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For Immediate Release: March 11, 2024 General Dynamics Electric Boat Joins Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce’s Chairman’s Circle The Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce (GNACC) is pleased to announce that General Dynamics Electric Boat in collaboration with buildsubmarines.com has become a Chairman’s Circle Member. This significant step emphasizes Electric Boat's vital role in our community and its commitment to supporting the Chamber's mission of connecting, supporting, and engaging businesses in the greater Norwich area. As a Chairman's Circle member, Electric Boat's contribution goes beyond standard dues, actively supporting GNACC's initiatives to foster community prosperity and growth.The Chairman’s Circle represents a dedicated group of businesses and individuals who have made a significant annual financial investment in support of GNACC's initiatives, programs and projects. Electric Boat has been a staunch supporter of GNACC's Manufacturing Career Expo and Manufacturing Career Roadshow events. In the fall of 2023, the Manufacturing Career Roadshow hosted nearly 600 students from local schools, aiming to create awareness and interest in the diverse opportunities within the manufacturing sector. Representatives from Electric Boat have also joined GNACC’s Education & Workforce Development Committee, highlighting their dedication to building bridges between businesses, educators, and students. “Electric Boat’s partnership with the Chamber of Commerce goes beyond collaboration; it embodies a commitment to fostering and nurturing a thriving workforce and driving sustainable development in our community,” said Jessica Key, Manager of Supplier and Workforce Development. Established in 1899, Electric Boat has established standards of excellence in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the U.S. Navy. Primary operations are the shipyard in Groton, CT, the automated hull-fabrication and outfitting facility in Quonset Point, RI, and an engineering building in New London, CT. After adding 5,383 new workers in 2023, EB Currently employs 22,390 people, including 15,208 in Groton, New London and Stonington. (3/6/2024) General Dynamics Electric Boat is located at 75 Eastern Point Road, Groton CT. For more information, visit www.gdeb.com or call 860/433-3000. The Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce is the voice of the northern region of New London County. If you own a business and are not yet a member of the Greater Norwich Chamber, you cannot afford not to be. Give us a call at (860) 887-1647 or join online at www.norwichchamber.com to learn more. For Further Information, please contact Angela Adams, Executive Director of GNACC at 860/887-1647.