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A STATEMENT FROM THE PRESIDENT...
Chamber celebrates its 50th year of service
More than 50 years ago,
19 business leaders in Liv-
ingston County had the
foresight to establish an or-
ganization to “advance the
commercial, industrial, civ-
ic, agriculture, recreational,
government and general in-
terests of its trade area.”
On Oct. 28, 1970, the Arti-
cles of Incorporation of the
Livingston County Chamber
of Commerce were filed with
the county clerk.
As we reflect on the past
50 years and the evolution of
the Chamber, the legacy of
these founding board mem-
bers and the board members
since, has been profound
and fascinating. This first
group of board members
were instrumental in bring-
ing Interstate 390 through
the county. Subsequent
boards helped to found the
county Industrial Devel-
opment Agency and Local
Development Corporation.
They worked to have a build-
ing to house the Chamber
constructed, they advocated
for numerous business oper-
ations and entities and spent
countless hours promoting,
celebrating and recognizing
business throughout Living-
ston County.
Over the past 50 years, the
Chamber has seen signifi-
Laura Lane
cant changes and impacts
in our county. In fact, while
researching our history, we
came across a hand-written
letter from then Board Chair,
Dean Johnston, who in 1994
writes, “CHANGE IS INEVI-
TABLE. The important thing
is how we handle and react
to these events ... the human
race has a great instinct for
survival – and Livingston
County is a great place in
which to survive.”
As we look ahead to the
next 50 years, we start at a
point of great struggle in our
economy and a changing
landscape due to the impacts
of COVID-19.
But as Dean’s letter also
states, “we must try to help
each other sort out the best
avenue of change, try not to
Livingston County Chamber Factor
The Livingston County Area Chamber of Commerce is based at 4635 Millennium Drive in Geneseo.
dwell on the negatives, ac-
centuate the positives, and
move ahead.”
We know the next steps
will be delicate, but the
Chamber will continue to
assist and advocate, listen
and learn, move and shake,
and carry on the legacy of the
great leaders that founded
this organization in 1970.
We will continue to of-
fer beneficial programming
such as monthly Coffee Con-
nections, Business Sum-
mits, The Taste of Living-
ston, The Matrimony Map,
The Ice Cream CONEction,
the Farmer Neighbor Event,
LCEA Golf Tournament and
our annual Business Excel-
lence Awards.
We will also challenge our-
selves to address the needs of
March 2021 • 3
LIVINGSTON COUNTY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PHOTOGRAPH
the business community and The ability to help shape the
adapt to the virtual worlds of future and navigate the pres-
commerce and trainings. ent are details on which our
“I take great pride in be- board focuses, no different
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Board of Directors during
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The Chamber’s
Early Accomplishments
The Livingston County
Chamber was incorporated on
Aug. 25, 1970. Here are some
major projects that the Cham-
ber has been involved with:
n First project: Livingston
County Brochure sesquicen-
tennial 1821-1971 in coopera-
tion with the Livingston Coun-
ty Board of Supervisors.
n Blue Cross/Blue Shield
group plan health insurance
for members started in 1972.
n Livingston County Emer-
gency relief fund established as
aftermath of flooding in area in
1972.
n 1972: Requested Living-
ston County Board of Supervi-
sors to petition legislature for
formation of Livingston Coun-
ty Industrial Development
Founding Board of Directors
Members of the Livingston
County Chamber of Com-
merce’s first board of direc-
tors, from 1970:
Louis M. Bozzette
Joseph Canepa
David Clayton
Robert S. Dewar
Carroll A. Hansen
Robert B. Jones
Patrick M. Keefe
John N Kiefer Jr.
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Agency.
n Study made on Canase-
rage Creek flooding in south-
eastern part of the county.
n January to May 1974:
Compiled information regard-
ing Northeastern Railroad Sit-
uation. Mailed Washington,
D.C.
n January to May 1975:
Worked on new industrial bro-
chure.
n February to March 1976:
Conrail situation in area was
worked on.
n 1977: Worked with pro-
posed Genesee Expressway,
Interstate 390.
n 1979: First annual indus-
try recognition day.
n 1980: Survey on proposed
power plan at Somerset.
Richard W. Leib
Margaret C. Mack
Robert H. MacVittie
John A. McTarnaghan
Hoyt R. Mason
Ralph C. Parker III
Helen M. Pratt
Harold A. Shay
Paul E. Wamp Jr.
Mark F. Welch
Kenneth R. Williard
• Campsites
• Weekend Outings
• Ball Fields
• Farm
Business Enterprise
Chamber
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bers,” said Board Chair
Dawn Aprile. “We hope that
our legacy will be looked
back upon with equally
great favor 50 years from
now.”
“As the Chamber’s third
president and CEO, I truly
appreciate the opportunity
to guide the organization
through its next chapter.
The accomplishments of
Steve Newvine and Cyn-
thia Oswald are engrained
in the organization,” stated
current Chamber president
Laura Lane.
“I am certainly proud to
be able to leave my stamp
on the Chamber through
unique programming and
efforts to grow business
and create opportunities
for our members to pros-
per,” Lane said.
The Chamber is a mem-
bership-based organi-
zation that encourages
partnerships both public
and private, between busi-
nesses, the community,
school districts and gov-
ernment. The Chamber
also encourages business-
es to support one another,
an effort that has made an
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the business community.
This year marks the 50th
anniversary of the Living-
ston County Area Chamber
of Commerce. For the past
five decades it has served as
the voice of business in Liv-
ingston County, protecting
and promoting commerce
by partnering with commu-
nity leaders and business-
es of all sizes, collectively
working to keep the com-
munity thriving, promoting
business interests and the
general welfare of the com-
munity.
If you are interested in
joining the Chamber, con-
tact Member Services Co-
ordinator Melissa Savino at
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To learn more about
Chamber programs and
other initiatives, visit its
website at https://www.
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Chamber presents 2021 Business Excellence awards

The Livingston County Area Chamber of Com-
merce Business Excellence Awards recognize de-
serving businesses and non-profits that exemplify a
commitment to excellence that makes the Livingston
County area a better place to do business, work and
live.
The community nominated businesses from Jan.
12 though Jan. 25 via an online link. Nominations
were received in 20 categories. For each category, a
business needed to be a Chamber member and ex-
emplify some or all of the following criteria:
n Have a business or industrial investment in Liv-
ingston County.
n Exhibit outstanding community service.
n Be a role model for business development, mar-
ket expansion and community development.
n Demonstrate outstanding efforts to promote
business development and quality of life in Living-
ston County.
A selection committee reviewed and evaluated all
nominations. Finalists were announced Feb. 5.
On Feb. 25, the Virtual Business Excellence Awards
event was held. Nearly 100 businesses, non-profits
and community members attended to support and
recognize the finalists and their communities.
The event kicked off with a Virtual Mixer with spe-
cial guest mixologist, Joe Yantachka, owner of Party-
man Catering.
The awards event began with a welcome from
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merce Restaurant Week will be
introduced this year.
Patrons may enjoy specials or
prix-fixe menus from some new
spots or old favorites. Take out or
dine-in options are available.
The event, scheduled April 17
to 24, is modeled after successful
restaurant weeks in New York
and other cities. Restaurants
throughout the county will of-
fer specially-priced or prix-fixe
menus, signature dishes, new
entrées and old favorites.
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Home, Garden & DIY Expo
set for April
The Livingston County Ar-
ea Chamber of Commerce
“Home, Garden & DIY Show”
will feature virtual exhibitors
including everything from win-
dows, siding, gutters, and paint-
ing to home décor, furniture,
landscaping and much more.
With most home and gar-
den expos being canceled this
spring, the Chamber wanted
to offer an opportunity for con-
sumers to “visit” these local
businesses and speak with their
owners and representatives in
real-time.
Businesses will be able to
showcase their products virtu-
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ally, share details of their work
and chat with consumers about
how they envision their home
and landscape this spring.
There will be do-it-yourself
and demonstration seminars
throughout the event as well.
Projects for everyone!
The “Home, Garden & DIY
Show” is scheduled for Satur-
day, April 24.
Businesses interested in be-
ing a part of this event are asked
to please contact the Chamber
via email to info@livingston-
countychamber.com or by call-
ing (585) 243-2222.
March 2021 • 7
‘Campground Bag Drop’
delivers to summer visitors
The Livingston County Area
Chamber of Commerce wants
to help local businesses and
communities reach thousands
of visitors to Livingston County
this summer.
The Chamber will once
again host a “Campground Bag
Drop” this year shortly before
Memorial Day weekend – just
in time for the tourist season.
Bags full of promotional items
and marketing materials from
local businesses and commu-
nities are delivered to eight Liv-
ingston County campgrounds
for the visitors to our area.
Participation details include:
n DEADLINE FOR PAR-
TICIPATION: To participate, to participate, due at the time formation about your business
please send or drop off 300 cop- your materials are provided to and its location. Order your
ies of your chosen marketing us. marketing materials now so
materials to us at the Chamber n WHAT TYPE OF MAR- you don’t miss out on this great
office. Items are due no later KETING MATERIALS: Items opportunity!
than Wednesday, May 15. that work best include busi-
n COST TO PARTICIPATE: ness cards, rack cards, menus, Contact the Chamber with
There is no cost to partici- promotional items and flyers, any questions and to reserve
pate if you are a member of event calendars, etc. We en- your space. Call (585) 243-2222
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Explore Livingston scoop by scoop

The Livingston County Ar-
ea Chamber of Commerce has
“CONEcted” the ice cream
cone dots throughout the Liv-
ingston County area with the
Livingston County Ice Cream
CONEction Trail and Face-
book group.
The trail supports county
businesses and gives fami-
lies the chance to create some
tasty memories and win some
great prizes. including a grand
prize valued at $200.
For additional details, check
out the trail’s interactive map
with links to these delicious
stops at https://www.living-
stoncountychamber.com/ice-
cream-conection or join the
Livingston County Ice Cream
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cials, new flavors and more.
Maps are also available at
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Make your next vacation
a staycation
We are so lucky to live in
Livingston County. There are
so many options for things
to do within a few miles of
home.
Among those options are a
staycation, a vacation close
to home.
One of the most economi-
cal ways for a little getaway is
to book a cabin or campsite.
Whether you are interested
in lakeside or valley vistas,
Livingston County has more
than a dozen private camp-
grounds to choose from and
two state parks. Another
family friendly possibility is
renting a cottage on beau-
tiful Conesus Lake. Relax as
you swim and fish, or you
can rent canoes, kayaks, and
paddle boards.
Couples should defi-
nitely stay at one of the bed
and breakfasts or inns in
the county – many of which
have jetted tubs in the room.
Sleep in, enjoy a wonderful
Livingston County Chamber Factor March 2021 • 9
breakfast cooked-to-order
by your host, then take a
walk or a drive through the
county’s rolling landscape.
Your host will have plenty of
suggestions for things to do,
but it’s always fun to follow
the Livingston Libation Loop
and have a tasting day! Liv-
ingston County is home to
five unique breweries, a ci-
dery and two award-winning
Finger Lakes wineries.
A driving vacation is af-
fordable, it’s easy, you can
bring the dog and the kids,
and you can stop when you
want to. Whether it be with
family or friends, road trips
allow for laughter and deep
discussions about almost
anything and it creates com-
mon memories that you will
talk about on your next road
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The road from ‘Education to Employment’
CAREER CONNECTIONS: Students discover career pathways with Chamber program
A third of students change
their majors at least once and
more than half take longer
than four years to get a bach-
elor’s degree, according to the
National Center for Education
Statistics.
Then, one in 12 students re-
turn to community college or
technical school for more spe-
cific education.
“That makes four-year uni-
versities and colleges a really
expensive career exploration
program,” said Amy Loyd, vice
president, Education and Em-
ployment Policy Organization
at Jobs for the Future.
Young people can’t find
jobs, yet employers can’t find
people with the right entry lev-
el skills. How can we close this
gap?
The Livingston County Area
Chamber of Commerce Educa-
tion to Employment Initiatives
(E2E), under the direction of
Angela Grouse, are creating a
program that will give Living-
ston County students the infor-
mation they need to become
better informed about the ex-
tensive career options that ex-
ist locally.
“Students begin self-limit-
ing their career options as early
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as first grade using the jobs of
their family, neighbors, and
those they interact with as the
framework for what they will be
when they grow up. We want
students to become aware of
the wide array of options avail-
able to them given their skills,
abilities, and interests,” says
Grouse.
Grouse was hired by the
Chamber in 2019 and is in the
second year of introducing stu-
dents to local employment op-
portunities.
“Equally important is choos-
ing the most efficient and
cost-effective path into the
career of choice,” says Grouse.
“That may mean heading di-
rectly into the world of work,
or enrolling in a certification
program, a two-year associate
program, or a four-year bache-
lor program.”
In response to the in-person
gathering restrictions due to
due to COVID-19 safety pro-
tocols, which have affected
both students and employers,
Grouse has focused on creating
resource materials that stu-
dents can review independent-
ly. The materials are published
on the GLOW With Your Hands
Virtual Website, www.glow-
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withyourhandsvirtual.com.
Grouse visited a variety of re-
gional employers and curated Be part of the
a video library of profession- Education to Employment pipeline
als describing their job path to
achieve it. Students can watch The Livingston County Area Chamber of Commerce
the videos and gain an under- Education to Employment Initiatives are bridging the gap
standing of what potential jobs between the emerging workforce and employers. Virtu-
entail. al and in-person events such as “Lunch and Learns” and
E2E also offers a two- “Career Days” create a direct connection between stu-
pronged direct service solu- dents and career professionals across industry clusters
tion, meeting the needs of both to explore a “Day in the Life,” core skills needed for the
position, and more.
students and employers.
With a better understanding of careers and opportu-
The first goal is to provide
students with the ability to ex- See PIPELINE T11
pand their career horizons,
allowing them to consider ca-
reers that are best suited to
their competencies and dispo-
sitions and then seek paths to
employment that will provide
the greatest return on their in-
vestment.
From an employer perspec-
tive the goal is to improve the
workforce talent pipeline,
build the readiness skills of the
emerging workforce and retain
talent which strengthens the
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fiber of our local communities.
The best way to achieve this is
through programming which
directly connects employers
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nities, young people can more
easily envision how they will fit
successfully into the world of
work. Knowing the preparation
needed for specific careers, stu-
dents are able to set career goals
to pursue with a path that is effi-
cient and cost effective.
Where do you come in? Stu-
dents need you to serve as a pre-
senter at “Lunch and Learns”
and “Career Days” and share
your insight.
The Avon Central School
District will host a 10th grade
career day on Wednesday,
March 24, and the Dansville
Central School District is host-
ing a two-day event the first
full week in May. Students are
Livingston County Chamber Factor March 2021 • 11
to students to educate them
on the realities of the world of
work, showcase the great ca-
reer possibilities in our area,
strengthen students’ skills, and
create a better understanding
of the most effective and effi-
cient path to employment.
being surveyed to determine
their current areas of interest
and will then be matched with
professionals in three different
careers over the course of the
morning to learn about each
job’s requirements and the
pathways to employment.E2E
is soliciting alumni from both
districts, community members
and local employers to partici-
pate in this opportunity.
Additionally, the Chamber is
looking to expand the E2E pro-
gram to other districts, meet
district demands for “Lunch
and Learns,” and build a speak-
er catalog.
If you are interested in partic-
ipating, please contact Angela
Grouse, director of Education
LIVINGSTON COUNTY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PHOTOGRAPH
to Employment Initiatives, by
calling (585) 443-2712, or via Students from the four-county GLOW region get an up-close look at career possibilities during the
email to Angela@livingston- first GLOW With Your Hands event in 2019. The program has shifted to a virtual format due to the
countychamber.com. COVID-19 pandemic.
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Amy Churchfield Jonathan Prince Jennifer Gregory Ken Perelli Gary Nageldinger

Chamber announces 5 new directors

GENESEO – The Living-
ston County Area Chamber of
Commerce is pleased to an-
nounced the appointment of
five new members to its board
of directors.
The new directors are Jon-
athan Prince, chief operat-
ing officer of Coast Profes-
sional Inc.; Jennifer Gregory,
human resources director
with Barilla America NY Inc.;
Ken Perelli, vice president
and chief operations office,
PEMM, LLC (Quicklee’s); Gary
Nageldinger, branch manager,
M & T Bank, Nunda; and Amy
Churchfield, associate dean at
Genesee Community College.
“Our board of directors is
comprised of a dedicated team
of 24 community leaders com-
mitted to strengthening the
business environment in Liv-
ingston County. They join the
Chamber of Commerce at an
exciting time as we navigate
the impact of COVID-19 in our
local economy, support and
help the business community,
and learn how to not only sur-
vive these challenging times,
but find ways to thrive,” said
Laura Lane, Chamber presi-
dent and CEO. “The strength
and opportunities that come
from convening the power-
house minds and talents of our
board is an asset to the Cham-
ber and Livingston County as
a whole. We look forward to
their contributions and are ex-
cited to work with them.”
The Chamber Board reg-
ularly evaluates its composi-
tion to ensure it includes the
appropriate skills, experience
and perspective necessary to
fully support the large indus-
tries and small businesses in
the county.
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been employed by Coast Pro-
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chief operating officer since
2018. Prior to that he had var-
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dent of operations and direc-
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Chamber Board President

Dawn Aprile of Naturluxe
and Stars, and was followed
with a video highlighting the
finalists. The live presen-
tation of awards and reac-
tions of recipients made for a
memorable evening
A complete list of winners:
n Most promising new enter-
prise: Jonny B’s Custom BBQ
n Small business of the year:
The Wedding Dress and Tux
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n Photographer of the year:
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n Retailer of the year: Nunda
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Joe Yantachka, owner of Partyman Catering, taught people
year: Letchworth State Park
how to make signature drinks in a virtual presentation at the
n Downtown business of the 2021 Livingston County Area Chamber of Commerce Business
year: Not Dot Shop Excellence Awards.
n Manufacturer of the year:
Barilla America Inc. Sales Pottery can be found on the Cham-
n Non-profit organization of n Service business of the ber website at https://www.
the year: Camp Stella Maris year: Farrell’s Lawn Service livingstoncountychamber.
Inc.
n Commitment to education: com/annual-business-ex-
Wadsworth Library n Salon/spa business of the cellence-awards
year: Envy Salon
n Restaurant of the year:
Angry Rooster Deli n Longevity award: American
Hotel of Lima
n Wine/craft brewery of the

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year: Deer Run Winery
Sweet treat business:
Suzea’s Gluten Free Cafe &
Bakery
n Recreation, entertainment
and family fun business of
the year: Genesee Valley
Hunt
n Florist of the year: Dog-
wood Floral Company
n Large business of the year:
Lattimore Physical Therapy
n Arts, artwork, craft busi-
ness of the year: Studio
n George Traber Award: The
employees of Coast Profes-
sional Inc.
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As one attendee relayed,
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ABOUT JENNIFER GREGORY
Gregory has spent the past
two years as the human re-
sources manager for Barilla
America in Avon. Prior to com-
ing to Barilla, Gregory was with
Superior Plus Energy Services.
She also served as an adjunct
professor at Bryant and Strat-
ton College.
Gregory received a bachelor
of science degree in business
administration from Dae-
men College and an MBA in
business administration and
management from Canisius
College.
ABOUT KEN PERELLI
Perelli is vice president
and chief operations officer
at PEMM, LLC (Quicklee’s),
Avon. He has been with the
company for the past nine
years. Prior to that he was the
director of Lattimore Physical
Therapy.
After graduating from Naz-
areth College with a bachelor
of science degree in health ser-
vices and a master’s degree in
physical therapy, Perelli began
his career as the clinical direc-
tor of Fisher Sports Physical
Therapy and Conditioning.
ABOUT GARY NAGELDINGER
For the last four years
Nageldinger has been branch
manager/assistant vice pres-
ident of M & T Bank, Nunda.
Prior to that he served as the
branch manager of Five Star
Bank in Mount Morris. He
received his business admin-
istration and management
degree from the University of
Phoenix.
Nageldinger is also an active
community volunteer cur-
rently serving on the boards
of Keshequa Central School
Board of Education, New York
State Department of Environ-
mental Conservation Fish and
Wildlife Management Board,
Greater Nunda Action Part-
nership, and Kiwanis Club of
Nunda.
ABOUT AMY CHURCHFIELD
Churchfield, an associate
dean at Genesee Community
College, earned a bachelor’s
degree in education of speech
and hearing from Elmira Col-
lege and a master’s degree in
student affairs in higher edu-
cation from Indiana Universi-
ty of Pennsylvania.
She has dedicated her work-
ing career to making higher
education more accessible.
One of her special interests is
helping students from home-
schooled families transition
from their at-home learning
environment to a college-lev-
el curriculum that is rigorous,
but also friendly and offers
plenty of hands-on learning.
About the Board
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
n Board Chair: Dawn
Aprile, Naturluxe & Stars.
n Vice Chair: Don Bennett,
Conesus Lake Campground.
n Treasurer: Katie
Schreiner, Genesee Valley
Federal Credit Union.
n Secretary: Joseph
Yantachka. Partyman
Catering.
n Immediate Past Chair:
Ed Russell, Underberg &
Kessler.
n At-Large Member: Joe
Bucci Jr., American Rock Salt.
n At-Large Member:
Tammy West, UR Medicine |
Noyes Health.
DIRECTORS
Robbin Smith, Empire Re-
alty Group.
Paul Morrell, Small
Business Development
Center at SUNY Geneseo.
Bill Bacon, Livingston
County Economic
Development.
Paul Alioto, Dansville
Central School.
Marissa Shay, Battle Street
Brewery.
Meghan Rodwell, Tompkins
Bank of Castile.
Ian Coyle, Livingston
County Administrator.
Julie Buehler, SUNY
Geneseo.
Matt Cole, Livonia Central
School District.
Mary Ellen Merle, Genesee
Construction Service Inc.
Gary Moore, Livingston
County Industrial
Development Agency.
Ken Perelli, PEMM, LLC
(Quicklee’s).
Gary Nageldiner, M&T
Bank.
Jen Gregory, Barilla
America.
Jonathan Prince, Coast
Professional.
Amy Churchfield, Genesee
Community College.
About the Chamber
The Chamber of Commerce
is celebrating its 50th year in Liv-
ingston County. The Chamber
is the largest business organiza-
tion in the county and is the pre-
mier advocate for businesses
working to create a vibrant and
sustainable business environ-
ment by fostering business de-
velopment, and offering train-
ing and education.
The Chamber represents
more than 600 members whose
investment in Chamber mem-
bership gives their business
credibility, visibility and mar-
ketability. The Chamber pro-
vides its members numerous
opportunities to promote their
business to customers and fel-
low chamber members looking
for trustworthy businesses with
which to work.

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