The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce is one of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ fastest growing chambers, with more than 1,000 members, including small businesses, global enterprises, independent businesspeople, and civic-minded individuals. We proudly serve all five Cape Ann communities – Essex, Gloucester, Ipswich, Manchester-by-the-Sea, and Rockport. Much of our work is focused in these areas: -Promoting the region and raising the visibility of our members among residents and visitors -Helping businesses thrive by fostering connections, providing training and education, and offering programs that benefit these organizations-Addressing the economic, educational, and cultural needs of the Cape Ann region by providing support for key community prioritiesThe Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce offers its members a broad range of resources, including three websites (more than 400,000 views annually), three annual publications (printing more than with 260,000 copies), dozens of workshops and seminars, and a number of member savings programs, referral services and networking opportunities. We work closely with community and government leaders on economic, cultural and educational initiatives, and sponsor events across the region.

As the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for the City of Gloucester, Discover Gloucester works to promote tourism and the visitor based economy by increasing awareness of Gloucester as a desirable visitor destination while also improving the quality of life for Gloucester residents and local business owners with positive economic benefits.Discover Gloucester is a nonprofit 501-C-6, with grant support from the City of Gloucester, along with tourism-related local businesses that invest in advertising in our annual Discover Gloucester Visitor Guide and specially designed cooperative advertising packages and social media campaigns.

With my success at the valet manager position, my exceptional customer service skills were seen as transferable to our restaurants and hotels. I worked one summer as a restaurant manager in training before being given the opportunity to run the rooftop bar the following summer. These roles consisted mainly of customer service, damage control, and assisting staff and other employees when needed.

Originally began as part of the valet team but in a matter of months was promoted to manager. Worked with a team of 10 valets to ensure the safe and timely arrival and departure of guests. Many of the other duties consisted of security, janitorial work, upkeep, and event set up and break down.