Voice of Business Blog Guest post from Greater Rochester Chamber member Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES on behalf of A Community Together (ACT) for Education As Bob Duffy mentioned in his recent Rochester Business Journal article, community support and partnerships are essential to the success of our schools. A Community Together (ACT) for Education is an initiative…
Voice of Business Blog Presented by Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce-in partnership with InSpring, Greater ROC Global has been working behind the scenes to help Greater Rochester’s employers close critical workforce gaps by attracting, preparing, and retaining global talent. As our region continues to grow and evolve, many companies are facing one consistent challenge: finding…
Voice of Business Blog ROCHESTER, NY – Monroe County Executive Adam Bello today announced the “Equip Monroe” program, which will provide incentives to local businesses who make major equipment purchases that help retain jobs. The program offers a one-time rebate of up to $5,000 for equipment purchases. Payment will be made one year after approval…
Voice of Business Blog On Friday, May 9, Governor Kathy Hochul signed the FY2026 New York State Budget into law after months of negotiations. This $254 billion budget encompasses crucial allocations for infrastructure development, healthcare initiatives, economic stimulus measures, and more, all of which hold significant implications for our region’s growth and prosperity. As the…
Voice of Business Blog Guest post from Greater Rochester Chamber member The Lake House on Canandaigua Looking for a venue that will truly wow your clients and attendees? The Lake House on Canandaigua-nestled in the heart of the Finger Lakes just minutes from Rochester-was just named in the 15 Best Lake Getaways in the World article by the…
Chamber News Release ROCHESTER, NY (May 9, 2025)-New York State passed its $254 billion FY2026 budget on Friday, May 9th. This budget encompasses crucial allocations for infrastructure development, healthcare initiatives, economic stimulus measures, and more, all of which hold significant implications for our region’s growth and prosperity. Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce President and CEO…
Voice of Business Blog Buffalo, N.Y., May 5, 2025 – The Springboard 2025 prize program launched today and will award at least $500,000 to ecosystem builders focused on activities, networking, and events that grow and expand the entrepreneurial ecosystem throughout WNY. One round of prizes ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 will be awarded in 2025.…