In This November Issue... Message from the President: The Event Rocked! Monday Minute VIDEO: People Inc. Project on Buffalo's East Side Health Insurance: Open House for Open Enrollment Chamber in the News: Northtown Plaza EBL Winter ProMix: REGISTER TODAY! FEEDBACK: Take our quick MEMBER SURVEY Independent Health HEALTHY DOSE: Ready for a Challenge?!

Message from the President/CEO

The Event 2018 has come and gone but will go down in the Chamber’s history as one of the best. If you were among the hundreds who attended, you will no doubt understand what I mean. The room was packed with people from both large and small companies representing every corner of the local business community. There was an incredible energy; engagement and networking were over the top! Read more .

Monday Minute: Building UP Buffalo's East Side

A.J. Baynes goes one-on-one with Rhonda Frederick, President/CEO of People Inc. on its new mixed-use project at Jefferson and Northampton on Buffalo's East Side. The $20 million dollar project is in its early stages, but will include two three-story buildings with 86 apartments and stores and small businesses on the first floor.  We'll feature a video interview each month on matters important to our community.

OPEN HOUSE FOR OPEN ENROLLMENT

Penny LaPlaca

Olivia Dann

Christine Langenfeld

We are now processing individual dental and health care plans. Rates are posted on our website here . Our team of licensed brokers is ready to help! Call the Chamber offices at 632-6905 or email healthinsurance@amherst.org for more information.

Chamber in the News: North Town

When Buffalo News reporter Steve Watson broke the story of the delay in the Northtown Plaza construction project, he called Chamber President/CEO A.J. Baynes for reaction. You can read the story here . It wasn't long before Channel 2's Emily Lampa jumped on the story. Watch it here. Channel 4's Al Vaughters then followed the story. Watch it here .

See You There!

JOIN US FOR THE GRAND OPENING AT THE NEW FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BUFFALO AMHERST/UNIVERSITY DATE: Wednesday, November 7th TIME: 4:30pm-7pm LOCATION: 3880 Rensch Rd., Amherst Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres! MORE INFO A.J. and Olivia will be behind the bar, joined by guest bartenders: Joe Spano, Chris Costanzo, Jeff Bochiechio, Lynsey Weaver, Buffalo Common Councilman Joel Feroleto, Andrea Moran and Jim Lougen. GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR TIPPERS AND PRIZE GIVEAWAYS! Open bar, hors d'oeuvres and lots of networking! REGISTER

Mark Your Calendar!

AN EVENING WITH HEALTH AND WELLNESS EXPERTS! Bialek Chiropractic and Thrive Nutrition and Wellness DATE: Tuesday, November 20 TIME: 5pm-7pm LOCATION: 4575 Main Street, Unit 3, Amherst Join us for wine tasting and catering by Salvatore's Italian Gardens REGISTER JOIN US FOR A FESTIVE NIGHT OF CHAMPAGNE AND DIAMONDS! Brian Michael's Jewelers DATE: Tuesday, December 18 TIME: 5pm-7pm LOCATION: 1150 Niagara Falls Blvd. REGISTER

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TAKE THE HEALTH AND WELLNESS CHALLENGE!   Western New Yorkers are encouraged to get up, get moving, and start living healthier by taking part in the Independent Health and Buffalo Bills Health & Wellness Challenge. The latest round of this six-week, community-wide program began on October 22 and runs through December 2.   By meeting daily goals and completing easy and fun healthy activities, participants in this fall’s Health & Wellness Challenge will earn points and be eligible to win the grand prize of $5,000 cash. In addition, a $500 cash prize will be awarded every week, along with a variety of daily prizes, including:   Tickets to Nov. 25 game with pre- and post-game passes Tours of New Era Field for six people Bills autographed memorabilia $100 gift cards to the Official Bills store Bills New Era caps Bose wireless headphones Fitness trackers   It’s not too late to register! Those interested in joining the Health & Wellness Challenge can sign up at buffalobills.com/thechallenge .   How the Health & Wellness Challenge Works As part of the Health & Wellness Challenge, participants earn points by achieving three main daily goals:   1)      20 minutes of physical activity 2)      Eat five servings of fruits and vegetables 3)      Drink eight glasses of water

Participants can also complete one “extra points” challenge each day. As an added bonus, participants who refer their friends, family and co-workers can earn 10 extra points for each person who registers. Participants can keep track of their progress and learn about that day’s “extra points” challenge by logging-in at buffalobills.com/thechallenge . The number of points earned throughout the Health & Wellness Challenge will determine the number of chances participants have in the prize drawings.

Thank You to Our Investors

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