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A MESSAGE FROM THE TEAM
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*Special Message from Abby*
Dear Members,
Happy Fall! Although we typically use this section to remind everyone about the Chamber's upcoming events and programs (see below for Harvest Celebration news and BAH recaps!), I wanted to take this opportunity to share some staff updates that will be taking place in the coming weeks.
It is with a heavy heart that I share with you that at the end of September, I will be leaving the Geneva Chamber to pursue other career opportunities. I will still be local- you'll be able to find me over at Casella Waste on Doran Ave. in Geneva. It is a bittersweet transition- I'm happy that I had the opportunity to play a role in helping grow the Chamber into what you see today. The skills that I have developed during my time with the Chamber have prepared me for this change, however I can say with certainty that I will miss it.
 I am happy to share that prior to my final day at the Chamber, Miranda will be back from her maternity leave! Although she has fully enjoyed spending quality time with baby Jaxon James (pictured at left), she is extremely excited to get back into the saddle and see what has been going on with the Chamber over the last few months. I'm also excited to share that Andrea Deckert (pictured below), our Member Relations Specialist who joined the Chamber team back in April of this year, has been diligently working to connect with many of our members both near and far, and will continue to promote the people, products, and services that make each unique.
During this time of transition, some additional office restructuring will be taking place, and the Chamber will be looking to add another person back to the team! So, if you or someone you know is interested in this opportunity, be sure to contact the office and express your interest! I speak from experience when I say that you'll develop many new skills and have great opportunities when working with the Chamber!
I want to take a moment to thank you all again for your continued support of not only the Chamber, but of the staff as well. Our team couldn't do what we do without the support from our members. Words can't even begin to describe how grateful I am for my time at the Chamber and all the experiences I've gained from it. Thank you for all that you do!
Abby Wandell
Membership Programs & Events Coordinator
9/20/18
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*Happening Next Wednesday!*
2018 Membership
Harvest Celebration
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Are you ready for next week's Membership Harvest Celebration?
Prior to the event, we want to remind everyone about the evening's festivities:
-Doors open at 5:30 pm.
-Upon arrival, guests will check in with the Chamber staff and receive a complementary sample of sparkling wine, courtesy of Three Brothers.
-While networking during the event, guest will have the opportunity to sample a custom hors d'oeuvre menu that was created for this event by the Three Brothers team (see menu below).
-In addition, the Chamber is also excited to bring back the Harvest Silent Auction, where guests will be able to bid on many fall themed items!
(stay tuned next week for an additional event reminder, featuring a sneak peak of our auction items!)
The GACoC is also excited to share that this year's event will recognize businesses marking
10, 20, 30 and 40 years as Chamber Members, as well as our longest standing Chamber Member!
Congratulations to the following
Member Businesses:
Longest Standing Chamber Member:
Finger Lakes Partners Insurance
~ Celebrating 53 years of Chamber Membership ~
40-year Members:
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Geneva Historical Society
Zotos International Inc.
30-Year Member:
Cam's New York Pizzeria of Geneva
20-year Members:
Casella Waste Services
CQ Sign Co.
Geneva City School District
Geneva Granite Co. Inc.
Prejean Winery
Tierney Pension Administration LLC
Tradition Chevrolet
10-year Members:
Finger Lakes Bone & Joint
Finger Lakes Gifts & Lounge
Johnathan P. Munson Trucking
Lochland School Inc
*We would also like to thank the following members for their generous support of the
2018 Harvest Celebration!*
Promotional Sponsor:
Five Star Urgent Care
Bank of the
Finge
r Lakes
Hors d'oeuvre Sponsors:
Ameriprise Financial-Silver Leaf
Family Financial
Littlejohn Orthodontics
Reliant Community Federal Credit Union
Additional Event Support Provided By:
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No event tickets? Contact the Chamber at
(315) 789-1776 for availability!
~ Advance Reservations Only ~
*Changes or cancellations after 9/14/18 will be charged full rate.*
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{New Feature!}
Member Spotlight:
Geneva Bicycle Center
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The Geneva Area Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based organization that strives to tell the stories of its members and partner organizations, while promoting their people, places, and products. This is accomplished in a variety of ways- one of which, by sharing information with our other members and partners and acting as an advocate to better gain exposure and awareness for each. We are proud to announce a new feature to our Member News: The Member Spotlight. This new feature will include highlights and showcasing a different business, helping to tell their story, and introduce their people, products, and place of business.
This month, we would like to introduce.....
Geneva Bicycle Center!
James Hogan admits he lives, eats and breathes bikes.
"I can't imagine life without a bike," said Hogan, owner of the Geneva Bicycle Center.
Hogan - who had previously worked at bike shops - started his business in 1995. It has been in the same downtown location at 489 Exchange St. since its inception, but has grown considerably, in terms of physical size and sales.
The Geneva Bicycle Center has been a member of the Geneva Area Chamber of Commerce since 1999.
That was the same year Hogan took over ownership of the building. He has since made improvements to the upper floors - including inventory on the second floor; storage on the third and installed 89 solar panels on the roof.
 The Geneva Bicycle Center has bikes for people of all ages and levels. The store has new and used models, as well as triathlon bikes. In addition, customers can shop bike accessories and apparel, and the store provides services, such as tune-ups and repairs.
The business also offers bike rentals, something that has been popular with area tourists, Hogan noted.
With the largest bike inventory around, Hogan's customers range from locals to those traveling from Ithaca, Rochester, Syracuse, Albany, Pennsylvania and beyond.
Hogan has always enjoyed riding bikes, from BMX to road and mountain bikes.
His love of bicycles, coupled with the chance to speak with a variety of people, are the best parts of the job.
"I'm comfortable with people and love bikes and that's what I get to do all day long," Hogan said.
He also enjoys seeing people come in who haven't ridden in a while take it up again, and those who are new to riding deciding to give it a try. Over time, both types of riders become frequent visitors to the shop, and enjoy talking about their biking experiences.
Hogan's staff is just as dedicated to biking as Hogan, and their commitment shows.
The Geneva Bicycle Center has been voted to The National Bicycle Dealers Association's list of America's Best Bike Shops 10 years in a row.
Hogan credits the store's long-standing success to its knowledgeable staff, wide selection of inventory and dependable service department.
To reach
Geneva Bicycle Center, call 315-789-5922 or go to
genevabikes.com.
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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS NEWS
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September BAH Photo Recap
Thank You Cornell AgriTech!
Thank you again to all of our members and partners who joined us for our September BAH Mixer! A special thank you goes out to our host, Cornell AgriTech!
Guests enjoyed snacks and drinks at Barton Lab (including some of their new grape varieties), and also had the opportunity to learn more about the organization's mission!
{See below for a photo recap of the event, courtesy of
Neil Sjoblom Photography!}
Welcome to the GACoC's September BAH Mixer!
Guests sample a variety of foods, including some grown and developed at Cornell AgriTech at the Mixer.
Guests take the time to network at the September Mixer.
Thank you again to the team at Cornell AgriTech for hosting the Chamber's September 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, October 10, 2018
from
5-7 pm at
The Cobblestone Restaurant
for our next BAH Networking Mixer!
The Cobblestone Restaurant features classic wood-fired cooking, the freshest seafood, poultry and veal, steaks aged to perfection, freshly made pasta, desserts and breads. Located in a restored 1825 farm house, the Cobblestone Restaurant is a popular dining spot in the Finger Lakes.
For more information about how your business can host a BAH Mixer, please call the Chamber at (315) 789-1776 or email [email protected].
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WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST
CHAMBER MEMBERS!
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On behalf of the entire staff and board members of the Geneva Area Chamber of Commerce, we would like to welcome our newest members!
Barrister's Bed & Breakfast
56 Cayuga Street
Seneca Falls, NY 13148
800-914-0145
Located at 56 Cayuga St. in Seneca Falls, Barrister's Bed and Breakfast was built in 1860. The Colonial Revival Home features beautiful carved fireplaces, original stained glass windows and five unique bedroom retreats, all with private baths. For more info, call 800-914-0145 or visit
sleepbarristers.com
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Bottomless Brewing
3543 East Lake Road
Geneva, NY 14456
315-325-4380
Located at 3543 East Lake Road in Geneva in a renovated, iconic former dairy barn,
Bottomless Brewing is
a farm brewery that serves its beer, local wine and non-alcoholic beverages. Bottomless Brewing recently won three medals (2 gold and 1 silver) in the 2018 New York Craft Brewer's Competition and Governor's Excelsior Cup. For more info, call 315-325-4380 or visit bottomlessbrewing.com.
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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:
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 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.*
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SOCIAL MEDIA CENTRAL
Follow us on Facebook
@GenevaAreaChamber
#MembershipMatters #LetUsTellYourStory #MemberNews
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Our members have been staying busy!
See below for some of our recent posts featured on our Facebook page!
Zugibe Vineyards was our last member featured in our #WhereAreWe summer contest! Located at 4248 E. Lake Road in Geneva, Zugibe Vineyards has a beautiful view of the Finger Lakes, perfect for a night out with friends and family. Zugibe is known for estate grown and high-end vinifera wines and have expanded to 40 producing
acres on their property. Overall, their goal is to "produce innovative, complex, and delicious wines."
Congratulations to
Uncle Joe's Pizzeria, who is celebrating its 40th year in business!! The family owned and operated restaurant at 99 North Genesee St. has been in business since 1978! #membermilestone
Generations Bank has distributed DARE program materials for 1,500 local elementary students for this school year, as part of its five-year commitment to the DARE program, which runs through 2020! The bank's total contribution each year is $6,700
White Springs Winery is looking for a professional licensed and insured company to build an outdoor deck! Contact the winery at 315-781-9463 for more information.
Check out the new flavors of Donkey Kick Hard Cider at
Swedish Hill Winery
! The flavors are: Jacked Apple, Dry Rosé, Ain't No Mule (Ginger Lemon) and Blackberry Blast!!
They are available in single serve 12-oz. bottles and in four packs and 24-bottle cases!
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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
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Featured Member Job Opportunities
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Hot Deals & Member Specials
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Chamber Staff
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Miranda Odell
Executive Director &
Vice-President
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