The Professional Training and Development program, offered by the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce, will take place virtually via Zoom during the months of April, May, and June of 2026. This important workforce development program has trained over 2,000 people since its inception in 1986 and has received many awards along the way, including a Presidential Citation and The Governor’s Laurel Award.
These programs/classes are FREE to the public and are designed to provide individuals with the necessary skills to compete in today’s demanding workforce and to increase productivity in the workplace.
The 2026 classes offered include:
- Career & Personal Coaching
- Strategic Leadership – Managing Yourself and Leading Others
- Social Media/Personal and Business Adaptation
- Google Suites (Sheets, Docs & Slides)
- Money Matters/Financial Management
How Sign-Up Works
If you’re interested in taking any of the classes listed, please complete the interest form and indicate which classes you’d like to attend.
Once you submit the form, we will:
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Email you the Zoom information and a reminder for the Program Orientation
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Send Zoom details and reminders for each class as it gets closer to its start date
By submitting the form, you’re letting us know that you plan to attend the classes you select. Please sign up only for classes you are reasonably able to participate in, and let us know if your availability changes. This helps us plan appropriately and ensures our instructors’ time is used well.
We’re excited to have you join us and look forward to learning together!
Program/Class Orientation
We will be holding a program orientation via Zoom on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. for all individuals interested in these classes.
During the orientation, Program Director Lorenzo Marshall will provide an overview of the classes being offered and will be available to answer any questions you may have. This session is a great opportunity to learn more about the program and determine which classes may be the best fit for you.
We encourage all interested participants to attend.
Upcoming Classes & Dates
All classes are scheduled to be held 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.
Career & Personal Coaching
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Monday, April 20
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Wednesday, April 22
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Monday, April 27
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Wednesday, April 29
Strategic Leadership: Managing Yourself and Leading Others
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Monday, May 4
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Wednesday, May 6
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Monday, May 11
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Wednesday, May 13
Google Suites (Sheets, Docs & Slides)
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Tuesday, May 19
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Thursday, May 21
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Tuesday, May 26
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Thursday, May 28
Money Matters: Financial Management
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Tuesday, June 2
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Thursday, June 4
Social Media: Personal and Business Adaptation
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Tuesday, June 9
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Thursday, June 11
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Tuesday, June 16
Participation Commitment
Our Professional Training and Development classes are designed to support your growth, and we truly appreciate the instructors who take time out of their day to share their knowledge and lead these sessions.
When you sign up for or express interest in a class, please do your best to show up and participate. No-shows or very low attendance make it challenging to keep offering these trainings and can mean an instructor has set aside time and prepared for a class that no one attends.
If something comes up and you’re no longer able to attend a class you signed up for, please let us know as soon as possible. This helps us plan better and ensures we’re being respectful of everyone’s time.
Thank you for helping us keep these classes valuable, engaging, and worthwhile for both participants and instructors.
We are excited to once again offer these free classes for those who want to improve their skillset and their professional prospects. We are grateful to the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development for their support of this important program for our community.
Please contact Lorenzo Marshall for additional information on this program at 860-347-6924 or email: lorenzo@middlesexchamber.com