Β 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…
Β 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. β’ Find restaurants near you β’ Browse menus and specials β’ Share photos in the community Lookbook β’ Play…
Β 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 milestoneβAmerica’s 250th birthday in 2026. For…
Β 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…
Β Week of Monday May 05, 2026 Dear Chamber Members, There are moments when weβre reminded just how critical our role is in shaping the future of this region- and theΒ Whatβs Upstate ExperienceΒ is one of them. At its core, this initiative is about talent retention- one of the most pressing challenges…
Β Week of Monday, April 27, 2026 Dear Chamber Members, Is your business hosting or considering hosting an intern this summer?Β Join us tomorrow for what promises to be an engaging and practical discussion:Β βBuilding High-Impact Internship Programs: A Practical Solution for Small Businesses.β Wendy Carpenter and Tim Thomas of the Griffiss Institute…
Β Week of Monday, March 30, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Get ready for an inspiring evening as the Greater Utica Chamber proudly hosts theΒ 2nd Annual National Civics Bee Local CompetitionΒ 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…
Β Week of Monday, March 02, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Our Annual Meeting is more than a celebration β itβs the business event of the season. This is where the Greater Utica regionβs leaders, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers come together to reflect, connect, and look ahead. Weβre honored to welcome a featured speaker from…
Β Week of Monday, February 23, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, This week, we joined Governor Hochulβs team and Upstate NY Business Leaders to discussΒ 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…
Β Week of Monday, February 16, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Hosting an event? Make sure itβs on theΒ 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…
Β Week of Monday, February 09, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Last week, I had the opportunity to participate in aΒ Business Leads Fellowship MasterclassΒ through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, focused onΒ High-Quality Instructional MaterialsΒ β a critical component of student success and long-term workforce readiness. The session brought together chamber and business leaders from across…
Β Week of Monday, February 02, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Weβre thrilled to welcome a new face to the Greater Utica Chamber team! Please join me in giving a big Chamber welcome toΒ Kris Majka, our newΒ Membership Engagement Coordinator. Kris brings an exciting mix of creativity, media savvy, and community-driven energy to this roleβexactly…
Β Week of Monday, January 26, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Snow in the forecast? No problem. Our Chamber councils are still moving forwardβand you canΒ join us in person or virtuallyΒ this week. These council meetings are a great way to stay informed, connected, and engaged with issues impacting our business community. Hereβs whatβs coming…
Β Week of Monday, January 12, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, Weβre kicking off 2026 with somethingΒ refreshingΒ for your mind, body, and professional network! Instead of networking as you normally know it, weβre inviting you toΒ slow down, connect, and rechargeΒ at our first Business After Hours of the year β hosted atΒ The Portal, Uticaβs new wellness…
Β Week of Monday, January 05, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, A new year brings fresh energyβand if youβve been following along, you may have noticed some updates taking shape at the Chamber. Weβve been slowly refreshing our website and branding to better reflect who we are today and where weβre headed. If you…