Gather in good company.

The best conversations don’t always happen in boardrooms. At Greater Rochester Chamber, our programs and events are where relationships begin, ideas take shape, and real progress gets its start. Whether you’re new to your career, leading a company, or building something in between, this is your place to connect with people who get it.

Greater Rochester Chamber Event Series

Every event is built for connection.

From happy hours and town halls to executive briefings and networking mixers, our events are where conversations lead to opportunity—and where members become collaborators.

See our event series

Business Made Social: Connect with fellow Chamber members in relaxed, energizing settings across the region.

SBC Connects: Join small business leaders for purposeful networking that supports a local nonprofit member.
Socials for Women: Build meaningful relationships with professional women across Chamber member organizations.

Chamber CONNECT: Expand your network and discover new connections in a welcoming, informal setting.

Chamber Counsel: Legal Insights: Gain practical legal insights on timely business issues from trusted experts.

Chamber IMPACT: Community Volunteerism: Join fellow members in service-driven events that create real impact across our region.

GRYP: Greater ROC Young Professionals: Empowering young professionals ages 21–40 to connect, grow, and lead together.

Policy Matters: Legislative Events: Engage directly with policymakers in open, informative conversations that shape our business climate.

Human Resource Forums: Share ideas and strategies with fellow HR leaders in collaborative, forward-focused sessions.

Friday HR Briefings: Get up-to-date guidance on HR, compliance, and workforce topics that matter now.

Women’s Council: A women-led community advancing personal and professional growth for women in business.

Peer-to-Peer Learning Groups

Grow faster by learning together.

Our facilitated groups bring peers in similar roles together to share challenges, insights, and solutions in a confidential, supportive space. Because the best advice often comes from someone who’s been there too.

Find your peers

Chamber Academy: Training Opportunities

Training designed to elevate your career and business.

From first-time managers to seasoned professionals, our trainings are designed for impact. Real skills, real takeaways, and learnings that are ready for application.

Explore our trainings

Human Resources Management: A six-part training that builds HR knowledge and confidence for both new and experienced professionals.

Leadership for Managers: Five practical sessions to help managers strengthen leadership skills and drive better performance.

Exploring the Pillars of Workplace Excellence: Learn how to foster a more inclusive, innovative workplace where people—and ideas—thrive.

Successful Supervision: Equip new and seasoned supervisors with essential tools to lead teams effectively.

SHRM Certification Prep Workshop: In partnership with MCC, this course prepares HR professionals to successfully earn SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification.

Chamber Academy programming is supported in part by Greater Rochester Chamber Foundation.

Signature Events

Big moments that bring us together.

Celebrate bold leadership, shared success, and the power of showing up with our flagship gatherings. From the ATHENA Awards to the Top 100, these are the events that bring our region’s story to life.

See what we're celebrating

Greater Rochester Chamber Top 100 Awards: Honoring the region’s 100 fastest-growing private companies driving economic momentum in Greater Rochester.

ATHENA International Awards: Celebrating the leadership, impact, and legacy of exceptional women across our community.

Inclusive Leadership Award: Recognizing a changemaker whose leadership in DEI has created meaningful progress in Greater Rochester.

Greater ROC Young Professionals' Conference: A high-energy, one-day experience that unites young professionals for shared learning, bold ideas, and lasting connections.

Greater Rochester Chamber Legislative Breakfast: Hear directly from local leaders and legislators on the issues shaping our business environment and regional growth.

Greater Rochester Chamber MWBE Awards: Spotlighting the region’s fastest-growing MWBEs and their outstanding contributions to inclusive economic progress.

Women Empowering Women Conference: A half-day gathering where professional women come together to connect, grow, and lead change—together.

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce gratefully acknowledges its 2025 Premier Access Event Sponsors:

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce gratefully acknowledges its 2025 Policy Matters Event Series Sponsors:

In our members' words:

"When I first moved back to Rochester, I felt like I was on an island—disconnected and unsure of where to start. Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce changed that. Their events weren’t just networking opportunities; they were a bridge to the community I didn’t even know I needed. Through their programs, I found connections, collaboration, and a sense of belonging that pulled me in and made Rochester feel like home again. If you’re looking to get plugged in, build meaningful relationships, and truly become part of this city’s business and leadership ecosystem, the Chamber is where it starts.”

Amy Gurske, Founder & CEO, sayhii

Hope to see you soon!

For more information on our event series and signature events, or to learn about available sponsorships,
contact Susan George, Director, Events, Trainings, & Affiliates

Email Susan