Community Hero of the Month!
Executive Director of the Lansing Food Pantry, Toni Adams, is our May Community Hero of the Month! This award recognizes individuals from Tompkins County who have significantly impacted the community.

As the nomination stated, “Toni has dedicated her efforts to helping. That’s the definition of a community hero.”
A Must Listen Conversation with a Buffalo Leader
All Things Equal - A Focus on Buffalo
On a special edition of All Things Equal, Gary Stewart from Cornell University talks with City of Buffalo Common Council President Bishop, Darius Bridgen, about that community's needs following the recent shootings driven by racist ideologies. The Buffalo Niagara Partnership - the local Chamber - has taken the lead on fundraising to support those impacted by this tragedy.
Upcoming Chamber Events
Ribbon Cutting
Wednesday, May 25 at 10:00am
at 401 Elmira Road, Suite 6

Please join the Tompkins Chamber and City of Ithaca officials for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of Yelverton Insurance & Financial Services' Ithaca office!
Government & Community
Affairs Roundtable
Monday, June 6 | 12:00-1:15pm
on Zoom

Join us for our June Government & Community Affairs Roundtable - a conversation with County Administrator Lisa Holmes.
Business After Hours
Wednesday, June 8 | 5:00-7:00pm
at New Park

You don't want to miss our next Business After Hours at the awe-inspiring New Park Event Venue & Suites! The Tompkins Chamber Business After Hours is our premier networking event where you can connect with hundreds of chamber members and community leaders.
Sponsorships are available for this wonderful community celebration.
Please contact Jennifer Tavares at jtavares@tompkinschamber.org for more info.
Annual Celebration & Award Ceremony
Thursday, June 16 | 11am-1pm
at Emerson Suites, Ithaca College

This year's Annual Celebration & Award Ceremony is a bruncheon! We are pleased to host an in-person event at Emerson Suites at Ithaca College. We will celebrate our accomplishments from the past year, recognize award winners, and begin our 125th Anniversary celebrations!

Congratulations to our award winners!
Entrepreneur of the Year
Salt Point Brewing Company
Not-for-Profit of the Year
Paleontological Research Institute (PRI)
Distinguished Business of the Year
Cayuga Health System
Noel Desch Key Person of the Year
Aly Evans
Howard Cogan Tourism Award
Finger Lakes Land Trust
Welcome, New Members!
Member News, Updates & Resources
CISA Active Shooter Preparedness Webinar
Thursday, June 2 | 10:00am-2:00pm
Virtual

Given today's ever-changing threat environment, preparing for and training employees to cope with active threats and workplace violence should be a key piece of an organization's emergency action plan. Registration is limited to 750 participants and will close June 1 at 12:00pm.
In partnership with the
Tompkins Chamber
Expanding Talent Pipelines Through Inclusive Hiring and Retention Practices Conference
Friday, June 10 | 8:30am-12:30pm
at Tompkins Cortland Community College

Join Nicole Smart, Founder and Principal of Smart EDI Solutions LLC, as the keynote speaker for this excellent opportunity for regional businesses and organizations to learn about best practices related to hiring specific marginalized populations. Registration is required by May 25. Questions? Contact Dara Riegel at BIZ@tompkinscortland.edu.
Taste of the Finger Lakes
Tuesday, June 14 | 6:00-9:00pm
at the Ithaca Farmers Market

Sample tastes from 50+ restaurants, caterers, wineries, cideries, breweries, and distilleries serving up the best the Finger Lakes has to offer. 100% of proceeds go towards nonprofit beneficiaries doing incredible work for equitable access to nutritious food. Questions? Email tasteofthefingerlakes@gmail.com.
Camp Comstock Community Open House
Thursday, June 16 | 4:30-6:30pm

Local Girl Scout alums and members of the Ithaca community are invited to historic Camp Comstock on Cayuga Lake for an exclusive adults-only gathering and one-of-a-kind experience. RSVP by June 9. Questions? Contact Director of Development JoAnne Morak at jmorak@gsnypenn.org.
Job Posts
Please, share with appropriate referrals/candidates!


Hiring? Send us a link to your job posting at npotenza@tompkinschamber.org, AND tag #workinithaca when you post on social media.
View COVID-19 Business Resources
Our team is here to help.
Just call the Chamber at 607-273-7080, or email us at info@tompkinschamber.org. For specific need areas:

Sarah Barden, Member Relationship Manager
Shelby Green, Office Assistant
Carly Hansen, Director of Operations & HR
Diane Hemly, Office Manager & Bookkeeper
Cloud Kelley, Business & Workforce Development Specialist
Nana Potenza, Marketing & Communications Manager
Jennifer Tavares, CEcD, President & CEO

Note: Our East Shore Dr. office is staffed most weekdays from 9am-5pm (Fri. 9am-3pm) for pick up or delivery, and our entire team is available by appointment. Please call 607-273-7080 during normal business hours.
tompkinschamber.org | 607.273.7080
Have news to share? Email npotenza@tompkinschamber.org to have it included in the Chambergram!