A Note From Interim President Peggy Coleman | |
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A few weeks ago, Jennifer Tavares announced her departure after ten years of outstanding leadership and service to our organization and community. We are deeply grateful for all she has done. As shared at that time, I have stepped in as Interim President while the Chamber Board works through the leadership transition process. I wanted to take a moment to provide you with an important update on our progress.
The Board of Directors has formed a Search Committee to select the next President of the Tompkins Chamber, ensuring that we remain fully aligned with our core values and transition plan during this process. The search committee is being chaired by Kelli Cartmill, who serves as Chair of our Board, and the Chamber will be partnering with Express Employment to facilitate the search. The committee has already reviewed an updated role description, which will soon be shared with Express Employment as we begin the search in earnest. I will keep you informed with further details and a specific timeline as the process moves forward.
In the meantime, I am honored to continue serving as your Interim President. The entire Chamber team remains committed to delivering the high-quality programs, services, and return on investment you expect as valued members. There is much more important work ahead, and we look forward to accomplishing it together as we move through the rest of the year and beyond.
Thank you for your continued support during this transition.
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Tickets close 10/16!
Annual Celebration & Awards
Thursday, October 24th | 5:30 - 9:00
Ithaca Downtown Conference Center
The Tompkins Chamber & Visit Ithaca are excited to host you at the brand new Ithaca Downtown Conference Center. This event will feature a cocktail reception, passed hors d'oeurves, a seated dinner, remarks, and our annual awards.
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Community Conversations: Caroline
Tuesday, October 29th | 9:00 - 10:30 am
526 Valley Rd, Brooktondale, NY
Join your neighbors in Caroline for hyper-local networking, conversation, and advocacy at the Brooktondale Community Center Old Fire Hall. Registration is requested but the event is free and open to all; you do not need to be a Chamber member to participate.
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Gov. & Community Affairs Roundtable
Monday, November 4th | 12:00 - 1:15 pm
Tompkins Chamber | 124 Brindley St
Our Government & Community Affairs Roundtable features discussions focused on key state, local, and federal issues. Open to any Chamber member or municipal partner who would like to share ideas and take action.
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LGBTQ+ Roundtable
Tuesday, November 5th | 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Hair Color Art | 950 Danby Rd Suite 120
Looking for a supportive space to share ideas, get advice, and connect with mentors? The LGBTQ+ Roundtable is the perfect platform for queer professionals to cultivate relationships, explore topics relevant to their professional journeys, and advocate for LGBTQ+ representation in Tompkins County. This opportunity is reserved for Tompkins Chamber members who identify as LGBTQ+.
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Professional Headshots
Friday, November 8th | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tompkins Chamber | 124 Brindley St
Update your professional image with a quick and affordable headshot session provided by Chamber member photographer Mike Smith of Manifesto Designs Photography.
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Fab 5 Young Professionals Awards Nominations
The Tompkins Connect organization is thrilled to announce that nominations for the highly
anticipated 2024 Fab5 Awards are now open. Celebrating its 8th year, the Annual Fab5 Awards highlight and celebrate the achievements of all-star young professionals who are excelling in their fields and making an impact in Tompkins County.
The Fab5 Awards spotlight excellence in five key areas:
● Business Leader of the Year
● Not-for-Profit Leader of the Year
● Volunteer of the Year
● Emerging Leader of the Year
● Industry Leader of the Year.
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Gala Cruises on the MV Teal
Wednesday, October 16th | 5:30 - 7:00
Saturday, October 1th | 5:30 - 7:00
We hope you can help Discover Cayuga Lake celebrate the end of another amazing season on the water, and Teal's 45th birthday. We are inviting everyone to dress up a bit, enjoy drinks and appetizers (on us), a beautiful sunset, a full moon, and good company. We will also feature a silent auction and some fun raffles.
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Alternatives FCU Lobby Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, October 17th | 11:00 - 11:30
125 N Fulton St
| Join Tompkins Chamber and Alternatives Credit Union for a ribbon cutting in their newly renovated lobby! Refreshments, financial information, a member raffle, and swag giveaway to follow. | |
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Thrift & Sip
Wednesday, October 23rd | 4:00 - 6:00
315 N. Tioga St
Love to thrift shop? Join the Women’s Opportunity Center for our OPEN HOUSE event to showcase our newly renovated closet at our Ithaca Office! There will be raffle baskets, snacks, and drinks!
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Jenny Creek Flowers Wreath Workshops | |
Enjoy holiday music, chatting with friends, and seasonal drinks as you choose from an array of dried flowers & pods, mixed evergreens, berries, cones, and ribbons to customize your evergreen wreath.
Winter Wreath Workshop dates:
11/30 2-3:30
12/1 2-3:30
12/7 2-3:30
The Mini-Maker & Me Wreath Workshop is the perfect holiday activity for any parent looking for some hands-on quality time with their kid. During this 60-minute workshop, you and your child will decorate a pre-made evergreen wreath together, choosing from cones, greens, dried flowers, ribbons, and more.
Mini-Maker & Me Wreath Workshop date:
12/8 from 10-11 am
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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 two days a week, right in our office! Many thanks to our sponsor Tompkins Community Bank.
Request Services Here >
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Job Postings & Relocation Support | |
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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 >
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