Business After Hours

Wednesday, July 8 | 4:30-6:30


Join us in celebrating 10 amazing years in business for Amy Kohut and her business 1 Step Coaching and ConsultingBring your business cards for an opportunity to network - we will have raffle tickets for the door prizes! Located at Loaves & Fishes.


Thank you to our Business After Hours sponsors: Centralus Health, Bowers Accountants & Advisors, LLP, Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca, and 1 Step Coaching and Consulting.

Upcoming Chamber Events and Opportunities

Women in Business Roundtable at Hammerstone Trumansburg Campus

Thursday, June 25 | 3-4:30pm


Join us for a special Women in Business Roundtable at Hammerstone Carpentry School at their Trumansburg Campus! This Round Table will take place outside on grass, please wear appropriate footwear and attire. The Women in Business Roundtable series is presented by Finger Lakes Wealth Management with support from M&T Bank, and Rasa Spa!

Coffee Talk: Manufacturing, Software, & Technology

Friday, June 26 | 9:30-10:30am


Join the Chamber Team and peers from the manufacturing, software, and technology industries to connect with friends & colleagues and expand your network in this casual environment. Thank you to Just Be Cause Center and Beginnings Credit Union for sponsoring the series, and Gimme Coffee for providing the coffee and pastries!

Community Conversations: Trumansburg

Tuesday, June 30 | 9-10:30am


Join your neighbors in Ulysses for hyper-local networking, conversation, and advocacy at Trumansburg Village Hall! All business owners, non-profit leaders, and government officials are invited to attend. Community Conversations is presented by: Visions Federal Credit Union with support from Centralus (Cayuga) Health

Small Business Roundtable

Tuesday, July 14 | 9 - 10:30am


Small Business Roundtable is for organization leaders and business owners/managers to come together and discuss challenges and share successes in their work. Thank you to Shaw and Murphy, PLLC and First National Bank of Groton for hosting us this month. Roundtable series sponsors: Borgwarner, M&T Bank, and Rasa Spa, and to our Small Business Roundtable sponsor: Bowers Accountants and Advisors, LLP.

Ribbon Cutting for Opening for Revive Zone

Friday, July, 17 | 2026 1-2pm

Coffee Talk: Health & Wellness

Friday, July 24 | 9:30 - 10:30am

L.E.A.R.N. - Effective Strategies for Business Leadership Success

Wednesday, July 29 |

9am - 1pm

Celebrating America 250 in Tompkins County



Across our local communities, county, region, state, and nation, we acknowledge 2026 as the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Ithaca and Tompkins County are often first recognized for their natural history and beautiful landscape, there is also a rich history of founders, writers, scientists, makers and artists who have shaped our communities. Learn more about the ongoing celebrations throughout Tompkins County!

Member News & Events

Celebrating 20 Years of Business and Membership with Linz Real Estate


Congratulations to Linz Real Estate on 20 years in business and membership in the Tompkins Chamber! For two decades, Linz Real Estate has been dedicated to helping clients navigate one of life's most important decisions with knowledge, integrity, and care.


Reflecting on this milestone, Lindsay Lustick Garner, Licensed Real Estate Broker, shares, “Having built Linz Real Estate largely on referrals has meant so much to me because it is truly the ultimate compliment. I am extremely proud to be celebrating 20 years in business. My goal has always been to help clients make informed real estate decisions, regardless of the outcome.”


This remarkable achievement is a testament to the trust, relationships, and reputation built over the years. We are proud to celebrate this milestone and grateful for Linz Real Estate's ongoing involvement in our Chamber community. Here's to continued success in the years ahead!

The Cass Park Pool Opens for The 2026 Season

Friday, June 26th


The Cass Park Pool will open for the 2026 season on Friday, June 26. Opening Day activities include Long Course Lap Swim from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Public Swim from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and an evening Roller Skating session from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Community members of all ages are invited to enjoy the start of another exciting summer season at Cass Park. For registration information, pricing, and the full season schedule, please visit www.casspark.org.

50% off for Tompkins Chamber Members!

Use code: FIRST50.


Make this summer unforgettable at ReviveZone, Ithaca’s newest destination for indoor golf simulators, multiplayer VR gaming, and private events, and more. Families can take advantage of our Kids Summer Pass for just $10 using code: VRLAUNCH50W3, and Tompkins Chamber members can enjoy 50% off their first experience using code: FIRST50. From friendly competition to group outings and custom events, ReviveZone is the perfect place to play, connect, and leave revived. 

INHS Offers Summer Homebuyer Classes

Virtual classes: Wednesdays, July 1, 8, 14, 22 from 6:30–8:30 pm

In-person class: Saturday, Aug. 1, 9 am–5 pm


Learn how to become a successful and happy homeowner! INHS covers how much money you need to buy a home, credit scores, how much house you can afford, the role of a Realtor, how to get a mortgage, inspections, and how to protect your investment. You can get a free copy of your credit report as well as free one-on-one support. Up to $20,000 in down-payment and closing-cost assistance is available to first-time buyers — find out if you qualify! Can't make it this summer? They offer our First-Time Homebuyer classes year-round in a variety of formats. And, check out our monthly Home Inspection Classes, which teach you how to spot potential issues in homes for sale.

Host a Tompkins Chamber Event!



Why host an event with Tompkins Chamber? Visibility for your business, marketing to invited guests & attendees, expansion of your network, support of community, and to have fun!

Request a Meeting or Support from SBDC Counselor Liam McMahon


Use the link below to fill out an intake for to request services or a meeting with Liam McMahon. We are excited to host SBDC Counseling three days a week, right in our office!



Request Services Here >

Job Postings & Relocation Support

All Member Job Postings on our Website


PLUS: Members can post open positions here! >



Reminder: NYS Requires a compensation range for all job postings.

Tag #workinithaca if you post on Instagram!

Live + Work in Ithaca relocation digital flipbook is available!

Your business always has access to a professionally designed digital relocation guide– for your recruiting needs, or to share with visitors who are chatting about relocating to the area. Access the guide at the link below.

Grab the digital version of the guide here >

Our team is here for you:

Just call the Chamber at 607-273-7080, or email us at info@tompkinschamber.org. For specific need areas:


Peggy Coleman, President & CEO

Rob Montana, Vice President, TC ERN Admin

Aleshia Akers, Event & Program Coordinator

Gina Cesari, Member Engagement Coordinator

Shelby Green, Administrative Assistant

Kay Gutierrez, Business Manager

Maria Telincho, Marketing & Communications Specialist

Carly Hansen, Director of Operations & HR

Diane Hemly, Office Manager & Bookkeeper

Carrie Bolton, TC ERN Success Coach

tompkinschamber.org

607.273.7080

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