Join Gary Ferguson, Downtown Ithaca Alliance; Jan Norman, Local First Ithaca; and Jennifer Tavares, Tompkins Chamber as each gives a “State of Retail” intro, providing perspectives as leaders of their organizations. Each will be highlighting some successes from 2020 and sharing why supporting local small businesses matters more than ever.
Additionally, we’ll partnering with a small group of chamber member retailers to facilitate dialogues in the networking breakout component on the following topics:
- Technology & digital solutions- Led by Aaron Rovitz, Triphammer Wine and Spirits, Ithaca Coffee and Flying Rooster
- Customer satisfaction, safety, accessibility- Led by Lisa Swayze, Buffalo Street Books
- Collaboration & partnerships that evolved during the last year to help businesses be successful- Led by Ian Golden, Finger Lakes Run Co
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.