Member of the Week

Congratulations to our Member of the Week,

Trade Design Build!

Nominate a business or organization to be highlighted as our Member of the Week!

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Leadership Tompkins is back!


We’re seeking a diverse group of aspiring and existing leaders who are interested in building networks, immersing themselves in the local community and developing leadership skills to assist participants in furthering their career. Applications for the 2023-2024 cohort are now open. View more info >


We are so pleased to announce that Deb Mohlenhoff will continue facilitating this program. Thank you Deb for your continued support in helping us develop tomorrow’s community leaders!


Applications due by August 31 at 5 p.m. Scholarship opportunities available – e-mail Mary to find out more.

Apply Here

In Case You Missed It

 

Get your Local Business on Google Search & Maps

View yesterday's Lunch & LEARN on Our YouTube Channel


Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Maps, no matter which device they use.

View Here

Upcoming Chamber Events

FREE and family-friendly!

Movies in the Park on Friday, August 18th

Top Gun: Maverick starts at Dusk

at Stewart Park


Before the movie begins, representatives from the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport will be present, sharing information about their upcoming Airport Community Day on September 17th. Grab a free raffle ticket at their table to enter a drawing for a $250 travel voucher – winner will be announced before the movie! CNY Attractions will have movie snacks & drinks available to purchase.

More Info

Women in Business Roundtable

w/ CRN Events & 1 Step Coaching

Tuesday, August 22 | 3:00-4:30 p.m .

2149 Slaterville Rd. (park in lot off Landon Rd.)

Info & Registration

We tee off on Thursday, August 24

Shotgun start at 10:00 a.m.

at the Trumansburg Golf Course

There is space for 3 more teams to join!


Entry fee for your team includes:

  • Greens fees for a team of 4
  • Two golf carts
  • Complimentary Chicken BBQ after play
  • Complimentary beer & snacks on the course
  • Gift bags for all golfers
Register Today!
 

Sunset Cruise with Tompkins Connect

Thursday, August 24 | 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Young professionals of Tompkins County, join together for a fun & relaxing sunset cruise on Discover Cayuga Lake’s M/V Teal! BYOB; Pizza provided by Franco's.

Info & Registration

Coffee Talk with the Nonprofit Industry

Friday, Aug 25 at 9:30-10:30 a.m.

at the Tompkins Chamber Office, 124 Brindley St.

Info & Registration

LGBTQ+ Roundtable

Thursday, Aug 31 at 3:00-4:30 p.m.

at The Cherry Gallery, 130 Cherry St.

Info & Registration

Member Announcements & Resources

Circus Culture proudly presents The Hupstate Circus Festival

September 1-4 in Ithaca


The third annual Hupstate Circus Festival will bring dozens of circus shows, workshops, and meetups to Ithaca, NY from Sept 1st-4th 2023. The festival will feature over a dozen different circus shows from around the world and will be headlined by Stars Above - a world class, all American open air circus that will be returning to Ithaca for the third time due to popular demand. Joining them will be artists and performing companies from Ecuador, Canada, Ireland, Ithaca, Rochester, Boston, Chicago, Vermont, and more - all bringing original circus arts to the Finger Lakes for a full weekend of activity for people of all ages. View Info & Schedule >

Transformational leader will redesign human resources functions across health system


Cayuga Health (CHS) is pleased to announce that Ms. Elizabeth Veliz has been appointed as its first Chief Human Resources Officer. Ms. Veliz will be responsible for the creation of an entirely new structure for the CHS Human Resources Department, composed of shared services, centers of excellence, and business partners to provide the highest level of service to Cayuga Health System’s over 3,000 person and growing workforce.

More Info >

 

Microcredential funding available to Tompkins County residents


A microcredential is a defined set of college courses that takes less time to complete than a degree or certificate – and is typically designed to teach specific, in-demand skills needed by local employers or available jobs. Microcredentials offer a valuable career credential upon completion, and courses can also be applied to an existing degree or certificate program. 

 

The exciting news is funding is available for Tompkins County residents to obtain a microcredential for free. Submit your information request using this FORM so we can chat with you about microcredentials and this new, exciting funding opportunity.


The College has 14 microcredentials you can earn to gain skills for in-demand jobs:

·       Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant

·       Civil Engineering Technician I

·       Clinical Medical Assistant

·       Direct Support Provider I and II

·       Early Childhood Assistant

·       Electrical Engineering Technician I

·       Food and Beverage Service

·       Geotechnical Lab Technician

·       Medical Office Administrative Assistant

·       Micro-Nano Fabrication Safety

·       Residential Aide

·       Special Education Advocacy

·       Surveying Technician

 

Please email questions to admissions@tompkinscortland.edu or call 607.844.6580

Job Postings

We will be sharing this link regularly through socials and e-mail.

Tag #workinithaca if you post on Instagram!
Job Search
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
Mary Holland-Bavis, Event & Program Manager
Nana Potenza, Marketing & Communications Manager
Jennifer Tavares, CEcD, President & CEO
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