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Tompkins Financial Advisors Announces Retirement of Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer

November 7, 2025

Member News ROCHESTER, NY (November 5, 2025) – Following almost seven years of service at Tompkins Financial Advisors, Geoff Blyth has shared that he will retire in early 2026 from his role as senior vice president, chief investment officer. “Geoff’s outstanding leadership and dedication have left an indelible mark on Tompkins,” said Eric Taylor, president of Tompkins…

Light up the Holidays with The Child Advocacy Center of Greater Rochester’sRG&E Holiday Lights Tour!

November 7, 2025

Member News What: Experience the magic of the season while helping light up a child’s holiday at The Child Advocacy Center of Greater Rochester’s RG&E Holiday Lights Tour! Families are invited to make a $30 gift and receive a Tour Kit filled with Holiday treats, family friendly activity book, scavenger hunt, and a digital map…

Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Sweet Creations at the George Eastman Museum

November 7, 2025

Member News Rochester, N.Y., November 04, 2025-Visitors are welcome to celebrate the season at the George Eastman Museum as its beloved annual holiday displays return Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, through Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026 for its 30th year. The merry showcase features over fifty cleverly designed and beautifully decorated gingerbread creations, along with dozens of handcrafted wreaths, festive tabletop…

Hyatt Regency Rochester Welcomes Chef Justin Chapman to Lead Culinary Team

November 5, 2025

Member News Talented Culinary Team to Elevate Catering at Hyatt Rochester, NY – Hyatt Regency Rochester, located at 125 E. Main St., announced the hiring of a Rochester favorite and culinary artist, Chef Justin Chapman, to the Hyatt culinary team. Chapman joins Hyatt as the Culinary Director after more than two years with Char Steak…

Tickets on Sale for Trillium Health’s World AIDS Day Fundraiser and Celebration Honoring Dr. William Valenti

November 4, 2025

Member News November 3, 2025 (Rochester, NY) – Trillium Health has announced that tickets are on sale for its annual World AIDS Day fundraiser, taking place on Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency, located at 125 E. Main Street, Rochester. This year’s celebration will be especially poignant as Trillium…

Transformative gift helps Memorial Art Gallery get closer to its free admission goal

November 4, 2025

Member News Abby and Doug Bennett, with the Sands Family Foundation, give $3 million to support permanent free access-and invite others to join their challenge. Thanks to civic leader Abby Bennett and Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) and University of Rochester Trustee Doug Bennett ’06S (MBA), and the Sands Family Foundation, the University’s art museum is halfway to its goal…

ESL Federal Credit Union Releases Homeowner Survey Report Focused on the Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes Region

November 4, 2025

Member News ROCHESTER, N.Y. – November 3, 2025 – ESL Federal Credit Union released the results of a homeowner survey conducted in the Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes region in Q2 2025. The new survey provides insight into local homeowner sentiment. “We’re pleased to share the results of this survey giving us a clearer picture of…

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