State economic chief at Chamber breakfast
Massachusetts Secretary of Housing and Economic Development Greg Bialecki will be the featured speaker at the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce's annual economic forecast breakfast Friday, starting at 7:30 a.m. at The Elks at Bass Rocks, 101 Atlantic Road, Gloucester.
Responsible for administering and achieving the commonwealth's housing and economic development programs under Gov. Deval Patrick, and accelerating economic recovery by supporting job creation throughout the state, Bialecki's presentation will focus on "Developing a Collaborative Agenda for Job Creation in Massachusetts."
Before joining the Patrick-Murray Administration, Bialecki worked for 20 years as a real estate development and environmental lawyer at the law firms of Hill & Barlow and DLA Piper Rudnick, where his work focused on the major urban redevelopment projects in Greater Boston.
Drawing on this private sector experience, his agenda for this year is aimed at supporting and expanding the commonwealth's innovation economy, helping small businesses grow by improving their access to capital and by addressing their rising health care costs.
The program will conclude by 9 a.m. Tickets are $20 and may be reserved by emailing: tim@CapeAnnChamber.com or calling the Chamber office 978-283-1601.
Gorton's contest closes tomorrow
There is one day left to enter Gloucester-based Gortons Seafoods' "Grill Your Way to Gorgeous" giveaway.
Entrants could win one of 1,000 coupons for a free Gortons Grilled product and a grand prize of a $1,000 wardrobe makeover to mark the new year and healthy resolutions. Entry deadline is Wednesday at 3 p.m.
"One of the best aspects about staying committed to a goal that involves healthier eating is seeing the results," said Zach Soolman, Gortons' director of consumer marketing. "Our grilled seafood is a smart choice because it is a great source of protein and weight-loss friendly."
"We are giving away free grilled product coupons, and one lucky winner will have the opportunity to truly celebrate their progress with the reward of a whole new wardrobe."
To enter the Grill Your Way to Gorgeous Giveaway, visit http://gortons.com/giveaway. Gorton's is offering downloadable coupons at http://www.gortons.com.
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