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Boston Solar appoints new Director of Sales

January 15, 2021 // by admin

Boston Solar, an award-winning solar installer based in Woburn, MA, has recently appointed Elijah Garrison as Director of Sales.

As Director of Sales, Garrison is part of Boston Solar’s leadership team and will oversee and lead the company’s dynamic team of commercial and residential solar consultants. His responsibilities include hiring, training, and mentoring solar consultants as well as pursuing business development opportunities to support the company’s growth. Boston Solar markets, designs and installs residential and commercial solar, as well as energy storage and EV chargers throughout Massachusetts.

Before joining Boston Solar, Garrison was the owner of Garrison Point Consulting, LLC of Concord, NH, which was focused on helping business owners and homeowners make sound investment decisions in solar, storage and energy efficiency.

For five years previous to that, Garrison worked for ReVision Energy in Portland, ME and Brentwood, NH. Garrison was a top performer and rose through the ranks, starting out as Solar Design Specialist for a year before being promoted to Solar Design Leader. Two years later, he was promoted again to Director of Commercial & Institutional Sales and oversaw exponential growth for two years.

Throughout his career, Garrison’s focus has been on green building, renewables and energy efficiency. He has been involved with a number of groups over the years including: the American Institute of Architects (AIA) New Hampshire Environmental Guild; the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC); Clean Energy New Hampshire and New Hampshire Clean Tech Council. He is a former member of Concord, NH Chamber of Commerce.

Garrison grew up in an off-grid solar community in Vermont. He graduated summa cum laude from Southern New Hampshire University, earning an MBA. He is North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) certified in PV Technical Sales and a Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst Professional.

Garrison resides in Concord, NH with his wife, two children and dog. He enjoys spending time with his family and outdoor recreation including hiking, snowboarding and soccer.

About Boston Solar

Locally owned and operated, Boston Solar has installed more than 30 megawatts (MW) of solar, powering thousands of homes in Massachusetts, since its founding in 2011. Boston Solar is dedicated to providing superior products, exceptional customer service, and the highest quality workmanship in residential and commercial installations throughout the state. With 4,500+ residential and commercial solar installations completed, Boston Solar has become the most experienced local solar installer.

Boston Solar has been honored with the 2020 Guildmaster Award from GuildQuality for demonstrating exceptional customer service within the residential construction industry. For five consecutive years, Boston Solar has been recognized as a Top Solar Contractor by Solar Power World magazine. The company has also made Boston Business Journal’s “Largest Clean Energy Companies in Massachusetts” List. Boston Solar is a member of Solar Energy Business Association of New England (SEBANE). The company is headquartered at 55 Sixth Road, Woburn, MA 01801. For more information, call David Remillard at Boston Solar, 617-858-1645 ext. 225 or visit https://www.bostonsolar.us

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Between Rounds boosts bagel production with new equipment, additional staff

January 12, 2021 // by admin

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut, has recently invested in new equipment at their South Windsor headquarters.

Between Rounds has invested in a new double rack oven and proof box. The new equipment enables them to double capacity, which means they have significantly increased their bagel production. The company has also hired additional staff to help meet production and distribution demands.

“The new equipment enables us to ramp up manufacturing on our wholesale side as we continue to supply our signature bagels to an increasing number of independent grocers and others,” said Jerry Puiia, co-founder of Between Rounds. “We are continuing to invest in new equipment.”

For almost 30 years now, Between Rounds has been making their delicious signature bagels in South Windsor.

Between Rounds is the brainchild of brothers Jerry and Joseph Puiia, who have established locations in Vernon, South Windsor, Manchester and Tolland. The Puiia hallmark is manufacturing and selling their own bagels, which sets them apart from other cafés. The popularity of their bagels inspired the Puiias to strike up wholesale partnerships with independent grocers who carry them in their bakery departments, and this has been highly successful. Between Rounds currently has partnerships with over 30 grocery retailers in Connecticut and Massachusetts.

About Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-onsite bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffees and a unique line of giftware. Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi.

Between Rounds is licensed to manufacture prepared foods, and wholesales their breakfast and lunch sandwiches to gas station convenience stores in Hartford County and beyond. The company is also a wholesale bagel supplier to many independent grocers throughout the region. Between Rounds signature bagels are delivered to grocers fully baked so no additional labor is required of the bakery department.

Between Rounds locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland, CT. Franchise opportunities are available. Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT. For more information about their unique franchise offerings, contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

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OCES announces virtual Healthy Eating Program to begin January 12th

January 8, 2021 // by admin

Looking for ways to improve your wellness and prevent the development or progression of chronic disease? Old Colony Elder Services’ (OCES) Healthy Living Program has announced a “Healthy Eating for Successful Living” virtual workshop.

OCES, the non-profit agency proudly serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout greater Plymouth County and surrounding towns, along with Bridgewater Cole-Yeaton Senior Center, the Healthy Living Center of Excellence and the AARP Foundation, is offering this complimentary educational workshop via Zoom each Tuesday, January 12 through February 23, 2021, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Participants will learn about:

– Creating healthy diet choices and tips on how to be physically active

– Healthier eating habits and changes in eating behavior

– Creating a healthy menu and gaining grocery shopping tips

Registration is required by calling 508-697-0929 or emailing seniorcenter@bridgewaterma.org

Class materials will be provided to participants after registration.

About OCES

Founded in 1974, OCES proudly serves greater Plymouth County and surrounding communities. OCES is a private, non-profit organization headquartered in Brockton with a second office in Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 25 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES’ mission is to support the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living. The agency offers a number of programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org.

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Plymouth, MA photography studio launches jewelry division to meet the product image needs of jewelry manufacturers and retailers

January 5, 2021 // by admin

When it comes to jewelry sales, having stunning professional images to use in advertising and marketing materials is worth its weight in gold. To meet the product image needs of jewelry manufacturers and retailers, Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography, a commercial and fine art photography studio in Plymouth, MA, has launched a jewelry division to cater to this industry.

Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography’s primary focus is commercial photography, event and corporate brand photography which encompasses product photography, marketing materials, websites, headshots and more.

Showcase Products for the Holidays Ahead

Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day are two of the most significant holidays when it comes to jewelry sales. From facets to finish, high quality imagery showcases a piece’s stunning artistry and is a must for manufacturers and sellers alike. Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography can provide jewelry shots that are perfect for online selling, tear sheets, product portfolios and more.

“Jewelry photography involves many factors beyond the right lighting and background,” explained Debi Cramer, founder, and principal photographer at Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography. “Shooting gems is a difficult process as they are highly reflective. It’s essential that the final product looks exactly like what it is. When it comes to gemstone jewelry photography, achieving gem clarity in the shot is key. Gem settings and design details are equally important to achieve clarity. Meaning, if you’re photographing an emerald set in a ring surrounded with diamonds, everything about the overall piece should be perfectly crisp including gem facets, color, settings, and the design.”

Cramer has spent many years photographing people, places, and things all over the world. With a background in fine arts, textile, and graphic design, Cramer shoots with a designer’s eye, which produces stunning images that are highly marketable.

Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography is insured and bonded. To arrange a product photo session or to learn more, visit their website at https://www.38thavenuephotography.com

About Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography

From commercial to fine art and portrait photography, Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography enables clients to bring beauty and peace into their home or office, as well as promote their business. Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography offers visitors to their website the ability to view portfolio images online as well as purchase or license images. View the portfolio and gallery at www.38thavenuephotography.com

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Ace the virtual job interview. Stand out from other candidates. Webinar.

January 3, 2021 // by admin

Did the pandemic derail your career path? Get back on track. Three expert panelists outline how to discover your passion and achieve your dream job. The complimentary webinar is set for Wednesday, 1/27, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.

The panel consists of three experts who will offer specific tips on how to improve your career and outreach to potential employers. Panelists include Debi Cramer of Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography based in Plymouth, MA specializing in corporate portraits; Lisa Ryan of Star HR located in Pembroke, MA offering career search tips; and Chris Gray, J. Hilburn situated in Raynham, MA who will address dress for success via Zoom or in person.

Some of the topics to be addressed include how to determine your inner passion; how to connect with potential employers; how to leverage LinkedIn; how to create a headshot that underscores that you are friendly, accessible, and professional; and what is appropriate to wear on a Zoom or in-person interview.

To attend the complimentary webinar, please RSVP to https://conta.cc/3n5Pt53.

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Woburn-based Boston Solar Makes the List of “Largest Clean Energy Companies in MA”

December 31, 2020 // by admin

Boston Solar, an award-winning solar installer based in Woburn, MA, has made Boston Business Journal’s “Largest Clean Energy Companies in Massachusetts” List.

Boston Solar markets, designs and installs residential and commercial solar, as well as energy storage and EV chargers throughout Massachusetts. The Boston Business Journal’s list is ranked by number of Massachusetts employees. As of September 1, 2020, Boston Solar has 68 employees. Boston Solar has installed more than 30 megawatts (MW) of solar, powering thousands of homes in the Bay State, since its founding in 2011.

Earlier this year, Boston Solar was named a 2020 Top Solar Contractor in Massachusetts by Solar Power World for the fifth consecutive year. Boston Solar is a rooftop contractor and their ranking was based on installs in the residential market. In 2019, the company installed 3810.0 kilowatts (KW) of solar power in Massachusetts.

“We’re honored to be recognized and included in the Boston Business Journal’s list,” said Daniel Mello Guimaraes, CEO. “We’re excited about a new era of renewable energy. Competition is increasing. Massachusetts has one of the strongest solar incentive programs in the country. Along with that, the solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC), has just been renewed. The ITC enables residential and commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) customers to claim a significant percent of their total solar installation costs from their federal tax liability.The ITC was scheduled to drop to 22 percent and then to zero in 2022, however its renewal was included in the COVID relief bill. The ITC’s renewal will remain at 26 percent for the next two years which benefits all for solar.”

For more information about Boston Business Journal’s Lists, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/

About Boston Solar

Boston Solar has been honored with the 2020 Guildmaster Award from GuildQuality for demonstrating exceptional customer service within the residential construction industry. For five consecutive years, Boston Solar has been recognized as a Top Solar Contractor by Solar Power World magazine. Boston Solar is a member of Solar Energy Business Association of New England (SEBANE). The company is headquartered at 55 Sixth Road, Woburn, MA 01801. For more information, call David Remillard at Boston Solar, 617-858-1645 ext. 225 or visit https://www.bostonsolar.us

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Marshfield Country Club donates $15K to local service organizations to support families and individuals in need

December 29, 2020 // by admin

Marshfield Country Club members donated a total of $15,000 to the Marshfield Food Pantry, Marshfield Community Christmas and the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield.

In early November, the Board of Governors of Marshfield Country Club launched a drive for donations for needy families. In lieu of having their annual parties due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the membership decided to help the many families and individuals who have fallen on very difficult times in Marshfield.

“We are so grateful of their members and staff support for the kids and families who need us the most during this pandemic,” said Jim Bunnell, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield. “They are a true community partner!”

Supporting Youth, Families and the Community in an Uncertain Time

The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield is working with the Marshfield Food Pantry, the Town of Marshfield, guidelines from the state and the Marshfield Public Schools and other service organizations to provide critical services the community needs to support children and families over the short- and long-term. Among the steps they have taken to meet ongoing needs include: food distribution to food insecure families (hundreds of healthy meals per week in the form of Grab & Go meal boxes, drive-thru dinners and more); providing a safe place for kids while many parents and guardians return to work; and serving as a resource for the Board of Health and other departments to further assist families. Currently, the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield provides breakfast before school, remote support learning during the day, and traditional after school care for 100 students per day.

For more information about the Marshfield Food Pantry, visit www.marshfieldfoodpantry.org.

For more information about Marshfield Community Christmas, visit https://www.marshfieldcommunitychristmas.com

Visit https://www.marshfieldcc.com for more information about the Marshfield Country Club.

About the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield

The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield’s mission is to enable and inspire all young people to realize their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens as well as become tomorrow’s capable leaders. The Club provides programming opportunities in the Boys & Girls Club of America’s (BGCA) five core areas including leadership, education, health, arts, and fitness.

The Club serves families with children ranging in age from 6 to 18 years old, and provides critical services the community needs to support children and families over the short- and long-term. For more information, visit their website www.bgcmarshfield.org or call 781-834-2582.

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Greater Boston Food Bank collaborates on designing the new “cross-dock” with Proactive Philanthropy to expand outreach and feed more families.

December 28, 2020 // by admin

With a little help from their friends, The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) is greatly expanding the number of households they are able to serve with the redesign and expanded services of a new “cross-dock” by their distribution partner Proactive Philanthropy located in the North End of New Bedford at 25 – 51 King Street, New Bedford, MA 02745.

The pandemic has resulted in a dramatic increase in food insecurity throughout Eastern Massachusetts, the South Coast and Cape Cod. Working together, the two organizations are redesigning the facility in New Bedford to add food storage, refrigeration, work areas to prepare family-sized food packages, and loading docks to serve the estimated 66% more people who are now food insecure.

Proactive Philanthropy’s expanded 25,000 square foot cross-dock accommodates four 18-wheeler, trailer trucks on a weekly basis.

“This new cross-dock distribution set up on the South Coast has been a critical resource, helping GBFB keep up with the increased demand for food,” said Jonathan Tetrault, Vice President of Community Impact at GBFB. “The streamlined and expansive space has really made a significant difference, helping to save valuable time and money for our member agencies in the region.”

Ed McPherson of Proactive Philanthropy added, “We are delighted that we have the capacity, knowledge and capabilities to help The Greater Boston Food Bank and our South Coast community. We look forward to continue looking for additional opportunities to partner with GBFB to help serve our neighbors in need.”

About Greater Boston Food Bank

The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) is the largest hunger-relief organization in New England and among the largest food banks in the country. In response to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, GBFB distributed the equivalent of nearly 82 million meals in 2020 through its network of 600 dedicated food distribution partners and programs in the 190 cities and towns across Eastern Massachusetts. A member of Feeding America, the nation’s food bank network, GBFB’s mission is to end hunger here and it is committed to providing at least three healthy meals a day to everyone in need. For more information, visit us at GBFB.org, follow us on Facebook, Twitter (@gr8bosfoodbank) and Instagram, or call us at 617.427.5200.

About Proactive Philanthropy

Proactive Philanthropy, with over 1.4-million square feet of warehouse space, is a highly innovative and unique 503(c)(3) non-profit organization that
focuses on converting surplus capital goods (real estate to lab equipment)
from donor companies into charitable funding to proven non-profit organizations. Everyone wins. The donor receives both Charitable Recognition and tax benefits.

For additional information about Proactive Philanthropy, call (508) 645- 6404 or visit http://www.proactivephilanthropy.org

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From ugly ducklings to swans. Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography transforms winners of “Ugly LinkedIn Profile Photo” Contest.

December 22, 2020 // by admin

Looking like your better self on LinkedIn is possible. And necessary.

Winners of the recent “Ugly LinkedIn Profile Photo” contest agree. Brian MacFee of Systems Support, Inc. based in Marshfield; Attorney Susan Pieri of Marshfield and Rich Archibald of AFLAC and located in Pembroke are now looking great. See for yourself on LinkedIn.

Brian MacFee commented, “I’m not vain, but I am concerned with my appearance and conveying that I am open, friendly and approachable. The new photo conveys that in a glance.”

Susan Pieri added, “I came to the photoshoot with three outfit variations, ready to have fun. Debi did not disappoint! She has an artist’s eye and a friendly manner. The time flew by. Now I have three wonderful shots to choose from to replace the one currently on LinkedIn. Although, on one of them I’m told I look too happy for a lawyer.”

Rich Archibald noted, “The difference between my old photo and the new, improved one are night and day. I look more vibrant, professional and ready to go.”

According to the champion of the photo contest Debi Cramer, founder and principal photographer at https://www.38thavenuephotography.com/ in Plymouth, MA, “Let’s literally face it. Most people form an immediate impression of you by your headshot. A corporate portrait that is outdated, odd or just omitted is an unnecessary turnoff.”

Some executives favor their high school yearbook likeness. Others just choose to ignore the aging process. Either way, an outdated profile photo is not the best way to represent yourself on LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network.

Debi Cramer advises, “A LinkedIn profile photo is also not the best place to show off a cherished boat, sports car or pet. It’s okay to wear ski goggles if you’re a ski resort owner, but not okay if you’re a ski enthusiast and your profession is selling life insurance. It should be noted that NOT having a profile photo doesn’t work in your favor either. Will fellow networkers and recruiters want to connect? Perhaps not. Those who do have a profile photo on LinkedIn may receive up to 21 times more profile views than those lacking profile photos (according to https://www.linkedin.com/).”

To learn more about Cramer and Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography, visit https://www.38thavenuephotography.com/

About Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography:

Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography’s new studio includes a client lounge for viewing photos as well as an additional dedicated office space for photo editing and client meetings. Cramer also travels for onsite photo assignments. The agency’s primary focus is commercial photography, event and corporate brand photography – from marketing materials, websites and product pages to headshots.

Debi Cramer, founder and principal photographer at Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography, has spent many years photographing people, places and things all over the world. With a background in fine arts, textile and graphic design, Cramer shoots with a designer’s eye, which produces stunning images that are highly marketable. Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography serves a diverse array of clients in wide variety of industries, including real estate, restaurant, floral, retail and others.

From commercial to fine art and portrait photography, Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography enables clients to bring beauty and peace into their home or office, as well as promote their business. Along with the new studio address, Thirty-Eighth Avenue Photography has updated their website and offers site visitors the ability to view portfolio images online as well as purchase or license images. View the portfolio and gallery at http://www.38thavenuephotography.com/.

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