March Goodness with the Chamber

Member Milestone:

Congratulations to Ithaca College's Park School of Communications on its 50th Anniversary year!

Ithaca College began celebrating this milestone in fall of 2023, and events continue in 2024. Their next event is on April 5th in NYC, entitled "Empowered by Park" and focusing on social responsibility in the media. Congratulations!

This Friday! Coffee Talk:

Tourism, Hospitality & Agriculture Sectors

@ 124 Brindley St | Ithaca

Friday, March 22 | 9:30 - 10:30 am

We invite professionals from the Hospitality, Tourism, and Agriculture industries to connect with colleagues and expand your network in this casual environment.

Learn More & Register

Upcoming Events & Opportunities

Ride the Solar Eclipse Bus

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Fair Haven Beach State Park via motorcoach bus. Explore on your own before the interactive programming begins at noon, featuring engaging activities presented by the Sciencenter, NYS Parks' Josh Teeter, and astronomer and artist Tyler Nordgren. Bus departs from Hilton Garden Inn at 7:30am. Contact Rob@Visitithaca.com with additional questions.

For more ideas on making the most of the Eclipse in Ithaca, go to Visit Ithaca's website.

Unity in Shades | New Roundtable

Tuesday, March 26 | 1 - 2:30 pm

@ 124 Brindley St | Ithaca

A new space where professionals of color can build meaningful relationships, discuss their experiences in business and non-profit settings, and raise the visibility of multi-cultural individuals in Tompkins County.

Info & Register

2024 Economic Summit

Thursday, March 28th

Networking & Breakouts:

8:30a | Cinemapolis

Look for breakout topics on website!

Luncheon: 11:30a - 1p | Coltivare

Panel Discussion:

The Future of Higher Education

plus Andrew Fish, Centerstate CEO on

Micron's Impact: Preparing Our Region for Growth

Small Business Roundtable

Tuesday, April 9 | 9 - 10:30 am

@ Feel Goods Ithaca

Join peer business owners and leaders to share successes, challenges, and find camaraderie in this confidential space. Beverages and light snacks provided.

Info & Register

Business After Hours @ BTI

Tuesday, April 16 | 5 - 7 pm

Boyce Thompson Institute

533 Tower Rd, Ithaca, NY 14853

Join us for our April Business After Hours at Boyce Thompson Institute, celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year. Free parking will be adjacent to BTI. Enjoy food from member Yxi's Arepas and great networking!

Info & Register

Meet with SBDC Counselor Michael Herceg at the Chamber

We are excited to host SBDC Counseling every week, right in our office! Many thanks to our sponsor Tompkins Community Bank.

Schedule an Appointment

News & Important Updates

Sunny Days Invites You to Celebrate their 10th Anniversary Monday April 1 - Member Discount

Sunny Days is celebrating 10 years in business with a birthday party on April 1st (no joke)! They will be celebrating all day, and for the main event, join them from 5pm to 8pm including a ribbon cutting at 5pm, plus live music, tasty treats and beverages. Members may receive 20% off a single item if they mention being a Chamber member at checkout.

Ithaca Area Economic Development Recruiting for Spring Pathways to Manufacturing Cohort

The Pathways to Manufacturing program is a full-time, four-week training program to equip people with the technical skills needed by area manufacturers. Upon completion, participants get a one-time $500 stipend, guaranteed interview with at least one participating manufacturer, and can take the Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA) exam–a national credential.

Read the press release here >

Wide Awake Bakery Offers 3rd Thursdays @ the store

Come meet the Wide Awake Bakers on March 21st at their 435 Franklin St. location! Music by Travis Knapp, special treats from the bakery, and 50 cents off a loaf of bread or any beverage!

GIAC Seeks Mentors

A Volunteer Opportunity That Will Change Your Life

Be a 1-on-1 mentor with a student needing support in middle school. Meet with your student 2 afternoons per week A college degree is not needed. If interested call or text Susie Kossack at 607-275-6250.

Our new 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 >

Job Postings