Member of the Week

Congratulations to our Member of the Week,

Sweet Bough Collective!

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

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Get your Local Business on

Google Search and Maps

Tuesday, August 1 | 12:00-1:00 p.m.


In this workshop, presented by our Marketing & Communications Manager, Nana Potenza, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your business on Google Search and Google Maps. Free for members; $10 for non-members.


Info & Registration

Exposure for Your Product or Service

 

Event & Program Manager,

Mary Holland-Bavis

The Chamber is continually seeking contributions of items from Chamber members to be used as prizes for our recurring and annual events. Contributing businesses and organizations will be included in promotional materials and recognized at the event/program, which is a great opportunity to promote your business! No contribution is too small. Questions can be sent to me at mhollandbavis@tompkinschamber.org. 

Contribution Form

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 are now open. View more info >

Apply Here

Upcoming Chamber Events

Coffee Talk with a focus on the

Finance, Legal & Insurance Industries

Friday, Jul 21 at 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Tompkins Chamber Office, 124 Brindley St.

Info & Registration

FREE and family-friendly!

Movies in the Park on Friday, July 28th


You're invited to bring a blanket or chairs to Stewart Park at 7:00 p.m. and enjoy the sunset while waiting for the movie to begin. The Cayuga Chamber Orchestra and Cayuga Health will be tabling and providing some fun, interactive games before the movie starts as well. CNY Attractions will have movie snacks & drinks available to purchase. See you there!

More Info

Welcome Home Wednesday

Wednesday, Aug 2 at 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Salt Point Brewery Co, 6 Louise Bement Ln, Lansing

Info & Registration

LEARN: How to Host a Successful Internship

Tuesday, Aug 8 at 9:00-10:30 a.m.

on Zoom

Info & Registration

Business After Hours at Atlas Bowl

Tuesday, Aug 8 at 5:00-7:00 p.m.

61 W. Main St, Trumansburg

Register Today!
 

Member Announcements & Resources

 

Governor Hochul Announces $150 Million New York Forward Loan Fund 2 to Provide Flexible Loans to New York State Small Businesses


Partnership With Mission-Driven Community Lenders Will Strengthen Small Businesses and Non-Profits Through Access to Capital and Support Services

 

Expanded Eligibility Will Allow More Small Businesses to Qualify for Loans

 

Interested Businesses Can Pre-Apply Here >

FREE Comedy Night at Visions

Thursday, July 27th at 7:00-9:00 p.m.


Join for a free Comedy Night with Comedy on the Commons at the Visions Amphitheater! Bring a blanket or lawn chairs for the perfect date night or outing with friends – and laugh the night away! Visions Amphitheater is located at 408 Elmira Road in Ithaca. More Info >

2 shows for the 20th Anniversary of CUMEP!


Sunday, July 30 | 1:00-3:00 p.m.

with Black Hands Universal Market

at the Bernie Milton Pavilion


Thursday, August 3 | 5:00-7:00 p.m.

at the Southside Community Center


More Info >

Tompkins Community Bank Marks Leadership Transition with Gift to Legacy Foundation


Tompkins Community Bank celebrated the start of Johanna Anderson, new Central New York president, and the retirement of Greg Hartz, former CNY president, with a donation to the Legacy Foundation of Tompkins County, a private foundation committed to improving the quality of life for Tompkins' residents. 

Seeing Ithaca: Through the Eyes of Artists

Opening reception: Friday, August 4, 5-8 pm

Show dates: August 3-27

at the State of the Art Gallery and additional galleries throughout Ithaca


The State of the Art Gallery announces “Seeing Ithaca: Through the Eyes of Artists,” a themed exhibit promoting our beautiful, diverse city and the artists who love it. For the entire month of August, SOAG, in collaboration with nine local galleries, will feature unique interpretations of Ithaca and environs in a wide variety of media.


Participating galleries include SOAG, CAP Art Space, The Cherry Gallery, CSMA, The Corners Gallery, The Gallery at South Hill, The Ink Shop, The Mink Gallery, MIX Art Gallery, and The Rest Gallery. Visit seeingithaca.org for additional information.

New this year! Musical Theatre Arts for Teens at TCFA

Ages 13 and up (or by permission)

August 7-11, 9am-3pm


New Teen Dance Theatre Intensive where participants will be coached by theatre professionals in dance, acting, singing, makeup, and costuming. The program will end with an original show, “Making Waves” on Saturday evening August 12 at 8pm. This is a totally hands-on program where participants are involved with every aspect of the performance. Space is limited - Register Now! >

New eBook written by Chamber member Matt Burr of Burr Consulting, now available on Amazon


Unbox Your HR Career: Transform Your Consulting Game and Grow Your Financial Tentacles in the HR Space

More Info

Ithaca Farmers Market Seeks Capital Campaign Manager


The Friends of the Ithaca Farmers Market is seeking a Capital Campaign Manager to facilitate a capital campaign for site and facility improvements at the Ithaca Farmers Market. The IFM was awarded a $3.2 million dollar grant which requires a 15% match and seeks to raise between $600,000 and $1 million dollars in support. The Campaign Manager will work in collaboration with an IFM/Friends of IFM campaign steering committee to develop a case statement and supporting outreach materials, build a donor database and outreach strategy, and develop procedures for donor stewardship.


Contact Friends of IFM President, Monika Roth, at (607) 216-2077 or mr55@cornell.edu for more information.

The Lab of Ornithology’s visitor center will be closed for 10 months beginning Aug. 1st for redesign. You can find more about the project here >

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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