ย Week of Monday, July 20, 2026 Dear Chamber Members, Uptown Utica secured $4.5 million through New York State’s NY Forward program, and the next big step is almost here. Later this summer, the City will formally kick off an Open Call for Projects, inviting proposals for how that investment gets put to…
ย Week of Monday, May 25, 2026 Dear Chamber Members, As many of you know, we have quite a few upcoming ribbon cuttings and we’d love for you to be a part of these special celebrations! I encourage you all to RSVP and come out to support our local businesses if you can.…
ย Week of Monday, June 01, 2026 Dear Chamber Members, After months of negotiations and delayed deadlines, New York’s FY 2026-27 State Budgetย has finally been adopted. While budget season often creates uncertainty for employers, this year’s final agreement includes several provisions that the business community has advocated for throughout the process. Progress…
ย Week of Monday, June 08, 2026 Dear Chamber Members, If you’ve been following What’s Upstate over the past year, you’ve probably noticed we’re doing a lot more than publishing articles and promoting events. At its core, What’s Upstate exists to help people discover why the Mohawk Valley is a great place…
ย Week of Monday, July 06, 2026 Dear Chamber Members, READY TO UNLEASH THE FEAST? Oneida County Restaurant Week starts TODAY and we’ve made it easier (and more fun) than ever to explore. โข Find restaurants near you โข Browse menus and specials โข Share photos in the community Lookbook โข Play…
ย Week of Monday, June 29, 2026 his Fourth of July, many of us will gather with family and friends for fireworks, parades, backyard barbecues, and maybe even a baseball game. As we celebrate our nation’s independence, we’re also beginning the countdown to a remarkable milestoneโAmerica’s 250th birthday in 2026. For…
ย Week of Monday June 22, 2026 Dear Chamber Members, Last week, while at Utica Coffee, I struck up a conversation with a group of travelers from Scotland making their way across the United States to attend a FIFA match in Boston. They had intentionally added Utica to their itinerary after learning…
ย Week of Monday May 05, 2026 Dear Chamber Members, There are moments when weโre reminded just how critical our role is in shaping the future of this region- and theย Whatโs Upstate Experienceย is one of them. At its core, this initiative is about talent retention- one of the most pressing challenges…
ย Week of Monday, April 27, 2026 Dear Chamber Members, Is your business hosting or considering hosting an intern this summer?ย Join us tomorrow for what promises to be an engaging and practical discussion:ย โBuilding High-Impact Internship Programs: A Practical Solution for Small Businesses.โ Wendy Carpenter and Tim Thomas of the Griffiss Institute…
ย Week of Monday, March 30, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Get ready for an inspiring evening as the Greater Utica Chamber proudly hosts theย 2nd Annual National Civics Bee Local Competitionย at MVCC! This exciting event brings together some of the brightest middle school students from across our region. After submitting thoughtful essays on real-world…
ย Week of Monday, March 02, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Our Annual Meeting is more than a celebration โ itโs the business event of the season. This is where the Greater Utica regionโs leaders, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers come together to reflect, connect, and look ahead. Weโre honored to welcome a featured speaker from…
ย Week of Monday, February 23, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, This week, we joined Governor Hochulโs team and Upstate NY Business Leaders to discussย 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…
ย Week of Monday, February 16, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Hosting an event? Make sure itโs on theย 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…
ย Week of Monday, February 09, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Last week, I had the opportunity to participate in aย Business Leads Fellowship Masterclassย through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, focused onย High-Quality Instructional Materialsย โ a critical component of student success and long-term workforce readiness. The session brought together chamber and business leaders from across…
ย Week of Monday, February 02, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Weโre thrilled to welcome a new face to the Greater Utica Chamber team! Please join me in giving a big Chamber welcome toย Kris Majka, our newย Membership Engagement Coordinator. Kris brings an exciting mix of creativity, media savvy, and community-driven energy to this roleโexactly…
