The October Business After Hours get-together is going to be held at Licata Chiropractic & Wellness Center.

It is located at One Court St. Plaza (adjacent to Batavia Tailors & Cleaners). Time is 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15.

Come check out the new location! Licata Chirporactic and Wellness Center specializes in chiropractic care, vitamin and herbal supplements and massage therapy. Dr. Sandra A. Licata is the chiropractor in the office. Renate Licata is the certified herb specialist and Michael J. Grasso is the licensed massage therapist. All have been practicing since 1998 and have been working together since 2001.
 
Cost is $5 per member and $10 for non-members. There will be a 50/50 raffle to benefit the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Seminar, plus door prizes and raffles. Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be provided.
 
Please rsvp to 585-343-7440 or email chamber@geneseeny.com
 

 

Every two years, the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce releases a map of the area that helps promote local businesses.

This year, The Batavian will handle the ad sales, which helps support the Chamber and pays for a valuable resource for travelers and residents alike.

As always, the up-to-date color map will be produced by Rochester-based Map Works, Inc.

More than 12,000 copies will be distributed throughout Genesee County in 2010 and 2011.

Local businesses interested in this promotional opportunity should contact Howard Owens at 585-260-6970.

The turn out was OK for a good weather night with the Carnival in town for the Chamber's Business Showcase. There was live music, ice cream and a couple dozen business booths.  Thanks to all who stopped by to say hi at The Batavian booth.

Small business owners concerned about the economy's downturn and its effect on their bottom line are encouraged to attend a free "strive and thrive" workshop.

It's sponsored by the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce, the Small Business Development Center and the U.S. Small Business Administration.

It takes place Saturday morning, April 25 and you must pre-register. The topic is "Funding Sources in Today's Economy." It will provide small business owners with practical information and recommendations from leaders in economic development, entrepreneurship and lending. Learn ways to market, grow and educate people about your small business.

Registration begins at 8 a.m. with the first seminar running from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. about the programs and services available from the U.S. Small Business Administration. A question-and-answer follows until 9:45, then a break until 10. The second and final seminar starts at 10 and goes until 11:30, followed by Q&A. This one focuses on financial opportunities for small businesses.

To reserve a spot for this free event, contact exective assistant Melissa A. George at 343-7440, ext. 27.

The Technology Roundtable Thursday April 23 is the first in a series of interactive events planned for Small Business Week.

It will be held at 7:30 a.m. over breakfast at TF Browns, 216 E. Main St. in Batavia. Cost is $10 for members of the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce and $15 for nonmembers.

To make a reservation, contact executive assistant Melissa A. George at 343-7440, ext. 27.

The Technology Roundtable aims to generate ideas that local business owners can use to improve their performance. A panel of area entreprenuers will share their expertise. Batavia Industrial Center is a co-sponsor of this roundtable, along with the chamber.

Press Release:

This year’s Business Showcase will be held Friday, April 24, 2009, from 5:00pm-8:00pm at the Batavia City Center.   The Showcase is the culmination of Small Business Week, celebrated April 20th thru the 25th by the New York State Business Council.  All businesses are invited to “show the community what you do”.  Businesses can Display/Showcase & sell their wares.  We also encourage businesses to share employment opportunities they may have with the community.    

Booths (10x10 spaces) are available for table top displays at the cost of $25.00 for Chamber Members and $35.00 for Non Members.  If tables are needed they will be provided at $6.00 per table.  To obtain an application call Kelly J. Bermingham, Director of Membership & Special Events at 343-7440, ext. 26 or stop in at the Chamber Office in downtown Batavia, 210 East Main Street. 

The Batavia Improvement District and Batavia City Center Mall Merchants Association will be sponsoring The Ohms Band as the evening entertainment for the evening. Many restaurants & food vendors will be handing out samples of their delicious specialties to satisfy all your cravings and appetites!
 

Press Release:

The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a nine day familiarization tour of China in November of this year. Very similar to their successful trips in 2007 and 2008, the Chamber is offering the community the unique opportunity to travel to China for the low price of $1,899. Price includes air fare (from JFK), bus to/from JFK, hotel stays, three meals a day, bus tours (with guides), admission to tourist spots, and airport taxes throughout the trip.
 
Of professional interest, this trip will present opportunities to learn a great deal about how the Chinese business system operates. The group will tour many memorable sites, both ancient and modern, and enjoy a multitude of unforgettable experiences in Beijing, Shanghai, Suzhou, and Hangzhou. In addition, there is the option to visit Xian (Terra Cotta Warriors) or to Guilin (Elephant Trunk Hill) for an additional fee.
 
The Chamber believes this trip to be an exceptional value. For more detail call the Chamber at (585) 343-7440, ext. 27 and sign up to attend an informational meeting on March 25th.

The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce has announced its 2008 Chamber Awards winners. Awards honor individuals and businesses in Genesee County that have shown a commitment to community.

This year's recipients are:

Business of the Year

Roxy’s Music Store
Rose Caccamise
228 West Main Street
Batavia, NY  14020 

Special Service Recognition: Agriculture

Tom Rivers
c/o The Daily News
2 Apollo Drive
Batavia, NY  14020

Special Service Recognition: Business

The Mancuso Family
C/O Rick & Ben Mancuso
216 Main Street
Batavia, NY  14020

Geneseean of the Year

Betty Lapp
9464 Creek Road
Batavia, NY  14020

From the Chamber:

The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 37th Annual Awards Dinner which will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at the Batavia Holiday Inn. This is the County’s premier event that honors businesses and individuals for their achievements in business, community service and volunteerism. Ticket prices are $55.00 per person or a table of 10 for $500.00. 
 
Come enjoy an evening of Awards, Fun, Friends & Food. This year’s theme is GROW-4U, Genesee Region Organizations Working For You.
 
If you are interested in Sponsorship Opportunities you can select from the below or contact Kelly J. Bermingham, Director of Membership & Special Events, to create a package specifically tailored to your requirements/needs. Call 585-343-7440, ext. 26 or email kbermingham@geneseeny.com.

Dan and Debbie Fischer sure know how to throw a party.

There was plenty of food and laughs tonight at 113 E. Main St., in the studio of Batavia's WBTA.

The radio station hosted the Chamber's monthly mixer and made sure all guests were quite entertained.

Below, Dan received a certificate of recognition from the Chamber for hosting the event.