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News from the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce
Message from the President

 

Sometimes when dealing with the daily minutia of the workday we lose sight of the big picture of what we are accomplishing. In preparation for a "Year in Review" presentation for the Annual Chamber Membership meeting this week, I spent some time looking back at what we have accomplished at the Chamber in 2014. What I realized is that your Chamber has accomplished a lot!

 

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Business After(?) Hours
 

November's Business After Hours event should probably be called "Business BEFORE Hours". MattressFirm, located at 8351 Lewiston Road, Batavia in the Tops Plaza will be hosting "Breakfasts, Beds & Business" on Thursday, November 13. What makes this event unique is that it is being held from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. instead of the usual after work p.m. hours.

 

This is a networking event open to all Chamber members and potential Chamber members. There will be a 50/50 raffle to benefit Crossroads House, door prizes, and breakfast will be provided by the nearby Subway.

 

Please RSVP to Kelly Bermingham at 585-343-7440 by November 10th. It will be great way to start your day!


Call for Business of the Year Nominations

The Chamber's Annual Awards Committee is now accepting nominations for Businesses of the Year. Nominations must be received by November 7, 2014 to be eligible for consideration.

 

Please note that a brief write up will qualify your nominee for consideration.  Nominations are now being accepted for Business of the Year, Entrepreneurial Business of the Year, Agricultural Business of the Year, Innovative Enterprise of the Year, Special Service Recognition & Geneseeans of the Year.  Business Nominees must be a Chamber Member (If unsure of your nominee, call the Chamber to verify). 

 

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2015 Tourism Co-op Marketing Funds Now Available

 

The Chamber is announcing the availability of 2015 collaborative marketing dollars for in-county tourism related businesses. The Chamber's "matching funds" program is open to area accommodations, attractions, restaurants, events, and retailers who take an active approach in advertising to potential visitors to Genesee County. 

 

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Travel with the Chamber
 

The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce is offering four incredible travel tours for 2015: 

  • National Parks of America on August 8-19
  • China (All New Itinerary!) on October 14-22
  • Thailand/Hong Kong on October 31-November 8
  • Spain's Costa del Sol & the Portuguese Riviera on November 5-17

Click here for more information on all of the Chamber's travel trips.


Chamber Window Displays
 

Are you looking for a way to advertise your business along Main Street?  Have an upcoming event you want publicized?

 

The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce's front windows are available to Chamber Members to set up a display advertising their business! Why not take advantage of this great, FREE opportunity for your business? Window displays are available in 2-3 week blocks, with set-up and take-down scheduled on Mondays.  Reservations are taken on a first come, first serve basis.

 

Contact Melissa at 585-343-7440 for all of the details to sign up your time for 2015!


Did you know?

 

The Chamber acts as your voice in Albany and keeps you informed of legislation that could affect your business and helps you contact your local representatives. With over 500 Chamber members, there is strength in numbers in presenting a unified voice on business issues to our elected officials.

Call for Events, Festivals, & Special Occasions


The Chamber manages multiple community and tourism events calendars (both online and in print) and would like your event info.  Please send us any upcoming event information that you would like promoted.  Additionally, please let us know if your business or location is celebrating a special anniversary or occasion in 2015.  To submit event info, click here for the event submission form and fax (585-343-7487) or email it to the Chamber. 

How to Start a Conversation with Absolutely Anyone

Did you know that public speaking is often rated the number one thing people are afraid of? But while getting up on a stage in front of an audience can definitely be nerve wracking, many people find striking up a conversation one-on-one just as intimidating. 

 

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Quote of the Month

"Success is the sum of small efforts - repeated day in and day out."   

 

-Robert Collier, author

Your Chamber Resources:

Kelly Bermingham, Director of Membership & Special Events
 
Ginny Elsasser, Staff Accountant/Health Insurance
 
Melissa A. George, Executive Assistant

Eve Hens, BEA Coordinator/Chamber Membership Assistant

Elissa Leuer, Tourism Sales & Marketing Manager

Kelly Rapone, Tourism Marketing Director

Tom Turnbull, President
November 2014
Thank you Chamber Champions!

The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce would like to thank our Chamber Champions:

Alex's Place  

 

Clark Patterson Lee

 

Freed Maxick

              

Lawley Genesee

 

National Grid               

 

Terry Hills Golf Course, Restaurant, & Banquet Facility

 

Turnbull Heating & Air

 

The Bank of Castile/

Tompkins Insurance  

 

United Memorial

Medical Center

 

These businesses have taken the lead role in investing in our Chamber's mission of enhancing business and community development in Genesee County.  To find out how your business can become a Chamber Champion, contact Kelly Bermingham 

at 585-343-7440.


Thank you Premier Members!
Upcoming Events

 

Annual Membership Meeting

Bohn's Restaurant

Thursday, November 6th

 

Breakfast, Beds, & Business

Mattress Firm

Thursday, November 13th

 

Member 2 Member Discount Program

 

Support other Chamber Members and save money when you take advantage of Member to Member Discounts!  Click here for details.



















































































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