Business After Hours @ Ithaca Social

Wednesday, December 11th | 4:30 - 6:30 pm

Ithaca Social | 222 South Cayuga

Join us at Business After Hours for a fantastic networking experience. We are excited to join Ithaca Social as our host! This year's December Business After Hours Theme is the Winter Wonderland - and don't forget to put on your favorite ugly sweater!

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Upcoming Events & Opportunities

 

Coffee Talk: Marketing & Media

Friday, December 13th | 9:30 - 10:30 am

Tompkins Chamber | 124 Brindley St

Join the Chamber Team and peers in your industry for fresh coffee & conversation. This month we invite professionals from the marketing and media industries to connect with friends & colleagues and expand your network in this casual environment.

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Women In Business Roundtable @ The Gallery at South Hill

Tuesday, December 17th | 3:00 - 4:30 pm

The Gallery | 950 Danby Rd

We'll gather for conversation and connection with women business and nonprofit leaders from all throughout Tompkins County and our broader Chamber membership. Important conversations, real-time brainstorming, and a supportive environment are the hallmarks of our regular Women in Business Roundtable gatherings.

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Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

Wednesday, December 18th | 11:00 - 12:30 pm

Virtual | Zoom

New York State law requires that employers provide a sexual harassment prevention policy and training on an annual basis to all employees, and encourages training of new employees as soon as possible, noting that employers may be liable for the actions of employees immediately upon hire. Join us for this virtual training!

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Business After Hours @ Coltivare

Wednesday, January 8th | 4:30 - 6:30 pm

Coltivare | 235 S Cayuga

Join us at Business After Hours for a fantastic networking experience! We are excited to join Coltivare as our host! Coltivare is a restaurant that provides a unique Farm-to-Table experience in a beautiful setting, right in the heart of Ithaca’s vibrant downtown.

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Unity in Shades

Wednesday, January 8th | 4:30 - 6:30 pm

Tres Leches | 403 College Ave, Ithaca, NY

This Roundtable aims to cultivate an environment where professionals of color can forge significant relationships, engage in discussions pertinent to our experiences in both business and non-profit sectors, and enhance the visibility of multicultural individuals in Tompkins County. Our Roundtables serve as peer affinity groups, providing a confidential setting for sharing insights, seeking advice, and obtaining mentorship.

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Member News, Events, & Opportunities

Free Gift Wrapping at Downtown Visitors Center this December

Stop by our Downtown Visitor Center at 110 N. Tioga Street on the Ithaca Commons where we offer a great selection of Ithaca is Gorges gear such as drinkware, hats, shirts & hoodies, and more! For local history or movie buffs, you’ll find an interesting selection of books & gifts. Purchase a gift from any store in downtown Ithaca and our team will wrap it for free. While you’re strolling around, look for our winter window display with upcycled paper snowflakes. You can vote for your favorite Holiday Window Display through Dec. 15 on the Downtown Ithaca Passport. 

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Located inside the Tompkins Center for History & Culture on the Ithaca Commons, the visitor center is open Monday-Saturday 10am to 5pm. Closed Dec. 24, Dec. 25, and Jan. 1.

 
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Open Your First Checking Account & Get Rewarded

Stop into the Ithaca Visions Federal Credit Union - Located at 408 Elmira Rd from now until December 31st and receive up to $235! Here’s how: 1. Open a checking account with a qualifying direct deposit -> $200 , 2. Do you know someone already banking with Visions? Great! Utilize our ‘Refer A Friend’ program. Both recipients will receive -> $25 , 3. Sign up for e-statements -> $10!

Reach out to our Ithaca location today!

ithaca@visionsfcu.org or 607-953-4855

Save the Date for the Fab5 Young Professional Awards

Tompkins Connect is excited to announce the 2024 Fab5 Young Professional Awards Ceremony will be held on January 23rd at the Hotel Ithaca. Please Save the Date! Honoree announcements and registration information coming soon. Sponsorships still available; please e-mail tompkinsconnect@gmail.com if you are interested in supporting this volunteer-run event!

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Homebuyer Class: Virtual, Thursdays in January

Thursdays: January 9th – 30th

6:30–8:30 pm at INHS 

Join INHS's homebuyer class to learn how to become a successful and happy homeowner! We cover how much money you need to buy a home, credit scores and how they affect you, how much house you can afford, what a Realtor can do for you, how to get a mortgage, home inspections, and how to protect your investment. You can also 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 also available to first-time buyers — find out if you qualify!

Request a Meeting or Support from SBDC Counselor Michael Herceg

Use the link below to fill out an intake for to request services or a meeting with Michael Herceg. We are excited to host SBDC Counseling two days a week, right in our office! Many thanks to our sponsor Tompkins Community Bank.

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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.

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Live + Work in Ithaca community relocation guides are available!

If your business or organization would like to have some copies on hand – for your recruiting needs, or to share with visitors who are chatting about relocating to the area – please contact Shelby Green at info@tompkinschamber.org. Also, a digital version of the guide is available 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:



Aleshia Akers, Event & Program Coordinator

Peggy Coleman, Interim President

Libby Feltis, Marketing & Communications Specialist

Shelby Green, Administrative Assistant

Carly Hansen, Director of Operations & HR

Diane Hemly, Office Manager & Bookkeeper

Mary Kay Marks, ERN Project Coordinator

 

tompkinschamber.org

607.273.7080

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