L.E.A.R.N.: Sexual Harassment Prevention Training with Linda Bryan
Wednesday, September 30 | Noon - 1 p.m.
Last chance to take before the NYS deadline!
New York State law requires that employers provide a sexual harassment prevention policy and training on an annual basis to all employees, and encourages training of new employees as soon as possible, noting that employers may be liable for the actions of employees immediately upon hire.
This one hour NYS Compliant Sexual Harassment Prevention Training will include:An explanation of sexual harassment consistent with New York State guidance. The training will conclude with a Q&A for all attendees, and will qualify as a "train the trainer" opportunity.
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NY Forward Loan Fund Webinar
In collaboration with partner
Business Leaders of Colors
Thursday, October 8th | 5 - 6:15 p.m.
The New York Forward Loan Fund can offer small businesses, nonprofits and small landlords working capital loans of up to $100,000 with very reasonable interest rates (2-3%) via several community development financial institutions around the state. These loans are specifically designed to help businesses as they reopen for business and can be used for a variety of purposes.
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RESOURCES FROM FINGER LAKES INDEPENDENCE CENTER:
Architectural Accessibility Consultation
Removing architectural barriers is key to creating an inclusive community and supporting people with disabilities to lead independent lives. Brian Yonkin is FLIC’s architectural accessibility consultant. Brian may be reached at 272-2433 on Mondays and Tuesdays or email Brian@fliconline.org.
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ICMI: Why Your Business or Organization Should Work Towards Accessibility for All
By Jennifer Tavares, Tompkins Chamber President & CEO
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Last week, the Tompkins Chamber was pleased to partner with the Finger Lakes Independence Center (FLIC) to host a L.E.A.R.N. Series Webinar entitled: “Providing Quality Service to Customers with Disabilities”.
We were excited to partner with FLIC on this webinar, because it is a goal of the Tompkins Chamber and the Ithaca/Tompkins County Convention & Visitors Bureau to support Tompkins County businesses in becoming as accessible to their employees, area residents, and visitors to our region as is feasible, and to benefit from the numerous positive outcomes that can result from these changes. READ MORE
To watch the presentation, visit the Tompkins Chamber’s YouTube here.
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Did you miss one of our L.E.A.R.N. Business Impacts webinars or Networking @ Noon Industry Insights events? You can watch them all right on our YouTube channel. Consider subscribing to receive updates every time we post a new video!
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Coming in October (next week!) |
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Welcome Home Wednesday
Virtual Wine Tasting w/ Damiani
October 7th | 5 - 6 p.m.
Have you relocated to the area in the past year to live or work in Tompkins County? Are you interested in learning more about what Tompkins County has to offer a first time resident or someone returning after years away?
The Tompkins Chamber is inviting new residents to Live in Ithaca: Welcome Home Wednesdays with co-host Glen Allen, General Manager and Co-owner of Damiani Wine Cellars as we present a fun virtual Wine Tasting Experience. Invite your colleagues or new recruits!
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Business After Hours
w/ CFCU Credit Union and Community Foundation of Tompkins County
Wednesday, October 14th | 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a community focused virtual Business After Hours with hosts CFCU Community Credit Union and Community Foundation! CFCU has been serving banking needs of individuals, families, and local businesses in Ithaca for over 65 years and contributes greatly to the community through volunteerism and sponsorships. Community Foundation is celebrating its 20th anniversary of improving the quality of life by inspiring and supporting enduring philanthropy in partnership with generous donors and effective non-profit agencies. Come meet the CFCU and Community Foundation teams!
Additionally, Serendipity Catering has an amazing event menu with hors d'oeuvres, desserts and cocktail kits available for order to enhance your virtual event experience! View menu and Kits available for order HERE through Serendipity.
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Attendees will have a chance to join hosts CFCU Community Credit Union and Community Foundation of Tompkins County in making gifts to support our community during this difficult time. Join us! |
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Healthy Workforce Network
On-the-Job Training Grant
The Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a new iteration of its On-the-Job Training Grant through a United States Department of Labor funding award to the Healthy Workforce Network - a local network of organizations collaborating to support people in recovery and their employers.
This funding award differs from past OJT grant programs in that it is intended to support people in recovery receiving educational and training supports, new job opportunities, and maintaining a recovery friendly workforce and employer base in Tompkins County and regionally. All employers interested in being considered for this program must take our survey and be willing to comply with additional program requirements.
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Congratulations to Member Adrina Dietra on Their Move! |
The Tompkins Chamber will join the Downtown Ithaca Alliance and City of Ithaca officials to celebrate Adrina Dietra's move from Press Bay Alley to Press Bay Court on Tuesday, Sept 29th. Visit their website for more information!
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From TMV to COVID-19: The History of Virus Research at BTI
Wednesday, Sept 30 | 12 - 1pm
Plant science has played an unsung role in virus research. Indeed, without important advances in plant science research, the medical community may have taken much longer to discover viruses and develop vaccines for people and animals.
Please join BTI to hear from plant virologist and science historian Karen-Beth Scholthof and Paul Debbie, BTI’s Director of Research and New Business Development. From the birth of virology with Frances O. Holmes’ development of the TMV local lesion assay, to using baculoviruses to manufacture COVID-19 vaccines, learn how BTI research continues to work for humanity.
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Reduced Pricing Option for Employer/ Business Clients
Cayuga Health System, our regional leader in COVID-19 diagnostic testing, has developed a reduced pricing option for participating employers who are requiring or supporting surveillance testing for their workforce.
Additional e-screening for your workforce is available:
· Allows for ready access to telemedicine visits with a provider
· Includes tracking and reporting back to the employer for return to work
For more information, or to explore options for workforce testing, please contact Tracy Gates, Vice-President & Chief Operating Officer at Cayuga Health System at 607-351-8487 or tgates@cayugamed.org.
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Member Arnot Realty Wins NYS DOT Site Bid
Congratulations to member Arnot Realty for their successful $3.79 million bid on the NYS DOT Site in Ithaca. Arnot has been expanding their Ithaca area footprint with several projects on deck, and an additional recent townhouse development acquisition. |
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Take YMCA Aquatics Survey
With the consideration of requests from members and the expanded guidance from health protection agencies, the Y is interested in offering additional aquatic programming, especially for youth. There are two options of aquatics programs that can be performed with a higher level of security and safety for staff and participants. With this knowledge, the Y will require a firm commitment of folks who register in order to gauge the true need. Please complete our brief survey to help guide our planning for these program options.
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Local, Regional, and New York State COVID-19 Updates
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COVID-19 Resources from the US Chamber
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Follow Industry Guidelines & Submit Your Affirmation:
Please visit the NY Forward website using the links below to find your industry sector guidelines whether you are an Essential Business, Phase 1, 2, 3, or 4. We continue to watch for new Guidelines and advocate for clarity for those sectors that haven't been provided reopening guidance yet.
** NYS has issued updates to existing industry guidelines. Please check back occasionally to your industry guidelines to ensure you're aware of any updates **
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Hiring?
Tompkins County has a resource for your job posting called " Workforce Redirect", intended to match job seekers with those employers that are currently hiring.
Contact Workforce Development Board Executive Director Natalie Branosky to have your business added to this page. |
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October Meeting Schedule
Government & Community Affairs
Monday, October 5 | Noon - 1:15 p.m.
Ambassadors Committee
Monday, October 19 | Noon - 1 p.m.
Admin & Finance/Executive Committee
Tuesday, October 20 | 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Board of Directors
Wednesday, October 28 | 8 a.m.
All meetings require advance registration &
will be virtual until further notice.
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Tompkins Chamber and CVB Property at East Shore Drive for Sale
Last week, the Tompkins Chamber & CVB announced to our members and tourism partners our intent to list our property at East Shore Drive for sale, after much consideration and decades of being headquartered at this iconic facility. We're excited to see what will come next for our organization, and for 904 E. Shore Drive.
Click below for the listing information!
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Have questions?
Our team is here to help.
Note: Our offices are open by appointment - please reach out to Carly, Diane, or Jennifer if you need to visit us.
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