Town by Town: ‘Women in Business Summit’

Over in Springfield where Carla Cosenzi, owner of TommyCar Auto was a guest speaker at the annual “Women in Business Summit” on Friday.

As a successful businesswoman, Consenzi shared her experiences and insights on how to start and grow a business. She also discussed the challenges and opportunities for women as business owners.

“I’m honored to be here,” said Cosenzi. “I’m honored to be a panelist but I’m inspired by all of the women here and I think it’s really important to know that these are the women who are paving the path for the next generation coming up. These are the women who are inspiring our community who maybe want to start their own business or make a career change or need a support system or need a mentor.”

Friday’s summit attracted hundreds of women from various industries.

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Women’s Summit To Feature Inspiring Talk By TommyCar Owner Carla Cosenzi

Carla Cosenzi, owner of TommyCar Auto Group, has been invited to speak at the upcoming Women in Business (WIB) Summit in Springfield. The summit will take place this Friday, April 28, and is expected to attract hundreds of women from various industries.

As a successful entrepreneur, Cosenzi will share her experiences and insights on how to start and grow a business. She will also discuss the challenges and opportunities for women in a male-dominated field.

“I am honored to be invited to speak at the Women’s Summit,” Cosenzi said. “I believe that it is important for women to support and inspire each other, especially in male-dominated industries. I hope to motivate and empower the attendees to pursue their dreams and achieve their goals.”

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Surprise Squad honors beloved East Longmeadow math teacher

EAST LONGMEADOW, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - The Hyundai Dealers Surprise Squad is back and, this time, they took a trip to East Longmeadow High School. Students, staff, family, and friends all coming together to surprise their beloved math teacher, Jan Clini. It was an emotional surprise for everyone in the room as she is wrapping up her more than three decades in education and has made a mark for many as more than just a teacher.

Thirty-five years ago, Clini graduated college and entered the workforce with her master’s degree in business. She started working at a local insurance company, but that didn’t last very long. By lunchtime, on her first day, she quit.

However, Clini knew she couldn’t go home without a job, so she applied to dozens of schools and it was at that moment she began the next three decades working as a math teacher, but it became more than just a job for her, which is why her colleagues at East Longmeadow High School nominated her for the Hyundai Dealers Surprise Squad.

The surprises continued as the Western Mass. Hyundai Dealers gave back to Clini as she prepares to enter retirement in June.

“This was probably one of the most emotional Surprise Squads. There wasn’t a dry eye in the room. The kids were so emotional and she was so emotional, which may have something to do with the fact she’s retiring next year,” said Carla Cosenzi, president of Country Hyundai.

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Tom Cosenzi Scholarship is LIVE!

We're thrilled to announce that TommyCar Auto is offering a scholarship to graduating seniors at Hopkins Academy and Northampton High School!

As a proud member of the community, we're committed to supporting the next generation of leaders and helping students achieve their goals. Our scholarship will be awarded to a student who demonstrates academic excellence, community involvement, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.

If you or someone you know is a graduating senior at the participating schools, be sure to apply for our scholarship! Applications are due by May 31st.

We're honored to support the education and success of students in our community. Let's work together to build a brighter future! 

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Junior Achievement of Western Massachusetts Celebrity Bartending Fundraiser

Junior Achievement of Western Massachusetts collaborated with some local celebrities for a bartending fundraiser Tuesday night in Springfield.

Over at the Student Prince, Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno, Steve Nagle from Rock 102 WAQY, Carla Cosenzi from TommyCar Auto Group, and other business leaders served drinks for a great cause.

This was such an amazing event to be apart of. We do this every year and it seems my crowd gets bigger and bigger every year. Thank you everyone who came out, my team is amazing and always makes this a great night. My competition - Matt Maguire & Brian Houser - put on a good fight last night, however…I did win!

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