Week of Monday, March 02, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Our Annual Meeting is more than a celebration — it’s the business event of the season. This is where the Greater Utica region’s leaders, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers come together to reflect, connect, and look ahead. We’re honored to welcome a featured speaker from…
Week of Monday, February 23, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, This week, we joined Governor Hochul’s team and Upstate NY Business Leaders to discuss EXPRESS NY, a new statewide effort to eliminate outdated and unnecessary regulations that slow down housing, infrastructure, and small business growth. After identifying nearly 100 regulations for reform, the State…
Week of Monday, February 16, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Hosting an event? Make sure it’s on the Greater Utica Chamber Member Calendar! Adding your event to the Chamber calendar is one of the easiest (and most effective) ways we help promote your business. Your event becomes visible on our website, is included in…
Week of Monday, February 09, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Last week, I had the opportunity to participate in a Business Leads Fellowship Masterclass through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, focused on High-Quality Instructional Materials — a critical component of student success and long-term workforce readiness. The session brought together chamber and business leaders from across…
Week of Monday, February 02, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, We’re thrilled to welcome a new face to the Greater Utica Chamber team! Please join me in giving a big Chamber welcome to Kris Majka, our new Membership Engagement Coordinator. Kris brings an exciting mix of creativity, media savvy, and community-driven energy to this role—exactly…
Week of Monday, January 26, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Snow in the forecast? No problem. Our Chamber councils are still moving forward—and you can join us in person or virtually this week. These council meetings are a great way to stay informed, connected, and engaged with issues impacting our business community. Here’s what’s coming…
Week of Monday, January 12, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, We’re kicking off 2026 with something refreshing for your mind, body, and professional network! Instead of networking as you normally know it, we’re inviting you to slow down, connect, and recharge at our first Business After Hours of the year — hosted at The Portal, Utica’s new wellness…
Week of Monday, January 05, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, A new year brings fresh energy—and if you’ve been following along, you may have noticed some updates taking shape at the Chamber. We’ve been slowly refreshing our website and branding to better reflect who we are today and where we’re headed. If you…
Week of Monday, December 22, 2025: Dear Chamber Members, As we wrap up another incredible year, we want to extend a heartfelt thank-you to you — our members, partners, and community champions — for your continued support and engagement. From sold-out programs like Experience LeadHERship to new initiatives like Restaurant Week and the National Civics Bee, 2025 was filled…
Week of Monday, December 08, 2025: Dear Chamber Members, As we close out the year, we’re heading into our final three Chamber events of 2025, and we’d love to see you there! ✨ Business After Hours – Tomorrow! Don’t miss one of our favorite networking traditions as we gather for our final BAH…
Week of Monday September 24, 2025: Dear Chamber Members, This past week, I had the opportunity to attend the New York State Business Council’s Annual Meeting, where leaders from across the state gathered to discuss pressing issues shaping our economy. Sessions covered everything from federal policy impacts on New York, to…
Week of Monday September 16, 2025: Dear Chamber Members, While we may just be dipping our toe into fall with our trees about to showcase their foliage, we are gearing up for another year of the Chamber’s Business After Hours? 🎉 These events are some of our most popular, with approximately 150 people gathering…
Week of Tuesday, September 08, 2025: Dear Chamber Members, We are excited to announce that nominations are now open for the Greater Utica Chamber Business of the Year Awards. This signature event is our biggest celebration of the year, bringing the community together each December to recognize the outstanding businesses that…
Week of Tuesday, September 02, 2025: Dear Chamber Members, September is here, and with back-to-school season and fall calendars filling up fast, the Chamber is rolling out a packed schedule of events and new opportunities to connect. We’re excited to announce a new partnership with Network & Chill, where we’ll serve as…
Week of Monday, August 25, 2025: Dear Chamber Members, There’s a lot happening at the Chamber, and I’d love for you to be part of it! Tomorrow at 8:30am – Small Business Council Ross Bernston, President of Indium Corporation, will share insights every business can learn from. Wednesday, August 27 at…
