Bookkeeping for Small Business
2026-01-06 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | online, 12 Constance Street, London, England, United Kingdom
Join this webinar to learn practical, real-world strategies for managing your own bookkeeping with confidence.
Retired CPA and Certified SCORE mentor Cornel Mhley will guide you through:

Setting up your books properly from Day 1 (even if you’re DIYing)
Reconciling accounts and catching errors before they grow
Tracking owner draws, reimbursements, and business expenses
Understanding your Profit & Loss and what it’s really telling you
The monthly checklist every business owner should follow

Walk away with clear, actionable steps you can implement immediately.

Credit 101: Build, Improve, and Protect Your Financial Future
2026-01-14 11:00 - 12:30 | online, 12 Constance Street, London, England, United Kingdom
Understanding credit is key to building financial success—and this webinar will break it down in clear, actionable steps. If you’ve ever wondered how credit scores work, how to read your credit report, or how to improve your financial standing, this session is for you.
You’ll learn about different types of credit, what goes into a FICO score, common credit myths, and how to protect your credit from identity theft and fraud. Whether you’re just getting started or trying to repair past credit mistakes, this webinar will empower you with the knowledge to move forward confidently.
What You’ll Learn:

The fundamentals of credit and how it works
The five key components that make up your credit score
Common misconceptions that can harm your financial goals
Tips to improve and protect your credit score
Where to access your free credit report and how to dispute errors

Recruiting and Retaining Volunteers for Nonprofits
2026-01-14 12:00 - 13:30 | online, 12 Constance Street, London, England, United Kingdom
Volunteers are the lifeblood of most non-profit organizations. Recruitment and retention are some of the most time-consuming and hardest to manage tasks. We will give you some actionable tips to help your organization recruit and retain volunteers.
In this workshop, we will cover:

The 10% rule
Volunteer Expectations
Volunteer Training Expectations
Volunteer Retention
Volunteer Burnout
Communicating with Volunteers
Volunteer Recognition.
Volunteer Personas for identifying potential volunteers
S.W.O.T. Analysis of Volunteers and Issues
Engaging Volunteers in Decision-Making
The ASK Principle (Ask questions, Seek to understand, Know how to listen) and more.

Attendees will walk away with clear, actionable strategies to better support, engage, and retain your volunteers.

J-1 Workshop: Planning for Your Summer Workforce
2026-01-20 09:30 - 10:30 | Thirwood Place Auditorium, 237 N Main St., South Yarmouth, MA, 02664, United States
Hiring J-1 Employees: Navigating the Process with Expert Insight
This workshop is specifically designed for businesses that rely on a robust summer workforce.
Presented by the Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the Dennis and Greater Hyannis Chambers of Commerce, we invite the Mid-Cape business community to join us on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a practical session on seasonal staffing. We’ll be meeting in the inviting atmosphere of Thirwood Place in Yarmouth to discuss how J-1 students—international college students who provide essential staffing during our prime season—can help solve your workforce needs.
This workshop is specifically designed for businesses that rely on a robust summer workforce, including hotels and resorts, restaurants and seasonal eateries, landscaping and property management firms, cleaning services, summer camps, water parks and mini-golf courses, retail boutiques, grocery stores, and marine or boat rental operations.
About This Workshop
Because a successful J-1 season requires early planning, we are using these quieter winter months to help you get ahead of the curve. This session is designed to ensure you are prepared with the necessary documentation and timing for the 2026 season before the spring rush begins.
Featured Speaker
Our guest speaker, Hollie Souza of The Emerald Resort (and former General Manager of Red Jacket Beach Resort), will share her first-hand experience managing the J-1 process. Hollie will provide a candid look at:
J-1 Best Practices: How to effectively integrate these valuable employees into your business.
Essential Timing: Understanding the critical winter deadlines for paperwork and documentation to ensure your team is ready for your peak months.
Real-World Insights: Honest details on the challenges and benefits of the program from a veteran hospitality leader’s perspective.
Join us for a productive morning of learning and community as we prepare for a successful year ahead!
While this event is free to attend and includes light refreshments, we do ask that you please register in advance to RSVP.

CAPE COD CANAL REGION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL MEETING & NETWORKING EVENT
2026-01-21 07:30 - 09:30 | Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School, 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, 02532, United States
The Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its Annual Meeting and Networking Event, scheduled for Wednesday, January 21, 2026, from 7:30AM to 9:30AM at Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical High School, 220 Sandwich Road in Bourne.
This year’s theme “Stronger Together” emphasizes the Chamber’s dedication to working and collaborating with businesses in Bourne, Sandwich and Wareham to strengthen and grow the community. Attendees will enjoy a breakfast and great networking opportunities.
Highlights include:

State of the Chamber Remarks by Marie Oliva, President & CEO.
Ambassador of the Year Award, recognizing exceptional contributions.
Election of New Directors to the Chamber’s Board.
Business of the Year Award, new this year!
A full breakfast to complement the festivities.

Unlock Your Business Potential Workshop
2026-01-22 09:00 - 11:00 | England
Join us at HarborOneU on January 22, 2026 ~ 9:00am-11:00am
131 Copeland Drive, Mansfield, MA 02048

Gain access to the information and support you need to start, grow and sustain your business. Join us on for an opportunity to hear from local experts on products, services, resources and educational programs available to help your business thrive.

Leveraging AI in Your Business
2026-02-04 12:00 - 17:00 | online, 12 Constance Street, London, England, United Kingdom
Description:
AI becoming an accessible, affordable tool for small and midsize businesses. In this webinar, we’ll explore how business owners can realistically use AI to save time, improve customer experiences, and streamline everyday operations without losing the human touch that makes local businesses special.
Our panel of experts will break down what AI can (and can’t) do right now, share real-world examples, and offer practical guidance on getting started responsibly. Whether you’re curious, cautious, or already experimenting, this session will help you understand how to leverage AI as a support tool, not a replacement, for your business.
About Our Speakers
Kate Stallings is the owner of Kate Creative Media LLC, a web design and digital marketing company located in Canton, MA and Delray Beach, Florida. Whether you need to spruce up your current website or searching for the right local company to help bring your business online this year with a sophisticated website, she can help.
Ruth Agbaji is an entrepreneur, educator, and AI strategist dedicated to helping small business owners unlock growth through innovation. She is the founder of Thraive AI, where she builds custom AI-powered knowledge assistants that transform the way franchisors, healthcare systems, and coaching brands deliver training, support, and scale.
Ruth’s journey began in Nigeria, where she developed her passion for problem-solving and technology. After moving to the United States, she combined her technical expertise with her love for teaching to launch Code Wiz, a children’s coding and robotics franchise that grew to over 40 locations nationwide. Her leadership and vision earned her recognition as a thought leader in both education and entrepreneurship.
Today, Ruth brings the same spirit of innovation to her work in AI. She is the author of The 25-Hour Day, a forthcoming book that shows small business owners how to reclaim time and accelerate growth with practical AI tools. She also speaks at conferences and universities, including Babson College, where she helps entrepreneurs embrace emerging technologies with confidence.
Beyond business, Ruth is deeply committed to empowering underrepresented voices and building tools that make knowledge more accessible. Her TEDx talk, “Think Like a Coder,” highlights her belief in creativity, grit, and the transformative power of building something from nothing.
April Hunter (she/they) is an Energetic Business Growth Specialist, Business Psychic Medium, and Fractional CFO. As the founder of Metaphysical Money, April blends Human Design, intuitive guidance, and financial systems to help spiritual entrepreneurs structure their business with soul. Her integration and implementation using AI guides clients from vision to sovereignty, without bypassing their energy, identity, or purpose.

Lunch and Learn: Accounting 101 for Small Business Owners
2026-02-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 5 Patti Page Way, Centerville, MA, 02632, United States
Confused by bookkeeping vs accounting vs taxes? You’re not alone. We will break down the basics in plain English so business owners can actually understand their numbers.
We’ll cover how bookkeeping tracks day-to-day activity, how accounting interprets that data for smarter decisions and growth, and how taxation applies rules, deadlines and compliance. You’ll learn who does what and how these pieces work together to keep your business healthy and compliant.
Perfect for solopreneurs, seasonal businesses, and anyone who wants clarity instead of chaos around their finances. No jargon. No shame. Just practical knowledge you can actually use.
Facilitated by Katherine Donovan, CPA, Cape Cod Chamber Member

Meet Smart Lunch and Learn
2026-02-10 12:00 - 13:00 | CapeSpace Hyannis, 100 Independence Drive, Hyannis, MA, 02601, United States
Medical Planning with Kath King, R.N.
Medical planning is often overlooked, even though it plays a major role in how we navigate health decisions for ourselves and our families.
Join us for the first session in our Work Smart Lunch & Learn series, led by Kath King, medical wellness advocate and nationally board-certified nurse coach. In this session, Kath will walk through what medical planning really means, why it’s so often pushed aside, and how thinking ahead can reduce stress and uncertainty when it matters most.
This Lunch & Learn is designed to be practical, approachable, and easy to fit into the workday.

2026 Economic Forecast Breakfast
2026-02-24 08:00 - 10:00 | Emerald Resort’s Hyport Conference Center
What’s Ahead for Cape Cod in 2026?

Join us for the Greater Hyannis Chamber of Commerce
2026 Economic Forecast Breakfast —
a must-attend morning for business leaders, nonprofits, and
community decision-makers who want to stay ahead of the curve.

Due to the significant snowstorm forecast and concerns around road conditions, the Greater Hyannis Chamber of Commerce made the decision to reschedule our Economic Forecast Breakfast originally planned for Tuesday, January 27.
We are pleased to share that the Economic Forecast Breakfast has been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 24, at the same time and location as originally planned.

Date: Tuesday, February 24

Time: 8:00 – 10:00 AM

Location: The Emerald Resort, Hyannis

Start your morning at 8:00 AM with a full breakfast buffet and plenty of networking, followed by timely insights from regional leaders shaping Cape Cod’s economic future.

Featured Speakers

Mark Ells, Town Manager, Town of Barnstable
Rachael Aiken, CFP®, Chief Wealth Management Officer, Cape Cod Five
Alisa Magnotta, Chief Executive Officer, Housing Assistance Corporation
Update from the Cape & Islands Bridges Coalition

From municipal planning and housing challenges to wealth trends, workforce realities, and bridge infrastructure, this program delivers real-world insight into the forces that will impact Cape Cod businesses in the year ahead.

A special thank you to our Presenting Sponsor and Underwriter, Cape Cod Five, for their continued leadership and support of the regional business community.

Space is limited. Reserve your seat today! $45 per person. Tables of 10 for $450
(Your future self — and your 2026 planning — will thank you.)

Nonprofit Networking
2026-03-12 17:00 - 18:30 | England
Philanthropy Partners of the Cape and Islands (PPCI) invites you to a free, in-person, Business After Hours Networking Event at Heroes in Transition, 766 Falmouth Rd, Unit A-9, (Madaket Place on Route 28) in Mashpee, on Thursday, March 12, 2026 from 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm.

Join us to celebrate the spirit of collaboration and community with fellow non-profit professionals. Light refreshments will be available.
Open to all nonprofit professionals, volunteers and board members!
This in person event is FREE to attend with advance registration for both PPCI members and non-members, please register online via the link below. Pre-registration is strongly recommended.
This is a great time for nonprofit professionals and volunteers to network, learn more about PPCI, and experience Heroes in Transition.

2026 Annual Dinner Meeting & Celebration of the Citizen of the Year and Unsung Heroes
2026-03-19 17:30 - 19:30 | The Club at New Seabury, 95 Shore Drive West, Mashpee, 02649, United States
Join us for the 2026 Annual Meeting at The Club at New Seabury! The 2026 Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 19, 2025 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm at The Club at New Seabury. During this event, we will honor local residents by awarding the 2026 Citizen of the Year and Mashpee Unsung Heroes Awards.
If you know someone who should be recognized for either of these awards, please submit our nomination form below by February 13, 2026.

Evening Networking at Woodruff's Art Center
2026-03-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Woodruff’s Art Center, 1 Market St, Mashpee, 02649, United States
Join us on Wednesday, March 25 for some Business After Hours networking fun at Woodruff’s Art Center. Open to all!

Good Morning Networking at Salty Broad Studios
2026-03-27 08:00 - 09:00 | England

Travel & Tourism Industry Forum 2026
2026-03-31 09:30 - 12:00 | Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod, 1225 Iyannough Rd, Hyannis, MA, 02601, United States
Due to the February blizzard that forced us to cancel the original event, the Cape Cod Travel and Tourism Forum has been rescheduled to March 31.
If you previously purchased a ticket, you will be automatically registered for the new date—no action needed on your part.
Registration is now open for anyone who would like to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!
The 2026 Travel & Tourism Industry Forum brings together leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from across Cape Cod to discuss trends, share strategies, and shape the future of our region’s tourism economy.
2026 Travel & Tourism Industry Forum: A Critical Conversation
The 2026 Travel and Tourism Industry Forum will feature a robust agenda, including remarks from Paul Niedzwiecki, CEO of the Cape Cod Chamber, who will delve into why Cape Cod deserves a fair and equitable share of state tourism dollars.
This is an important day of insight, collaboration, and advocacy for our industry. Read more in the February edition of The Cape Cod Chamber Collective CEO’s Corner

Cape & Islands Legislative Breakfast
2026-04-10 08:30 - 10:30 | DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Cod-Hyannis,, 287 Iyannough Rd, Hyannis, 02601, United States
The Cape Cod Chamber Legislative Breakfast brings business leaders and policymakers together for focused discussion on the issues affecting our regional economy. Designed to elevate the voice of Cape Cod’s business community in the legislative and regulatory process, the Legislative Breakfast provides a forum for timely policy updates and direct dialogue with elected officials.
The Legislative Breakfast event is one component of the Cape Cod Chamber’s broader, ongoing work to advocate for regional business priorities at the local, state, and federal levels of government.
Support the Cape Cod Legislative Breakfast as a Sponsor. Learn more
Thank you to our sponsors:
WAVE MAKER SPONSOR

SKYLINE SPONSORS

Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce & Boutique on the Buy Way Host Evening Business Connections Networking Event
2026-04-22 16:30 - 18:30 | England
Falmouth, MA – March 16, 2026 — The Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce and Boutique on the Buy Way invite local professionals, entrepreneurs, and community members to an early evening Business Connections Networking Event on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Boutique on the Buy Way, 47 North Main Street, Falmouth.
This engaging after-hours event offers a relaxed and welcoming environment to build new relationships, strengthen existing partnerships, and connect with fellow members of the local business community. Attendees will enjoy light refreshments, meaningful conversations, and the opportunity to expand their professional network.
As a special incentive, guests will receive 20% off all non-sale merchandise during the event — the perfect opportunity to shop while you connect.
Whether you’re looking to grow your business, meet new collaborators, or simply enjoy a productive evening out, this networking event promises valuable connections and a vibrant community atmosphere.
For more information or to register, please visit www.capecodcanalchamber.org, email member@capecodcanalchamber.org, or call (508) 759-6000.

Business After Hours Hosted by Zebra Visuals & Fred Astaire
2026-04-22 16:30 - 18:30 | England
Please join us for our monthly Business After Hours event! Unlock new opportunities and connect with fellow professionals at our upcoming Business After Hours gathering. This event is the perfect chance to build relationships, share ideas, and expand your network in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere. Don’t miss out—bring your business cards and get ready to mix, mingle, and make lasting connections. We look forward to seeing you there!
Hosted by Zebra Visuals & Fred Astaire

2026 Wage and Hour Compliance Seminar
2026-05-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 5 Patti Page Way, Centerville, MA, 02632, United States
WAGE AND HOUR AND SEASONAL IMMIGRATION COMPLIANCEFOR CAPE COD BUSINESSES – HYBRID EVENT
HEAR FROM THE US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR REGARDING ENFORCEMENT AND BRING YOUR QUESTIONS!

There have been several recent dramatic changes in immigration and employment-related laws, standards and practices affecting how hospitality industry businesses and seasonal businesses in Massachusetts engage and pay employees. The United States Department of Labor and the Massachusetts Office of the Attorney General continue to target the industry for compliance audits and have emphasized the use of stiffer penalties (such as multiple damages and civil monetary penalties) when enforcing wage and hour laws. Immigration compliance, including the engagement of seasonal workers, continues to evolve.
On Tuesday, May 5, 2026 the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce will sponsor an important and informative event designed to provide our membership with all of the tools necessary to comply with seasonal immigration and wage and hour laws. The event will be a hybrid event available via Teams or in person commencing at 9:00 a.m. The event will take place and be broadcast from the CCCC offices, 5 Patti Page Way, Centerville. Topics to be addressed include:

Traversing the seasonal worker immigration compliance landscape;
How to comply with both federal and state wage laws (and why employers must do both);
How to avoid common, but potentially crippling, mistakes in calculating and paying minimum wage and overtime;
Compliance with the Massachusetts and Federal Tipping Law;
The proper categorization of workers – exempt v. non-exempt and contractors v. employees;
Common mistakes in the hospitality industry;
Personal liability, multiple damages and attorneys’ fees exposure under Massachusetts and federal law; and,
What you should do if faced with a government audit or threatened litigation.

THIS IS THE ONLY SEMINAR ON CAPE COD THIS SPRING FOCUSED ON CAPE COD BUSINESSES AND FEATURING A SPEAKER FROM THE GOVERNMENT AGENCY CHARGED WITH ENFORCING THESE LAWS!

Our panel of experts includes:
Thomas Carroll John F. Tocci Matthew Lee
Community Outreach & Davis, Malm & D’Agostine, P.C. Lee & Novi
Resource Planning One Boston Place, 37th Floor 1600 Falmouth Road, Ste 35
US Department of Labor Boston, MA 02108 Centerville, MA 02632
Wage and Hour Division

Our panel will be available to answer any questions you may have regarding Immigration and Wage and Hour compliance.
Registration is required.

Nonprofit Development Planning and Grant Writing
2026-05-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 5 Patti Page Way, Centerville, MA, 02632, United States
Just like a for-profit business, your nonprofit needs money to launch, operate, and grow.
During this 3-hour, in-person workshop, two SCORE nonprofit experts will teach you the importance of a Fundraising Development Plan and how to create one.
This roadmap for raising the financial resources and support needed to further your mission ensures that your fundraising efforts are organized, repeatable, and scalable.
You will learn
What nonprofit development is
Why having a Fundraising Development Plan is so critical
The elements of an effective plan
Sources of revenue
Your board’s role in raising funds

2026-05-16 17:30 - 22:00 | England
Goulian Aviation Hangar – Plymouth Airport
648 Burke’s Way Gate 6, Hangar SW-2
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Arrival/Departure Times 5:30 – 10:00pm

Pre-flight cocktails • First Class Meal • In-flight Entertainment •
Silent Auction • Presentation of Awards • Dancing In The Aisles

2026 Awards Recipients
Adele A. Manfredi Excellence in Education Award:
Kathy McMinn
Robert C. Betters Founders Award:
Plymouth Family Network
Visionary Award:
Womanade at The Pinehills

Come dressed as a first-class passenger in cocktail chic or take our aviation theme to new heights and grab your pilot’s hat, stewardess uniform, aviator glasses, flight suits, or leather jackets, whatever makes you feel ready to take off! Prizes will be awarded for the best aviation-themed attire.

Secure your boarding pass now!

2026 Watchlist
2026-06-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod, 1225 Iyannough Rd, Hyannis, MA, 02601, United States
5th Annual Watchlist AwardsCape & Plymouth Marketing proudly presents the 5th Annual Watchlist Awards, taking place on June 11 at Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod.
The Watchlist Awards were created to celebrate local businesses that are established (in business at least one year) and truly on the rise—the ones building momentum, growing their presence, and making a meaningful impact in our community.
This is not about how big you are—it’s about where you’re headed.
If you’re showing up, putting in the work, and your business is gaining traction, this is your moment to be recognized.
Eligibility & Notes

Businesses must be locally owned and in operation for at least one year
All nominations are reviewed before local choice voting to ensure they align with the Watchlist mission—recognizing businesses to WATCH: up-and-coming, making waves, and gaining momentum in our community. If Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing determines a nomination isn’t the right fit based on eligibility and overall alignment, we reserve the right to withhold it from voting and recommend it for future consideration.

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Event Gallery
Thank you for attending the 2026 Watchlist! Enjoy these photos from the event. Any event related questions, please reach out to cara@capeplymouthbusiness.com
