April 2010 - Greater Oswego - Fulton Chamber of Commerce

THE
CHAMBER
The Newsletter of the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce
APRIL 2010
Sponsored by Alliance Bank
Chamber Focus:
Beth Hilton
A few years ago, shortly
after I started my position as
General Manager of the
Outlet Center in Hilton
Head, I was introduced to a
book by Paco Underhill
called “The Call of The
Mall-The Geography of
Shopping” At that time, I
read the book, as well as
many others, to gain a better
understanding of the shopping center industry so that I
could find ways to attract
more shoppers to my center.
During the past few
months, as I have been focusing my columns on the
many reasons we all should
chose to buy locally, I have
often thought of this book
oddly enough, or perhaps
not so oddly as I have realized that I can use many of
the concepts in the book to
reinforce all of the reasons
we should shop locally, instead of heading to the mall
every time we decide that
we need something.
First, why do we go to a
mall — or at least an area
such as the Route 31 corri-
dor? Because we need
something, because we want
a variety of choices, we
want entertainment, we
have nothing else to do?
When I think about most of
these reasons, we can fill
most of those needs or
wants right here — we have
a great variety of shops,
restaurants and entertainment options right in our
county. YES, obviously we
can’t buy everything we
may NEED right here —
but next time you just want
something to do, or are
looking for entertainment,
head downtown in Fulton or
Oswego
and
wander
through the various merchants’ stores and while you
are there, get a great meal at
a locally owned restaurant.
Go listen to a local band
playing at a local venue,
check out an art show by
local artists, go see a performance at the college or
one of the other stages
around the county, go visit
one of the many historical
sites we have here. Chances
are, you will see many people you know, and before
you know it, several hours
have passed, but more importantly, you have supported your local economy,
and perhaps even made
some new discoveries in
your own back yard!
I am going to keep this
first segment relatively
short — I will work my way
through various concepts of
the book, and hopefully, together, we can break some
people of the mall habit.
Member Spotlight
Name of Business: Adirondack Physical & Occupational Therapy
Business Address: Currently: 55 West Second St, Oswego, NY. Moving to 127 East First St, Oswego, NY in
Spring 2010.
Phone Number: (315) 207-2222
Web address: www.adirondacktherapy.com
Products/Services Offered: Specializing in outpatient
rehabilitation of orthopedic and neurological conditions of
the upper extremity and hand, as well as custom fabricated
splints. In addition, providing physical and occupational
therapy throughout the lifespan, from pediatrics through
geriatrics; (pre) school based and home care. Our mission
is to provide quality, one-to-one personalized care to each
and every patient we serve.
Favorite Quote: “The integrity of your profession is in
your hands.”- Eleanor Clarke Slagle.
Why you support the Chamber: The chamber offers
Michele R. King, MS OTR/L
networking opportunities between our business and
other organizations that we would not otherwise be
privy to. It facilitates a stronger connection between Adirondack Physical & Occupational Therapy
and the communities we serve.
Name of Business: Jay Sea Distributing
Business Address: 162 East 10th
Street, Oswego, NY 13126
Phone Number: (315) 343-3700
Web address: www.JaySea.com
Products/Services Offered: Free
home and office delivery of Pure
Spring Water from Frontenac Crystal Springs in the Thousand Islands.
Along with great tasting water, we
offer rental and sales of cooler dispensers, office coffee service and
paper supplies. We have been serving Oswego County for more than
60 years from our location on East
10th Street. Both our spring water
and our coffee (Paul de Lima) are
central New York products.
Favorite Quote: “Just Buy Local”
Why you support the Chamber: As a local business for more than 60 years, it is exciting to see the
strength and support that the Chamber brings to assist the local businesses.
Help to support the Independence Day Celebration. During the month of April any new customers will
receive “Buy Two 5 Gallon Bottles/Receive Two FREE,” and we will in addition make a $10.00 donation
toward the celebration!
BOARD
OF DIRECTORS
OFFICERS
President — Tom Greco, Fulton Savings Bank
First Vice President — Barb Bateman, Alliance Bank
Second Vice President — Jamie Persse, Eastern Shore
Associates
Secretary — Bill Crist, Oswego City School District
Treasurer— Bill Carhart, Oswego County Federal Credit
Union
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Nick Canale Jr., Canale’s Restaurant
Dianne Cooper-Currier, Oswego County Opportunities
Jonathan Daniels, Port of Oswego Authority
Kevin Frederick, Oswego Health
Jeff Grimshaw, SUNY Office of Business & Community
Relations
Karen Hammond, Century 21 Leah’s Signature
Paul Lear, Fort Ontario/NYS Parks
Donna Moonan, NRG Harbor Power
Will O’Brien, Pathfinder Bank
Ed Schaperjahn, HELP! Small Business Solutions
Connie Stanard, Gosch Supply & Lighting Centre
Chris Smith, Novelis
Joe Solazzo, Laborers Local 633
Dianne Stancampiano, BeautiControl
Linda Thomas-Caster, Partners in Integrity Realty
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFF
Beth Hilton, Executive Director
Jeanne Farrell, Administrative Assistant
Danielle Hayden, Events Coordinator
Pam Taormina, Member Sales & Services
Julie Stanka, Accountant
John DeRousie, Public Relations
The Greater Oswego-Fulton
Chamber of Commerce
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Oswego Office
44 East Bridge Street
Oswego, NY 13126
315-343-7681
Fulton Office
149 S. First St.
Fulton, NY 13069
315-297-4258
www.oswegofultonchamber.com
Jazz Fest Set To Return To Fulton
Executive Director of the
Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce, Beth Hilton,
has announced that the Chamber, in conjunction with the
City of Fulton, will be bringing
Jazz Fest back to Fulton for
2010. Presented by Eagle Beverage and Pathfinder Bank, Jazz
Fest will be held Friday, August
13th and Saturday, August 14th,
on the shores of Lake Neatahwanta in Fulton.
“We are excited to be able to
bring a fun, community event
such as this back,” said Events
Coordinator for the Chamber,
Danielle Hayden. “Last year’s
Jazz Fest was such a success
that everyone involved in the
event is looking forward to
building on that success and
making this year’s Jazz Fest
even better.”
Jazz Fest will bring two days
of food, fun and great jazz
music to Fulton as the event
will feature a variety of foods,
including plenty of New Orleans inspired Cajun delicacies,
and great jazz-inspired music
with live performances each
day. Jazz Fest is scheduled for
Friday, August 13th from 5-11
p.m. and Saturday, August 14th
from 4-11 p.m. behind the Fulton War Memorial along
William Gillard Drive in Fulton.
Hayden added that the com-
mittee is working hard on planning the event and several opportunities exist for businesses
that would like to be a part of
the excitement. “Sponsorship
opportunities exist at a number
of levels. Fulton Savings Bank
has already signed on as a Platinum Level Sponsor and interest is running high. Businesses
interested in being a sponsor
should contact me at their earliest convenience as sponsorships
are available on a first come,
first served basis,” said Hayden.
For more information, or to
find out how your businesses
can be involved with Jazz Fest,
contact Danielle Hayden at the
Chamber office, 343-7681.
Chamber Golf Spectacular to Tee Off in June
Get your team together and register now for the
annual Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce Golf Spectacular set to tee off in June this year.
Scheduled for Monday, June 21st, the 2010
Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce Golf
Spectacular will be held at the beautiful Oswego
Country Club, Route 48 in Oswego, the four-person,
captain and crew tournament will tee off at 10 a.m.
Committee members are excited about this year’s
Golf Spectacular and anticipate another sell-out.
Mark June 21st on your calendar today so that you
won’t miss out on enjoying a full day of fun and golf
with your fellow Chamber members.
Registration forms and more information on the
Chamber’s Golf Spectacular will follow in upcoming
newsletters. Make your plans now to be a part of this
exciting event.
Committee members will soon begin to solicit
door prizes and goodie bag items from Chamber
members. If your business would like to be part of
the 2010 Golf Spectacular, contact Danielle Hayden
at the Chamber office at 343-7681.
NEW MEMBERS
Family Video
104 West Broadway
Fulton, NY 13069
(315) 598-0653
Contact: Mark Dunbar
Come Join Us 10 a .m. to Midnight, 365 Days a Year
for Your Cheapest Source of Entertainment
Tracy Carvell of Lia sophia Jewelry
5245 State Route 49
Fulton, NY 13069
(315) 598-6033
Contact: Tracy Carvell
Fashion Jewelry That Is Sure to Fit Your Style. For Orders, Parties & Career Opportunities, Please Contact
Tracy
Jay Sea Distributing
162 East Tenth Street
Oswego, NY 13126
(315) 343-3700
Contact: Douglas Crisafulli
Free Delivery, 5 Gallon Bottled Spring Water. Coolers &
Coffee. Service Available.
Chamber Looks to Grow
Project Bloom in Fulton
The seed was planted when a few businesses committed themselves to helping beautify their city.
Thanks to the financial support of sponsors: Fulton
Savings Bank, Pathfinder Bank, and Oswego
Health, and the landscaping and gardening skills of
Jan Rebeor, Dan Carroll, the Fulton Lions Club, the
Fulton Rotary, Oswego County Opportunities, and
the Fulton Mentoring Program, Project Bloom
began last year in Fulton when the five signs at the
entrance to the City of Fulton were planted and landscaped. Thanks to their support, and the efforts of a
dedicated committee, Project Bloom has taken root
in Fulton, and now the Chamber is looking to help
it grow.
This spring, in addition to displays at the five entrance signs to the City of Fulton, the Chamber’s
Fulton Project Bloom Committee is offering businesses throughout the city the opportunity to sponsor a flower basket outside of their business. Created
by Oliver B. Paine Greenhouses, the baskets contain
SUPERTUNIA® Petunia Hybrids in Bubblegum,
Fuchsia and Silverberry.
“Fulton’s Project Bloom has been well received
and these beautiful flower baskets will be a welcome
addition to downtown Fulton. I invite businesses to
get involved with Project Bloom and help make their
community as attractive as possible,” said Executive Director of the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce, Beth Hilton
“We are happy to have brought Project Bloom to
Fulton and are appreciative of the work our committee has done. Together we can achieve our goal
of maintaining the City of Fulton as an attractive and
welcome site for visiting friends and families — and
as a hometown of which its residents can be proud.”
For more information on Fulton’s Project Bloom
or to become involved with the project you may
contact Danielle Hayden at 343-7681.
Helping Project Bloom Blossom. Volunteers from Oswego County Opportunities participated in the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of
Commerce’s Fulton Project Bloom last year by planting flowers at the
City of Fulton sign on Volney Hill. The Chamber’s Fulton Project Bloom
Committee is looking to grow the program in 2010 and is offering businesses throughout the city of Fulton the opportunity to sponsor a
flower basket outside of their business. For more information on the
Fulton’s Project Bloom, contact Danielle Hayden at 343-7681. Pictured above from left are OCO volunteers Mike Scaries, Jo-Lyn
Phillips, Lori Boles, Christine Prevost, and Executive Director, Diane
Cooper-Currier.
Chamber Seeks Floats for 47th
Annual Independence Day Parade
The Greater Oswego-Fulton
Chamber of Commerce’s Independence Celebration Committee has announced that they are
currently accepting applications
from businesses and organizations interested in having a float
in Oswego’s 47th annual Independence Day Parade. Chamber
Events Coordinator and Committee Member, Danielle Hayden said that the theme for this
year’s parade would be ‘Honoring our Heritage.’
“We would like to see floats
and special attractions that include our theme in the decoration,” said Hayden. “The
committee is looking forward to
putting together a parade that
will truly showcase our community and our historic heritage.
Being a part of the Independence
Parade is an excellent opportunity for businesses and organizations to increase their visibility to
community members and the
many visitors who come to our
city to view the parade.”
Parade entry forms and complete information on criteria for
participating in the Independence
Day Parade are available at the
Chamber office, 44 East Bridge
Street. There is no entry fee for
floats this year but all entries
must file an application with the
Chamber.
One of the highlights of the
summer, the Independence Day
Parade will be held on Sunday,
July 4th beginning at 1 p.m. The
parade will begin on East Seventh Street in Oswego and continue west on Bridge Street to
Liberty Street.
The committee is busy lining
up participants and is looking
forward to another fantastic Independence Day Parade filled
with music, floats and fun for the
whole family.
For more information on Oswego’s 47th Annual Independence Day Parade, contact
Danielle Hayden at the Chamber
office, 343-7681.
Cam’s Pizzeria Lends Support to
Oswego’s Independence Day Parade
Cam’s Pizzeria, 31 West Bridge Street in Oswego, invites you to join them in support of the
Chamber’s Annual Independence Day Parade in
Oswego. To celebrate the fourth, Cam’s Pizzeria
will host fundraisers on April 4th, from noon to 4
p.m., May 4th, from 4-9 p.m. and June 4th, from 49 p.m. On each of these dates Cam’s Pizzeria will
donate a portion of all its sales to help support the
Chamber’s Independence Day in Oswego on Sunday, July 4th.
Help make this year’s Independence Parade the
best ever and enjoy some delicious pizza, wings,
and subs from Cam’s Pizzeria, 31 West Bridge
Street in Oswego!
Chamber of Commerce Seeks Vendors
The Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce is currently soliciting vendors for participation in select Chamber events in 2010.
Vendor openings are available for following
events:
• Oswego Farmers’ Market: Thursday nights from
3-8 p.m. May 27 through September 30 on West
First Street in downtown Oswego.
• Fulton Farmers’ Market: Saturday mornings 8
a.m. to 1 p.m. May 29 through October 23 in the
Canal Landing Parking Lot on Route 481 in Fulton.
• Taste Of Oswego: August 29, East Linear Park,
Oswego.
• Great Pumpkin Fest: Washington Square Park,
East 3rd & Bridge Streets, Oswego. Saturday, October 2 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, October
3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Vendor space is limited and is available on a first
come, first served basis. Interested vendors should
contact Danielle Hayden at the Greater OswegoFulton Chamber of Commerce, 44 East Bridge
Street, Oswego, or call 343-7681.
Farmers’ Market Sponsorships Available
Area businesses and organizations looking to take advantage of
the large crowds and high visibility of the Oswego Farmers’ Market can sign on now as a featured
sponsor of the market.
The Oswego Farmers’ Market
will be held each Thursday
evening from 4-8 p.m. on West
First Street in downtown Oswego
from May 27th through September 30th.
A limited number of sponsor-
ships are currently available on a
first come, first served basis. As a
Farmers’ Market night sponsor,
businesses or organizations will
have the opportunity to display
their banner on the stage and have
booth space to display and distribute information about their
business or organization to the
hundreds of people that visit the
Farmers’ Market.
In addition, Farmers’ Market
night sponsors will be recognized
in all media releases pertaining to
the their night and will be listed
on the Chamber’s Farmers Market schedule to be distributed in
May and throughout the summer.
Don’t miss this opportunity for
your business or organization to
be part of one of the most poplar
events in downtown Oswego, the
Farmers Market. Contact Julie
today at the Chamber office, 3437681; reserve your night at the
Farmers’ Market!
Taste of Oswego
set for August 29th
Events Coordinator for the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce, Danielle Hayden has announced that Taste
of Oswego will return in 2010.
Following a one-year hiatus, Taste of Oswego will once
again tempt the taste buds and highlight our area’s finest
eateries when it returns this summer. Scheduled for Sunday,
August 29th, Taste of Oswego will be held from noon to 6
p.m. on East Linear Park behind the Econolodge on East
First Street in Oswego.
Hayden said that committee members have been busy soliciting restaurants interested in showcasing their favorite
menu items at Taste of Oswego as well as businesses looking to gain exposure by helping to sponsor this family
friendly event. In addition to wide selection of food and beverage, Taste of Oswego will also feature plenty of live music
and entertainment for the kids.
For more information on Taste of Oswego, you may contact Danielle Hayden at the Chamber office, 343-7681.
R.E. Davis & Son
Since 1928
25 W. Cayuga St., Oswego
Quality Used Vehicles
Priced To Sell!
343-5040
Chamber members enjoyed an enlightening Business After Hours in February as they gathered at the Safe Haven Museum and Education
Center. Members had the opportunity to tour the facility as they enjoyed refreshments and networked with other Chamber members.
Safe Haven hosts February Business After Hours
Chamber members had the opportunity to
learn more about one of the most interesting
events in Oswego’s history when they gathered at the Safe Haven Museum and Education Center for the Chamber’s Business After
Hours on Wednesday, February 24th.
Located at historic Fort Ontario, the Safe
Haven Museum and Education Center is dedicated to keeping alive the stories of the 982
refugees from World War II who were allowed
into the United States as “guests” of President
Franklin D. Roosevelt. These refugees were
housed at Fort Ontario in Oswego, New York,
from August 1944 until February 1946.
Chamber members spent the evening networking with other members as they toured
the Safe Haven Museum and Education Center and learned more about historic landmark
and the remarkable experiences that the
refugees had here in Oswego.
Door prize winners at the event were
Stephen Gioia III of Just The Right Stuff
who won a Safe Haven CD, and Rick McCurdy of Toshiba Business Solutions who
won a Safe Haven poster.
The Chamber’s much-anticipated Business
After Hours, held during the third week of
each month, are well attended and provide our
host business with an excellent opportunity to
showcase their business and network with
other Chamber members in a relaxed, inviting
atmosphere.
The Chamber’s April Business After Hours
will be held April 21st at Stability Fitness. Located at 132 East Second Street in Oswego,
Stability Fitness, Oswego’s premier fitness
center, features a wide range of the latest aerobic and anaerobic equipment, and includes a
cardio room featuring stationary bikes, Star
Trac Circuit machines, elliptical machines,
stair step machines, treadmills and a complete
media center. A Weight Room featuring 7000
lbs. of free weights, squat racks, flat and incline benches, and 3 lb. to 100 lb. dumbbells,
and an aerobic room for exercise classes including, Spinning and Zumba.
The Chamber is currently scheduling Business After Hours events for the remainder of
2010, with the months of May, September,
October and November still available. Member businesses interested in hosting a Business
After Hours at their business should contact
Danielle Hayden at the Chamber office today
at 343-7681.
Since 1954 FAMOUS FOR OUR
Restaurant Italian Cuisine
Delivery 7 Days
A Week!
156 W. Utica St., Oswego • 343-3540
Members of the Board of Directors for the Safe Haven Museum and Education Center were on hand to greet Chamber members as the facility hosted the Chamber’s February Business After Hours. Pictured above from left are board members Jessica Sinovoi, Cindy Tascarella,
and Mary Ciappa.
All In One Fitness Welcomes Chamber Members
Chamber members discovered the many services that are
available at All In One Fitness,
19 West First Street North in
Fulton when the fitness center
hosted the Chamber’s February
Perc Club. Focusing on
women’s fitness, All In One
Fitness offers weights, treadmills, bikes, massage therapy,
nutrition counseling and supplements, facials and more. The
business, which recently expanded, also offers a number of
exercise classes including
Zumba, yoga, and more.
Owners, Christine Krugman
and Veronica LaBarge and the
staff at All In One Fitness welcomed Chamber members, offered tours of the facility and
provide attendees with a variety of healthy treats to start
their business day. Door prize
winners, Randy Ziegler of
Ameriprise Financial and Larry
Miller III of Cam’s Pizzeria
each received a gift basket
from All In One Fitness.
The Chamber’s Perc Club’s
are held on the fourth Friday of
every month from 8-9 a.m. at a
different member business.
Perc Club hosts provide refreshments and have the opportunity to address their guests
and have them learn more
about the products and services
that their business offers. During the event the Chamber staff
will hold a prize drawing, announce upcoming events and
introduce new members.
The April Perc Club will be
held Friday, April 23rd from 89 a.m. at AT&T Mobility, 437
State Route 104 in Oswego.
AT&T Mobility offers a wide
range of services to meet your
communications needs. For information on their services you
may contact them at 343-4200.
For more information on the
Chamber’s Perc Clubs, contact
Danielle Hayden at the Chamber office, 343-7681.
Watch Four Games At Once
29 E. 1st St.,
Oswego
343-0308
Famous Since
1984
Cakes Galore & More
40 East Senca St.
Oswego, NY 13126
(315)342-9866
Cakes For Every Occasion
OPEN: Tues-Fri 8am-5:30pm
Sat. 8am-4pm Sun 8am-1pm
Executive Director of the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce, Beth Hilton, left, and Brenda Wilson of All In One Fitness in Fulton
share a laugh during the Chamber’s February Perc Club hosted by All In One Fitness.
The friendly staff of All In One Fitness welcomed Chamber members to the February Perc Club. All In One Fitness hosted the event and offered members tours of their fitness center. Located at 19 West First Street North in Fulton, All In One Fitness focuses on women’s fitness and
offers weights, treadmills, bikes, massage therapy, facials and more. For more information you may contact them at 297-4612. Pictured above
from left are: Brenda Wilson, Christine Krugman, and Punkin Walsh.
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132 E. Bridge St.
Oswego, NY 13126
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3/50 Project Founder, Cinda Baxter to
Nominations
Speak at Small Business Week Breakfast Sought for Small
Executive Director of the
Greater
Oswego-Fulton
Chamber of Commerce, Beth
Hilton, has announced that
renowned retail expert, Cinda
Baxter, will be the keynote
speaker at the Chamber’s Annual Small Business Week
Breakfast.
Founder of the highly successful 3/50 Project, Baxter
followed her career as a special events coordinator for a
number of professional sports teams in the NFL and
NBA, as well as the PGA, by establishing an upscale
stationery and gift boutique in Minneapolis, Minnesota. After fourteen years as a storeowner, and capturing two national Retailer Excellence Awards, Baxter
began her career as a consultant and retail coach in
2007. Her single-minded purpose was to strengthen
and support independent, brick and mortar businesses.
Valued as a knowledgeable voice in the retail sector,
Baxter is frequently sought out for her expertise and
leadership. Her résumé includes advisory positions
with AmericasMart Atlanta and the National Stationery
Show; Board of Director positions with Gift for Life
and the Gift and Home Trade Association (GHTA); the
honor of being a Charter Member in the National Stationery Delegates Program; and often quoted small
business expert for media outlets across the country.
She has also served as the featured speaker at numerous national conferences and trade shows, ranging
from Hong Kong to High Point. Whether addressing
an audience of small business owners or a keynote address to industry leaders, her focus remains constant;
creating success for all parties concerned.
In founding The 3/50 Project, Baxter turned a simple
concept into a viral campaign that netted more than
7,600 “absolute unique visitors” on its website and
several times that many supporters nationwide...in the
first week. Built on the tag line “Pick 3, spend 50, save
your local economy,” she inspired small business owners to rise above the challenges of flailing economics
while empowering consumers to create positive
change by driving revenue back toward locally owned,
independent brick and mortars.
The 3/50 Project as been hailed as an unprecedented
success for Buy Local awareness and has been featured
in both trade and mass media including; The Wall
Street Journal, Consumer Reports, CNN, Entrepreneur,
NY Times Online, and The Chicago Tribune. According to Fox Business News, The 3/50 Project “just
might have the formula that could save some local
businesses that might not otherwise survive.”
Hilton is looking forward to Cinda Baxter’s presentation and pleased to offer Chamber members the opportunity to hear from such an accomplished
professional. “Cinda brings with her a wealth of business knowledge. In addition to her many achievements
she is also a social networking pioneer who has used
social media to engage an audience; has taught business owners how to harness the power of the internet;
and launched three successful online communities to
support storefront retailers. I encourage our members
to save the date and plan on attending our Small Business Week Breakfast on Friday, May 21st at 8:00 a.m.”
More information on the Chamber’s Small Business
Week Celebration, as well as invitations to the breakfast will be forthcoming.
Business Week
The Chamber’s Small Business Week Committee
wishes to remind members that the Chamber is now
accepting nominations for this year’s Small Business
Week awards.
Held annually in May, Small Business Week recognizes the success of the many small businesses
throughout the greater Oswego-Fulton area. The highlight of the week is the Small Business Week Breakfast
where the Chamber honors businesses and individuals
who have been chosen for their outstanding performance and contribution to the business community.
Nominations are being accepted for the following
categories:
Small Business of the Year
Considerations include: Growth in sales and employment, staying power, community involvement,
and customer service.
New Business of the Year
Considerations include: Having been in business on
a full-time basis for at least 2 years and no longer than
4 years as of May 21, 2010.
Not-For-Profit Business of the Year
Considerations include: Growth in services and employment, staying power, community involvement,
and customer service.
Members are urged to vote and support the member
businesses they feel most deserve these recognitions.
To nominate a business simply fill out the official
nomination form that appears in the Chamber newsletter and return to: Danielle Hayden, Greater OswegoFulton Chamber of Commerce, 44 East Bridge Street,
Oswego, NY 13126.
For more information on the Chamber’s Small Business Week celebration, contact Danielle Hayden at
343-7681.
Chamber to Celebrate
Small Business Week
Chamber Welcomes Tyler Construction Services
The Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce welcomed its newest member, Tyler Construction Services with
a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the occasion. Located at 440 State Route 34 in Hannibal, Tyler Construction specializes in new commercial and residential construction, repairs and remodeling, and is an authorized Premier State
Farm Insurance contractor. Tyler Construction is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and also offers
24-hour emergency service. For more information on Tyler Construction you may call them at (315) 564-5377 or visit
their website at www.tylerconstructionservices.com. Pictured above from left are: Membership Sales and Service
Coordinator for the Chamber, Pam Taormina; Oswego County Legislator, District 21,Terri Wilbur; Hannibal Town Secretary, Elevyn Digby; Hannibal Town Councilor, Rita Hooper; Hannibal Mayor, Fred Kent; Owners of Tyler Construction Services, Tomoko and Ron Tyler, Hannibal Deputy Supervisor, Virginia Wilbur; Project Coordinator, Shane
Tyler; Chamber Board Member, Connie Stanard of Gosch Supply; Lead Estimator, Robert DeVere; Executive Director of the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce, Beth Hilton; and Garry Stanard of Gosch Supply.
The planning committee for the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce has announced that the Chamber’s annual Small
Business Week Celebration will begin Monday,
May 17th with a special reception for Chamber
members hosted by the Oswego County Legislature beginning at 5 p.m.
The celebration continues Friday, May 21st at 8
a.m. as the Chamber hosts the Annual Small Business Week Breakfast. Held annually, the Small
Business Breakfast helps to recognize the success
of the many small businesses throughout the
greater Oswego-Fulton area. During the breakfast
the Chamber will honor businesses and individuals who have been chosen for their outstanding
performance and contribution to the business
community.
Mark your calendar and plan on attending the
Chamber’s Small Business Week events. More information and invitations will be forthcoming.
Who says banks aren’t lending anymore?
54%
IN 2009, WE INCREASED OUR RESIDENTIAL
MORTGAGE LENDING A RECORD $159.1 MILLION.
AND 2010 IS JUST GETTING STARTED.
Alliance Bank is lending money in record numbers
right here in Central New York.
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Get Involved with Your Chamber
The Chamber boasts a number
of committees that work to enhance our business environment
and plan our many community
events. We invite you to get involved with your Chamber and
share your talents and ideas by
joining the committee of your
choice.
Greater Oswego Business
Committee (GOBC) — Businesses of all sizes, throughout
the greater Oswego area are invited to join this dynamic group.
The GOBC provides a platform
and forum for identifying, discussion and developing a plan of
action to create opportunities for
the overall well being of the area
and its business community. The
GOBC meets at 8:00 a.m. on
third Wednesday of the month at
the Chamber’s Oswego office.
Greater Fulton Business Committee (GFBC) — The GFBC
works on behalf of the greater
Fulton business community provides a platform and forum for
identifying, discussing and re-
solving issues affecting the economic well being of the greater
Fulton area’s merchants, industries, and institutions. The
GFBC meets at 8:30 a.m. on the
first Tuesday of each month at
the Chamber’s Fulton office.
Membership — Work with
our Membership Sales and Service Coordinator, Pam Taormina
to assist with recruiting new
members as well as member retention. Help new members orient themselves to the benefits of
the Chamber and ensure that existing members are taking full
advantage of their membership
benefits. Meets at 8:30 a.m. on
the first Wednesday of the
month at the Chamber’s Oswego
office.
Government and Economic
Affairs — Works to ensure a
positive business-friendly environment by working with various agencies and member
businesses for the purpose of
collaborating on projects that
bring about economic growth
and sustainability. Visit the
Chamber’s website for meeting
dates and locations.
Project Bloom Oswego &
Project Bloom Fulton — Work
with local businesses and municipalities to help beautify the
streets and parks of each city by
adding colorful flower baskets
and planters. Visit the Chamber’s website for meeting dates
and locations.
Events — Help organize and
produce a variety of membership and community-based
events. Members are welcome to
participate in as many of these
events as they like so feel free to
get involved with the Chamber
event that best suits your availability and interest. These events
include: Golf Tournament, Taste
of Oswego, Independence Day
Celebration, Pumpkin Fest, Jazz
Fest, and the Holiday Social.
Check the Chamber website for
information on event meetings.
Let your voice be heard. Get
involved in your Chamber!
Jane Murphy Wins Ruby Tuesday Gift Certificate
Chamber member, Jane Murphy of Literacy Volunteers, was the
lucky winner of a $25 gift certificate from Ruby Tuesday Restaurant in Oswego. Each month the Chamber will award one lucky
Chamber member with a Gift Certificate to Ruby Tuesday
Restaurant, Route 104 East in Oswego, courtesy of General
Manager, Steve Toolan. Look for the official entry form in your
member mail packet. Entry forms must be completed and submitted to the Chamber office, 44 East Bridge Street no later than
April 5th. Pictured above from left are: Judy Burnett of Ruby
Tuesday, Jane Murphy, and Pam Taormina of the Chamber.
“AS A COMMUNITY BANK,
OUR CUSTOMERS ARE PEOPLE
AND BUSINESSES WE KNOW,
AND WE UNDERSTAND THEIR
CONCERNS, AND WE CONTINUE
TO BE THERE FOR THEM.”
www.alliancebankna.com
1-800-310-6275
Alliance Bank, N.A. is a subsidiary of Alliance Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: ALNC). Member FDIC