Please join the Tompkins Chamber, Downtown Ithaca Alliance, and City of Ithaca officials for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of two new businesses: Covenstead Workspaces and The Ithacan.
We will begin at Covenstead Workspaces and proceed to The Ithacan. Please note that Covenstead Workspaces is not wheelchair accessible.
About Covenstead Workspaces:
Covenstead is a spacious workspace owned by and focused on women to work, support, vibe and create community. Choose between private offices and co-working spaces, and enjoy amenities such as a bookable conference room and shared coffee shop and seating area.
Remarks by:
Ducson Ngyuen, Alternate Acting Mayor, City of Ithaca
Tom Knipe, Deputy Director for Economic Development, City of Ithaca
Jennifer Tavares, President & CEO, Tompkins Chamber
Gary Ferguson, Executive Director, Downtown Ithaca Alliance
Audra Bartlett & Christine Brouwer, Co-Owners, Covenstead Workspaces
About The Ithacan:
At the Ithacan, you aren’t just living in the heart of Ithaca, you’re part of it. Located at The Commons, take a step outside to find your choice of popular restaurants, shopping options and more, all within walking distance. Our living spaces feature hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, and are available in multiple floor plans. The Ithacan provides a living experience that is simply unmatched.
Remarks by:
Ducson Ngyuen, Alternate Acting Mayor, City of Ithaca
Tom Knipe, Deputy Director for Economic Development, City of Ithaca
Jennifer Tavares, President & CEO, Tompkins Chamber
Gary Ferguson, Executive Director, Downtown Ithaca Alliance
Jennifer Gaffney, Senior Community Manager, The Ithacan
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.