The Business Council of New York State, Inc. has announced that Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will be awarded the annual Chuck Steiner Memorial Chamber of the Year Award. The award will be given by The Business Council on Thursday, September 18, at The Business Council’s Annual Meeting at The Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing.
The Chamber of the Year is awarded annually to an outstanding organization and leadership team that makes doing business in New York State a better experience for its members. The award is named in honor of Chuck Steiner, who had a 37-year career leading chambers in Niagara County and two in the Capital Region.
Greater Rochester Chamber received this award based on its work in fostering a thriving business community through innovative programming, effective advocacy, and a strong dedication to inclusivity and economic growth. Over the past year, Greater Rochester Chamber has achieved many successes which led to this award, including:
•Strengthening the local economy through a focus on Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) and other community initiatives;
•Created a favorable business climate, with significant wins in state and local business legislation and
•Offered a range of talent development programs, including Campus ROC, Greater ROC Careers, and Veterans Connect, all aimed at attracting and retaining top talent in the region.
“We are incredibly proud to receive the 2024 Chuck Steiner Memorial Chamber of the Year Award,” said Bob Duffy, President and CEO of Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce. “This recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of our team, our members, and our partners who have all contributed to making the Greater Rochester region a vibrant and thriving place to do business, and we are deeply grateful to The Business Council of New York State for this wonderful honor. We remain committed to driving economic growth, supporting our diverse business community, and fostering an environment where every individual and business can succeed.”
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