The Roundtable will feature information on anticipated Federal Covid relief legislation, and the need for adequate, immediate, and direct funding for state and local governments to be included in that legislation. State and local government funds have been severely impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic, and Federal funding support is of utmost importance to school districts, human services organizations, public health agencies, and other critical local services in our community.
The roundtable discussion will be facilitated by Jason Molino, Tompkins County Administrator. Participating in the discussion will be:
- Leslyn McBean Clairborne, Chair of the Tompkins County Legislature and Director of GIAC
- Martha Robertson, Legislator from Dryden
- Dr. Orinthia Montague, President of Tompkins Cortland Community College
- Jeffrey Matteson, Superintendent of TST BOCES
- Jennifer Tavares, President of the Tompkins Chamber
- Kathy Schlather, Executive Director of the Human Services Coalition
- Heather McDaniel, President of Tompkins County Area Development
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.