Greater Rochester Chamber to honor Tom Golisano with Lifetime Achievement Award at 2024 Top 100 Awards Celebration on Wednesday, November 6
ROCHESTER, NY (October 17, 2024) – Greater Rochester Chamber will present B. Thomas Golisano with its Lifetime Achievement Award on Wednesday, November 6 as part of its 38th annual Top 100 Awards Celebration. This award is being presented in recognition of his unprecedented business success and philanthropic giving in Greater Rochester and around the country.
Thomas Golisano is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and civic leader who has demonstrated an ongoing dedication and commitment to building innovative businesses, supporting numerous non-profit organizations, and advocating for inclusive health and several civic issues. Mr. Golisano is the founder of Paychex, Inc. He has also invested in numerous other businesses and start-ups and established Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship in 2022. Additionally, Golisano has shaped the region through charitable giving of over $775 million, including his September 2024 donation of $360 million to help hospitals, educational institutions, and many other organizations.
“Thomas Golisano has profoundly impacted the lives of so many individuals in our community throughout his career, and the Golisano Foundation and its giving will help him continue to do so for years to come. His unparalleled philanthropic efforts and business support have been transformational in revolutionizing so many organizations and our economy,” said Bob Duffy, President & CEO, Greater Rochester Chamber, “I am honored to know this world-class leader. On behalf of Greater Rochester Chamber’s board of directors, staff, members, and the whole Greater Rochester region, thank you. We are honored to help recognize your legacy.”
The Greater Rochester community is invited to join us and help celebrate at the 2024 Greater Rochester Chamber Top 100 Celebration showcase and award ceremony on Wednesday, November 6 from 3:30 to 6:30 PM at the Floreano Convention Center. Registration is available online here. Limited supporting sponsorship opportunities are still available. Please contact Cassidy Pendell to learn more.