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Think Local. Buy Local. Buy Chamber.
The BOTTOMLINE
Volume 25 No. 7 July/August 2010
Chamber Day at the RacesThursday, August 12
This premiere summer event is just the ticket for great networking and a chance to enjoy thebeauty and excitement of Saratoga Race Course! The day features a delicious buffet luncheon at The Carousel, located on the second floor of the clubhouse overlooking the picturesque picnicarea. Ticket includes admission to clubhouse, official race program, “pink sheet” and buffet.Registration starts at 11:30 am and lunch is served at noon. Attire is business casual.
Cost is $45 for Members and $60 for Not-Yet-members. Tickets are limited to 35 and will sell-out, don’t wait to register!
Go online to www.southernsaratoga.org or call the Chamber at 371-7748.
Event Sponsor:
The Winds of Positive Change are in the Summer AirAs we all enjoy a little down-time during these summer months, positive and exciting changes are happening
around us. The on-going construction and recent expansion approvals for GLOBALFOUNDRIES at the LFTCinsures strong economic activity into 2011 and beyond. Many members are telling their stories of increasedbusiness because of this monumental construction project. Additionally, the Chamber’s Think Local – Buy Localcampaign is gaining more and more traction daily and we anticipate that hundreds of businesses will be adoptingthis program throughout the region and displaying their support through the use of point of purchase logos andmaterials.
Realizing the NY State Legislature remains in a state of dysfunction without a budget approval on the horizon,many private sector businesses are developing new and innovative ways of generating business. A recent Chambersurvey of the construction industry reveals that although housing and commercial starts remain stagnant, there isstrong indication that this industry will see a solid uptick in 2011. More importantly, there is a current buzz fromthe supply-chain component of the semiconductor manufacturing industry regarding the development of thiscluster industry in our region. This will ultimately result in increased activity in our economic development arenavery soon.
Finally, although this recession has had an impact, our region has fared much better than other regions of thisstate and country. From discussions with many members, business has remained equal to, or in many cases betterthan last year through the first 6 months of 2010. This is certainly an indication that we have most likely enduredthe worst of this downturn. It’s all uphill from here! To that end, the Chamber is planning many new programsand services to be introduced in the last half of this year that we believe will help your business become strongerand poised for growth in 2011. Remain vigilant, stay connected, utilize all your resources and position yourselffor new opportunities in the months ahead! Enjoy the summer!
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Mark your calendar nowfor these upcoming networking events.
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2nd ThursdayNetworking Mixers
July 8Multi-Chamber Cruise
September 9Edison Club
October 14Trick Shot Billiards
& Sports Pub
November 12Hampton Inn — Clifton Park
December 10Holiday Mixer — TBA
2010 Mixer Sponsor
Women in Business Networking Mixers
July 19The Mill on Round Lake
2010 WIB Sponsor
If you are interested in hosting a mixer to highlight your business, call Denise at The Chamber office
at 371-7748 for details.
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UpcomingEvents
This unique program consists of sevenseminars on topics ranging from writ-ing a business plan to monitoring cashflow, preparing budgets, and increas-ing profitability. The seminars havebeen developed with the input of both
state and local business experts and will be presented by various professionals. StartUpSmart will end with a special graduation ceremony for the participants. Inaddition, each participant will have the opportunity to receive individual businesscounseling at no cost from the Small Business Development Center at the Universityat Albany's School of Business or SCORE. Program is limited to 20 individuals!
Seminar Schedule:
Sept 16 - Business Planning 101Sept 23 - Legal Issues and the Small Business Sept 30 - Planning for Marketing SuccessOct 7 - Developing Your Product, Service and BrandOct 14 - Cash Flow, Budgets and ProfitabilityOct 21 - Financing a Small Business and Return on InvestmentOct 28 - “Inspiration Panel” and Graduation Ceremony
Location: The Executive Education Center at the Chamber Offices, Clifton Park
Investment: $99 per person for the complete series
Interested individuals can join the StartUp Smart Group on LinkedIn or call 371-7748, or email: [email protected] for more information
Sponsored by: The Business Review, Scherff Insurance & Sunmark FCU
What people are saying about StartUp Smart!“There could be no better investment for anyone contemplating starting a business of any size. Having graduated from the Spring 2009 session I can tellyou that the classes covered the most essential start-up topics in a concise manner. (No time wasted!) Experts were brought in to speak on specific issues,and resources were freely shared for those looking to expand on the topics. If you’ve ever wondered if you should start your own business, StartUp Smart is the program to help you find the answer. If you've already started a business,but realize now that you skipped some essential steps along the way, you'll alsolove this course.. Excellent investment of time and money! Excellent endeavor byThe Chamber of Southern Saratoga County!”
—DIANE DONATO, STARTUP SMART GRADUATE
Yankees Game!Wednesday, Sept 8th
Don’t miss this exciting game day at Yankee Stadium when the
Yanks take on the Baltimore Orioles!
The package includes a game ticket (afternoon game), Deluxe A/C Video Busround trip transportation, movies and prizes in route, continental breakfast, lunchat the stadium with beverages and snacks during the game.
Tickets are selling fast and cost is only $86 per person—don’t wait to reserveyour seat. Call 518-371-3737 to book today!
Seats are limited!
Steven M. Egna, Director of Business Advisory Services with Teal, Becker & Chiaramonte CPAs, P.C. a regional
accounting and business services firm located in Albany, recently was named Instructor of Great Distinction by the Institute of Business Appraisers. Egna is a Certified BusinessAppraiser accredited by the Institute of Business Appraisersand a Certified Merger & Acquisition Advisor accredited by the Alliance of Mergers & Acquisitions; his focus is on business valuation, litigation support, economic damagesanalysis, and CFO advisory work as well as mergers and acquisitions.
New York Long Term Care Brokers are hosting a specialevent on Thursday, July 15th from 4:00pm-5:30pm at
The Century House with Phyllis Shelton-Attract & Retain Employees-Offer them a new benefit. This presentation is forbusiness owners, managers and human resource executives interested in how an LTCI benefit can be offered on either avoluntary or employer-sponsored basis, and also the substan-tial tax benefits that exist. To reserve your seat contact Jeannieat [email protected] or call 688-8136. In addition, NewYork Long-Term Care Brokers, Ltd. Invites chamber membersto their 14th Annual Charity Golf Tournament to benefit The Double H Ranch in Lake Luzerne, NY, on Thursday, July 22nd, 2010 at the Fairways of Halfmoon. For more details call Brian O’Connell at 800-695-8224 ext 132 or 518-688-8132 or email [email protected]
Abeloved former CAPTAIN Youth and Family Servicesvolunteer was fondly recalled recently as the organization’s
Teen Activity Room was dedicated in her memory. Kim Herman volunteered and worked for the southern SaratogaCounty organization for more nearly 15 years before losing her battle with breast cancer in December.
Maureen Kelly of Clifton Park, N.Y., has joined CitizensBank as a Mortgage Loan Officer. Her office is in
Albany. Kelly originates a wide range of residential mortgages,including conventional and government loans. She originatesboth jumbo loans and loans for first-time home buyers. Kellyhas been in the mortgage business for 12 years. For further information, visit www.citizensbank.com
Joann Sternheimer, partner at the Albany-based law firm ofDeily, Mooney & Glastetter, LLP, was recently named
president of the Capital District Women’s Bar Association(CDWBA). The installation ceremony took place as part of theAssociation’s 32nd Annual Dinner. Founded in 1989, Deily,Mooney & Glastetter is a regional law firm based in Albanywith additional offices in Massachusetts and New Jersey.
Marvin and Company, P.C. a leading regional CPA firm in the Capital Region, recently held a Habitat for
Humanity Day. Fifteen employees and family members assisted Capital District Habitat for Humanity in rehabilitatinga house in the Capital District. Since 1976, Habitat has builtmore than 200,000 homes in the United States and in 100countries around the world.
The Black Crowes return to the Palace Theater on Friday,October 15 at 8:00 PM. Tickets are $42.50. Palace Theatre
Passport Members can purchase tickets by calling the Box Office at 465-4663. All other customers can purchase tickets atthe Palace Theatre Box Office, by calling Ticketmaster-Charge-By-Phone at 800-745-3000, visiting any Ticketmaster outlet location or www.ticketmaster.com. For further informationvisit www.palacealbany.com
Seton Health Foundation proudly presents their 17th annualfundraising gala~ A Summer Evening in Saratoga~ honoring
Former Congressman Michael McNulty on Thursday, July 29,2010 from 5:30pm-8:30pm at the National Museum of Dancein Saratoga Springs. Individual ticket cost-$125, honorarycommittee couple cost-$300. For further information, pleasecall 518-268-5503 or visit www.setonhealth.org
Tech Valley Office Interiors, Inc, a diamond level Hon Office Furniture dealership, founded in 2005, has recently
moved its showroom and offices to Newton Plaza II on Route9 in Latham. The dealership was formally located in Albany onNorthern Blvd. TVOI is a full service dealership specializes inall levels of office and residential office furniture. Owner RodDion stated “he is very pleased to now be located at such awell know destination address.” Since their inception, TechValley Office Interiors has provided furniture and services towell know national firms such as Walt Disney World, ToyotaManufacturing Plant in San Antonio TX, and Google. For further information, visit www.techvalleyofficeinteriors.com
Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP, the Capital Region’slargest law firm, has announced three new summer
associates: Meredith Leigh Birdsall, Matthew A. Homyk, andMonica R. Skanes. Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP has offered its summer internship for more than 20 years. The program offers law students an opportunity to gain legal experience. Each year, Whiteman Osterman & Hanna receivesrésumés from students nationwide who are interested in becoming a summer intern.
Capital Communications Federal Credit Union car buyingservice can help you find the car that’s right for your
circumstances, get the best price on the car you want, handleall dealer negotiations, and get the best value for your trade.Contact the Car Buyers Helpline team if you are in the marketfor a new, or used, car or commercial vehicles and fleet sales.Visit www.capcomfcu.org for further information.
Now through October 7, CDPHP is hosting a farmer’s market every Thursday from 11:00am -1:30pm at their
offices located at 500 Patroon Creek Blvd. in Albany. Thefarmers’ market offers local and organic products, includingfruits, produce, flowers, and specialty items, as well as infor-mation about nutrition and gardening and access to regionalfarmers to its employees and the community-at-large. For further information visit www.cdphp.com.
Liberty Ridge Farm, home of the Capital Region’s original and largest cornfield maze,
announces the appointment of NancyDvorscak as Corporate and Group Sales Liaison. Dvorscak will oversee the sales andcoordination of company events, picnics andcorporate team-building workshops at the agri-tourism farm. Liberty Ridge Farm featuresthe Gifford Barn Corn Maze, Brad’s Barnyardof Adventure, a Pick-Your-Own Farm Market
and a full schedule farm activities and weekend festival events.For corporate events the facility offers a 40’x100’ event tent,Camp Celebration cottages, the Quincy Room in the GiffordBarn as well as private campfire and picnic sites. For further in-formation visit www.libertyridgefarmny.com
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Ribbon Cuttings
Cutting the ribbon at Tech Valley Office Interiors new location at 595 New Loudon Road in Newton Plaza, Latham,are from left: Tech Valley Office Interiors Account ExecutiveStacey Carr, The Chamber of Southern Saratoga County President Peter Aust, Sienna College President Fr. KevinMullen, Colonie Town Supervisor Paula Mahan, Albany-Colonie Chamber President Mark Eagan, Tech Valley OfficeInteriors President Rod Dion, his wife and children, Tech Valley Office Interiors Account Executive Courtney Hilmeyerand Colonie Chamber President Tom Nolte. Tech Valley OfficeInteriors is your one stop shop for all of your commercial gradefurniture needs! Call them at 518-786-1089 or visit their website at www.techvalleyofficeinteriors.com for further information.
Hannaford Supermarkets recently announced that it has launched a completely redesigned website –
www.hannaford.com – loaded with innovative features to help customers save time and money. The site creates astronger connection with customers through the convenience of store-specific content, the value of coupons and targetedpromotions, and the ability for users to customize their online experience.
Hector PT Sports is proud to announce the release of its new FACEBOOK and TWITTER page!
Visit www.facebook.com/HectorPTSports andhttps://twitter.com/HectorPTSports. Join them and receive helpful wellness and injury prevention information.
Lake Ridge Restaurant is holding the 2nd annual Luck of the Draw Dinner event on Wednesday, July 28 to help
sponsor children with Juvenile Arthritis who want to go to arecreational camp solely for kids with varying degrees of thisdebilitating disease. 30% of all dinner bills that evening will go towards this JA sponsorship. Reserve your table by calling 518-899-6000 or call the Arthritis Foundation at 518-456-1203 for further information.
Saratoga Hospital has earned re-designation as a “Magnet”hospital for nursing excellence. About 6 percent of the
nation's hospitals have attained Magnet status. Even fewer—just 2 percent—have achieved the more difficult re-designation.Saratoga Hospital made history in 2004 as the Capital Region’s first Magnet hospital. ANCC Magnet Recognition is considered the gold standard for patient care. To obtain additional information on all aspects of Saratoga Care, visitwww.saratogahospital.org.
Bartel Communications, Inc., an award-winning corporatecommunications firm in Waterford, was contracted by the
Mohawk Towpath Scenic Byway to create and execute a publicity campaign for the organization's 5th anniversary since being designated one of America’s Scenic Byways.
The Chamber welcomes Jessica Dunn and Jennifer Narkiewcz,co-owners of Welcome Relief Massage Therapy in Malta.
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New Think and Buy Local Campaign Materials
AvailablePosters, Stickers, Electronic Emblems and Door Clings are available to display in your business to remind your
customers of the importance of thinking and buying locally.
Contact the Chamber office at 371-7748, by email at [email protected]
or stop in the office to get your materials today!
Chamber member Nigar Hale(left) of the Spotlight News-papers and Chamber VicePresident of Membership Development Denise Romeoshown here were speaking ata recent community event onthe importance of the BUYLOCAL campaign.
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Keep in mind that The Chamber of Southern Saratoga County has a valuable Member-2-Member discount program—
available to members only!
Please visit the Chamber’s website, www.southernsaratoga.org and log on to the Member’s Only section to see
the special discounts offered by the following valued members:
Curtis Lumber, Inc. Times Union
A Peaceful Place Massage & Wellness CenterAfter Hours Farm
Ameriprise Financial-Catherine TuckerNelson Beebe, CPA
Bella Rouge Cosmetic & Skincare BoutiqueBusiness Operational Success Systems Inc.
Business WorksCapital Region Language Center
Capital Region MicrositesCharge Card Systems (CCS)
Coffee News of the Capital RegionDeLain Law Office, PLLC
Dependable Carpets & Floor CleanersFerguson Family Chiropractic
Foggs AutomotiveThe Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom
JCB SpecialtiesM. Johnson Contracting
Kinney Management Solutions, LLCLiedkie Moving & Storage
Maple Ski RidgeMechanicville Self Storage
Mercury Pen Company MovinAds Marketing & Signs
CA North RealtyNortheast Spine & Wellness
OG Computer Services, LLCPhilly Soft Pretzel Factory
Priority One Networks, LLCRevered Business Solutions
Roca ClinicSeaglass Logowear
Ameriprise Financial-Justin SprakerSprint
Sprint/Nextel Sylvan Learning Center
Tiny Tots Tea Room and Early Learning CenterUnified Digital
Usherwood Office TechnologyYour Spice of LifeZava Hair Studio
Marketing 201— Unraveling the Mysteries of Market ResearchDid you know that Market Research can make or break yourmarketing success? Do you know what it is? Do you knowhow to get it? Better yet, do you know why you need it andhow to use it once you get it? This seminar will explain:
• What Market Research is• How it is Relevant to your business• Where to and how to access market data• How to utilize the market research to make
and save money
Presented by:Paul Fahey, COO/Chief Marketer of Zone 5
When: Wednesday, 7/21, 7:30am – 9:30amWhere: Chamber Executive Education Center
Cost: $10 Chamber Members, $20 General Admission
Register: www.southernsaratoga.org or 371-7748
Sponsored By:
Breakfast Courtesy of:
Attention MembersHELP US
SERVE YOU BETTER!THE CHAMBER IS UNDERTAKING
A COMPLETE DATABASE CHANGE IN JULY.
WE WANT TO BE SURE WE ARE TRANSFERRING CORRECT AND UP-TO-DATE
MEMBER INFORMATION TO OUR NEW SYSTEM.
PLEASE LOG-ON TO THE MEMBERS ONLY SECTIONOF WWW.SOUTHERNSARATOGA.ORG
TO CHECK THE INFORMATION WE HAVE ON FILE FOR YOUR COMPANY,
INCLUDING E-MAIL AND WEBSITE ADDRESSES.
YOU MAY MAKE CHANGES THROUGH THE WEBSITE
ORCALL THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 371-7748
WITH UPDATES OR IF YOU NEED A USER NAME AND PASSWORD FOR THE MEMBERS-ONLY
SECTION OF THE WEBSITE
Thank you!
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2010 Chamber Spring Golf Classic
a Shining SuccessMany thanks to all who participated in the sold-out 2010 Chamber Spring Classic! Ballston Spa Golf Course provided a
great day for all in attendance and Mother Nature delivered on beautiful weather! A round of applause is in order for thededicated Golf Committee members who worked for months to make a great tournament for their fellow members includingChairperson Jim Slagen, Strategic Management, LLC, Peter Appiarius, KeyBank, Matthew Clarke, Bouchey & Clarke Benefits, Inc., Mary Connally, G.A. Bove & Sons, Jeff Eckert-KeyBank, Chris Frances, Capital Region Retirement Specialists,Peter Judd, Time Square, Jim Hartle, KeyBank, Justin Maneen-KeyBank, Suzanne Nielson, AFLAC NY, Jim Reeks, LeChaseConstruction, Brian Taber-Schrader & Company, Ian Townsend-NBT Bank.
Very Special Thanks To:Ball Drop Contest Sponsor:
Putting Contest Sponsor: Tech Valley Office InteriorsLunch Sponsors: Bouchey & Clarke Benefits, NBT Bank, Contest Sponsors: Turner Construction, Times Union, Capital Communications Federal Credit Union, Saratoga Gaming and Raceway, Golf Cart Sponsors: Capital District Physicians’ HealthPlan, DeMaria Financial, Price Chopper Pharmacy, Saratoga Hospital, Time Square, Beverage and Snack Sponsors: DeCresenteDistributing Company, Savemore Beverages, Stewart Shops, Prestige Services, Hole In One Sponsors: Mohawk Honda, Northway 8 Golf Center, KeyBank, Toshiba Business Solutions and Technical Video, Tee Sponsors: Alpin Haus, Bentley’s Tavern, The Mill on Round Lake, The Rusty Nail Grill & Tavern, Capital Region Retirement Specialist-Christopher Frances,Gil’s Garage, Kinney Management Services, Lighthouse Insurance Agency, The Preferred Group, Seton Health, Strategic Management, Raffle and Prize Donors: A Wireless Solution, Curtis Lumber, Golf Tournament Committee, Gauchos Grill &Catering, Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom, Holiday Inn Resort Lake George, Lake Ridge Restaurant, LeChase Construction Services, MVP, Pasta Pane Rustic Italian Bistro, Pioneer Bank, Residence Inn by Marriott, Saratoga Springs, Staples, TD Bank and Times Union.
A special thank you to Todd Manderson, Tony Panza and the great staff at Ballston Spa Country Club. We also wish toextend warm thanks to our photographer Scott Mathias, Mathias Marketing and all of the wonderful day-of-event volunteerswho contributed to the success of the tournament!
Congratulations to Chris Calogero, Brian Kosineski, George Murphy and Greg Stopera for taking Team Gross honors of 57. John Feyrer, Rick Lewis, Bill Poetzsch and Kyle Lewis came in second with a score of 59. Third place honors went to theteam of John Millet, Scott Steinhardt, Adam McNeil and Jim Daley with a score of 61 and 4th place team Jacques Legere,Mike Pigliavento, Ed Pigliavento and Mark Pigliavento ended with a score of 62.
The above teams will go on to represent The Chamber on September 9th at the second Annual Chamber Cup hosted by the Edison Club against the Schenectady Chamber. The team of Brian Meers, Dan Keating, Marc Perrealt and Gary Richardson were Skins Game Winners.
Men’s Longest Drive was won by Jay Singh and Women’s Longest Drive went to Heidi Harkins. Larry Taplin took honorsfor Men’s Closest to the Pin and Heidi Harkins won Women’s Closest to the Pin. The teams of 1) Brian Meers, Dan Keating,Marc Perrealt, Gary Richardson 2) Jeff Eckert, Mike Eckert, Tom Eckert, Robert Eckert 3) John Millet, Scott Steinhardt, AdamMcNeil, Jim Daley 4) Brian Tabor, John Shatrand, Mel Cavoli and Rich Keating were Skins Game Winners.
New Members Burnt Hills Optical, Inc. Optometrists/Eye Care Mrs. Kristen Cameron P.O. Box 209 Burnt Hills, NY 12027 Phone: (518) 399-6130 Email: [email protected] Website: www.burnthillsoptical.com Saratoga Spa Golf Course Golf Course Mr. Bill Richardson 60 Roosevelt Drive Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Phone: (518) 584-2006 Email: [email protected] Website: www.saratogaspagolf.com SaQus IT Solutions Computers/Computer Services Mr. Joseph Rich P.O. Box 304 Guilderland Center, NY 12085 Phone: (518) 861-5661 Email: [email protected] Website: www.saqus.com Law Office of Michael J. Tommaney Law Firm Mr. Michael J. Tommaney 1568 Central Avenue Albany, NY 12205 Phone: (518) 782-2511 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mtommaneylaw.com
Ed Lewi Associates Public Relations Firm Mr. Mark Bardack 6 Chelsea Place Clifton Park, NY 12065 Phone: (518) 383-6183 Email: [email protected] Website: Www. edlewi.com Hinman Construction Residential Remodeling Ms. Kim Hinman 3378 Birchton Road Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Phone: (518) 885-1835 Email: [email protected] Website: www.hinmanconstruction.com Ballston Spa Veterinary Clinic, PC Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Dr. Eric M. Anderson 365 Saratoga Avenue Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Phone: (518) 885-5650 Email: [email protected] Website: www.ballstonspavet.com
Please Pull Out and Place in the Chamber Membership Directory and Resource Guide
CHAMBER WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS June 2010
It’s Good To Do Business With Members!
Freedom One Funding, Inc. Residential Mortgage Broker Mr. Mark Pawlows 21 Executive Park Drive Clifton Park, NY 12065 Phone: (518) 579-3412 Email: mpawlows@ freedomonefunding.com Website: www.freedomonefunding.com Look TV Northern Broadcasting, Inc. Independent Television Station Ms. Cindy VanDiest 8 Division Street Suite 407 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Phone: (518) 798-8000 Email: [email protected] Website: www.looktvonline.com
Welcome Relief Massage Therapy Health/Fitness/Nutrition Ms. Jennifer Narkiewicz Ms. Jessica Dunn Parade Ground Village 5 Hemphill Place Suite 122 Malta, NY 12020 Email: [email protected] Website: Www.welcomerelief Massage.abmp.com Proctors Broadway Shows, Concerts, Movies & More Ms. Susan Fowler 432 State Street Schenectady, NY 12305 Phone: (518)382-3884 Email: [email protected] Website: www.proctors.org
New Members Adirondack Phantoms Professional Hockey Team Mr. Mike Thompson One Civic Center Plaza Glens Falls, NY 12801 Phone: (518) 480-3355 Email: [email protected] Website: www.phantomshockey.com New Country Toyota Scion of Saratoga Automobile Dealers Mr. Robert McKenna 3002 Route 50 Exit 15 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Email: [email protected] Website: Www.newcountrytoyotaofsaratoga.com Catherine’s In The Park Casual Dining In Beautiful State Park Mr. Ben Record 60 Roosevelt Drive Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Phone: (518) 583-4657 Email: [email protected] Website: Www.catherinesinthepark.com
Saratoga Consulting Group, LLC Consulting Services Mr. Ron Cronin P.O. Box 331 Clifton Park, NY 12065 Phone: (518) 877-7670 Email: [email protected] Website: www.saratogaconsultinggroup.com Mail N More Office & Business Services Mr. Ralph DeLuke 690 Saratoga Road Route 50 Burnt Hills, NY 12027 Phone: (518) 399-3279 Email: [email protected] Website: www.shopmailnmore.com Tech Valley Connect Non-Profit Ms. Angela McNerney Rensselaer Tech Park 120 Defreest Drive Troy, NY 12180 Phone: (518) 698-1715 Email: [email protected] Website: www.techvalleyconnect.com
Please Pull Out and Place in the Chamber Membership Directory and Resource Guide
CHAMBER WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS June 2010
It’s Good To Do Business With Members!
Pasta Pane Opens Earlier!
Sunday – Thursday: 4 - 9Friday/Saturday: 4 - 9:30
Celebrating Happy Hour4 - 6:30pm
7 Nights a week$3-5 Piattini Menu & Drink Specials
Bring this ad in and receive $5 off Happy Hour Menu!
(at the bar only)
18 Park Avenue | Clifton Park, NY | 12065 | 518.371.5762 www.PastaPane.com
Beautiful outdoor seating now available on our Patio!
Proceeds to benefit Seton Health
Individual Tickets $125Honorary Committee $300 per couple
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FORMER CONGRESSMAN
MICHAEL MCNULTY
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Foundation
Former Congressman
MICHAEL MCNULTY
Join us for our Grand Re-OpeningAugust 20th
Ribbon Cutting at 11 am
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LOG ON TOwww.southernsaratoga.org
TO REGISTER ONLINE FOR ALL EVENTS or CALL THE CHAMBER OFFICE at 371-7748
Chamber Seeks Participantsfor 2010
Saratoga County Executive InstituteYou have already heard of The Chamber’s program of
distinction—Saratoga County Executive Institute—thatbegan in September 2007.
Institute provides existing and newly relocated executives, senior level manager’s and their spouses a uniqueand up-close look at some of the jewels of Saratoga Countyand Tech Valley. The program provides an opportunity tomeet key business, civic and cultural leaders from through-out the Capital Region.
Venues on the agenda for the 2010 session include:Saratoga National Golf Course, Saratoga Gaming and Raceway, Albany International Airport and Ellis Medicine,among others.
Each session of the Saratoga County Executive Instituteprogram will include a fantastic meal and feature prominentbusiness, political and community leaders from throughoutthe Capital Region. In nine informative sessions, total, participants will quickly learn about the area and build relationships with those individuals at the forefront ofprogress in our region.
Participation in the exciting 2010 session of SaratogaCounty Executive Institute is limited to 20 individuals and spots are filling fast! Please contact the Chamber at 371-7748 or [email protected] for cost and further information.
Special thanks to2010 Executive Institute Sponsors:
ESARATOGA
COUNTYInstitutexecutive
Join Us As The Dialogue BetweenEducation and Business Continues…
Hudson Valley Community College
Monday, October 4, 20103:30 pm
SILVER SPONSOR:
SUPPORTER SPONSORS:
New Chamber MapThe Chamber is excited to announce a brand new
Southern Saratoga County map will be available both online at www.southernsaratoga.org and in hard copy. The interactive online map is a great way to stay abreast of all the new streets in Southern Saratoga County and to locate Chamber member advertisers.
Hard copies of this joint project of The Chamber ofSouthern Saratoga County and JIMAPCO will be availableat no cost for members in The Chamber office starting thebeginning of August. Please stop by The Chamber office topick up your copy.
Special thanks to all the members that supported thisimportant project!
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Join Us for…A Great SummertimeNetworking Event…
…because sometimes working women just want to have fun!!
Monday, July 195:30PM-7:30PM
The Mill on Round LakeThis fun and casual event will feature drink specials just for Women in Business, complimentary snacks,
great door prizes and lots of quality networking- outside at the tiki bar or under the party tent!
Cost is $10 for Chamber Members and Guests$20 General Admission.
Visit www.southernsaratoga.org to register
Special thanks to our 2010 Women in Business/Baskets of Hope Sponsor
Baskets of Hope—“Backpack Program”
The Women in Business Committee is extending theirreach on the Baskets of Hope Program that benefits thewomen and children staying at the Saratoga County Domestic Violence Shelter. This August will mark the third year the committee will be assembling backpacks filledwith school supplies for the children who are staying at theshelter or needing the services of DVRC at the start of theschool year.
Donations of all school supplies and/or backpacks as well as women’s personal care essentials are needed byAugust 10. Items may be dropped off at the Chamber officeduring regular business hours. Contact Liz Roggenbuck at [email protected] or 371-7718 for more information.
JulyMEMBERFeatured
Featured
Nigro CompaniesJohn Nigro, President__________
When and how did your company begin? Shortly after sell-ing the family supermarket business, Albany Public Markets,around 1970, I proceeded into the real-estate business.
What are the products and/or services your company offers?Nigro Companies is a full-service commercial real-estate de-velopment and management company offering such servicesas site selection, leasing, development, construction andmanagement of commercial real-estate properties within a250-mile radius of our home base in Albany.
Who is your ideal customer and why? We deal with a widevariety of companies (tenants), including nationals such asWalmart, Home Depot, Lowes, Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid,many national restaurants and many other national, regionaland local retailers.
What is one thing that other Chamber members might notknow about your company? Perhaps it is not well-knownthat — while we are based locally — we own and managereal estate (primarily shopping centers) further away in suchcities as Watertown and Ogdensburg.
Looking into your crystal ball, what does your companylook like in 2012? Our strategic plan is to continue to growour company and portfolio of properties by development oracquisition in 2010, 2011, 2012 and beyond.
Chamber Office Summer Hours
Please note that now through Labor Day Weekend,The Chamber office will close at Noon on Fridays. The Chamber will resume regular hours the week of September 6th.
The Chamber staff wishes you and your family s safe and enjoyable summer season!
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Chamber Member of the Month
The Chamber loves to highlight our members and putthem “front and center”. Take advantage of this new opportunity to market your products and services to fellow members and the Southern Saratoga County community.
Chamber Member of the Month Standard Package includes:
• Customized display in the Chamber lobby highlighting your company’s products and services during the month of your choice (based on availability)
• PDF “insert” in the Bottom Line online newsletterand printed version during your month ($175 value-you provide PDF and insert)
• One ChamberTip email broadcast sponsorship during your month ($75 value)
• Recognition of your Member of the Month statuson the Chamber’s homepage
• Facebook Fan page, and Linkedin group includinga hyperlink to your site.
Investment: $500
Chamber Member of the Month Premier Package includes in addition to the standard package:
• Electronic Chamber membership mailing list ($250 value)
• Opportunity to visit the Chamber Offices duringthe month to network with and/or address selectedChamber committees or Board of Directors asarranged with the Chamber staff.
• Two complimentary tickets to the 2nd Thursdaynetworking mixer held during your month.
• Company logo on the Chamber's homepage with a hyperlink to your website.
Investment: $1000
For more details or to reserve the month of your choice(based on availability) please contact Loretta @ 371-7748 or [email protected]
Weekend MBA ProgramInformation Sessions
The School of Business, University at Albany, is hostingan information session this summer, providing insight on thevalue of a business education, the benefits of a University at Albany education and an overview of their weekend MBAprogram. The date is 8/5. For more information or to reserveyour seat, please call 518-442-4960.
Successful Member CollaborationsChamber Members Stacie Peugh, Executive Director of
The Southern Saratoga YMCA and Hector Jasen, MSPT,Owner of HectorPT Senior Rehabilitation Services, PLLCshared their success story with The Chamber:
“I met Hector Jasen when he approached me with a concept to open a physical therapy office in our YMCA facility. Hector’s expertise in working with seniors as well assports rehabilitation was an excellent opportunity to bringconvenient, needed services to the members of our commu-nity and our YMCA. Hector’s office has now been open forover six months and feedback from members has been good.Hector continues to grow his client base while together wehelp people to live a happy, healthy lifestyle. We reached ourgoal to create a symbiotic relationship between HectorPTand the YMCA!” said Stacie Peugh.
Hector Jasen said “The YMCA staff has offered us ongoing support. Stacie and her team have made HPT andits therapists feel like part of the YMCA ‘family’. This work-ing partnership allows HPT to play a more comprehensivepart in the wellness of our patients and the community ingeneral. We look forward to the growth of our continuingworking relationship with The Southern Saratoga YMCA.
The Chamber invites members to share their own collaboration success stories!
The Chamber Provides Valuable Recommendations for Members
When an Ohio-based company in the casino gaming industry needed a marketing and public relations firm to createand execute a 10th anniversary promotional campaign, thecompany’s business manager learned about the business an-niversary consulting services of Bartel Communications, Inc.,through the Internet and the firm’s website. Subsequently, herequested examples of successful business anniversary promo-tional campaigns that Bartel Communications had carried out.One of the case studies Bartel Communications sent was thatof The Chamber of Southern Saratoga County.
In 2007, The Chamber launched a 40th AnniversaryImage Campaign to position itself as an established, dynamicorganization with a significant history of success and achieve-ments. Bartel Communications created the branding message“Marking 40 Years of Passion, Endurance, Loyalty, Strength”and developed an integrated marketing and public relationscampaign. The campaign was a resounding success, resulting in awards from the American Chamber of CommerceExecutives and The American Marketing Association.
“This award-winning anniversary campaign notwithstand-ing, the odds were stacked against us with this prospectiveclient,” says president and chief creative officer Pauline Bartel. Among the references submitted were those of Chamber Presi-dent Peter Aust and Chamber Marketing Director LorettaRigney. “Peter and Loretta were the aces we needed to turnthe odds around in our favor,” Pauline says. “When I receivedthe call that Bartel Communications had won the contract, thebusiness manager told me the element that sealed the deal wasthe recommendation Loretta had provided.”
Upon learning this news, Chamber President Aust said“All of us take great pride in our commitment to helping mem-bers connect with other businesses and build relationshipswithin our 'family' of members. Loretta, and all of the team,are truly adept at providing valuable referrals and recommen-dations. Many times we never know the outcomes of this greatwork. Pauline’s confirmation of this successful recommenda-tion affirms that the culture we've worked hard to establishwithin our organization is second to none!”
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Congressman Murphy Luncheon ReportOn Wednesday, July 7, Congressman Scott Murphy
joined business leaders from three regional Chambers ofCommerce (Adirondack Regional, Saratoga County andSouthern Saratoga County) for a luncheon at the GideonPutnam Hotel to address issues regarding various federallegislation impacting business. In his opening remarks, hethanked the business community for their persistentmessaging to he and his colleagues on issues that ultimatelyare detrimental to economic growth.
During the question and answer discussion, ChamberPresident Peter Aust facilitated questions from attendees.Some of the issues included how the federal government canassist in the discussions with NYRA and the state of affairs inthe NYS Legislature. Broadband infrastructure and healthreform was addressed with the congressman supporting both.As a final discussion, the congressman again stated his supportof the Employee Free Choice Act or “Card Check” which thebusiness community has strongly opposed. His forthrightnessand honesty in defending his positions was applauded eventhough some of his positions are in contrast to the Chambers.
“Prior Approval” ReinstatedYour Chamber, in partnership with the Chamber Alliance
of NYS, won a hard fought battle over the past two years toreinstate the regulatory legislation to have health insurancepremiums reviewed and approved by the NYS InsuranceDepartment prior to them being billed to insurance holders.We believe that with this regulatory oversight, insurancecarriers will now have to insure their rate increases are fullyjustified by actuarial data and that ultimately this may resultin more accurate rate increases in the future.
The Never-Ending Story in theNYS Legislature
Last week, both the Senate and Assembly left Albany forthe July 4th holiday weekend. Their departure traditionallywould mark the conclusion of what has undoubtedly beenone of the interesting and intense sessions, but it is highlyanticipated that the legislature will return in the near future.The legislative discourse was dominated by polarization onmany issues, sometimes positions broke along traditionalparty lines; others upstate -downstate; rural - urban; labor-business or just personalities.
In the end, a number of bad bills have passed. Thesebills that will adversely impact job creators in the State ofNew York have advanced in one house or the other include:
Service Worker Prevailing Wage Mandates(S.7096-A SCHNEIDERMAN / A.10257-AGianaris) This bill would amend the Labor Law toextend wage mandate requirement to private businesses.This legislation would amend the definition of a public
agency to include electric and gas utilities. Ultimately thelegislation will translate into higher energy cost for allconsumer including businesses, the elderly, schools,daycares, local governments and hospitals. The billpassed the Senate 32-27 and the Assembly 90-43. The bill now goes to the Governor for approval or veto.New York State Workplace Bullying(S.1823-B MORAHAN / A.5414-B Englebright)This legislation would create a new private cause ofaction for employees, this proposal would createpotential opportunities for employees to embellishcertain workplace situations for personal financial gainby claiming to have suffered from ”bullying” while atwork. The bill passed the Senate 45-16 and was held inthe Assembly Labor Committee. Passed Assembly 122-21, but has not passed the SenateIndependent Contractor Classification (S.6194FOLEY / A.8237-B John / S.5847-C ONORATO /A.9706-B (Part SS)) These bills would have a severeimpact on the New York State construction industry, byapplying an unnecessary definition of an independentcontractor to the state’s labor law. Passed Assembly 110-28, passed Senate 43-4
Fortunately, a number of bad bills have not passed. TheChamber, working in conjunction with many, many otherorganizations, has to date prevented a number of bills thatwill adversely impact business from advancing in one houseor the other. They include the following:
IDA Labor Mandates (S.1241 THOMPSON /A.3659 Hoyt) This legislation would impose costlyand burdensome mandates to economic developmentprojects financed by Industrial Development Agencies.Farm Labor Mandates (S.2247-B ONORATO /A.1867-B Nolan / S.7787 ONORATO)This legislation would inappropriately imposeunsustainable wage mandates on private farms andmakes the false assumption that these mandates willhave no impact on our New York farms. These wagemandates will likely result in fewer jobs for New Yorkfarm workers, as more of our food will be produced inother states and other countries.Paid Family Leave Mandate (S.5791 SAVINO /A.8742 Silver) This legislation would mandate that allemployers provide a 12-week paid family leave for itsworkforce, regardless of the size of the business. A ”onesize fits all” mandate of this nature does not adequatelyfactor in the wide range of employment situations thatare in place throughout New York State.
The Chamber has written letters of opposition to ourlegislative leaders regarding these issues in addition to phonecalls and emails. We urge you to continue your personalefforts to oppose these bills as they are expected to beaddressed in future sessions, possibly this year.
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1 to 4 YearsAdaptive Results, LLCAdecco Employment AgencyAdvanced AppraisalsAFLAC New York - Suzanne NielsonAird Dorrance, Inc.Albany’s Palace TheatreAmberman Stamp CompanyAmotional RescueArizona Pizza CompanyArtique Co-opBella Rouge Cosmetic & Skincare
BoutiqueBluegrass Promotional Marketing, LLCCanoe Associates Insurance Agency,
Inc.Clifton Park Psychiatric Therapy, PLLCColumbia Cabinetworks LLCConstructive Copy, LLCCUSTOMERicity, LLCKevin M. Dailey, Attorney at LawDennis Appraisals, LLCEast Line BooksElements in Healing Acupuncture
& WellnessEXEControl Global SolutionsFaldoni's Delicatessen & Catering Co.Feigenbaum Cleaners, Inc.Foot Care of Clifton ParkFragomeni Insurance & Financial
ServicesGideon Putnam ResortGirl Scouts of Northeastern New YorkLaw Office of Daniel S. Glaser, PLLCGlobal Events Management, LLCGLOBALFOUNDRIESHB Computing Services Ltd.Higgins, Roberts, Beyerl and Coan,
PCHoliday Inn Albany on WolfHome Helpers and Direct LinkHome Funding FindersHuntington Learning CenterHyatt Place Saratoga/MaltaIntegrity Business GroupThe Jonesville StoreKaralina’sKeyBank, N.A.
KG Business Enterprises LLCKinney Management Services, LLCLiteracy New York Greater
Capital RegionLuther Forest Technology Campus,
Inc.M & T BankThe Mill on Round LakeMirror Lake Inn Resort and SpaMocha Lisa'sMohawk Asset ManagementParma Italia Pizza Restaurant, LLCPepe ProductionsPhenomenal Content LLCPierce Communications, LTD.Plant Doctor LLCPriority One PayrollPriority One Networks, LLCProliant StaffingPrudential Blake Atlantic RealtorsResidential One LLCRevelations Lawn CareRoca ClinicSt. George’s Episcopal ChurchSaratoga HospitalTogalax ClubSaratoga Polo ClubSBI Franchise GroupSchmeiser Olsen & Watts LLCShank & Falvey Insurance AgencySiena Fence Company, Inc.Spire InspectionsAmeriprise Financial Advisor
Justin J. SprakerSquiggout Web Designs LLCSushi Thai @ the ParkEdward W. Swanson, Esq., CPATarget Marketing Advertising ServiceThe Costumer, Inc.The Funding SourceToshiba Business Solutions-NYBoy Scouts of America, Twin Rivers
CouncilUnified Digital Group, LLCUnifiedTechnology.comUpstate Priority Insurance Agency,
LLCVillage of Ballston Spa
W.B. Mason Company, Inc.The Weathersby Guild of Eastern
New YorkWest Mountain Ski AreaWildwood Programs, Inc.Woodmen of the WorldJane A. Woodward, CPA
5 to 9 YearsAccent Commercial FurnitureBartel Communications, Inc.Stephen G. Bozak & AssociatesBusiness Automation Services, Inc.T.M. Byxbee Company, CPAs,
NY, P.C.Center for Economic GrowthClifton Park Advanced Imaging, PLLCCommunity Care PhysiciansDavid A. Flanders Surveying &
Site Consultant, PLLCFairfield Inn & Suites by MarriottFlint EnterprisesGTM Payroll ServicesHampton Inn of Clifton ParkHedley & Co., PLLC
Certified Public AccountantsHound Dog GraphicsKansas Eye Surgery Associates, P.C.Make It Fit, LLCMarks Adjustment Inc.NPA Financial, Inc.Park Lane TobacconistPeople Management SystemsThe Pike Company, Inc.Prestige Services, Inc.Preston Home RepairRose & Kiernan, Inc.RPS Logistics ConsultingSaratoga Lake Golf ClubSpare Time*Clifton ParkSportsplex of HalfmoonTEIGITTri-City Valley CatsVan Patten Golf Course and
The Vista Restaurant/BanquetServices
Wal-Mart Store #2844
10 to 19 YearsAbele Builders, Inc.Accounting For AllADT Security Services, Inc.John J. Boltz ConsultingPhilip J. Brendese Funeral HomeRobert J. Chauvin, Esq.Chouiniere’s Trucking &
Excavating, Inc.Countryside Stove & Chimney-
Burnt HillsHardrock Equipment CorporationIKON Office Solutions, Inc.Montgomery Consulting, LLCNew York Power AuthorityOpen Arms FellowshipPower Delivery Consultants Inc.T. A. Predel Company Inc.Ravenswood PubRE/MAX Park Place - S & R JacobsonSaratoga County Board of SupervisorsLawrence H. Seitelman, DDSStrategic Data SystemsThe UPS Store
20+ YearsBest Western Clifton ParkCAPTAIN Youth & Family Services,
Inc.Casual Living PoolsClifton Park CenterColdwell Banker Prime PropertiesHannaford SuperstoreHoliday Inn - Saratoga SpringsJIMAPCO, Inc.Realty USA - Howard RubingerSaratoga Bridges, NYSARC, Inc.
Saratoga Cty. ChapterTown of HalfmoonGeorge Ward
July Member AnniversariesJuly Member Anniversaries
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Upcoming Events Calendar
July19 Monday
5:30 pmWomen In Business Networking Mixer — The Mill on RoundLake. Chamber Members: $10, General Admission: $20
Sponsored by: Seton Health/St. Mary’s Hospital, The Mill on Round Lake
21 Wednesday7:30 am - 9:30 amMarketing 201 — Unraveling the Mysteries of Market Research —Chamber Exec. Ed Center. Chamber Members: $10, General Ad-mission: $20
Sponsored by: Padgett and JSEC, Inc.
August12 Thursday
11:00 amChamber Day at the Races—The Carousel in Saratoga RacetrackClubhouse. – Chamber Members: $45. General Admission: $60.
Sponsored by: Best Cleaners
Mark your CalendarWed., Sept. 8- Trip to Yankee Stadium
Yankees vs. Baltimore OriolesSee page 2
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