Posts by Shannon Ealy
Advocacy Update: Governor Hochul Signs Clean Slate Act, a Win for Talent and Businesses
Voice of Business Blog Advocacy Update: Governor Hochul Signs Clean Slate Act, a Win for Talent and Businesses date November 16, 2023 tags Advocacy & Policy, Voice of Business Blog In a landmark move, Governor Kathy Hochul has signed the Clean Slate Act, a groundbreaking piece of legislation that promises second chances to individuals with…
Read MoreDecoding the Ballot: Post-Election Insight for Greater Rochester Chamber Members
Voice of Business Blog Decoding the Ballot: Post-Election Insight for Greater Rochester Chamber Members date November 13, 2023 tags Advocacy & Policy, Voice of Business Blog Dear Members, In the aftermath of last week’s elections, we bring you an exclusive breakdown of the results that matter most to Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce. This summary,…
Read MoreYou’re Right to Vote: It’s Election Day in the Greater ROC Region!
Voice of Business Blog You’re Right to Vote: It’s Election Day in the Greater ROC Region! date November 7, 2023 tags Voice of Business Blog Today is Election Day! As proud members of the Greater Rochester community, it’s crucial that all exercise our civic duty and cast our votes. Every voice matters, and your vote…
Read MoreROCChamber Text Messaging: Opt-in for a simple new way to #ConnectToSuccess
Voice of Business Blog ROCChamber Text Messaging: Opt-in for a simple new way to #ConnectToSuccess date November 7, 2023 tags Voice of Business Blog Text ROCChamber to 38316 to get started! Greater Rochester Chamber is thrilled to introduce a new addition to our communication toolkit — ROCChamber Text messaging! As the region’s business advocacy and…
Read MoreUS DOL Marketplace Notice Updated Again
Voice of Business Blog US DOL Marketplace Notice Updated Again date October 31, 2023 tags Human Resources, Voice of Business Blog The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires employers to notify all workers, regardless of their benefits eligibility status, about the availability of the Health Insurance Marketplaces. All employers, with limited exceptions, are required to distribute…
Read MoreNew Form I-9 Must be Used Starting November 1
Voice of Business Blog New Form I-9 Must be Used Starting November 1 date October 31, 2023 tags Human Resources, Voice of Business Blog Starting November 1, 2023, employers who fail to use the 08/01/23 edition of Form I-9 may be subject to all applicable penalties under section 274A of the INA, 8 U.S.C. 1324a,…
Read MoreCommittee for a Strong Economy Offers Support to Candidates Committed to Regional Growth at Annual Endorsement Night
Voice of Business Blog Committee for a Strong Economy Offers Support to Candidates Committed to Regional Growth at Annual Endorsement Night date October 24, 2023 tags Advocacy & Policy, Chamber News Releases During a well-attended gathering last night at the Greater Rochester Chamber offices, the Committee for a Strong Economy set the stage for the…
Read MoreIn Collaborative Triumph, Upstate New York Secures National Tech Hub Designation
Voice of Business Blog In Collaborative Triumph, Upstate New York Secures National Tech Hub Designation date October 24, 2023 tags Economic Development, Voice of Business Blog In a historic moment for Upstate New York, the collaborative efforts of Rochester, Buffalo, and Syracuse have secured victory in the nationwide competition for a federal Tech Hub designation.…
Read MoreCelebrating National Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day 2023
Voice of Business Blog Celebrating National Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day 2023 date October 17, 2023 tags Advocacy & Policy, Economic Development, Funding & Grants, Human Resources, Talent Strategy, Voice of Business Blog As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, today holds a special significance—it’s National Support Your Chamber Day! On…
Read MoreRochester Salvation Army, MVP Health Care, and Greater Rochester Health Foundation Partner to Provide 1,000+ Coats To Local Children
Member News Rochester Salvation Army, MVP Health Care, and Greater Rochester Health Foundation Partner to Provide 1,000+ Coats To Local Children date October 17, 2023 tags Member News The Salvation Army of Greater Rochester’s Coats For Kids Shop returns this week to help more families than ever before. This community-serving initiative pairs new winter coats…
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