Dan DiBattista of GE-Aviation Named Business Person of the Year
The RRCC Business Person of the Year Award is presented to Dan DiBattista of GE Aviation in Rutland by Tom Donahue, RRCC EVP/CEO, Mayor Chris Louras, RRCC President Glenda Hawley, DiBattista and Captain Richard Phillips. |
The Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce held their 112th Annual Meeting sponsored by GE-Rutland on November 1st. Dan DiBattista, Plant Manager, Rutland GE-Aviation and his employees were named the 2010 Business Persons of the Year. In his remarks Executive Vice President Tom Donahue noted “GE Rutland recently added a 27,000 (square) foot expansion to Plant 2 and have invested $60 million into this plant within the last four years,” Donahue said, “and will be investing another $10 million in the next year with a substantial portion of that total investment in machinery and equipment.” Donahue also highlighted the benefits of having GE-Aviation in Rutland, GE's commitment to the region, contributions to the community and the superior leadership of Dan DiBattista.
The meeting featured Captain Richard Phillips, as the keynote speaker. Captain Phillips’ rivating address told of his capture by Somali Pirates and how the lessons he learned through his experience can be used by anyone. Captain Phillips noted that either on a ship or in business to remember, you are stronger than you think, the only time all is lost is if you quit, and a dedicated team of professionals can overcome most problems. He reminded those in attendance "Never trust a pirate" and to always hope for the best and plan for the worst.
Other highlights of the meeting included an overview of the Chamber’s accomplishments over the past year and goals looking forward, awards were presented to Larry Jensen for his dedicated service to the Chamber and the Board of Directors and to John Valente who just finished his term as Chamber President.
The American Red Cross and CVPS announced their annual goal for the Gift of Life Marathon. The goal (to beat Boston's new record) will be 1,178 pints. The Gift of Life Marathon will take place on December 21st, 9:30am-6:30pm at the Paramount Theater.
USAF Liberty Big Band-Get Your Free Tickets Now!
 Those exciting sounds from the "Big Band" era ring loud and clear from the Castleton State College Glenbrook Gymnasium on Sunday, November 7th at 2pm. Join the United States Air Force Liberty Big Band in an unforgettable afternoon of entertainment for the whole family. The concert, sponsored by Castleton State College and Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce, is free and open to the public. Tickets are available at CSC, Spartan Arena and Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce.
Increasing Your Competitive Edge
 The Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce will be holding a seminar on increasing your competitive edge and retail marketing techniques on Wednesday, November 17th, 8am at Franklin Conference Center. The presenter will be Leanne Tingay of the Vermont Downtown Program. The seminar will focus on techniques to increase your share of business in the market place. The seminar is open to the public. The cost is only $15 per person for members and $20 per person for non members and includes a full breakfast buffet. Reserve your seat now by calling RRCC 802-773-2747 or by emailing us. Special thanks to our co-sponsor Catamount Radio.
October Chamber Mixer Held at Allen Pool's & Spa's
 Ed Allen, owner Allen Pools & Spa's (assisted by Glenda Hawly, RRCC President) addresses the large crowd that was in attendace at the October Chamber Mixer held at Allen Pools & Spa's. Members enjoyed great food catered by East Creek Catering and great door prizes. The next Chamber Mixer will be held at Casella Waste Systems on November 9th, 5-7pm.
Workers' Comp Corner
Timely Payment of Workers? Compensation Medical Bills (Part 1 of 2)
H.444 provides a definition of medically necessary care - see 21 V.S.A. §601(27). It also adds a new section to Title 21 (§640a). That section establishes timely payment of medical bills requirements for workers? compensation claims.
1. The insurer must pay the bill within 30 days of receipt, or provide written notification to the injured employee, healthcare provider and the Commissioner of the Department of Labor that the bill is contested or denied.
2. The written notification shall include specific reasons supporting the contest or denial, a description of any additional information needed by the employer or insurance carrier to determine liability for the medical bill, and a request that such information be submitted to the employer or insurance carrier within 30 days following receipt of the notice.
3. If the employer or insurance company denied the medical bill based on insufficient information to determine liability for payment, the bill requires the insurance carrier to pay or deny payment within 30 days after receiving the additional information.
Workers' Comp Corner is sponsored by Poulos Insurance: For more information or rates on Workers' Compensation or any other business insurance contact Chuck Rose at Poulos Insurance, 802-775-4443.
Membership Directors Update-Joan Hill
 Hi Everyone,
Thank you to Ed Allen and the staff of Allen Pool’s and Spa’s for hosting the October mixer. The food was delicious and the door prizes were wonderful.
The 2011 Area Profie & Membership Directory is in the process of being updated and completed. If you would like to advertise in the directory or update your listing, please contact us at 802-773-2747.
Welcome to our new members: Carla Meola Chiarella-The Pampered Chef Independent Consultant, Gatsby’s Antiques Center, Killington Pico Motor Inn and Rutland Eye Physicians.
Join a committee, offer perk card discounts and get involved to receive the most benefits from your Chamber.
Be sure to mark your calendar for the next mixer at Casella Waste Systems on November 9th!
Welcome New Members
Carla Meola-Chiarella The Pampered Chef
Independent Consultant
30 Spring Glen Road, Killington, VT 05751
Ph: 917-617-0760 ~ Email: meolacarla@aol.com
www.pamperedchef.boz/seemecook
Providing fun in home Cooking Shows where
guest try products and sample recipes.
The Pampered Chef is the premier direct seller
of high quality kitchen tools.
Gatsbys Antiques Center
Lori Hoffman
PO Box 68 (Diamond Run Mall #400)
Rutland, VT 05701
Ph: 802-282-4448 ~ Email: gatsby400@comcast.net
10,000 sq. foot group mall consignment and vendor
rentals. Antiques and collectable records, books and more.
Killington Pico Motor Inn
Falgoni Purohit
64 US Route 4, Mendon, VT 05701
Ph: 802-773-4088 ~ 800-548-4713
Fax: 802-775-9705
Email: picoinn@msn.com ~ www.killingtonpico.com
Located 4.5 miles from Rutland. 28 rooms all
ground floor with private baths. Outdoor hot tub,
game room, continental breakfast, swimming pool
available in summer.
Rutland Eye Physicians
Vered Sobel MD
65 Allen Street, Rutland, VT 05701
Ph: 802-773-2020
Email: rutlandeye@live.com ~ www.rutlandeye.com
Specializing in comprehensive medical and surgical
eye care for you and your family.
Grand Opening-Chill Out Center
 The ribbon is cut at the Grand Opening of the Chill Out Center, located near Sears in the Diamond Run Mall. The ribbon was cut by Tom Donahue, RRCC EVP/CEO, Josh Terezini, Rutland Town Select Board; Bruce Wilson, Executive Director, Service Rendered; Jay Moral, Diamond Run Mall Manager and members of the Service Rendered Youth Board.
From Our Members
Annie's Book Stop's Reading Group meets November 2nd and 8th, 7-9pm to discuss Breakfast with Buddha by Roland Merullo and on November 9th Storytime Songs and Stories for Children at Annie's Book Stop, 170 South Main Street, 10 a.m. at Annie's Book Stop, 170 South Main Street, free and open to the public, 802 775-6993.
Annie's Book Stop will hold author discussion and book signing for Vermont author Donald Thompson in celebration of his new book, Castleton Vermont, November 12th at 7 p.m., Annie's Book Stop, 170 South Main Street, free and open to the public, 802 775-6993.
Art & Antiques On Center will feature a show by Judith C. Gould, November 12-December 8th. As part of the ArtHop on Friday, November 12th, 5-8pm, Ms. Gould, a Vermont Artist and will be on hand for her opening night to exhibit and sell her watercolor and oil landscapes of Vermont. For more information call 802-786-1530 or go to www.artandantiquesoncenter.com.
Castleton State College presents Erika Schmidt who will give a talk on her exhibition “Astral Projection” followed by a performance of “A Clever Crow will Paint it’s Feather Black,” and a reception on November 4 at 6 p.m. in the Christine Price Gallery, Christine Price Gallery, Castleton State College, Free of charge, 6 – 8 p.m., 802 468-1266.
Catamount Radio's Vermont's Best Chefs Live November 4th - Learn Holiday meals prepared by New England Culinary Chefs, area vendor displays in the Paramount lobby, a live piano bar in the Brick Box and more, watch up-close as these top notch chefs create amazing holiday dishes that you’ll learn to create yourself, plus everyone will receive a Goodie bag filled with Vermont products, coupons, recipes from that evening and more, 5 p.m., Tickets: $12 + tax, Show starts @ 6:30pm, General Admission Seating begins at 5:30pm, 775-0903.
Chaffee Art Center’s studio school is gearing up for a busy fall and winter season of unique classes and workshops. Classes and workshops include Sunday Children’s Workshops, Open Studio Evenings, Winter Landscape Watercolor class, Animation Exploration, Printmaking and more. For more information call 802-775-0356 or email: info@chaffeeartcenter.org.
College of St. Joseph announces that the J. Warren and Lois McClure Foundation has presented the college with a grant for $33,000 to support its STEPS Program. The program is designed to assist young people in foster care with the transition to college. The program, now in its third year, is the first of its kind in the state of Vermont. For more information call 802-773-5900.
College of St. Joseph will host the Harlem Superstars, a comedy basketball team made up of former collegiate and professional players on November 5th at 7:00pm in the CSJ Athletic Center. Tickets are only $7.00 in advance and $8.00 at the door. Proceeds benefit the CSJ Athletic Department. For tickets or more information call 802-776-5247 or email rfish@csj.edu.
Okemo Mountain Resort announces improvements for the 2010/2011 season. The Okemo Mountain Coaster will be unveiled. This four season attraction offers a ride through along the contours of the mountain. The resort continues its commitment to grooming with the addition of a third Prinoth BR500 grooming machine. Okemo will remove its last Pomalift and replace it with a 180 ftnew lift named the Snow Star Poma in the Galaxy Bowl Learning Area. For more information on these or other improvements call 802-228-1600 or go to www.okemo.com
RAVNAH announces that Kids on the Move, the area’s only program providing pediatric rehabilitation services, is now solely a program of RAVNAH and ahs relocated to the RAVNAH offices at 7 Albert Cree Drive in Rutland. The program serves children with genetic and developmental disorders, orthopedic injuries and diseases, developmental delays and more. For more information call 802-775-0568 or go to www.kidsonthemove.com.
Rutland County Humane Society is holding a Kitten Clearance Event at their Stevens Rd Shelter and at Rutland Veterinary Clinic on November 7th, 12pm-5pm. Adoption fee discounts will be available. All kittens have been spayed/neutered and are up to date on their shots. For more information call 802-483-6700 or go to www.rchsvt.org.
Rutland Economic Development Corporation will hold their 73rd Annual Meeting at noon on November 10th at Rutland Country Club. The meeting will highlight REDC’s FY10 Award Winners. Robert Young, President and CEO of CVPS will receive REDC”s Member of the Year Award and Westminster Cracker Company will receive REDC’s Business Excellence award for job creation. The cost is $30 per person. For more information or to RSVP call 802-773-9147 or email info@rutlandeconomy.com
Rutland Economic Development Corporation will hold their 1st Annual “The Greener Mountains” event. "The Greener Mountains" invites community members and businesses alike to discover how "Green" can improve homes and businesses. This free admission event will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 4, 2010 at the Holiday Inn in Rutland, Vermont. "The Greener Mountains" will showcase a wide variety of "Green" vendors. The day will also include: workshops presented by Rutland Regional Planning Commission geared toward benefits for the home and business; children's activities; and much more. For more information contact Mary Kay Skaza at 802-773-9147 or visit www.rutlandeconomy.com.
Rutland Free Library 1st Wednesday Lecture - Welfare Brat - Dr. Mary Childer's childhood in the Bronx was marred by violence, alcoholism, and neglect. Referencing her own story, she discusses paths out of poverty and away from welfare dependence, as well as ethical issues associated with publishing memoirs, 10 Court St., November 3rd, 7 p.m., 773-1860.
Rutland Free Library book sale November 5th & 6th, 10 Court St., 9:30 – 4:30 p.m., 773-1860.
Rutland Jewish Center will hold an Open House, Tour our historic National Register building, view the pictorial exhibit and chat., A Centennial Quilt will be raffled and refreshments will be served, November 14th, 3-5 p.m., Everyone is welcome, 96 Grove St., 773-3455.
Vermont Backroad Tours will again be doing "Christmas Light Tours" of the Rutland area in December. Tours are 2 hours and will be scheduled at 4:30, 6:30 and 8:30 pm. Individual rates are $15 pp adults, children 12 and under $10. For groups you can reserve a private "Christmas Lights Party Bus Tour" with pick up at your location starting at $75 per hour with a minimum booking of 2 hours. The Party Bus can accommodate up to 15 and you can bring on your own food and drinks. Special arrangements can be made to include a "Christmas Lights Tour" into your holiday party. Call Kelly @ 802-345-8605 or go to www.vermontbackroadtours.com.
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