Greater Rochester Chamber Announces 7th Cohort of CLIMB Young Professional Leadership Program
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the seventh cohort of its CLIMB (Chamber Leadership Initiative: Mentoring for Business) program, welcoming a new group of outstanding young professionals dedicated to elevating their leadership and success. This nine-month leadership initiative empowers participants to cultivate inclusive leadership skills, enhance business acumen, and foster personal and professional growth through industry immersion, innovative thinking workshops, personal development, and one-to-one mentoring.
Bob Duffy, President and CEO of Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, said, “The CLIMB program brings together outstanding young professionals from our community, and we are thrilled to support their growth as future leaders. I want to thank the participating companies for investing in their talent and believing in the power of leadership development. Your commitment ensures a bright future for both our region and the next generation of innovators and decision-makers.”
Meet the 2024-25 CLIMB Cohort
- Nikki Agnello - RED-ROCHESTER
- Craig Avalone - RED-ROCHESTER
- Pat Barczys - Huntress
- Peter Bertucci - Paychex Insurance Agency
- Steve Ciotti - Sage Rutty & Co.
- Coleman Faison IV - DePaul
- Amber Imburgia - 1-800-FLAGS
- Kyle Kosmack - MicroEra Power
- Jason Montgomery - Once Again Nut Butter
- Mia Monroe - GreenSpark Energy
- Molly Over - MicroEra Power
- Nate Peck - KPMG
- Xander Rohring - Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce
- Payton Shafer - CAUSE + EFFECT Strategy
- David Speer - LeChase Construction
- Nikkie Wargo-Catallo - Lollypop Farm
- Brianne Walsh - Fisher Associates
- Vinney Zambito - Paychex Insurance Agency
The CLIMB program is structured around four key pillars: Industry Immersion, which allows participants to explore the critical businesses and industries driving the Greater Rochester economy; Innovative Thinking Workshops that foster collaboration and entrepreneurial thinking; Personal and Professional Development sessions that focus on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and leadership skills; and One-to-One Mentoring that pairs participants with experienced leaders to provide guidance and personalized advice on navigating complex leadership challenges.
The 2024 CLIMB program will cover a diverse range of topics, from marketing and technology to community health and sustainability, reflecting the dynamic landscape of today’s business world. These sessions are designed to equip participants with the insights and skills needed to thrive as future leaders in their organizations and the Greater Rochester community.
For more information on the CLIMB program, visit GreaterRochesterChamber.com or contact CLIMB@GreaterRochesterChamber.com.