View or listen to episodes of our Leveling Up Podcast below, or join us every other Wednesday live on the Disruption Network. Executive Director Kari Puleo sits down with Chamber Members to get to know them, their businesses, and how they’ve ‘leveled up’ to get to where they are. Each show also begins with a recap of recent events in and around Utica.
Catch up on what’s new at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield as Kari and Eve chat about their upcoming Community-Based Organizations Summit on Friday, June 9. Also learn about Execellus’s recent Forbes rankings, support for the community, and their IDEA initiatives within the organization.
Kari talks with Dianne Stancato, the CEO of YWCA Mohawk Valley. Dianne shared with us how YWCA MV is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Also learn more about their upcoming girls’ empowerment summit, Sky’s the Limit.
In this episode, Kari is joined by guests Jennifer Keida from Standard. Jennifer discusses what it’s like breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry, what’s next for Standard, and how it feels to be selected as this year’s Business Person of the Year! Click the image above to watch the video!
In this episode, Kari is joined by Guests Colleen Blagg and Yawa Zewou from MACNY. Learn more about manufacturing apprenticeship opportunities in the area and the “Real Life Rosies” program launch in partnership with MVCC and Working Solutions. Click the image above to watch the video!
For the latest episode of Leveling Up, Devon Hoffman, the Catalyst Young Professional Group Events Task Force Officer, dishes out all the details on the upcoming Catalyst Scavenger Hunt, so if you’re curious, make sure to listen/watch!
In this episode, Hilda M. Jordan, organizer of the upcoming Utica Youth Empowerment Summit, chatted with Kari about their upcoming event in June and their efforts to expose and assist youth on their path to establishing their careers locally.
In this episode, meet Cristina Ferdinand, Community Educator for First Source Federal Credit Union! First Source offers a lot of help for all ages to understand your banking and finances, and it doesn’t stop there. Find out more and learn how you can access a variety of educational resources by tuning in to this episode!…
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In this episode, Kari sat down with Dr. Anthony M. Baird, Chief Diversity officer & vP for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Student Transitions at Utica University. Listen to learn all about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Dr. Baird’s efforts!
What’s in the news? Well, the news! A local news source that has expanded into Utica! Watch our most recent Leveling Up Episode featuring Bradley Waters, President of Sentinel Media Company. Check it out! Special Thanks to our Sponsors: Delta Hotels by Marriott Utica https://www.facebook.com/DeltaMarriottUtica Excellus www.excellusbcbs.com EJA Moving Service www.ejamoving.com
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Meet Alan Leist, III, of Strategic Financial Services! Learn how Strategic Financial Services is a purpose driven organization that helps people to live a great life, how the core values of SERVE, GROW and LIVE are at the heart of Strategic Financial, and why SFS was named one of the best places to work for…
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In this episode, Kari is joined by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Regional President, Eve Van de Wal. Learn more about Eve’s background in the medical field, Excellus’s role in supporting community-based organizations, and how to apply for the Community Health Awards.
Meet Joe Convertino Jr. and Pat Leone from CH Insurance! Listen and learn a little about Joe and Pat as they discuss their history, risk management, and how sharing the stories of their real-life cases helps them to stress the importance of protecting yourself through partnership with a trusted insurance professional.
This episode features Phil DiGiorgio of the DiGiorgio Law firm, helping us understand the complex rules surrounding estate planning and elder care. Visit www.digiorgiolaw.com for more info!
In our first Episode of 2022 (Season 5!), Kari sat down with our new Special Projects Officer Sean Farrell to talk about his new role and an exciting new project called ‘What’s Upstate?’ The goal of the project is to attract, recruit and retain talent for the Mohawk Valley. Listen in and learn more!…
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In this episode, Kari welcomes Briana Moriarty from the Estate Planning Law Center. Briana is passionate about helping people understand why people need to plan for the inevitable. She shares personal experience and great tips and guidance for everyone. Learn more about Bri, and how Estate Planning Law Center has Leveled Up to help attorneys,…
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In this episode, Meghan is joined by special guest, Sarah Foster from Oneida County Tourism to talk about things to do locally and regionally, the A-Z food tour and why you should “Roam the Empire”
In this latest episode, Kari sat down with Tom Armitage, Senior Digital Marketing Team Lead at Site-Seeker, Inc, author and content-creator, and adjunct professor at Utica College. Watch now and learn all about Tom’s Leveling Up journey and how his writing talents extend beyond the digital world!
In this latest episode, Kari meets with Kyle Strife, from Nelson Strife Financial Group. Kyle is an active member of the local business community, serving on a variety of boards and committees, including the Chamber’s Board of Directors, and the Choo Choo Golf Committee. Watch now and learn all about Kyle’s Leveling Up journey, and…
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MEET GUEST Kristine Theodorakos. Kristine is a Strategic Business Advisor with Gilroy, Kernan & Gilroy and is also the current Chair of the Catalyst Steering Committee. This episode marks the first one as host for the Chamber’s new Executive Director, Kari Puleo. Thank you to our episode sponsor, Gilroy Kernan & Gilroy!
MEET GUEST Alyssa Devins, Owner of Upstate Empire Fitness and FINALIST in our Catalyst Rising Business Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday, December 15th from 7-8pm on CBS-Utica. From…
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MEET GUEST Ramon Zayas, Owner of Ramon’s Bakery and FINALIST in our Catalyst Rising Business Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday, December 15th from 7-8pm on CBS-Utica. From now…
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MEET GUEST Ashley Moody, Owner of Climb Chiropractic Sports Health and FINALIST in our Catalyst Rising Business Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday, December 15th from 7-8pm on CBS-Utica.…
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MEET GUEST Laura Casamento, President of Utica College and FINALIST in our Not For Profit Organization with Over 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday, December 15th from…
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MEET GUEST Joel Zayachek, Chief Administrative Officer for The House of the Good Shepherd and FINALIST in our Not For Profit Organization with Over 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television…
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MEET GUEST Shannon Cayea, CEO of Hospice & Palliative Care and FINALIST in our Not For Profit Organization with Over 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday, December…
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MEET GUEST Maureen McCarthy Tracy, Vice President of Community & Connections at Northland Communications and FINALIST in our For Profit Business with Over 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special…
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MEET GUEST Joann Fornino, Vice President of Public Relations at Casa Imports and FINALIST in our For Profit Business with Over 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday,…
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MEET GUEST Jennifer Keida, President and CEO of Standard Insulating Co. and FINALIST in our For Profit Business with Over 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday,…
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MEET GUEST Dianne Stancato, Chief Executive Officer of YWCA Mohawk Valley and FINALIST in our Not For Profit Organization with Under 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday,…
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MEET GUEST Rebecca McClain, Executive Director of Oneida County History Center and FINALIST in our Not For Profit Organization with Under 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday,…
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MEET GUEST Stephanie Dulak Eghigian, Executive Director for Empowered Pathways CNY and FINALIST in our Not For Profit Organization with Under 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday,…
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MEET GUEST Michael Polce, President & Principal Consultant of M.A. Polce Consulting, Inc. and FINALIST in our For Profit Business with Under 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on…
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MEET GUEST Anita Vitullo, President of Staffworks and FINALIST in our For Profit Business with Under 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday, December 15th from 7-8pm on…
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MEET GUEST Mollie Wadsworth, Marketing Manager & Landscape Designer for GreenScapes Garden Center & Landscape Co. and FINALIST in our For Profit Business with Under 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour…
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MEET GUEST Bill Waszkiewicz, owner, Chester’s Flower Shop and Greenhouses! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they…
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MEET GUEST John Bartholomeo, Owner of Mohawk Valley Wellness! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they are,…
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MEET GUEST Adam Shine from Sunnking! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they are, what their business…
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MEET GUESTS Cathy Cucharale, President, Cucharale Consulting Group LLC and Andrea Card, HCM Account Executive, Paylocity! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders…
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MEET GUEST Alyssa Devins, Owner of Upstate Empire Fitness! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they are, what…
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MEET GUEST Abbygail Coston, Owner, Picturing Changes and Mohawk Valley Community College YEA! Graduate!! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they…
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MEET GUEST Sheena Piersma from the Adirondack Railroad! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they are, what…
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MEET GUESTS Kevin, Brandy & Jessica from Visions Hotels! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they are, what…
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MEET GUEST Jennifer Waters, VP Business Development & Communications, Mohawk Valley EDGE! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who…
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MEET GUEST Shelly Callahan, Executive Director of The Center! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they are,…
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MEET GUEST Barry Sinnott from Bank of Utica! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they are, what…
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MEET GUEST Dan Jones from DBJ Wealth Management, Northwestern Mutual! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they…
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MEET GUESTS Dr. Justin Zalatan and Dr. Salina Suy from Zalatan Dental Modern Dentist! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let…
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MEET GUEST Shayna Keller, Community Engagement Program Manager, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they…
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MEET GUEST Linda McCormack-Miller, Chief Nursing Officer at Mohawk Valley Health System! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who…
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MEET GUEST Ryan McGrogan, owner of McGrogan Design. We celebrated the 30th episode of our Leveling Up Social Distancing Series with a special HAPPY HOUR! You may know our executive director Meghan by now but did you know her husband Ryan is also a small business owner? They had a fun, informal happy hour conversation…
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MEET GUESTS Fred Matt President & COO of Saranac & Greg Evans CEO of Indium Corporation as they talk about the Feed Our Frontline Families Initiative! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will…
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MEET GUEST Roxanne Mutchler, Director of Mohawk Valley Small Business Development Center! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who…
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MEET GUEST Larry Gilroy, President of Gilroy, Kernan & Gilroy. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they…
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MEET GUEST Shannon Cayea, CEO, Hospice & Palliative Care! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they are, what…
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MEET GUEST Dominick Manfredo, Executive Director/CEO of The Community at Sunset Wood! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who…
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MEET GUEST Allie Evans, director of public relations and marketing, Stanley Performing Arts Center! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know…
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MEET GUEST Alice Savino, Executive Director, Workforce Development Board! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they are,…
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MEET GUEST Stephen Turnbull from Turnbull Insurance Service! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they are, what their…
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MEET GUEST Ross Berntson, President and COO of Indium Corporation! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they…
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MEET GUESTS Catrina Dibble and Brian Millar from M.A. Polce Consulting, Inc.! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who…
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MEET GUEST Scot Hayes, owner of New York Sash. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who they are,…
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MEET GUEST Cosmina Schulman, Chief Revenue Officer of Galaxy Media Partners. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business several times a week in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview business owners or organization leaders and let you know who…
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MEET GUEST Steve Karboski, funeral director at McGrath, Myslinski, Karboski & Nunn Funeral Directors. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and…
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MEET GUEST Andria Heath, Executive Director at The Utica Zoo! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you know who…
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MEET GUEST Steve Bulger, CEO/Executive Director of Integrative Community Alternatives Network (ICAN)! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you…
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MEET GUEST Will Bradley from Bradley & Bradley Real Estate! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you know who…
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MEET GUEST Taylor Brose, Community Manager at Innovation Collective: Utica! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you know who…
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MEET GUEST Sarah Foster, Director of Media Relations, Meetings & Conferences Manager at Oneida County Tourism. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader…
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MEET GUEST Amanda Potter, owner of A&P Master Images. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you know who they…
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MEET GUEST Joe Madden, President, Ed & Ed. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you know who they are,…
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MEET GUEST Justin Miller, owner of Universal Bookkeeper. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you know who they are,…
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MEET GUEST Dan Loconti, owner of Ancora! The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you know who they are, what…
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MEET GUEST Kari Puleo, Director of Institutional Advancement, Notre Dame Schools. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you know…
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MEET GUESTS Dan Amado and John Matthews, Strategic Relationship Managers with Northland Communications. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let…
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MEET GUEST Taylor English, owner of English Contracting. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you know who they are,…
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MEET GUEST Alicia Daddario, in-game host for Utica Comets & Utica City FC and also representing Babe’s at Harbor Point, 72 Tavern & Aqua Vino. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan…
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MEET GUEST Gina Ciaccia, Executive Director of Abraham House.The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you know who they are,…
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MEET GUEST Frank Elias, owner of Utica Coffee Roasting Company. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you know who…
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MEET GUEST Heather Beebe, owner/founder of Unstoppable You. The Greater Utica Chamber is featuring a different local business every day in a special edition of their Leveling Up Podcast called “Leveling Up-Social Distancing Series”. Executive Director Meghan McGrogan will interview a different business owner or organization leader daily, and let you know who they are,…
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In this episode, Meghan is joined by special guest, Danielle Padula, Executive Director of Broadway Utica! Danielle is a lifelong resident, and huge fan, of Utica and all that it has to offer! Find out all about her leveling-up journey and learn how her and her team are working hard to continue bringing the joy…
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It’s hard to believe we’re already on Season 2 of the Leveling Up Podcast! For our 1st episode of the season, and 13th overall, Meghan was joined by Jordan Peters, the Sponsor & Marketing Director of the Boilermaker Roadrace, and member of the Catalyst Steering Committee. Watch the replay and get to know all about…
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Catch the latest episode of Leveling Up, filmed live at our 2019 Business of the Year Awards! Thank you to Daria Helmer, Steve McMurray, and Stephen Turnbull for helping host. Many thanks to Scott Lichorowic and his amazing staff at Hart’s Hill Inn for not only their terrific food, but for all of their help…
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Check out Episode 11 of Leveling Up, where Meghan sat down with Stephen Karboski. Steve is a Funeral Director with McGrath, Myslinski, Karboski & Nunn and a very active member of our Catalyst Young Professionals Group. He shared his story about how he became a funeral director, and gave us so much helpful information about…
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In this episode, Meghan is joined by VERY special guest, Anthony “Zee” Donaldson, one of the men behind the podcast magic at Disruption Network. Zee is usually on the other side of the Leveling Up set, running the show behind the scenes. We talk about Zee’s life, The Electric Company-a bar and awesome music venue…
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In this episode, Meghan is joined by special guest, Steve McMurray, to announce the finalists for the 2019 Business of the Year Awards! We also get to learn a little more about Steve, who is currently the General Manager of WKTV, and is also a member of our Board and our Publicity and Events Council…
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In this episode, get to know Dr. Nick Aunkst and Dr. Ashley Moody, owners of Climb Chiropractic. Ashley is from our area, and Nick grew up in Pennsylvania (yes where he worked at a Pop-Tart factory!) They were visiting the area and decided to move to Utica over a delicious brunch at Nail Creek, and…
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Ryan is not only the owner of his graphic design business, McGrogan Design, but he’s also Meghan’s husband. Learn more about how Ryan got into his field, and what drove him to ultimately take the leap to start his own business. Part of that decision came after the birth of their son Peter, who was…
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Meghan sits down with Fran Manfredo, President of Sotera Investigative Group LLC. Many of us know Fran as a dedicated public servant who has been helping keep our community safe on many fronts, but few of us know about his journey. Learn how Fran’s career led him to Sotera Investigative Group, and how their services…
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As with every show, Meghan starts off with a recap of recent events in the Utica area. Then, Chamber Board Member and Membership Council Chair, Pam Mustee, Development Director for the American Heart Association, joins in to talk about her journey, her organization, America’s Greatest Heart Run and Walk, their upcoming Cycle Nation event and…
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We had such a fun time with this Leveling Up episode, recorded live from the first ever Bank of Utica Chamber Cookout Hosted by Catalyst! Meghan sat down with several special guests, including Barry Sinnot and Heather Gates from the Bank of Utica, Scott MacNamara from Advance Media NY, Howard Potter from A&P Master Images,…
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Sarah Foster, Director of Media Relations, Meetings & Conferences Manager at Oneida County Tourism, joins Meghan to give you the scoop on all the activities surrounding the Boilermaker all week long. Sarah also discusses what Oneida County Tourism does for the Mohawk Valley and across New York State. Meg and Sarah also discuss Utica nightlife,…
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In this episode, get to know all about John Bartholomeo, owner and founder of Mohawk Valley Wellness. Mohawk Valley Wellness was started in John’s garage with a few friends working out together. The idea was living a better life through fitness and positive social interaction. Seven years later, his facility on River Road in Marcy…
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Check out the debut show to get an introduction to Meghan, her road to becoming the Chamber’s Executive Director, her family’s history in Utica and so much more.
