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Jul 08 2020

Infinit Technology Solutions is expanding the team! Welcome Kim Moore and Noah LaCourse!  Kim Moore joined Infinit Technology Solutions as a Business Consultant in March of 2020. Her current focus is on compliance, advanced IT services, and Cisco technology for Upstate New York clients. With over 20 years in the IT industry this was the obvious step for both Kim & Infinit to begin their partnership. She will spend her time working closely with clients educating and understanding some of the new challenges companies are facing in 2020. Previous positions have been overseeing technical sales teams, SAP conference teams, and building infrastructure teams. In her spare time she spends an enormous amount of time with her two German Shepard dogs and reading.

Jun 09 2020

Dear Fairport-Perinton Chamber of Commerce Members,

I hope this newsletter continues to find you and your families well.

As the Finger Lakes region enters the second stage of reopening, we wanted to share a resource that will help your business obtain personal protective equipment (PPE) and find cleaning service vendors.

Below is a link to the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce's listing of local resources:
https://greaterrochesterchamber.com/protective-mask-vendors

In an effort to keep our members connected, we will be planning several virtual networking events. Stay tuned for these announcements in the coming weeks @ https://fairportperintonchamber.org/?q=events-list

Stay well & see you soon!

Jim

May 07 2020

The Fairport-Perinton Chamber of Commerce board of directors are thinking about their members and our greater community during this challenging time.
 
First, we want you to know that New York businesses have been declared eligible to apply for economic injury disaster loans:
New York Businesses Declared Eligible to Apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans.  Next...

May 07 2020

The Chamber would like to share the information below with you on re-opening the state's economy.  This information was provided to us by Martha Malone, Executive Director of the Fairport Office of Community & Economic Development.

 

May 05 2020

The Minuteman Press franchise is sponsoring a campaign to help businesses get back on their feet by creating a local website called Bounce Back Fairport. It’s a free community website where you can list your business and encourage shopping locally, so we can all recover quickly. Essentially, its free local advertising, with no strings attached. Go to https://bouncebackusa.minuteman.com/locations/ny/fairport/ where you will find our local page for this area.

Again, it is free and takes only a minute to list your business.

Apr 10 2020

On behalf of the Board of Directors, we hope this newsletter finds you and your families well and that you are taking precautions to keep it that way. While getting through this pandemic remains the top priority, the Fairport-Perinton Chamber of Commerce understands the unprecedented stress our business membership is under.

First, I’m sure you have heard a lot about the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act and we are listing the most pertinent links on our news page listed below:

https://fairportperintonchamber.org/?q=news/updated-330-message-chamber-...

Mar 10 2020

Fifty-five years of service has been clocked by Perinton Ambulance. In addition to serving our community's emergency-medical needs, the Perinton Ambulance staff is out and about in our community so our family members and neighbors become familiar with these care-takers, and learn from them too. For example, Beth Sardone, the Community Outreach Coordinator for Perinton Ambulance has facilitated 114 blood pressure clinics, given 102 lectures, hosts school tours, reads to classrooms of students, attends bike rodeos, and has attended 52 other communtiy events. Our community is fortunate to have the experience of the ambulance's President Jon LeRoy, serving our araa with 22 years of experience behind him. Read more, to plan to attend their May 23 event.

Mar 03 2020

Last month, the Fairport-Perinton Chamber of Commerce named the Genesee Valley Penny Saver as its very first Business of the Month in 2020. The Fairport-Perinton Chamber of Commerce, which serves businesses well beyond Fairport Village, into Perinton, Bushnell’s Basin and Egypt, exists to help businesses succeed in today’s fast-paced world.  Just as the Chamber connects member and business acquaintances within these communities, the Genesee Valley Penny Saver helps to keep our communities connected.

In 1948, our Penny Saver was founded in a garage, by Roger and Jane Harrison, in Avon, New York. Their children have become active in the business with Steve Harrison as Publisher, and Kim Dougherty as Vice President. The business outgrew the garage space and now occupies four locations; however, Avon is still the hub and home to the largest of the four. It is in Avon that the papers are printed.

Feb 14 2020

72 Year Old Family Business Recognized as Business of the Month

With a customer reach of 132,000, this seventy-two year old family business keeps on growing and innovating. Congratulations to the Genesee Valley Penny Saver for being recognized as the Chamber's January Business of the Month. We also congratulate a familiar active Chamber member from this business, Daria Reitknecht! You can reach out to Daria with your congratulations through our Chamber website member directory.  Click to read more about the Genesee Valley Penny Saver's New York State awards, investment in new digital technology, and expansion of products.

Jan 17 2020

New York Businesses:  Are you ready for the Shield Act requirements?

This Spring, New York State's Shield Act (Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security Act) goes into effect. The Shield Act requires any business that owns or licenses computerized data which includes private information of New York residents to construct and maintain a prescribed threshold data security framework. Organizations impacted by the Shield Act should be assessing their data security policies and programs in light of the new law, which carries hefty penalties for non-compliance. MCCM, in association with CE Tech, Doyle Security and E Waste+ is offering a free seminar on how to become Shield Act compliant. The program is ideal for business owners and executives, as well as compliance, IT and HR managers.

Jan 14 2020

The Fairport Perinton Chamber of Commerce presents the State of the Town, Village, and Schools.  Speakers include Brett Provenzano (Fairport Superintendent of Schools), Ciaran Hanna (Perinton Town Supervisor), and Julie Domaratz (Fairport Village Mayor).

Networking: 11:00am - 11:45am
Program & Lunch: 11:45am - 1:00pm

Event Fee includes presentation and lunch.

Hosted by the Burgundy Basin - 1361 Marsh Rd, Pittsford, NY 14534

Nov 05 2019

The Fairport-Perinton community is known for its cohesiveness, which you can find evidence of through the Fairport-Perinton Chamber of Commerce. Annually, the Village, Town, and Schools jointly present to a crowd of over 100 attendees. The Career Exploration Center, housed in the high school, is an active member of the Chamber. And, the Superintendent participates in Chamber events as well. This month, The Career Exploration Center has been named the Chamber Business of the Month.

Oct 17 2019

Get into the Fairport fall spirit with live music by Dave McGrath, complimentary portraits by local artist Lorraine Staunch, fall themed treats, beverages, giveaways and more! Meet our family at Elderwood and learn more about how we serve our community.

Oct 14 2019

RPCN Named September Business of the Month!  The Chamber's September Business of the Month has a Kodak legacy. Rochester Professional Consultants Network (RPCN) was founded in 1990 by former Kodak employees, pursuing consulting careers. Today, RPCN has grown to offer networking, education, business and technology forums, and a consulting boot camp. You know this organization through our Chamber member Bob Manard.

Sep 08 2019

The Bob Ruhland Team (TRT) is August 2019 Business of the Month!

A man with so many identities - - Bob Ruhland, Mr. Perinton, The Bob Ruhland Team, Realtor, Associate Broker, son, husband, father, friend, community volunteer... Now our Chamber has bestowed upon Bob another name:  August Business of the Month. Read more about: passion for flipping (Will we see acrobatics at a Chamber event?); business influencer; team model; branding; business- model match, and more.

Aug 06 2019

Perinton Community Church Named July Business of the Month!  Congratulate Pastor Tim Alexander, representing Chamber member Perinton Community Church (PPC), as they are being awarded the July Business of the Month! Tim shared that PPC has a motto: "One mile, three miles, five miles. Where you live. Where you work. Where you worship." The Board has recognized Tim living this motto to the benefit of our Chamber membership. Read more about how this model has played out.

Jul 14 2019

Five-year awardee of the Best of houzz and two-time Build magazine Architecture Award winner has been chosen as the Fairport-Perinton Chamber of Commerce June Business of the Month. (Left) Chamber Vice President Katie Castro and (right) Chamber President Jim Bilotta present the Business of the Month award to EP Visualz owner (center) Eric Pedersen.

Jun 18 2019

Do you plan to “FLOAT“ through July 4th?  If so, the Fairport 4th of July Parade has space for you!

Every year, the Fairport-Perinton Chamber of Commerce forms a 4th of July Parade Committee to plan the Village‘s celebration with a run, parade, and party in the park.  Now is the time for your organization or business to apply to be in the Parade.  This well attended event provides a lot of visibility.

Empire Gutter Cleaning, Inc. has been in the Parade, on a float, the last two years.  They offered discounts to on-lookers and were amazed at how many consumers took advantage of the deal!

You do not have to be a member of the Chamber to participate.  There is no cost to reserve a spot in the Parade.  All you have to do is complete and submit the application form.  Visit:  https://fairportperintonchamber.org/?q=july-4th-parade-application-form

The Chamber would like to encourage float participation.  It adds a visual quality to the Parade and grabs more attention.  If you are not a float builder, you still can apply with a plan to walk.  The addition of music is always welcomed too!

We look forward to parading with you on July 4th!

Jun 07 2019

Professional Organizing by Yve Irish Named May 2019 Business of the Month.  Yve Irish has been successfully organizing Rochester area clients for a “lucky“ 13 years. She became a sole proprietor in 2010, starting her own business, Professional Organizing by Yve Irish. She helps busy homeowners and small-business owners organize their spaces and time, to add more balance to their multi-faceted lives. Yve adds organization to a client’s life through a gentle, non-judgmental, fun process. Plus, she teaches her clients how to keep productive changes in motion for long-term success. And, all aspects of her work are held in strict confidence.

May 20 2019

Just Solutions Named April 2019 Business of the Month!  Just Solutions has been servicing clients in Rochester, NY since 1997 and ALL of of our technicians are full-time employees who hold the most up-to-date certifications and boast expertise in every area of networking and IT Support. When you hire us for ANY project, not only can you expect it to be done right, but you can expect it to be done on time and on budget.  When you choose Just Solutions you are getting fast, affordable computer network support from technicians who really know what they are doing.  And what's more, you'll know exactly what you are paying for when the job is done and only pay when you're satisfied with the service.  They never leave you waiting around. Just Solutions knows how important your IT is to your company and that every minute it's not working as it should is downtime - which is not only frustrating but also loses you money and customer trust.

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