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Thank you to all Veterans and their family members in our network! The Chamber extends our sincere gratitude for your service and sacrifices.

Jennifer Karchmer,

Over the Shoulder Editorial

LEARN Workshop: Do Words Make or Break Your Business?

Thursday, November 9 | 8:30 - 10 am

at the Chamber | 124 Brindley St | Ithaca


Do you consider yourself a wordsmith? Are you good at finding typos? Do you play Wordle? Words are important to every business. Whether it’s through signage, flyers, brochures, campaigns, posters, business cards, websites, the About Us page, email blasts, blogs, articles or social media, we are always communicating.


In this 60-minute in-person workshop, Jennifer Karchmer of Over the Shoulder Editorial will:

  • give you a step-by-step process to ensure communications are typo-free
  • provide self-editing and proofreading techniques
  • show real-life examples of communications gone wrong so you can avoid common mistakes and boost your credibility
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REMEMBER to VOTE (in ALL the elections!)



Don't forget to return your Chamber Board of Directors Ballot!

They were sent to your Key Decision Maker on October 31st, and are due by 4 pm on November 14th

 

Join Us! Over 100 Items, Great Food, Networking & More!


The Great Big Chamber Auction helps support our important work while having fun and starting your holiday shopping with some fantastic local items & gifts! This year will feature both a Silent & LIve Auction.

You don't want to miss this event!



When: Thursday, November 16th

Where: Celebrations 2331 Slaterville Rd

REGISTER NOW

Pre-bidding on the Silent Auction items opens this Friday, November 10th.

Stay tuned!

 

Featured Members & Member News

 

Congratulations to Our

Member of the Week

Homewood Suites

Learn more here

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

Nominate Here

Collegetown Developments Feature Numerous Members


Lansing Schools Makes Food Free for All


Wide Awake Bakery Opens in Ithaca


City Plans New Short Term Rental Law


New Tech Will Allow Real Time Test Analysis at Cayuga Health


Cornell Plans $55M Sports Facility


Member The Pilates Room Renames to Vellidan

 

Upcoming Chamber Events

 

LGBTQ+ Roundtable

Wednesday, November 8 | 3 - 4:30 pm

at United Way | 313 N. Aurora St | Ithaca

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Government & Community Affairs Roundtable: 2024 Policy Priorities

Monday, November 13 | 12 - 1:15 pm

online via Zoom

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LEARN - NYS Pay Transparency Workshop

Tuesday, November 14th | 9 - 10:00 am

at the Chamber | 124 Brindley St | Ithaca (zoom avail)

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Chamber 101 w/ Sarah Barden

Thursday, November 16 | 9:30-11 am

at the Chamber | 124 Brindley St | Ithaca

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Cooperative Business Models: Why become a co-op, and how?


Were you interested in this topic, but unable to join us? Watch our recent LEARN workshop at the link below.

Watch Here >

More News & Updates for Your Business

 

How's the Market? Brent Katzmann from Warren Real Estate Discusses Current Real Estate Market Conditions

Jennifer Tavares, Chamber President, recently inquired about market activity with Brent Katzmann and Tam Warren from Warren Real Estate after noticing some apparent shifts that seemed more than seasonal in nature. Brent responded with not only great data, but also this piece shared through his LinkedIn page.

Read Brent's Piece Here >

City Centre Hosting Open House - November 11

City Centre will host an open house and tour for the community this Saturday, November 11th, from 12 to 3 pm.

Click for Flyer >

Cayuga Park Open House - November 13

Join Cayuga Health, the Chamber, and other community leaders in celebrating the grand opening of the Cayuga Health facility located at 401 Cayuga Park Lane, Ithaca.

More Information >

Upstate Rural Broadband Conference - November 15

Join Southern Tier 8 - our regional planning board - as well as area municipalities, planners, internet service providers, nonprofit organizations, and utility providers to engage on this key community issue

More Information >

GIAC Harvest Dinner - Order Ahead!

The Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC) is so excited to be hosting its annual Harvest Fest Dinner, Friday, November 17, from 4:45 PM to 7:30 PM. To continue to serve as many community members as possible, dinners will be PICK UP ONLY at GIAC. Order ahead to ensure they have your meal!

GIAC Harvest Festival Dinner >

Consider Joining the City of Ithaca Planning Board

The City of Ithaca is seeking two new members to join the Planning & Development Board. The Board guides development projects through the site plan review process; advises Common Council on decisions involving planning, zoning, and land use; makes recommendations to Common Council regarding major public improvements; and contributes to the physical planning of our city to create a more sustainable future. ​


​If you are interested in applying to join the Planning & Development Board, please find more information on the City of Ithaca’s website: https://www.cityofithaca.org/354/Planning-Development-Board

Complete the application form for membership online: https://ithacacityny.viewpointcloud.com/categories/1086 ​

For more information, please contact Nikki Cerra at ncerra@cityofithaca.org

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, Director of Community Initiatives

Shelby Green, Office Assistant

Carly Hansen, Director of Operations & HR

Diane Hemly, Office Manager & Bookkeeper

Mary Holland-Bavis, Event & Program Manager

Jennifer Tavares, CEcD, President & CEO

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