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Mission & Values

Since 1887, Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce has been the trusted partner, resource, and advocate for businesses and non-profits in Greater Rochester, NY.
Together, we help the nine-county Finger Lakes region grow and thrive.

As a collaborator and convener, we bring civic, business, and community leaders together to solve problems, overcome obstacles, and create opportunities.

As a trusted advocate, we speak on behalf of Greater Rochester/Finger Lakes businesses and influence policy to create an environment where prosperity can be shared by all.

Our expert team is plugged into critical resources, people and information in order to lead, support, and monitor key initiatives on behalf of our members and community.

Explore our history

137 years of advocacy, progress, and innovation

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Explore our region

A diverse nine-county economy, powered by industry & innovation

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Explore memership

There’s one partner in Greater ROC to help businesses reach their full potential

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Our Values

INCLUSION

We believe that diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging aren’t buzzwords–they are our game-changing competitive advantage.

PASSION

We are brave, bold and daring. We bring new ideas and solutions. We lead with inspiration, courage and vision.

INTEGRITY

We hold ourselves and others accountable for delivering on our promises and doing what we say we will do.

COLLABORATION

We seek out others' perspectives. We lift our team members up. We demonstrate respect, excellence and kindness always.

CUSTOMER COMMITMENT

We strive to excite, wow and amaze our partners, members and customers with unparalleled service. We win together.

Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

Greater Rochester is a diverse community, and that diversity is our strength.

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is committed to creating an economy that is built on the ingenuity, intelligence, and involvement of all of its residents – not just some.

In order to reach our maximum potential, we must ensure that every person in our community has unimpeded access to economic opportunities.

Through the adoption of inclusive practices and equitable policies, we can establish a 21st century economy where organizational equity produces diversity at every level, and equality of opportunity for all is a defining feature.


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