VCRD Inaugural Community Social

Margaret Gibson

An evening for community members and leaders, volunteers, and partners committed to Vermont to learn about VCRD, network and enjoy the lake.

Lake Bomoseen Lodge

This event, at the Lake Bomoseen Lodge &amp; Taproom, is for community members and leaders, volunteers, and partners committed to Vermont. The short program will feature speakers from across the state as well as updates on VCRD initiatives and programs that connect with rural communities around Vermont. There will also be time for networking and connecting with friends old and new on the shores of beautiful Lake Bomoseen.VCRD is a dynamic partnership of national, state, local, non-profit, and private leaders – who listen to the opportunities and challenges in Vermont’s communities and support those who dedicate themselves to the progress of their communities and Vermont. This is a critical time to be focused on our small cities and towns.Come to the VCRD Community Social to engage with other leaders, learn more about VCRD, get involved, and celebrate the important community work happening across Vermont.Spaces are limited and registration is required. Tickets are $25, with options available for partial or no cost at checkout to be accessible to all without financial barriers. Please use code &quot;PARTIAL&quot; (for $10) or &quot;FRIEND&quot; (for no cost) at checkout.Proceeds for this event help cover costs for appetizers and VCRD programming and general support. For more information, visit vtrural.org/vcrd-community-social/ A special thank you to our sponsors, <a href="https://frontporchforum.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Front Porch Forum</a>, <a href="https://greenmountainpower.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Green Mountain Power</a>, <a href="https://www.hfcuvt.com/homepage" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Heritage Family Credit Union</a>, <a href="https://hhirschmannltd.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H. Hirschmann LTD</a>, <a href="https://mkfpropertiesvt.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">MKF Properties</a>, and <a href="https://www.velco.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Velco</a>.

Agenda

Doors Open: Hor d'oeuvres, Cash Bar, Networking

Welcome & Greetings from Rutland County: Lyle Jepson, Executive Director, Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region | Keynote Introduction: Lisa Ryan, Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Vermont Law and Graduate School and VCRD Board Member | Keynote: Melinda Humphrey, Manger of Tariffs & Rates, Green Mountain Power | VCRD ~ Who We Are & What We’re Seeing: Brian Lowe, Executive Director, Vermont Council on Rural Development | Closing Remarks: Julie Moore, Secretary, Vermont Agency of Natural Resources and VCRD Board Chair

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