Chamber News Release September 16, 2025 (ROCHESTER, NY) – On Saturday, September 13, 2025 Greater Rochester Chamber presented its fourth annual TalentFEST event, presented as part of our CampusROC program. The event brought over 275 career-seekers from all backgrounds, including college students, recent grads, veterans, career changers, remote workers, and more together in Downtown Rochester…
Chamber News Release ROCHESTER, NY – Greater Rochester Chamber is excited to announce its new GRYP Leadership Program, coming to our community this winter, with registrations open now. The Greater ROC Young Professional (GRYP) Leadership Program is an 8-month experience designed for early-career professionals who are ready to grow, make a bigger impact, and accelerate…
Chamber News Release ROCHESTER, NY – Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is reinforcing its leadership in workforce and education alignment through a series of high-impact initiatives aimed at strengthening the region’s talent pipeline and economic future. Most recently, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation announced that Melanie Russo, Workforce Innovation Partner at Greater Rochester Chamber,…
Chamber News Release ROCHESTER, NY (August 27, 2025) – Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce presented Marisa Geitner, President & CEO of Heritage Christian Services, with its 2025 Inclusive Leadership Award at a ceremony on Wednesday, August 27. The Inclusive Leadership Award recognizes and honors top changemakers and their organizations in Greater Rochester who are promoting…
Chamber News Release ROCHESTER, NY – Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Monroe County, hosted the first annual RETAIN Program graduation, presented as part of its CampusROC initiative on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at The Penthouse. The RETAIN program, originally created by Monroe County, fosters a community environment to help recent graduates of…
Chamber News Release ROCHESTER, NY (August 19, 2025) – Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce has issued a call for nominations for its 2026 ATHENA International Awards in three categories: the ATHENA International Award, the ATHENA Young Professional Award, and the ATHENA Organizational Award. Nominations for these awards are open through Friday, November 7, 2025. Anyone…
Chamber News Release Greater Rochester Chamber has issued the following statement on the passing of Carlos Carballada, former deputy and acting mayor of Rochester: “Greater Rochester Chamber is saddened by the passing of Carlos Carballada. Carlos was a true champion for our region, and his work set our city on a path for success. His…