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We Stand with Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders |
We were dismayed to learn of the violent killings in Atlanta last week, and condemn racism, misogyny, and hate crimes in any form. What took place in Atlanta was only the most recent of many hateful and racist attacks against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders - with nearly 4,000 reported hate crimes since the beginning of the pandemic. Many of these acts were fueled by misinformation and hateful political rhetoric. We stand with all who are hurting in Atlanta, and in our own community.
Many of us have much to learn and to unlearn. Let's start by listening, reading, donating, honoring the victims, and learning what it means to be actively anti-racist. In our organizations and businesses, we can be part of the solution by offering workplace based educational opportunities, fostering diverse and inclusive cultures, and ensuring a swift and clear response to acts of hate of all kinds - whether inspired by racism, xenophobia, sexism, or gender bias.
At the Chamber & CVB, we endeavor to support you in this work at your place of business, to connect you to the many community resources available to you, and to engage with you in creating an inclusive and safe community for all.
Jennifer Tavares
President & CEO
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LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!
TOMORROW
Wednesday, March 24th
9 a.m. - Noon
The Tompkins Chamber, Ithaca Area Economic Development, and Cornell University look forward to hosting you for a virtual economic summit.
We'll be celebrating our resiliency and community efforts to navigate 2020 together, offering breakout sessions highlighting key challenges and opportunities, and sharing inspiration for our economic recovery in the years ahead.
Includes presentations from Jennifer Tavares (Tompkins Chamber), Heather McDaniel (Ithaca Area Economic Development), and Q & A throughout the event - join us!
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Economic Summit
Featuring Keynote Speaker
Dr. Vicki L. Bogan
Associate Professor, Dyson School
Understanding the Racial Wealth Gap
Why Does Racial Wealth Inequality Exist and Why Does It Persist?
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Breakout Sessions
Envisioning Tomorrow's Workforce
Presentation & Panel Facilitation by
Natalie Branosky, Workforce Development Director
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Tourism Recovery: A Look into the Future
Presentation & Panel Facilitation by
Peggy Coleman, VP Tourism & CVB Director, Visit Ithaca
and Gary Ferguson, Executive Director, Downtown Ithaca Alliance
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Supporting Ithaca’s Startup Ecosystem
Facilitated by
Tom Schryver, Executive Director, Cornell University
Center for Regional Economic Advancement (CREA)
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Thanks to our sponsors and partners! |
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Women in Business Roundtable
w/ Amy Kohut, 1 Step Coaching & Consulting
Friday, March 26 | 3 - 4:30 p.m.
We'll gather for a facilitated conversation with women business and nonprofit leaders from all throughout Tompkins County, hosted by Amy Kohut. Learn more about mindful leadership in stressful times, and shifting to a state of resourcefulness.
Important conversations, real-time brainstorming, and a supportive environment are the hallmarks of our regular Women in Business Roundtable gatherings.
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Tools to Deal with Workplace Trauma
Thursday, April 1 | 9 - 11 a.m.
The reactions to the events of 2020 have been varied and complex. Many of us will even classify these events as traumatic. As a result, many of the people we work with might be having reactions that impact how they show up for work, performance, and overall business/ work environment. This workshop will explore how to manage workplace trauma responses by incorporating trauma-informed practices that will help us get through some challenging times ahead and lead to a more supportive work environment in the present and future.
This workshop is offered in conjunction with TC3 and the Cortland Chamber.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Training Series, Session 3
Tips for Interrupting Bias, Bigotry, Stereotypes and Negative Assumptions at Work
Wednesday, March 31st |
9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Bigoted comments, jokes, negative assumptions and stereotypes are challenging because they can provoke our emotions and make us reactive, scared, confused, uncertain, judgmental, and less able to access our intelligence and good thinking. This workshop will offer participants tips, questions and boundary-setting statements that can help you intervene or respond calmly in the presence of others. There will be time to brainstorm interventions and responses to examples.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Training Series, Session 4
Creating Mindful Businesses and Organizations
Wednesday, April 7th | 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Using an engaging, non-judgmental model that allows participants the opportunity to quickly access this mindful approach to dealing with difficult moments, situations, and challenges, we find that breakthroughs in how we approach conflict and other difficult situations can happen almost immediately. By focusing inward, drawing attention from our thoughts, we can work more deeply to address our heart-based values, which often get suppressed by overactive minds that can jump to conclusions.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Training Series, Session 5
Recruiting a Diverse, Effective Staff with Laura Branca
Thursday, April 29th | 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Many organizations have the goal of having a diverse workforce. Yet, in spite of such goals and intentions, in many agencies the workplace demographics remain persistently mono-cultural. Recruiting and keeping a team that also brings a range of identities, experiences, diversity of perspectives...
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The Chamber has On-the-Job Training Grant opportunities through a United States Department of Labor funding award to the Healthy Workforce Consortium. This funding is intended to support people in recovery receiving educational and training supports, new job opportunities, and maintaining a recovery friendly workforce and employer base in Tompkins County. Under this contract, training grants with a maximum payout of $2,000 will be available to businesses that are hiring a new employee and providing the training needed to be successful in their new role. |
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ICYMI: Vaccines & Employers: What you need to know
Great information on vaccine progress in Tompkins County, how employers can support workforce adoption of vaccines, and more.
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Leadership Tompkins & Cortland
Leadership & Lemonade Series
Friday, April 9 | 9-10:30 a.m.
The April program will focus on Supporting Youth in Crazy Times and features Mindy Gardner from the Cortland YWCA & Leslyn McBean-Clairborne from GIAC – Greater Ithaca Activities Center. The session will be moderated by Ever Stokes from the Ithaca Youth Bureau and will feature a mini-leadership lesson that can be used with youth or adults.
🍋 HOW MUCH IS IT? HOW DO I REGISTER?
🍋 WHO DO I CONTACT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS?
Deb is the Program Director for both Leadership Cortland and Leadership Tompkins.
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Announcing March Community Heroes of the Month
Tompkins Trust Company and the Tompkins Chamber are pleased to announce the launch of the Community Hero of the Month Awards, which will give deserving recognition to individuals from Tompkins County who have significantly impacted our community.
Our first Community Heroes of the Month are Jason Molino, Amie Hendrix, Frank Kruppa, and Dominick Recckio - a team of leaders from Tompkins County who have helped our community manage the pandemic and plan our recovery in incredible ways.
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Member Updates & Events, Development News
We provide a weekly roundup of member news. To have something included, email Jennifer.
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NYS Funding & COVID Policy Updates |
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PPP Extension Update:
Check with area lenders about their PPP deadlines if you plan to submit soon.
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More COVID-19, Vaccine Updates & Resources |
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We advise that eligible people capable of traveling to a state site continue through the process to schedule an appointment, even if the first screen says "no appointments".
Other COVID-19 Updates:
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Member Job Posting Corner
The following members have shared job postings with us, and appreciate you sharing with appropriate referrals/candidates!
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March & April Meeting Schedule
No Board Meeting
Economic Summit - March 24th
Government & Community Affairs
Monday, March 29 - Noon
Admin & Finance/Executive Committee
April 20th | 8 - 9:30 a.m.
All meetings require advance registration & will be virtual until further notice. Register with Carly Hansen at chansen@tompkinschamber.org.
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Our team is here to help.
Note: Our East Shore Dr. office is staffed most weekdays from 9-5 for pick up or delivery, and our entire team is available by appointment. Please call 607-273-7080 during normal business hours.
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