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We welcome you to join us for the 2019 Economic Summit presented by the Tompkins Chamber and Tompkins County Area Development, with special guest Gary Keith, Regional Economist from M&T Bank.
The Annual Economic Summit provides a snapshot of the local economy, highlighting the recent projects and accomplishments of our local business community and economic development. The event will present the key local issues and policy affecting the business community as well as forecasts challenges and opportunities for business and job growth in Tompkins County.
Gary Keith, M&T Bank Vice President & Regional Economist, will share national trends and outlook, discuss local/regional economy and its performance over the previous year, as well as expectations for the coming year. A Q&A session will be made available.
Keynote presentation by:
Gary Keith
Vice President - Regional Economist
M&T Bank
Special presentations by:
Heather McDaniel, CEcD, AICP, EDFP
President
Tompkins County Area Development (TCAD)
Jennifer Tavares, CEcD, EDFP
President & CEO
Tompkins Chamber
Featured Annual Events
Economic Summit
The Tompkins Chamber presents key local issues impacting local businesses and developers, policy issues impacting the business community, and local insights from participants in a national economic outlook survey. Partnering with Ithaca Area Economic Development (IAED), the event includes important updates about our economy, workforce, upcoming projects, and strategies to move forward and achieve a sustainable economic recovery.
Annual Dinner & Awards
One of the premier business community events of the year, the Annual Meeting highlights the Chamber community and previews the goals and initiatives for the coming year. Come and celebrate the success of our business community and economic development with hundreds of local leaders and elected officials! Join us as we raise a glass to the companies, not-for-profits, and volunteers who partner with us to help our community thrive.
Golf Tournament
This day on the green combines top-notch golf with valuable networking and advertising opportunities. Held at one of the County’s finest and professionally-rated golf courses. Staggered start golf tournament with several prizes, including skins. Lunch and beverages provided.
Great Big Chamber Auction
See and be seen by the region’s top business executives and small business owners. The Great Big Chamber Thank You & Auction holds tremendous value to our sponsors, donors, and attendees as it is one of our most highly publicized and attended events. The Great Big Chamber Auction portion helps underwrite the events and programs that support our Chamber members. Traditional silent and live auction, networking, and nonprofit recognition awards.