About Us Background
ESTABLISHED 1987

Our Mission & History

“Harnessing the power of business and town leadership to promote progress in the New Hartford CT region.”

Fostering a Legacy of Local Business Partnership

Our Mission is to create and promote a professional and productive partnership among area businesses. Since our inception in 1987, the New Hartford Business Council has served as the vital bridge between commerce and community.

Formed by a dedicated group of volunteers, local business owners, and government leaders, the NHBC represents the collective voice of our region’s economic engine. We believe that by standing together, we can preserve the historic character of our town while embracing modern growth and opportunity.

37+YEARS OF SERVICE
100+LOCAL MEMBERS
NHBC Meeting

“Strength through Community.”

Board of Directors

The dedicated individuals guiding the vision of the NHBC and advocating for New Hartford’s business community.

Ed Benecchi
PRESIDENT

Ed Benecchi

Edward Jones

president@nhbc.org
John Burdick
VICE PRESIDENT

John Burdick

Parterra LLC

vicepresident@nhbc.org
Sam Arvidson
TREASURER

Sam Arvidson

Berkshire Savings Bank

economic@nhbc.org
Myra Emrick
MEMBERSHIP

Myra Emrick

NHBC Executive Team

member@nhbc.org
Joe Galiatsatos
DIRECTOR AT LARGE

Joe Galiatsatos

SitSligo LLC

director@nhbc.org
Karen Leonard
BOARD MEMBER

Karen Leonard

Edward Jones

info@nhbc.org
Laura LHeureux
BOARD MEMBER

Laura LHeureux

Chic Furniture by Laura

info@nhbc.org

Open Board Seat - Secretary

Administrative Leadership

Lead the coordination of board meetings, maintain records, and ensure effective communication across the council.

info@nhbiz.org

Open Board Seat - Marketing

Marketing & Outreach

Drive promotional initiatives, manage member visibility programs, and enhance the NHBC's community presence.

marketing@nhbiz.org

Open Board Seat

Board Leadership

Join our leadership team and contribute your expertise to shape the future of New Hartford's business community.

info@nhbiz.org

The NHBC is committed to driving a better environment for all of us to do business by providing tools and resources for each of us to thrive.