The Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce's annual meeting and luncheon last week served to help say goodbye to a leader as well as welcome a new institution to the local community.

The 71th annual meeting marked the final one led by Chamber President and CEO Robin Wilson, who recently announced her retirement.

Wilson recalled her time leading the Chamber and talked about the growth it has experienced over the years and will continue to post.

"I see us going in one direction, and that is up," she said.

Board Chair Paul Mayer thanked Wilson for her service and also noted the success of the Chamber over the years.

Mayer said he feels the most gratifying part of the Chamber is participating in the ribbon cuttings.

"It's wonderful to see new businesses in Wallingford and North Haven," Mayer said.

Welcoming a New School

The guest speaker for the event held on June 6 at the Holiday Inn in North Haven was Dr. Bruce Koeppen, founding dean of the Frank H. Netter M.D. School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University. Koeppen talked about the past, present, and future of the new medical school that will welcome its first class of students this August.

Koeppen said two questions he is often asked are: Why open a new medical school? Why Quinnipiac?

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Goodbye Chamber Leader, Hello Medical School