Jessica Olander, President, Connecticut River Valley Chamber
Jessica Olander is the President of the CT River Valley Chamber of Commerce, leading efforts to support business growth, advocacy, and community connections.
With a strong background in business development, she has expanded membership, enhanced networking programs, and introduced innovative events that empower local businesses.
Passionate about collaboration, she works closely with business owners, government, and community organizations to drive sustainable growth.
Committed to professional development and economic vitality, Jessica continues to shape the Chamber as a hub for business success, providing valuable resources and opportunities for its members.
The Chamber serves over 565 businesses across East Hartford, Marlborough, Glastonbury and Hebron. With such a diverse membership, Jessica believes the key to success is listening closely to members’ needs and responding with meaningful solutions.
CRVChamber.org | 860-659-3587
Heather Colp, Colp Design & Building
After more than two decades working in design and construction around the world, Heather Colp launched Colp Building Consulting, a business focused on guiding building projects from concept to completion.
Colp’s Glastonbury-based firm provides project management and owner’s representative services for commercial construction. She coordinates architects, contractors, engineers and clients to keep projects organized, on schedule and within budget.
With a degree from Syracuse University in environmental interior design, Heather began her career in the construction and architectural fields, an industry that historically has relatively few women. She expanded beyond interior design into the broader management of building projects.
She spent nearly 20 years living and working overseas in Taiwan, Japan and China, where she collaborated with her architect husband on large commercial and manufacturing projects. That l experience helped shape her collaborative approach to managing complex construction teams and working across cultures.
Her work ranges from commercial renovations to large-scale developments. She acts as a liaison between clients and construction professionals while handling the day-to-day coordination to keep projects moving forward.
Colpbuildng.com | 1-860-430-6815
Jaye Subramanian, Founder, Consult Vera
For many small business owners, managing taxes, bookkeeping and financial strategy can feel overwhelming. Jayashree “Jaye” Subramanian, owner of Consult Vera in Glastonbury, has built her business around helping entrepreneurs bring clarity and structure to those challenges.
Jaye is a CPA specializing in tax, accounting and business consulting needs for individuals and small businesses. Through Consult Vera, she provides a range of services including tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll setup for smooth processing, and business startup guidance that lasts generations.
Her approach goes beyond traditional accounting. Jaye works closely with clients to understand their long-term goals, helping them choose the right business structure, analyze financial performance, and develop strategies for sustainable growth & transition. After years of working with corporations and professionals, Jaye decided to start her own firm in 2020, focusing on personalized service and long-term partnerships with clients.
“At Vera, we believe in the value of relationships.”
Jaye works with a growing network of entrepreneurs and professionals, helping them navigate everything from tax planning to business strategy.
Her goal, she says, is to give business owners the financial insight and confidence they need to focus on building success.
Consultvera.com | 860-994-2791
Jenny Bergeron, Allegra Wealth Management
For Jenny Bergeron, building a future shouldn’t be stressful, intimidating or complicated. As founder and principal of Allegra Wealth Management, she has built her practice around helping clients feel confident about their financial future.
She believes financial planning should begin with people, not products. “Everybody worries about the same things. They’re afraid they’re not making smart decisions and they want to know they can retire without running out of money.”
Her career started in advertising, where she became interested in how money grows and impacts your life. She transitioned into the industry, but realized she wanted a different approach.
“I didn’t want to push investments just to hit quotas. I want to start with a person’s life. And I knew planning toward a goal was essential.”
She works with clients to develop comprehensive plans that include investing, cash-flow management, taxes and lifestyle goals. Through her broker-dealer, LPL Financial, she also draws on institutional research and market analysis.
Her goal, she says, is to replace financial anxiety with clarity.
“By the end of the process, people stand a little taller because they finally have a plan.”
allegrawealthmanagement.com | 860-430-2637
Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, a registered investment advisor. Member FINRA/SIPC
Jacqueline Goldstein, Jac’s Cleaning Service
At 23, Jacqueline Goldstein was raising a three-year-old son and a six-year-old daughter while working 50 hours a week and struggling to afford daycare. One night, she had a realization: she needed to earn more for her time while spending more time with her children.
The next day, she launched Jac’s Cleaning Service, LLC. Her first customers came from the restaurant where she worked — coworkers and patrons who had seen her work ethic.
“I’ve always been the type of person who doesn’t wait,” Goldstein says.
Fifteen years later, Jac’s Cleaning serves clients across Connecticut and Rhode Island, employing a team of 10 and handling jobs ranging from residential homes to commercial accounts at Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods. The company holds an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Despite the growth, Jac remains closely involved. She handles every estimate herself, often meeting clients during difficult moments.
“Sometimes people are grieving or overwhelmed. I want them to know they’re hiring someone who cares.”
Through that personal approach, Jac’s Cleaning has become a trusted resource for families and businesses seeking dependable, compassionate service.
jacscleaningservice.com | 860-303-6700
"By the end of the process, people stand a little taller because they finally have a plan." Jenny Bergeron
"Sometimes people are grieving or overwhelmed. I want them to know they’re hiring someone who cares about them." Jacqueline Goldstein