Voice of Business Blog Greater Rochester Chamber’s CampusROC program invites you to ROC Exploration Weekend from September 13-15 in Downtown Rochester. This weekend is designed to engage college students and the broader community with opportunities for fun exploration, networking, and discovery. Join us to showcase why Rochester is the perfect place for the next generation…
Voice of Business Blog Funding from over 20 programs across 8 state agencies is available through the NYS Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) until July 31st at 4 PM, as part of Round 14 of the Regional Economic Development Council Initiative. Round 14 includes $445 million in core capital grant and tax-credit funding combined with a…
Voice of Business Blog Statewide Network of Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers and Small Business Development Centers to Help Streamline Certification Process Enhanced Free Support With Certification Process Available Until August 30th, 2024 Participants May Receive Certification Determination in as Little as 90 Days Builds on Governor’s Continued Commitment to Supporting Small Businesses in Every Region Governor…
Voice of Business Blog Celebrate the best businesses and organizations in Greater Rochester with the Rochester Community’s Choice Awards, presented by the Democrat and Chronicle! In this nomination round, submit your company and your favorite companies in each category for consideration. Users who nominate in 25 or more categories will be automatically entered to win…
Voice of Business Blog In a significant step forward for downtown Rochester, Governor Kathy Hochul, Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado, and City of Rochester Mayor Malik Evans celebrated the completion and dedication of the newly renovated Austin Steward Plaza. This project, a key part of the “ROC The Riverway” initiative, represents a $12 million investment aimed…
Voice of Business Blog Each year, Greater Rochester Chamber conducts 11 wage and benefits surveys to provide employers with the data they need to stay competitive. Four of those surveys are conducted between July and September. Corporate and Partner members were recently sent an email invitation to sign up to participate in the summer surveys.…
Chamber News Release Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a new partnership with Monroe County to administer the RETAIN program through its CampusROC initiative. The RETAIN program, originally created by Monroe County to provide new graduates with financial incentives and support, focuses on the recruitment, retention, and networking of college students, trade…