Member Milestone:

CRN Events Turns Two!

Congratulations to member CRN Events on their second anniversary! Cara Rosenberg Nichols is the owner and lead planner, serving local businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations in a variety of capacities. CRN works locally throughout the Finger Lakes, and also across the country as needed to serve their clients.

Learn More About CRN

Community Conversation: Groton

Wednesday, May 29 | 9 - 10:30 am

@ Groton Central School District

Join us for our next Community Conversation in Groton! There is a lot of exciting momentum in Groton, with their recent NY Forward Award, their new Pro-Housing Designation, and Groton Schools' focus on STEAM education and workforce development opportunities.

Thank you to our Community Conversations Underwriting Partners: Cayuga Health and Visions Federal Credit Union.

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Upcoming Events & Opportunities

Women in Business Roundtable - TODAY!

Tuesday, May 21 | 3 - 4:30 pm

@ Hangar Theatre | 801 Taughannock Blvd.

Join us for our second Women in Business Roundtable of 2024; all who identify as women are welcome. Attendees can expect peer mentorship, networking, beverages and snacks in a supportive environment.

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Welcome Home Wednesday

Wednesday, June 5 | 5:30-7 pm

@ Personal Best Brewing

family friendly, NA options available

Are you an HR professional working with recently relocated team members or candidates? Relocated to the area recently, or interested in learning more about what our area has to offer? Click below...

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Chamber 101 w/ Zach Ballance

Friday, June 7 | 9:30 - 11 am

@ Tompkins Chamber | 124 Brindley St.

Chamber 101 is designed for members looking to begin, continue, or further involvement with the Chamber. This event allows members to learn about Chamber programs, resources, and events and how to get involved to make the most of your membership.

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Business After Hours

@ Cayuga Health - Mall Location

Wednesday, June 12 | 4:30 - 6:30 pm

@ Ithaca Mall | 40 Catherwood Road

Cayuga Health is proud to showcase its newest facility located at the Ithaca Mall, symbolizing their commitment to ease of access and exceptional care for patients. Special guests/speakers will attend, and food and beverage will be provided by Cayuga Health.

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Unity in Shades Roundtable

Thursday, June 13 | 4:30 - 6:00 pm

@ Cayuga Health Offices |

With the addition of this new roundtable, we endeavor to create a space where professionals of color can build meaningful relationships, discuss topics relevant to our experiences in business and non-profit settings, and raise the visibility of multi-cultural individuals in Tompkins County. Refreshments will be provided.

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Member News & Learning Opportunities

 

Dr. Martin Stallone Named Tompkins County Distinguished Citizen

The Baden-Powell Council, Boy Scouts of America, is proud to announce that Dr. Martin Stallone, President and CEO of Cayuga Health System, has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Tompkins County Distinguished Citizen Award. This esteemed honor is awarded annually to individuals who have made outstanding, long-lasting impacts on their community.

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Governor Hochul Launches Round XIV Regional Development Council Initiative

Last week, Governor Hochul announced the launch of Round XIV of the Regional Economic Development Council Initiative, including $445 million in core capital grant and tax-credit funding combined with a wide range of programs from eight state agencies, available to projects on a continuous basis. More information about workshops, webinars and funding sources below.

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IPA Seeks Volunteers for Pride Festival

Ithaca Pride is coming on June 8th and 9th. If you or your team are interested in supporting this year's festival with some volunteer hours, please see the link below!

Fill Out Volunteer Form >

The Teal is Back in Town!

The M/V Teal is back in town! Come aboard the M/V Teal for Discover Cayuga Lake’s 2024 season and get to know your lake! Enjoy fabulous views, good company and lively conversations, while learning and supporting DCL’s mission of lake access and education.

Learn more here >

ESPN Night of Champions - June 14th

ESPN Ithaca’s 11th Annual Night of Champions award ceremony is June 14th, recognizing the excellence of student-athletes and coaches from area high schools. This year we are hosting the event at Ithaca High School. Partnership opportunities are available! Contact Todd Mallinson at ToddM@VizellaMedia.com or 607-591-0682 to inquire.

Legal Alert from Bousquet Holstein

Effective January 1, 2024, many existing corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships and similar entities became subject to Federal requirements to report to the Financial Crime Enforcement Network, a bureau of the U.S. Treasury Department (FinCEN); Initial reports must be filed with FinCEN no later than January 1, 2025.

Read the Alert >

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 every week, right in our office! Many thanks to our sponsor Tompkins Community Bank.

Request Services

Job Postings & Relocation Support

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 >

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!

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

Zachary Ballance, Member Engagement Coordinator

Shelby Green, Office Assistant

Carly Hansen, Director of Operations & HR

Diane Hemly, Office Manager & Bookkeeper

Jennifer Tavares, CEcD, President & CEO

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