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T H E C H A M B E R Connection
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What’s Inside…
From the President Page 2
In Memory
Chamber Window Displays
New Members Page 3
Driver Improvement Course
Visitor’s Guide & Map
Member News Page 4
Economic Development News
Mixer Invite Page 5
Marketing Roundtable
Breakfast & Business Page 6
YEA! CEO Roundtable
Renewing Members Page 7
Upcoming Chamber Events
Anniversary Members
Inserts Pages 8 -12
Chamber Meetings Page 13
Picture Find
QUICK LINKS:
Chamber University-LinkedIn
DATE: Wednesday, March 19, 2014
TIME: 2:00-3:00 PM
WHERE: Canandaigua Chamber of Commerce, 113 S. Main St.
COST: $15.
RSVP: At least 5 days before the class.
You're probably using social media like LinkedIn, but are you
really maximizing its usefulness to recruit and bring in new
business? 500 of the fastest growing companies in the US use
LinkedIn.
71% have social media as a formal part of their business or
marketing plans
62% of the CEOs of the 500 fastest-growing companies
believe that social communication and marketing have been
necessary for growth
63% of Inc. 500 CEOs participate in or have an ownership
stake in the social media activities of their companies
19% attribute cost savings to social media – particularly in
the area of recruiting new employees
And 81% are using LinkedIn, with LinkedIn gaining
popularity among business owners over other networks.
Speakers:
Sal Pitti
of The Pitti
Group at Morgan
Stanley, a Senior Portfolio
Manager, Wealth Advisor
manages assets and
provides financial advice to
professionals, retirees/pre-
retirees, affluent
individuals, corporations
and non-profits.
Vince Lecce,
Senior Regional
Marketing Director
from Putnam
Investments, works
with financial advisors
providing them with
investment solutions.
They will share some tips and shortcuts to maximize the usefulness
of LinkedIn to help you in your marketing and growth efforts in
2014 and beyond.
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CHAMBER CONNECTION
M e s s a g e F r o m t h e P r e s i d e n t …
This month I wanted to take a few moments to say thank you to a few Board members whose terms on the Board ended on December 31, 2013. The Chamber has been very fortunate in having really good Board members who not only devote their time to the Board, but, in most cases, other Chamber committees as well. They are truly working to make the Chamber and the community the best they can be.
Christopher Bross joined the Board in July of 2006. Chris is the Chair of the Membership Committee. He has also attended nearly all of the prospective member breakfasts where he shares with the benefits of belonging to the Chamber from a business person prospective.
Bill Fuge joined the Board in July of 2006. Bill served as Board Chair in 2012. He also served as treasurer from 2007 – 2009. During Bill’s tenure on the Board he has served on the following committees: Executive, Membership, Community & Government Affairs, and Economic Development.
Scott Mackey joined the Board in January 2010. Scott served as co-chair of the Tourism committee. He was also active on sub-committees of tourism. Scott could also always be counted on to provide an item for a “WOW” bag welcoming groups to the community.
Amy Pauley joined the Board in January of 2007. Amy served as Treasurer from 2009-2012. She was a member of the Executive Committee from 2007-2012 and has been Chair of the ATHENA committee since 2009. Amy’s experience with non-profits was valued by the Board.
If you see, Chris, Bill, Scott, or Amy please thank them for their service to the Chamber.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chairperson
Randy Farnsworth -- Randall Farnsworth Auto Group
1st Vice Chair Jodee Case Rizzo -- Cases Convenient
2nd Vice Chair Paul Griswold -- Finger Lakes Technologies
Group, Inc.
Treasurer Tom Walter --EFP Rotenberg, LLP
Immediate Past Chairperson Floyd Rayburn --F. G. Rayburn
Mason Contractors, Inc.
BOARD Drew Broderick Bristol Mountain Resort
Chris Burns The Inn on the Lake
Donald Cheney Cheney & Blair, LLP
Richard Cutri Just Right Carbines
Lynne Erdle Canandaigua City School District
Christopher Hubler CIG Insurance Agency
Lauren Kolb Genesee Valley Trust Company
Kurt Koczent Thompson Health
Peter Lijewski Constellation Brands
Joe Nairn Finger Lakes Community College
Salvatore Pitti The Pitti Group Wealth Advisors at Morgan Stanley
Kim Riccio Leonard’s Express, Inc.
CHAMBER STAFF
Alison Grems - ext. 206 President/CEO
Thomas Lyon-ext. 208 Economic Development Specialist
Kelly Rotter - ext. 205 Administrative Assistant
Becky Simmons - ext. 202 Director of Membership & Visitor Services
Elisha Snow - ext. 203 Communications & Events Coordinator
Canandaigua Chamber of Commerce 113 South Main St.,
Canandaigua, NY 14424 Phone: (585) 394-4400 Fax: (585) 394-4546
Website: www.CanandaiguaChamber.com Email: [email protected]
This Month’s Chamber Window Displays
Stargazer Property Group ◊◊◊
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
◊◊◊ Paws On Main Street
Pet Grooming
To reserve a free Main St. window for your business call
585-394-4400, ext. 205.
Sincerely,
Alison Grems, IOM President/CEO
IN MEMORY
THOMAS E. SHEAVLY
Thomas Sheavly passed away on January 10,
2014. Tom was an active and dedicated
volunteer in the community. Tom served as
the chair of the Canandaigua Chamber Board
of Directors in 1953 and was the longest
serving past chair of the Chamber Board.
Tom will be greatly missed by everyone at the
Chamber and the greater Canandaigua
community.
Save the Date - March 7th Legislative Luncheon with Senator Mike Nozzolio &
Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb
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CHAMBER CONNECTION
CHAMBER CONNECTION
CHAMBER CONNECTION
CHAMBER CONNECTION
Phone: (585) 748-9008 www.thehappychefcatering.com
A full service catering company in Canandaigua, New York, focusing on helping busy people entertain effortlessly. Menus feature fresh ingredients and unique dishes coupled with excellent service. From cocktail parties to multiple course ''sit down'' dinners, I will design the perfect menu for your needs!
Certified in Culinary Arts and Wine Education.
Saturday, February 1, 2014
9:00 am – 3:30 pm at
Finger Lakes Community College,
Room #A104
Saturday, March 1, 2014
9:00 am – 3:30 pm at
Finger Lakes Community College, Room #A104
Save up to 10% off your base rate of your collision and liability
insurance and/or up to 4 points off your driver’s license. Classes
may be retaken every 3 years for insurance discount, and every
18 months for point reduction.
Cost is $40. AAA and FLCC discounts available. Rates are
subject to change. Pre-registration and payment is required by
the Tuesday before the class. DIP is sponsored by the
Canandaigua Chamber.
Register today at the Chamber 585-394-4400, ext. 205.
2014/2015 Canandaigua Visitor
Guide & Map If you are a tourism-based business, you’ll want to be sure to advertise in our 2014/2015 Canandaigua Visitor’s Guide/Map. We will be printing 30,000 copies of the brochure again in 2014 and it will be distributed to members, visitors, in welcome bags, etc. We also take them to regional and county brochure exchanges to be distributed throughout the area. Call Becky Simmons at (585) 394-4400, ext. 202 or email:
New Members
10 Lift Bridge Lane East Fairport, NY 14450
Phone: (585) 377-7360 Web: www.bmepc.com
BME Associates is an engineering, planning, landscape architecture,
survey and construction management firm - celebrating its 25th year. Located in Fairport, New York,
we specialize in land development and municipal services for economic
growth projects that create places for people to live, work, shop and play.
“Your pets are treated like family”
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CHAMBER CONNECTION
CHAMBER CONNECTION
Ralph Sheridan Golf Classic 2011
For many new and expanding small businesses, the process can be intimidating and confusing, from where to find financing, who to partner with for supplies/distribution, to marketing. The Chamber offers many resources to help small businesses succeed. While many members may have heard about some of the partnerships and resources, there may still be some confusion about how to access resources, and what these partnerships can do to help.
One such resource is the Chamber’s partnership with Greater Rochester SCORE. SCORE is a nonprofit lead by volunteers to help small businesses start, grow, and prosper. SCORE is a resource partner for the Small Business Association. These volunteers are business owners and business executives in the greater Rochester area. Currently SOCRE has about 90 volunteers from all areas of private business and nonprofit, from accounting to new media, from startup to business succession.
One of the major services provided by SCORE is business counseling, either one-on-one, or team approach. While some may perceive this kind of counseling as focused on new business, some of the greatest successes have come from existing businesses unsure of the next step, or struggling to overcome some impediment to success. The broad range of skills SCORE volunteers hold can provide the right combination of knowledge to mentor business owners through good times and bad.
In 2013, the SCORE office located at the Chamber experienced an increase of nearly 25%. While many of these counseling sessions were for new businesses, a number of existing small businesses discussed expansions or direction changes, tested new project ideas, and rethought underperforming business strategies. Meeting with a trained and confidential SCORE mentor likely saved time and money over diving in unprepared.
SCORE also offers several workshops that may be of use to our members. Upcoming workshops include international trade, Operation Entrepreneurship (focused on unique benefits of veteran owned business), business financing, and government contracting. While Counseling is at no charge to clients, workshops often carry a nominal fee to cover materials and space. For complete workshop schedule or to register, visit www.greaterrochester.score.org.
As always if there are any questions regarding how the Chamber can help your business succeed, please do not hesitate to call Thomas Lyon, Economic Development Specialist at 585-394-4400, Ext. 208 or [email protected]. If you are interested in meeting with a SCORE Councilor, please feel free to call the Chamber to set up an appointment, 585-394-4400 x205.
Contractor in New York for the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program.
Halco Energy, owned by Hal and Tammy Smith, is based out of Phelps, NY.
Canandaigua Judge Appointed to Fourth Term
City Council appointed John Schuppenhauer to a fourth term as a part-time city court judge earlier this week.
Schuppenhauer was chosen among three candidates. The term is for six years.
He will preside over felony, misdemeanor, vehicle and traffic, and city code violations, as well as civil cases.
In addition to his judicial position, Schuppenhauer is a partner in the Canandaigua law firm of Chamberlain, D’Amanda, Oppenheimer and Greenfield, LLP.
Halco Receives National Award
Halco Energy was presented with the 2013 “Using Innovation Award” for marketing leadership, energy saving and sales and marketing, by the US Department of Energy.
Halco was first honored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority as a top contractor in 2012. In March of 2013, the company was again recognized by NYSERDA the for achieving Top
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CHAMBER CONNECTION
Unique Seminar Offering For Local Chamber Members
One of the important roles of Rochester Business Alliance and local Chambers of Commerce is facilitating cooperative efforts and networking opportunities among our members. One the ways we do this is by offering educational workshops and instructional seminars that become a conduit for members to work together in ways that are mutually beneficial.
A new and unique program we are offering is the Marketing & Advertising Roundtable. Many small and medium sized businesses today need expert marketing and advertising assistance to succeed, but the cost of securing professional-level support is beyond most of their financial means. This roundtable is our answer to this challenge.
Business owners are invited to join others like themselves in a group discussion about their marketing and advertising efforts where they can share ideas, offer constructive feedback and gather information that can save each other considerable time and money. RBA training partner, Marketizing Concepts, will conduct the 2 ½ hour session and work with attendees to improve their marketing and advertising plans. In addition, each attendee will receive a one-hour individual consultation outside the roundtable at no additional charge. RBA is opening this program to your local Chamber members for the same price our members pay - $90.
Registration is easy and quick by contacting Michele Hefferon at 256-4614 and mentioning this flyer. We hope to see your members join ours in this new program that will help each grow their respective businesses.
Marketing & Advertising Roundtable Wednesday, February 19, 8:30 – 11 a.m. RBA, 150 State St. Rochester
A Canandaigua Chamber Networking Event...
AFTER HOURS MIXER
DATE: Thursday, February 20, 2014
TIME: 5:00-7:00 PM
Come promote your business and meet
other local businesses!
RSVP at least 5 days before event online
or call 585-394-4400. $5 at the door.
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CHAMBER CONNECTION
Breakfast & Business
with FLCC President,
Dr. Barbara Risser
Friday, February 28th
Finger Lakes Community College’s new five year strategic plan was recently
released. Join us for a Breakfast & Business event to learn about the college’s
new strategic plan from FLCC President, Dr. Barbara Risser. Dr. Risser will discuss
the direction of the college and will answer questions that you may have. The
Breakfast & Business event will take place on Friday, February 28th
, 7:30-9:00 a.m.
at Finger Lakes Community College (3325 Marvin Sands Drive) in Stage 14.
You must RSVP your attendance to the Chamber at 585-394-4400, to
[email protected], or on-line at www.canandaiguachamber.com
by Friday, February 21st
. The cost to attend is $15.00 which includes a continental
breakfast.
Make plans now to join us February 28th
!
The Canandaigua Young Entrepreneur’s Academy will be holding a CEO Roundtable on
Wednesday, February 26th from 5-6:30 p.m. at Finger Lakes Community College. The CEO
Roundtable will feature Randy Farnsworth, President, Randall Farnsworth Auto Group; Frank
Hamlin, President & CEO, Canandaigua National Bank & Trust; Mike Stapleton, President &
CEO, Thompson Health Systems; Denise Chaapel, Owner, Sweet Expressions; Gabe
Cinquegrana, former Owner, Lone Wolf Computers, Inc.; and Linden Drake, CEO, Get Juled.
The YEA CEO Roundtable is an opportunity for local CEO’s to share their experiences and
insights into the business world with the next generation of CEO’s.
Chamber members are welcome and invited to attend. Please RSVP for the event to (585)
394-4400 or via e-mail to [email protected] by Monday, February 24th.
CEO Roundtable
February 26th
5–6:30 p.m.
Finger Lakes Community College
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CHAMBER CONNECTION
PLAN AHEAD –
Upcoming Chamber Events!
Mixer Schedule (5:00pm-7:00pm)
Holiday Inn Express Canandaigua
Thursday, February 20, 2014
The Eye Care Center Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Ray Sands Glass Thursday, April 24, 2014
Spring Valley Gardens Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Ramada Geneva Lakefront Thursday, July 17, 2014
The Lyons National Bank, Canandaigua Branch
Thursday, August 14, 2014
Reliant Community Credit Union
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
Pearle Vision Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Rockcastle Florist Wednesday, December 10, 2014
We’re now booking 2016 mixer hosts. If you’d like to host a mixer in the
future, contact Elisha Snow at 585-394-4400, ext. 203 for more information.
RENEWING MEMBERS
Businesses:
Amanda Grover Real Estate, LLC
Andrew S. Cosh
Barone & Siciliano & Co.,CPA’s, PC
Belhurst
Brad Champlin, Centra Financial Group
Brian H. Hill Construction
Brown Hound Bistro
Canandaigua Cemetery Association/Woodlawn
Canandaigua Self Storage LLC
Cat's In The Kitchen CMAC (Constellation Brands Marvin Sands
Performing Arts Center)
Community Bank, N.A.
Crazy Horse Transportation Service Direct Maytag Home Appliance Center Dunn Tire
Finger Lakes Animal Hospital Finger Lakes Gaming and Racetrack Happiness House/Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy
Hawks Pro Connections
J. James Wolfe Agency, Inc.
Joseph Hezel, Geneva Insurance Agency Kennedy & Son Family Corporations/ Canandaigua Monument Co. Key Bank National Association
Kratie's Pack, Ship & Copy
Lakewood Vineyards
Legacy at the Fairways
Leonard's Express, Inc. Long Term Care Associates, Inc. Mobile Music
Naked Dove Brewing Company
North Coast Advisors, LLC
Ontario Mazda
Peter L. Rothe
Reliant Community Credit Union Renaissance - The Goodie II Shoppe Roseland Bowl Star Cleaners Tall Trainer Fitness Systems
The Brocklebank Firm
The Feltner Group Theatrical Design Network United Church of Bristol
Venezia & Associates
Anniversary Members
20 Mobile Music
10 Integrated Storage Solutions, LLC
10 Resort Property Rentals
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113 South Main Street Canandaigua, NY 14424
C H A M B E R M E E T I N G S
February 2014
Feb. 6 8:30 a.m., Ambassador Committee at Chamber
Feb. 8 8 a.m., Trout Derby Committee
at Chamber Feb. 14 Noon, Economic Development
Committee at Chamber
Fall/Winter Hours at the Visitor Center
Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Feb. 18 1 p.m.., Executive Board at Chamber
Feb. 20 7:45 a.m., Board of Directors
at Chamber
Feb. 26 Community & Government Affairs Committee at Chamber
PICTURE FIND
If you’re new to the game, the
Chamber awards one free mixer
pass to a mixer within a year to
the first two people who find the hidden
image that’s shown above. If you found the
hidden picture in this newsletter, call in its
correct placement to the Chamber, at 585-
394-4400. You must be a member in good
standing in order to play and win. May win
up to two times per year.
Feb. 28 Noon, Economic Development Committee at Chamber
