The Connecticut/Western Massachusetts chapter of SIOR recently held their winter holiday chapter meeting and dinner at The Hartford Club. The chapter would like to thank member Larry Levere, SIOR for hosting the event, and also thank and extend its appreciation to Claris Construction for so generously sponsoring the evening's activities.
During the meeting, the newest chapter member, Bob Pagani, was recognized for his recent acceptance as an industrial specialist into the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors. Pagani is a principal in the Colliers International Hartford office, and has been a top producer for the firm for the past five years.
Over forty members and guests attended the event, which included a networking cocktail hour following the business meeting, dinner, and entertainment featuring comedian R.C. Smith. Also in attendance were a few prospective SIOR members who joined the chapter for dinner and camaraderie. After dinner and before all the jokes were spun, chapter president Bruce Wettenstein roasted former chapter president Mark Duclos. Duclos was surprised and grateful of the recognition for his service and leadership to the organization over the past two years.
Reflecting on the chapter's get together, Duclos said, "Last night was a great mix of business, camaraderie, and fun. But even more so, it was the collection of people who excel in the careers coming together to share information, stories that will make our colleagues and friends better at what they do, and have fun while we do it. Many of us are competitors, but first and foremost we are a community; a community that has increasing reach and value. I believe that with that growth comes an increasing presence in the Connecticut and western Massachusetts business community. And with that presence, comes an increasing voice individually and collectively."
Please visit their website (www.siorct.com) to find additional information on the Connecticut/Western Massachusetts chapter, chapter members, and upcoming events.