You're invited to a bruncheon!
Thursday, June 16 from 11am-1pm

This year's Annual Celebration & Award Ceremony is a bruncheon! We are pleased to host an in-person event with award winners and guests, Board and staff, for our first time back to Emerson Suites at Ithaca College. We will celebrate our accomplishments from the past year, recognize award winners, and begin our 125th Anniversary celebrations!

Menu to include brunch-themed entrees with meat, vegetarian, and vegan/GF options; a seasonal salad; baked goods; and beverages.
Upcoming Chamber Events
Lansing Community Conversations
Thursday, May 12 | 9:00-10:30am

Join your neighbors in Lansing for hyper-local networking, conversation, and advocacy! Community Conversations serve as a forum to allow us to better understand and support the unique needs of each community. Business owners, non-profit leaders, and government officials of Lansing are invited to attend.
Ribbon Cutting & Open House
Thursday, May 12 at 12:00pm

Please join us along with the Vecino Group, The Cherry Arts, and Tompkins Community Action for a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of Ithaca Arthaus.
Women in Business Roundtable
Tuesday, May 24 | 3:00-4:30pm

Important conversations, real-time brainstorming, and a supportive environment are the hallmarks of our regular Women in Business gatherings. Any Chamber member business owners, leaders, or team members, who identify as women are welcome at our roundtable discussions.
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Member News, Updates & Resources
We welcome Dr. Kremenek to our community!

Amy Kremenek was appointed as the new President of Tompkins Cortland Community College and will start the position as of June 1. She will be TC3's 5th President.
Consolidated Funding Applications
Due Friday, July 29

The annual Consolidated Funding Application for Round 12 opened May 2nd. Several funding sources from New York State agencies are available for business, municipalities, not-for-profits, and the public to apply for assistance from dozens of state programs. For more information visit the Regional Economic Development Council's website.
Tompkins County Office for the Aging Open House
Friday, May 13 at 12:00pm
214 W. Martin Luther King Jr./State Street 

In celebration of Older American’s Month, the Open House will provide the public a chance to tour the office, hear about our many community programs, as well as recognize our 2022 Outstanding Volunteers. Please RSVP to Caryn Bullis at the Office for the Aging, cbullis@tompkins-co.org or by calling 607-274-5450.
21st Annual “Kids Are Our Business”
Garden Cocktail Reception
June 8 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
at Celebrations 

Join the Advocacy Center for their annual outdoor garden cocktail reception to benefit youth survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Tompkins County. There will be appetizers, a cash bar, and their signature raffle. 
Job Posts
Please, share with appropriate referrals/candidates!


Hiring? Send us a link to your job posting at npotenza@tompkinschamber.org, AND tag #workinithaca when you post on social media.
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Our team is here to help.
Just call the Chamber at 607-273-7080, or email us at info@tompkinschamber.org. For specific need areas:

Sarah Barden, Member Relationship Manager
Shelby Green, Office Assistant
Carly Hansen, Director of Operations & HR
Diane Hemly, Office Manager & Bookkeeper
Cloud Kelley, Business & Workforce Development Specialist
Nana Potenza, Marketing & Communications Manager
Jennifer Tavares, CEcD, President & CEO

Note: Our East Shore Dr. office is staffed most weekdays from 9am-5pm (Fri. 9am-3pm) for pick up or delivery, and our entire team is available by appointment. Please call 607-273-7080 during normal business hours.
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