NOTES FROM THE PRESIDENT
We asked and you answered!
During the month of January we surveyed our membership and your responses came back with enthusiasm. Our members were thoughtful, truthful and honest in answering the questions. The staff will use this information to better serve our members. Here are some of the highlights:
- This is the only chamber for the majority of our members. Sixty-six percent of you said the Bethlehem Chamber is the only Chamber you belong to.
- Our members represent small businesses. Fifty-seven percent of you work for businesses with five employees or less.
- The two issues that were the biggest concerns for our members are workforce development and regulatory issues.
Thank you to all that participated in the survey.
As part of the survey we were giving away one member a $500 digital marketing package. Congratulations to
Wildbird Junction Backyard Nature Shoppe
on winning the prize.
We had other winners this week. We gave away
Enhanced Directory Listings
at our Chamber Vision 2019 event. The enhanced listings went to
Melanie McCully
at
To Life!
and
Kelly Bailey
at
Kinderhook Bank
. These listings allow the businesses to include their logo, photos, videos, and a significant increase to their business description. Enhanced listing also receive priority placement in their categories.
Did you know that our online member directory is the most popular page on our website?
Call us to find out how you can enhance your directory listing.
Maureen McGuinness
President
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The Albany County Legislature’s law committee will discuss the proposed Paid Sick leave legislation at its next meeting on February 28. Legislators are waiting for a report on the financial impact on businesses of the proposed legislation before voting on this proposal. The proposal calls for paid sick leave for any employee working in a business located in Albany county who works more than 80 hours in a calendar year. Details of the proposal can be read on the legislature’s
website. Questions or comments can be directed to county legislators.
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Chamber Vision 2019
Earlier this week we held our Chamber Vision 2019 event to discuss what's ahead for 2019. We also informed members how they can maximize their Chamber membership to the fullest.
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Nominations Open for 34th Annual
Awards Dinner
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We are now taking nominations for our 34th Annual Awards Dinner. Award categories include Business of the Year, Citizen of the Year, Community Spirit Award, Lifetime Achievement, and Youth Award.
Nomination deadline is
February 8.
Click image for details and to submit a nomination.
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Sponsorships Available for 34th Annual Awards Dinner
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We will host our 34th Annual Awards Dinner on Thursday, April 11, at Normanside. A number of sponsorship opportunities are available. Gain valuable exposure for your business or organization - to view levels and complete details, see the Sponsorship Form.
Click image for form.
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Click each text graphic below to be taken directly to Member Events, Member News,
Community Corner, and Around the Region for complete details.
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Normanside
Sweetheart Special:
Thursday Feb 14 – Saturday Feb 16
Patriot Flight
Honor WWII Patriot Flight Veterans:
Saturday, Feb 8, 1:00pm
Royal Meadery
Valentine's Day Mead and Cupcake Pairing:
Friday, Feb 15, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Town of Bethlehem
Microenterprise Grant Public Information Sessions: Tuesday, Feb 12, 8:00am and Wednesday, Feb 20, 5:00pm
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New York Divorce: How much does it cost to get divorced in NYS? See how
For You By You’s cost compares to the state average.
If you are looking to grow your business or seek out new career or marketing opportunities in the new year, get a head start with
Bethlehem Public Library’s
powerful digital research tool, ReferenceUSA.
Ando Salon
is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a special! Valid 2/1-2/14/19, check out News Feed for details.
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Click logo below for contact information.
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Shannon's Barber Shop BA is now under new ownership - welcome back
to the Chamber!
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Stay connected on LinkedIn
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THANK YOU TO OUR E-NEWSLETTER SPONSOR
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Located in Glenmont, Farm Family Insurance Company - Burke Insurance Associates offers Life, Health, Auto, Farm, Contractors, Business Owner's, Equine and Landscape Insurance, as well as Homeowners Advantage, Liability/Umbrella Coverage, Disability Income, IRA’s and Annuities. Click logo to visit their website.
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