping youth and families in undeserved communites. Their mission is to provide them with resources and opportunities they need to thrive. HYFF employs a committed in-house team to oversee all of their programs. Each program is staffed by trained experts that utilize best practices. They employ a combination of education, a holistic approach, and multigenerational assistance. All programs offered through HYFF are free to youth and families, and their belief is that every young person deserves the resources necessary to create a pathway to success.
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Ribbon Cutting At Chanda Care
April 2nd, 2024
Join us Tuesday, April 2nd at 10:00 AM as we celebrate the remarkable achievement of Chanda Care. Chantal Bernard, a member of our esteemed chamber community, has been on an incredible journey of nurturing and expanding her business. With unwavering determination and a passion for excellence. She has now found a space to call home.
We invite you to join us as we celebrate Chantal’s remarkable achievement and the limitless opportunities that lie ahead.
ERC5 After Hours Open House With Berkshire Hathaway
April 16th, 2024
Join us for a Fabulous Evening of Networking and Relationship Building at our Open House! Discover our stunning venue and experience the perfect ambiance for building relationships that will help you elevate your brand.
Feast In The East
April 30th, 2024
Join the East of the River Five Town Chamber of Commerce (ERC5) as we present the FEAST IN THE EAST Celebration on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, from 5:00pm – 8:30pm at The Starting Gate at Great Horse.
Tickets are $100 for ERC5 members and $120 for non-members, and allow you access to the event, along w/ the opportunity to try dozens of dishes and beverages.
A portion of proceeds from this annual spectacular food tasing event will benefit the ERC5 Scholarship & Business Development Fund.
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