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Veterans Business Network of the ARCC hosting 4th Annual Walk for Veteran Suicide Awareness & Prevention

Written by Amanda Blanton on . Posted in ARCC Spotlight, Business, Community, Featured, GFT Business Report, News.

Resource booths setup around Glens Falls City Park, offering information to Veterans, friends & family. Photos courtesy of the ARCC.

The Veterans Business Network of the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) is once again planning a walk for Veteran suicide awareness and prevention.

The 4th annual walk will take place, rain or shine, on Thursday, September 12th starting at 3:30 p.m. in Glens Falls City Park. After brief remarks, a 22-minute walk will commence to recognize the approximately 22 Veterans that are lost to suicide every day.

“As we prepare for this walk, just remember that what we perceive in others is just the surface. Unless they share their feelings, we don’t really know their true emotional wellbeing,” said Veterans Business Network Chair Sean Dion, also President at Mr. Electric of Queensbury.  

“Within the ranks of our Veterans and First Responders, we owe it to them to be their sixth sense, to be there before a crisis; and get them to proper care. 

Please come and support not only Veteran suicide awareness, but the vast resource network that took time from their day to do the same. We have grown each year due to your continued support of our mission!”

The Veterans Business Network (VBN), of the ARCC, was established in 2021 to create a safe space for Veteran business owners, and Veterans in the workforce, to connect, collaborate, and share resources. Regular meetings were held, and annual food & necessities drives to benefit organizations helping Veterans were planned, but the annual walk had its own story. 

In 2021, the VBN partnered with the VFW Post 2475 to organize what was then known as the “Stop 22 Walk.” Stop 22 was an initiative, started in 2018, between the Department of NY Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and one of the nation’s leading health and well-being companies HUMANA, to increase awareness of Veterans committing suicide; 22 Veterans are lost each day.

“As a veteran, I know firsthand that one life lost to suicide is too many. Events like the ARCC Veteran Suicide Awareness & Prevention Walk are crucial in raising awareness and fostering open conversations about mental health. Together, we can identify those in need and ensure they receive the care necessary to heal and thrive before it’s too late,” said Christopher Thomas, MPA, RBLP-T & founder of Elite 9 Talent Solutions.

In addition to raising awareness, the event will raise money for Kee to Independent Growth, LLC (KIGI) to help support their Veteran programs. Last year’s beneficiary organization was Alliance180.

“The team at Alliance180 is honored to once again participate in this important event. Our mission at A180 is to prevent suicide and reduce the effects of trauma for Veterans, first responders, and front-line healthcare workers. We thank the ARCC Veterans Business Network for bringing attention to this issue through this annual walk,” said Bob Nevins, Founder. 

As the event grew, the addition of resource booths really began adding value. This year, multiple agencies will be on site to share resource materials and information specifically for Veterans. 

Some of these agencies include: ASCEND Mental Wellness, Southern Adirondack Independent Living (SAIL), NY State Department of Veterans Services, Alliance180, the SUNY Adirondack Joseph P. Dwyer Peer-to-Peer Program, and many more.

“Communities are at their best when those capable of helping show up. This suicide and prevention walk highlights our cause for Veterans, but it’s also for every member of this community impacted by the tragedy of suicide; from our first responders to our family, friends, and neighbors. Join us and walk side-by-side as we strive to strengthen communication and coordination on suicide awareness and prevention,” said Amie & Juan Gonzales, President & Chief Financial Officer of Hunt Companies, Inc., and members of the ARCC Veterans Business Network.

This event is open to the public and generally draws about 150 people, including elected officials and community leaders. Please consider coming out to show your support on Thursday, September 12th, starting at 3:30 p.m. in Glens Falls City Park. Donations are appreciated and will go to benefit the Veterans programs provided by Kee to Independent Growth, LLC (KIGI).

ARCC Community Shred Day

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Join the ARCC for our Annual Community Shred Day and Food Drive in partnership with Confidata and Aviation Mall. This is a FREE EVENT with the donation of at least one non-perishable food item per shred box to benefit our Non-Profit partner: L.E.A.P.

When: Saturday, September 14th from 9:00 – 11:00 am

Where: Aviation Mall (in the parking lot near the old Sears), 578 Aviation Road, Queensbury

What: Community members are invited to bring paper items that they would like to be securely shred on-site. Participants can bring up to 5 boxes to shred (box size cannot exceed 24″ X 12″ X 10″). Please remove all metal bands, bindings and clips from hanging file folders or bound documents. This event is rain or shine.

4th Annual Walk for Veteran Suicide Awareness & Prevention hosted by the Veterans Business Network of the ARCC

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Photos courtesy of the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce.

The Veterans Business Network (VBN) of the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) invites you to their annual Veteran Suicide Awareness & Prevention Walk. The number of veteran suicides continue to rise world-wide. The ARCC’s Veteran Business Network is committed to helping raise awareness and create an impact on prevention.

When: Thursday, September 12th beginning at 3:30 pm

Where: Glens Falls City Park, Glens Falls

What: Resource tables for Veterans & community members from 3:30 – 4:00 pm. At 4:00 pm brief opening remarks by ARCC President Tricia Rogers and members of the Veterans Business Network, followed by the walk. After the walk will be raffle drawings, and closing remarks at the gazebo. This event is rain or shine. 

Participants are asked to contribute a minimum $1.00 donation per person at the time of event (cash or check only, please). Proceeds from the walk will benefit the Veteran’s programs of Kee to Independent Growth, LLC.

ARCC Receives 45 Nominees for Annual Business Awards

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Nominees to be recognized, and winners announced at a breakfast ceremony on October 3rd

Pictured left:  Michele Morehouse (Communications Coordinator), Nicole Casey (Director of HR), ARCC President Tricia Rogers, and Andrea Deepe (CEO) of ASCEND Mental Wellness – winners of the 2023 Large Nonprofit of the Year award Pictured right: Cullen Fuller, ARCC President Tricia Rogers, and Ethan Hall of Rucinski Hall Architecture – winners of the 2023 Professional Business of the Year award. All Photos courtesy of the ARCC.

It was in 1991 when the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) first introduced its annual business awards. 

That first year saw one business being honored as the “Small Business of the Year”, and the business was Leland Paper Company, Inc. The following year saw the awards grow to two categories, adding on a “Rookie Business” category. 

Then in 2005, the “Steven M. Sutton Small Business Award” was created to honor Mr. Sutton, who co-founded Sutton’s Marketplace, which stood at 1066 US Route 9 in Queensbury and has since been home to many businesses. To those who knew him, he was a man of vision, an entrepreneur, and everything that embodied a small business owner and valued community member. 

To this day, the ARCC still holds onto his legacy, keeping the “Steven M. Sutton Small Business Award” as a part of this annual event. 

Throughout the years and decades, the event grew to add on more categories, and celebrate the amazing businesses that make up the Adirondack region of upstate New York. Aside from taking a break from the event in 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the awards ceremony has been growing year after year. Which brings us to present day, and the ARCC receiving a record 45 nominations in 7 categories. 

For a three-week period in the month of May, the ARCC asked for nominations and the community delivered.

“The ARCC Business Awards is one of my favorite events of the year. Watching businesses come together and celebrate each other’s success is something truly incredible,” said ARCC President & CEO Tricia Rogers. 

“This year we have a record number of nominees with 45 businesses, within 7 categories, which is a great testament to how special our business community is.”

The ARCC is thrilled to announce the nominees, in their respective categories:

Large Business of the Year Nominees: Arnoff Moving & Storage, GTM Payroll & HR, Upstate Transit of Saratoga, The VMJR Companies, Six Flags Great Escape, and Warren County Sheriff’s Office.

Professional Business of the Year Nominees: Irongate Family Practice, Capital CFO+, Fenimore Asset Management, Southern Adirondack REALTORS®, CEFO Advisors, Etched in Valor, and Bartlett, Pontiff, Stewart & Rhodes, P.C

Steven M. Sutton Small Business of the Year Nominees: Erbessd Instruments, Queensbury Billiards & Café, Career Jam, Elite 9 Talent Solutions, LayerEight, OrbitalFire Cybersecurity, Hogwash Cleaning Solutions, Hunt Companies, Inc., White Glove Janitorial Services.

Rookie Business of the Year Nominees: Elevation Medical Aesthetics, Kopf Property Management, and Madrina Molly LLC.

Large Nonprofit Organization Nominees: High Peaks Hospice, Moreau Emergency Squad Inc., Family YMCA of Glens Falls Area, and BHSN.

Small Nonprofit Organization Nominees: Alliance180, Tri-County United Way, Wiawaka Center for Women, The Hyde Collection, Lake George Land Conservancy, the Council for Prevention, North Shore Animal League Adirondack Region Cat Adoption Center, Dake Foundation for Children, Zonta Club of Glens Falls, Glens Falls Area Youth Center, Common Roots Foundation, Soroptimist of the Adirondacks, Adirondack Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and the World Awareness Children’s Museum.

Community Champion Nominees: Hannaford Supermarket and The Sagamore Resort.

The nominees will be recognized, and winners announced, at an awards breakfast, on Thursday, October 3, 2024 at the Queensbury Hotel in Glens Falls, NY. Registration is open for the event. Learn more by visiting www.adirondackchamber.org/events/details/annual-arcc-business-awards-2024-4497

Buying Local – S2E13: Grow Your Business with The ARCC

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Buying Local Glens Falls

S2E13: Grow Your Business with The ARCC

Welcome to Buying Local!

Saratoga, Warren, and Washington County have no shortage of fantastic goods and services to offer! In this podcast, our host Mike Nelson will clue you in on the amazing gems hidden in your very own community!

Grow Your Business with The ARCC

Season 2, Episode 13

In this episode, our host Mike Nelson meets with Tricia Rogers, President of the ARCC!

Tricia’s been the President of the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce for two years now, and the offerings it has for local businesses just keep getting better – between ribbon-cuttings, mixers, educational services, and other resources, the value of the ARCC is just incredible! Listen to this episode to hear more about how they can help you, and your business!

00:00 – Opening

00:21 – CP Ad: Call Thoroughbred Advisors Today!

01:23 – Show Begins: An Introduction to Tricia Rogers

03:01 – The Juckett Board Dinner at The Sagamore

05:14 – The ARCC: What They Can Do for You

08:16 – Small Team: Big Heart

09:46 – Why You Should Join the ARCC

12:37 – A Great Feeling

13:52 – From Poker to Potato Chips

14:57 – 42 Ribbon-Cuttings a Year?!

16:25 – Chamber 1-on-1s: Shoutout to the ARCC Team!

18:01 – The Best Newsletter Around!

19:35 – Educational Pieces

20:32 – Tuesday, June 11th: Triple-Chamber Mixer at The Sagamore! $20 to Sign Up!

22:43 – Tricia Rogers: Golf Pro

24:32 – The Rare July Mixer

25:03 – July 31st: Saratoga Race-Track Day!

28:09 – The Leadership Adirondack Program

32:01 – How to Get in Touch: adirondackchamber.org

32:50 – Closing Remarks

33:11 – CP Ad: Call RASP Inc. Today!

33:51 – Closer

PRODUCTION NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls TODAY Business Report, or Five Towers Media.

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    Michael Nelson

  • Guest

    Tricia Rogers

  • Runtime

    34 min, 13 sec

  • Air Date

    June 7th, 2024

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ARCC Provides Educational Opportunities for Business Community with Panel Discussions

Written by Amanda Blanton on . Posted in ARCC Spotlight, Business, Community, Featured, GFT Business Report.

The mission of the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce is to support our business community through advocacy, education, connection, and collaboration advocacy, education, connection, and collaboration… And the Chamber seriously caught the “education” bug when three of its four councils held educational panel discussions in the span of about two weeks.

The good news is The good news is each event tailored to a different audience and fulfilled the mission of the ARCC providing educational opportunities for the business community. On April 30th, the Adirondack Nonprofit Business Council (ANBC) of the ARCC hosted a panel discussion on planned giving and legacy donations. After receiving feedback from nonprofits that many of them did not currently have a planned giving program, it was realized that this topic would be valuable. The ANBC assembled a panel of local experts from the nonprofit side, legal and wealth management perspectives.

Cindy Sherwood, Vice President of Development at Glens Falls Hospital, and Robin DeMattos, Director of Development & Donor Experiences at Double H Ranch, shared their experiences working with donors on planned giving. Both shared stories and scenarios and came to the same conclusion – that it’s about establishing good relationships with your donors.

To round out the discussion, the panel also featured Jessica R. Botelho, Esq., Founder of Botelho Law PLLC, and Marilyn R. Kraus, CTFA, Vice President and Trust and Wealth Services Manager, Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company to provide their expertise. All in all it was a well-rounded discussion to almost 50 attendees at The Queensbury Hotel.

Jumping into the month of May, the ARCC Workplace Health & Wellness Council hosted an event on Workplace Wellness: From Head to Toe, featuring a panel of local experts to discuss mental health and wellbeing, physical activity, and nutrition in the workplace. A lot of the discussion featured available resources in our communities, as well as healthy reminders on how to take care of our minds and bodies. Susan McManus, Executive Director of the Adirondack EAP, Cathy Reichen Director of Health & Safety at Glens Falls Hospital, and Lindsey Brainerd Community Health Outreach Coordinator at Comfort Food Community shared their expertise on working with employers and employees on overall health. The conversation was facilitated by Erin Krivitski, PsyD and Workplace Health Strategist with CDPHP. One of the key takeaways focused on being kind to yourself, and realizing that even the smallest changes can make a big difference in your mental and physical health. The ARCC Workplace Health & Wellness Council remains dedicated to advancing its commitment to developing and sustaining a culture of wellness in the business community.

To round out the panel discussions, the Women’s Business Council of the ARCC hosted their annual SUCCESSion Summit in the Carriage House of the Fort William Henry Hotel. This year’s panel featured: Michelle Matan, CFP – Matan Wealth Partners-Rockefeller Capital Management, Sherry Finkel Murphy CFP®, RICP®, ChFC® – Madrina Molly, LLC, Wendy Waldron – Certified EOS Implementer, Brian Stidd CPA, CVA -Stidd CPA, PLLC, Vittoria Buzzelli Associate at Harter Secrest & Emery LLP, and ARCC President & CEO Tricia Rogers as facilitator.

The conversation was a continuation from previous SUCCESSion Summits, revolving around continuity planning for businesses. In a region rich with family-owned, and small-medium sized businesses, it’s important to create a culture of regular succession planning and development to ensure our community’s businesses continue to grow and thrive. Each year, this event strives to provide education and resources for our business owner community that will help them lead and succeed into the future. This year’s panelists highlighted the importance of identifying the right people for business owners to surround themselves with to successfully lead for years to come. It was a robust conversation with takeaways, and the hope is that the conversation will continue.

If there’s one thing the ARCC has learned through hosting these events, it is that our region has an amazing pool of expertise and talent, and we are so grateful for it.

ARCC Accepting Applications for Accepting Applications for Leadership Adirondack Program

Written by Amanda Blanton on . Posted in ARCC Spotlight, Business, Columns, Community, Featured, GFT Business Report.

The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) is excited to announce the application period for their Leadership Adirondack program for 2024-25. The ARCC Leadership Adirondack program is designed for individuals who demonstrate a potential for community leadership and a sincere commitment, motivation and interest in serving the community in which they live or work.

“We are thrilled to welcome applications for our 2024-25 Leadership Adirondack program,” said ARCC President & CEO Tricia Rogers. “Strong communities are built and sustained by effective local leaders, and our region is a testimony to this. We have seen past Leadership Adirondack participants go on to do great things.”

Leadership Adirondack is a dynamic, interactive program that provides skill development and community immersion experiences that enables participants to grow personally and professionally as they explore issues and opportunities in Warren & Washington County, New York.

Through a combination of class time and industry tours, Leadership Adirondack develops the leadership potential of participants and builds a solid foundation of informed, action-orientated, productive employees and citizens.

Participants can anticipate gaining an increased understanding of the challenges and opportunities affecting our region, as well as creating new and lasting friendships from a network of participants who come from varying backgrounds and diverse interests. Many graduates of the program have been appointed to the most senior positions in their organizations and to numerous commissions and board of directors.

The program previously ran in 2022-23 and consisted of 16 individuals, from varying industries, with an interest in growing their leadership skills and making a difference in their communities. Through leadership training and classroom sessions, to business and industry tours, these individuals dedicated over 16 weeks to their professional growth.

Through a very successful community project, this class raised over $23,000 for Family Service Association of Glens Falls, a nonprofit dedicated to providing services and support to families in crisis or in an emergency situation.

For the 2024-25 program, the ARCC has partnered with Brian Rollo, founder of Brian Rollo Consulting, to offer a comprehensive program on leadership development. Brian, a distinguished graduate of the Leadership Adirondack program, brings two decades of local business and leadership expertise from his tenure at Arrow Financial.

Over the past five years, he has successfully helmed his own training, speaking, and coaching company, mentoring and shaping hundreds of leaders. Brian is also the accomplished author of the book “The 10 Habits of Influential Leaders”.

Individuals who demonstrate potential for community leadership and a sincere commitment, motivation and interest in serving the community in which they live, or work should consider applying. Applicants must be an ARCC member in good standing to be considered.

Applications will be accepted through May 24, 2024. Information on eligibility, program details, and application can be found on the ARCC website: www.adirondackchamber.org/leadership-adirondack

ARCC Celebrates Robert Nemer as 35th Annual Juckett Award Honoree

Written by Amanda Graves on . Posted in ARCC Spotlight, Business, Columns, Community, Featured, GFT Business Report.

On Friday, March 8th, 2024, The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) presented the annual J. Walter Juckett Community Service Award to Robert Nemer.

Originally created in 1988, the award honors someone who “demonstrates a fierce commitment and hands on dedication to the betterment of our community,” explained Amanda Blanton, ARCC Vice President, Marketing and Communications. J. Walter Juckett himself was an inspiring individual who participated in a variety of civic, charitable, religious, political, business, and educational activities, and received many honors for his work.

This year, the event was hosted at the Sagamore Resort, where guests enjoyed dinner, live music, and of course recognized Nemer’s accomplishments and service to the community.

Nemer moved to Upstate New York from Philadelphia – where he was an elementary school teacher – in 1970, to help his father run his Volkswagen dealership in Albany. He partnered with his brother Peter to establish the Nemer Motor Group in 1971, which currently includes four dealerships.

Through his business, he has made several contributions to Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, St. Peter’s Hospital, and the Hudson Headquarters Health Network. He and his wife, Francine, have also donated their own money and time to these health centers.

Nemer is also a founding member of the Adirondack Civic Center Coalition, Inc. that was responsible for the acquisition of the Cool Insuring Arena, then known as the Glens Falls Civic Center: “He played a pivotal role in not only saving the arena, but also saving the hockey team multiple times,” said Blanton.

Additionally, partnering with The Post Star and the Tri-County United Way, Nemer started the Kids with Packs Program. Every year, he collects hundreds of backpacks that get filled with school supplies. The backpacks are then donated to children in need throughout 14 schools in Warren, Washington, Saratoga, and other counties.

Nemer also serves as a board member for the Hudson Headwaters Health Network, and the SUNY Adirondack Foundation. He is an active member of the Lake George Association, serving on the Council of Business Advisors.

Furthermore, he is a founding member of LG30, which is a select group of donors that are committed to the LGA mission of protecting and safeguarding Lake George. Nemer also frequently invests in the LGA’s Science-to-Solutions programs.

All of the above achievements, and many more, made Nemer the obvious recipient for the 35th J. Walter Juckett award. The ceremony began with an introduction from ARCC Board Chair Marc Yrsha, Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Banking Officer of Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company. ARCC President and CEO Tricia Rogers then said a few words about Nemer and introduced the following: U.S. Senator Dan Stec, N.Y.S. Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner, N.Y.S. Assemblyman Matthew Simpson, and constituent liaison for Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, Josh Williams. Each person talked about Nemer’s accomplishments and presented their proclamations to him.

The ceremony concluded with Nemer’s friend James Towne, who gave a speech reminiscing on his friendship with Nemer and personally presented the award to him. Following the ceremony was a night of celebration for all Nemer has accomplished: “Our community really came together to support a wonderful man. The energy in the room was like no other. A huge thank you to the Sagamore Resort, our sponsors, Mr. Nemer, and our community for a truly special night,” said Rogers.

Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Board Member

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GLENS FALLS, NY (1/9/2024)– The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) is pleased to announce the addition of Chris Barden, Chief Operating Officer of North Country Janitorial, to their Board of Directors in 2024. 

“We are so excited to welcome Chris Barden to the ARCC Board of Directors,” said ARCC President Tricia Rogers. “Chris brings with him a lot of knowledge on the operations of a small business, as well as giving back to the community.”

Mr. Barden joined North Country Janitorial Inc. (NCJ) in 2011 and currently holds the position of Chief Operating Officer. He joined NCJ after a 10-year career with Casella Waste where he was the Senior Operations Analyst. Mr. Barden is a former army officer and graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point. He leverages his diverse background as a soldier, a waste management professional, a leadership training instructor, and as an entrepreneur to facilitate a responsive and proactive operational setting at North Country Janitorial. Additionally, Mr. Barden serves on the Board of Directors of the Warren County Economic Development Corporation and the Adirondack Vet’s House.

The ARCC would also like to express our gratitude for the Board service of Crystal Grimaldi, of Ideal Dairy Farms. Grimaldi served as ARCC Board Secretary for many years, and the ARCC thanks her for her dedication to the organization and her continued support. Jennifer Whalen, of Rozell Industries, will now serve as Board Secretary.

About the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce

Founded in 1914, the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) is a membership organization representing businesses in New York State’s Washington, Warren, Essex, and Northern Saratoga Counties. The ARCC is a 501c6 not-for-profit corporation, governed by volunteer Board of Directors, and does not receive any funding from local, county or state governments. Our mission is to support our business community through advocacy, education, connection, and collaboration.

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ARCC team members promoted to Vice President and Director

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Amanda Blanton
Carol Ann Conover

GLENS FALLS, NY – The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) is excited to announce the promotion of two team members. Former Marketing Director Amanda Blanton will now serve as Vice President, Marketing & Communications, and former Events Manager Carol Ann Conover will now serve as Director of Events & Community Engagement.

“These two ladies have really grown in their positions, and as the ARCC is ready to take it to the next level I am confident that Amanda and Carol Ann will continue to lead and excel in their roles,” said ARCC President & CEO Tricia Rogers.

Ms. Blanton joined the ARCC team in August of 2016, after serving as a marketing & call center representative for a credit union in Saratoga Springs. She has been responsible for all marketing and communications for the Chamber, hosts the Chamber’s weekly radio show, regularly writes for business related publications, and has successfully increased the ARCC’s social media presence. She also serves as the staff liaison to the Adirondack Nonprofit Business Council.

“Every step in my career path has certainly led me to where I am today. The past 7+ years at the ARCC have been a rewarding and educational experience. I feel much pride and joy in the work that I do for this organization and greater community. I am truly excited to grow in my new role,” said Ms. Blanton.

Ms. Conover joined the team in January of 2021, bringing with her a diverse professional background spanning multiple business sectors. She has been active in the Adirondack region and Glens Falls community since moving here permanently in 2013. Carol Ann also serves as the staff liaison for the ARCC’s Women’s Business Council, Veterans Business Network, and Leadership Adirondack.

“Growing with the ARCC and our amazing community these last 3 years has been nothing short of inspiring. The way our members come together to support our mission and celebrate each other is truly a gift. I’m excited to continue the momentum and excitement this team has created in my new role as Director of Events & Community Engagement – I am grateful to my teammates for this opportunity and to our members for their constant support and encouragement. Thank you for putting your trust in me and in the ARCC. Together, there is no limit to what we will achieve!” said Ms. Conover.

About the ARCC

Founded in 1914, the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) is a membership organization representing businesses in New York State’s Washington, Warren, Essex and Northern Saratoga Counties. The ARCC is a 501c6 not-for-profit corporation, governed by volunteer Board of Directors. Our mission is to support our business community through advocacy, education, connection, and collaboration.