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April 2018 
IN THIS ISSUE:
A Message from the Team
2018 Chamber Cup Golf Tournament
Business After Hours News
Milestone Celebration News
Welcome to our Newest Chamber Members!
Member Promotions
Social Media Central - Member Features & More
A MESSAGE FROM THE TEAM

 

Dear Members,

Warm weather is finally here!  We can't be happier about the change in the season and all of the great things that come with it! And that includes  the 2018 Chamber Cup Golf Tournament!  Spaces are filling up fast for this event, so don't miss your chance to get in on all the fun! (be sure to read on for additional information and registration info!)

Along with the Golf Tournament, we want to make sure to highlight a few of our current projects and programs, including:
 


Business After Hours:   Our BAH Mixers are in full swing!  With 11 locations for the year, these monthly networking events offer a variety of benefits to each hosting member business, including marketing and promotional support that help with generating new business relationships and meeting future customers!  






E-News Advertising Program:  This is popular for members looking to send a tailored message about their programs & services, people, products, or property, by sending their information to a targeted business audience.  The Chamber's email list includes over 600 local and regional businesses, community members, individuals and group contacts.    

More program and event news is included below, and as always, we look forward to working with you all, and encourage you to reach out or stop in, to let us know what is happening in your world!



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The Chamber Team
4/27/18

 
2018 Chamber Cup Golf Tournament

Registration Deadline ENDS TODAY!

  
 
 
 
The 
2018 Chamber Cup Golf 
Tournament will be held on 
  
Wednesday, May 23 at Big Oak 
Golf Course

This year's event will also 
feature a brand new theme....

...Join us for a day of fun golfing...


...Or participate in one of our many on-course games and activity stations...



Attention Participants:
*Only 8 Team spaces and 3 Tournament Activity spaces remaining!*

Don't miss out on the 2018 Chamber Cup Golf Tournament- make your reservation today!

Team Sponsor Package:  $750
Golf & Go for 4:  $550
Tournament Advertising & Activity Package:  $250
(...hurry!  deadline to register is TODAY,  Friday, April 27!)




BUSINESS AFTER HOURS NEWS

April BAH Photo Recap
Thank You CCN International!

Thank you again to all of our members and partners who joined us for our April BAH Mixer!  A special thank you goes out to our host, CCN International for a great event!

Guests had the opportunity to tour the facility and learn about the design process of the company's high-end office furniture products!

{See below for a photo recap of the event, courtesy of 
Neil Sjoblom Photography!}

Welcome to the GACoC's April BAH Mixer!


Guests arrive at the April BAH Mixer.


Guests had the opportunity to tour CCN during the April BAH Mixer.



The GACoC team has expanded!  Introducing Andrea Deckert (left), the new Member Relations Specialist! 


The GACoC team!


President and Owner Dick Conoyer of CCN welcomes guests to the Mixer.



April's Door Prize Drawings included custom clocks made by CCN International!


Thank you again to the team at CCN for hosting the Chamber's April Business After Hours Networking Mixer!


Want to see more photos from the event?  Visit our website by clicking here.

Join us on  Wednesday, May 9th from  5-7 pm at  Petrella Phillips LLP for our next BAH Networking Mixer!

Formerly Fredericksen Sirianni LLP, Petrella Phillips LLP offers a wide variety of tax and financial advisory services to large commercial businesses as well as individual clients. Located in downtown Geneva, Petrella Phillips has been serving the Rochester and Finger Lakes region for over 45 years!
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2018 BAH Season Pass Program
Forgot to reserve your 2018 BAH Season Pass?

Don't worry- Season Passes are still available for reservation now at a discounted rate!
Contact the Chamber today at (315) 789-1776 or email info@genevany.com to learn more about this special discount!
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By promoting the host property's location, products, services, and staff, Business After Hours Networking Mixers offer a variety of benefits to each hosting member business. Featuring ten locations per year, BAH Mixers generate enhanced exposure and awareness for member properties, helping to build new relationships, connect with new customers, which aids with the overall growth of the business!

For more information about how your business can host a BAH Mixer, please call the Chamber at (315) 789-1776 or email info@genevany.com.
MILESTONE CELEBRATION NEWS


{Photo by Neil Sjoblom.}

A large crowd was present at the official ribbon cutting celebration that was co-hosted by the Geneva Area Chamber of Commerce at WeBe Brewing on Thursday, March 29.  Chamber staff, several board members, committee volunteers, local business owners and employees gathered to show their support at the event, which included a ceremonial ribbon cutting presentation under the Chamber's popular Member Milestone Celebration Program. The program was introduced in 2016 as a benefit for members of the Chamber, with the purpose of providing awareness and exposure for the many businesses and organizations that the Chamber represents.

Included in photo:   Owners Colleen and Dan Lieberg, seated front row, in addition with their brewmaster Colin Brumsted (far right, row 3), along with friends and family.  Chamber representatives included Chamber Executive Director, Miranda Odell (second row, far right); Member Programs & Events Coordinator, Abby Wandell (front row, far left); 2018 Ambassador Committee Chair, Alexa Wessie of Reliant Community Federal Credit Union (front row, far right); Ambassadors, Karen Dean of Reliant Community Federal Credit Union (front row, second from left); Tara Rago of Lyons National Bank (second row, second from right); Board Members, Tanya Taylor of Petrella Phillips (third row, center); Chad Lahr of Community Proud Apparel and I Heart the FLX (third row, center); Stacey Pierce of Hobart and William Smith Colleges (second row, third from right); and Bob McCarthy of the Town of Geneva (third row, far left).

Want to see more photos from the event?  Click on the image below to visit our website!


Milestone Celebrations are a benefit of Chamber membership and provide awareness and exposure for member businesses by promoting the important components of who they are and what they do, such as their people, property, products and services. Examples of other Milestone Celebrations can include Anniversary Celebrations, Grand Re-Openings, or Relocation-based Open Houses.

For more information about how your business can host a Milestone Celebration, please call the Chamber at (315) 789-1776 or email info@genevany.com.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CHAMBER MEMBERS!

On behalf of the entire staff and board members  of the Geneva Area Chamber of Commerce,  we would like  to welcome our newest members!

Hope and Help Counseling
324 North Street, Suite 4
Geneva, NY 14456
(315) 879-3289

Located at 324 North St., Suite 4 in Geneva, Hope and Help Counseling focuses on helping people overcome life challenges and changes. John Eichenberger, LMHC CASAC, offers mental health counseling and therapy for all ages and for a variety of concerns. He has been counseling in various forms and locations for over thirty years. To learn more, call 315-789-3289 or visit www.hopeandhealthcounseling.net


Lagana Plumbing Heating and Air
217 South Main Street
Newark, NY 14513
(315) 331-3580


Lagana Plumbing Heating and Air has been proudly serving the Wayne, Ontario, Eastern Monore and the Finger Lakes Regions for more than 70 years and are dedicated to total customer satisfaction.  With factory trained technicians, their employees are not only knowledgeable in their field; they are committed to always doing what is in the costumer's best interest.  To learn more, call 315-331-3580 or visit www.laganaheatingandplumbing.com.

MEMBER PROMOTIONS
 
 
Want to see your ad here in our next newsletter?

Keep reading to learn how your business can take advantage of the Chamber's advertising opportunities!

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Guardian Glass in Geneva is hiring!  Positions are open in the production department and warehouse.  The company offers a competitive hourly rate, bonuses and a variety of other benefits!  Applicants must be 18 years-old.  Stop by their facility at 50 Forge Avenue to pick up an application or call their human resources department at 315-787-7000 for more info!


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Do you have news you want to share on behalf of your business or organization?  Or maybe an upcoming event or special you'd like to share with your fellow Chamber members?

Take advantage of our Digital Marketing Program!

Includes:
  • Placement of member's advertisement in monthly e-newsletter, The Chamber Connection
  • Placement of member's advertisement in additional e-blasts and communications for upcoming events, news, or reminders during that month
  • Printed copies of member advertisement to use for display and distribution at the Chamber's office and downtown visitor center during that month
  • Two (2) featured posts on social media

*Spaces available on first come, first serve basis.*
Contact the Chamber at (315) 789-1776 or by emailing info@genevany.com.

SOCIAL MEDIA CENTRAL
Follow us on Facebook  @GenevaAreaChamber

#MembershipMatters #LetUsTellYourStory #MemberNews
 
Our members have been staying busy! Check out the info below to see some of the most popular posts that we've shared on the Chamber's Facebook page.



Another member #fastfact!  Did you know New York Kitchen is the the new name of the New York Wine & Culinary Center?  The on-site restaurant also features a new menu with farm-to-restaurant dishes, including casual comfort food and plant-based options!




#MembersInTheMedia Congratulations to War Horse Brewing, part of Three Brothers Winery & Estates, for being named one of the fastest  growing craft breweries of 2017.  War Horse was also the most awarded brewery at the New York State Governor's Cup 2017!  To read the full article, click here.



More #MembersInTheMedia!  This month, Sky High Architecture was featured as one of the Finger Lakes Times' Business of the Week!  Click here to check out the full story and congrats again to the Sky High team!





This month, Luigi's Old World Market & Cafe featured a throwback special- a Trash Plate from the Joe's Hots days!

 


Geneva Area Chamber of Commerce
One Franklin Square, Suite 202
PO Box 587
Geneva, NY 14456
 
Phone: 315-789-1776  |  Fax: 315-789-3993
Email: info@genevany.com  |  www.genevany.com
  
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Upcoming Chamber Member Events

What: The Ravinous Table- A Special Wine & Food Experience

When: Select Friday & Saturday evenings

Where: Ravines Wine Cellars


What:  Lecturer to Review History of Medicine

When:  Wednesday, 5/2/18
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM

Where:  Geneva Historical Society

What : 26th Annual Wine & Herb Festival

When: Friday, 5/4/18 - 
Sunday, 5/6/18

Where : Participating Cayuga Lake Wine Trail Members


What:  FLFCU Free Shred Day

When:  Saturday, 5/12/18
10:00 AM- 12:00 PM

Where:  Finger Lakes Federal Credit Union


Where:    The Gould Hotel

What:  Mother's Day Brunch

When:  Sunday, 5/13/18
10:00 AM- 2:00 PM





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Additional Chamber Member events can be found by visiting the Chamber's website and viewing the 

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for instructions on how to post your info!


More Local Events

Looking for something fun to do in and around Geneva?  Check out  the 
City of Geneva's 


Board of Directors

Next Meeting:
Tuesday, May 22
4:00 pm
One Franklin Square

Board Chair
Mark Varvayanis

Officers
Charlie Bartishevish
Josh Miller
Tanya Taylor

  Directors
Kim Aliperti
Polly Clark
John Cromartie
Jeff Kowalski
Chad Lahr
John Latanyshyn
Rebecca Mack
Doug Parkinson
Dr. Stacey Pierce
Ryan Wallace

 
Ex-Officio
Paul Barrett
Jason Hagerman
Bob McCarthy
Mark Palmieri



Chamber Staff

Miranda Odell
Executive Director &
Vice-President 

   Abby Wandell
  Membership Programs & Events Coordinator

Andrea Deckert
Member Relations 
Specialist

 
About Us


The Geneva Area Chamber of Commerce is a private, membership-based organization with a sole focus of serving and representing its member businesses and organizations.

As a primary benefit of Membership, the Chamber generates awareness and provides exposure for its members by effectively promoting the people, property, products and services of each.