November 2018 
IN THIS ISSUE:
A Message from the Team
2019 Annual Dinner Early Bird Tickets
Business After Hours News
Welcome to our Newest Chamber Members!
Member Promotions
Social Media Central - Member Features & More
A MESSAGE FROM THE TEAM
 

Dear Members,

Winter is on its way and we're excited for all of the great things that come with it! That includes preparing for the the 2019 Annual Dinner on Thursday, Jan. 24!  

Early bird tickets are now available, as are sponsorship opportunities and spots in the silent and live auctions, which are a great way to showcase your products and services! 

Along with the Annual Dinner, 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 a s 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!


Sincerely,
GACoC Team

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2019 Annual Dinner ~ Early Bird tickets now available!

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Date Announced:

The Chamber's 2019 Annual Dinner will be held on Thursday, January 24th 2019!

Get your early bird tickets now and secure your spot on the Shop Local! Buy Local! auctions. The live auction will be conducted by Hessney Auction Co.! Limited spots available, so call today! 


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Member Milestone Celebrations



Mark your calendars for our next Member Milestone Celebration from 4 to 6 pm at The Elephant Geneva! Stay tuned for pics in next month's newsletter from our most recent Milestone Celebration at Community Proud Apparel



BUSINESS AFTER HOURS NEWS

November BAH Photo Recap
Thank You Town of Geneva!

Thank you again to all of our members and partners who joined us for our November BAH Mixer!  A special thank you goes out to our host,  the Town of Geneva!

Attendees were able to learn more about several town businesses and organizations who set up booths there, as well as town economic development efforts. 

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

Welcome to the GACoC's November BAH Mixer!
 
Guests sampled food and drink, and learned about town businesses and organizations. 

 
A number of town businesses were represented.

 
Thank you again to the team at the Town of Geneva for hosting the Chamber's November Business After Hours Networking Mixer!

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

Up Next....

Join us on  Wednesday, December 12, 2018  from 
5-7 pm at Belhurst
 for our next BAH Networking Mixer!

While the town has retained its agricultural roots, it has grown with commercial and tourist development. The town's priorities focus on maintaining fiscal prudence, retaining the character of the community, remaining in a leadership position within the region and striking an agreeable balance between economic development and the quality of life for its residents. 
 

For more information about how your business can host a BAH Mixer, please call the Chamber at (315) 789-1776 or email [email protected].
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!



The Elephant Geneva
537 Exchange St.
(One Franklin Square)
Geneva, NY 14456
315-759-6048

Located on the ground floor at One Franklin Square in Geneva, The Elephant Geneva serves authentic Thai cuisine. Eat in, delivery or take out is available.  For more information, go to https://theelephantgeneva.business.site/



Hwa Rang Kwan New York
28 Seneca St.
Geneva, NY 14456
315-456-8565

Located at 28 Seneca St. in Geneva, HWA Rang Kwan New York offers Taekwondo, Kickboxing and Hitt Training. The programs are suitable for children and adults of all ages, levels and physical abilities.  For more information go to https://www.hrkny.com/

MEMBER PROMOTIONS

Want to see your ad here in our next newsletter or e-blast?

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

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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 [email protected].

SOCIAL MEDIA CENTRAL
Follow us on Facebook  @GenevaAreaChamber

#MembershipMatters #LetUsTellYourStory #MemberNews
 
Our members have been staying busy!   See below for some of our recent posts featured on our Facebook page!


Did you know the  Geneva Antique Co-op  buys, sells and trades single items to entire estates?  Check out the antique and collective cooperative on Exchange Street in downtown Geneva! 

 



Date Night is back at  Ports Cafe Every Wednesday the restaurant will offer a three course prix fixe menu for $30. All corkage fees will be waived.  Make your reservations!












Check out  Prejean Winery's new logo! The Route 14 winery also has a new mobile friendly website, which includes a new blog!







  Finger Lakes Sausage & Beer  is now open for lunch, starting at 11 a.m., seven days a week!   Check out the lunch menu!












Congratulations to Bella's who celebrates its 6 month anniversary this month! Check out the great specials they have going on to celebrate! 





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


What:  Burgers and Tunes   

When:  Mondays through Dec. 24
5:00 PM- 10:00 PM 

Where: del Lago Resort & Casino


What:  Mind Trip
 
When: Friday mornings   7:15  AM-8:00 AM

Where: Be More Than Fit Studio


What: Annual Studio Glass Sale

When: Dec. 1 and 2
9 AM-5 PM

Where: Corning Museum of Glass




What: Dosage Your Own Wine

When: Dec. 8 and 9 
10:00 AM- 4:00 PM

Where:  Glenora Wine Cellars



What: All Wrapped Up Wine Dinner

When: Dec. 8 
6:30 PM-9:30 PM 

Where: Knapp Winery & Vineyard


What: Industry Nights

When: Dec. 5, 12, 19 and 26
4:00 PM-7:00 PM

Where: Anthony Road Wine Co.



What: Geneva Holiday Village

When: Dec. 8, 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Dec. 9, 10:00 AM-6:00 PM

Where: Geneva Community Center



What: Marie and the Nutcracker Prince

When: Dec. 9
6 PM-8 PM

Where: Rose Hill Mansion

What:  Jazz Wine Dinner

When: Nov. 10
6:30 PM-9:30 PM

Where: Knapp Winery & Vineyard Restaurant

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

When: Every Saturday
6 PM- 9 PM

Where: Ravines Wine Cellars


What: New Year's Eve 2018

When: Dec. 31
1 PM

Where: The Inn at Glenora Wine Cellars

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

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Want to see your event on the calendar and in the next newsletter? Email
for instructions on how to post your info!


Featured Member Job Opportunities 



Location: Prescription Fitness Physical Therapy and Sports Care

Available Position: Physical Therapist

e-mail [email protected] or call 315-781-1010


Location: Lamoreaux Landing 
Available Position:


e-mail
[email protected], or stop by the winery to fill out an application.
 


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


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Want to see your job posting on the website and in the next newsletter?  Email [email protected]
for instructions on how to post your info!


Hot Deals & Member Specials




Where: Portico by Fabiano Viviani at del Lago Resort & Casino

What:  Buy one entree on Mondays and get one of equal or lesser value free, beginning at 4:30 PM



Where: Geneva Fit Club

What: Employees who work in downtown Geneva save $30 on a new membership

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Additional Chamber Member Hot Deals & Member Specials can be found by visiting the Chamber's website and viewing the Hot Deals page.

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Want to see your coupon or special listed on the Chamber's website and in the next newsletter?  Email [email protected] for instructions on how to post your info!


Board of Directors

Next Meeting:
Tuesday, September 25
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
Ryan Wallace

 
Ex-Officio
Jason Hagerman
Bob McCarthy
Mark Palmieri



Chamber Staff

Miranda Odell
Executive Director &
Vice-President 
Andrea Deckert
Member Relations and Outreach Coordinator

 
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.