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I N V E S T I N G I N T H E C O M M U N I T Y ASK A BOARD MEMBER: Make an Impact with a Gift to VR Fund Strategic Planning Pamela Rehak is the director a great way to make a corporate or personal new tools and skill sets to bring back to my job. Thank of Strategic and Community investment in the quality of life of our you to those assisting with these scholarships.” Planning for St. Peter’s Health communities is a gift to the “Van Rensselaer The VR Fund also serves to further the mission of A Partners (sphp.com), the the Bob Horan Initiative for Workforce Readiness Fund – Rensselaer County Regional Chamber region’s largest private-sector of Commerce.” Your gift directly supports the (see article, page 3). Donations carry on Bob’s vision employer with more than Chamber’s member-focused initiatives, helping our to create dynamic partnerships between the business 12,500 staff in 170 locations organization provide scholarships for educational and and education sectors of our economy and to create a and an annual budget of nearly entrepreneurial programs, as well as supporting the vibrant, workforce-ready community. $1.3 billion. She has been with arts and culture. Donations to the VR Fund also benefit the Troy SPHP and its legacy system, Seton Health, for more One of the tangible testaments to the impact of the Victorian Stroll, which attracts more than 30,000 visitors than 20 years. She is also a founder and board member VR Fund is its to our local community. Funded entirely by the generous of the Healthy Capital District Initiative, which works to strengthening and support of sponsor contributions, the Stroll has grown to identify and address public health problems.

Q: What is the purpose of a strategic plan? “I am committed to making certain that my scholarship will be ‘paid forward,’ as I continue to develop new A: A strategic plan is like a road map – without it, a business can get lost or find itself at a dead business relationships with Leadership classmates and end. A quality strategic plan makes it clear where others in the community.” you stand right now, where you want to go and the specific “roads” to get there. It details who is Theresa Newton, director of real estate development, responsible for each part of the journey and what Troy Rehabilitation & Improvement Program (TRIP) resources (time, money, expertise) are necessary. Let’s take a look at some helpful signposts: » Before you start, develop an understanding supporting of The Leadership Institute by providing be the largest free holiday festival in the Northeast. of how you fit into your business arena. What’s scholarships to attendees, off-setting administrative costs Your gift to the fund can be designated for a specific occurring in your environment? What is the and expanding the Leadership experience for alumni purpose of your choosing. To make a donation, mail competition doing? What are your strengths, and participants with additional training opportunities. your check to: weaknesses, opportunities and threats? Don’t Generous donations from trusts, foundations and The Community Foundation do this step in a vacuum; create a strategic plan private individuals have made it financially possible Attn: “Van Rensselaer Fund – Rensselaer with input from board members, senior leaders, for local professionals to participate in The Leadership County Regional Chamber of Commerce” employees and customers or clients. Institute, becoming the leaders of tomorrow. 6 Tower Place, Albany, NY 12203 » Determine your short and long-term “I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to Or donate online at cfgcr.org/donations.php. “destinations” or goals. Do you have an be a graduate of The Leadership Institute, Class By making a contribution you will be investing in experienced “driver” or “navigator?” How long of 2017,” said Theresa Newton, director of real the future of the Rensselaer County region. Every gift will it take to get there? Do you have enough estate development for the Troy Rehabilitation & is greatly appreciated. For more information, please resources to cover expenses? Do you have a Improvement Program (TRIP). “The education and contact Chamber President Kate Ollier at kollier@ “mechanic” to fix things if there is a problem? If information shared at our sessions and events gave me renscochamber.com or 518.274.7020. not, can you hire a mechanic or train someone to take on that role? Once arrived at your destination, is there a plan to market and sell your product? M E M B E R S H E L P I N G M E M B E R S A strategic plan should be well understood by Chamber Ambassadors are a Welcoming Asset everyone in your organization and ensure that your mission, vision and goals are clear. It keeps hen Ivan Mugerwa (photo, right) attends everyone moving in the same direction. And a Chamber event, he’s networking to remember, a map is no good if it sits in a file. Keep Wbuild the brand of his employer. As your strategic plan front and center to chart your chair of the Chamber’s Ambassador Committee he progress and evaluate “detours” when the business is also working to build valuable connections for environment or resources change. members like you. “Ask a Board Member” is a monthly Q&A featuring “Ambassadors are members who volunteer members of the Chamber’s Board of Directors. their time and talents to help retain and welcome fellow members,” said Mugerwa, general manager The Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce is a for Best Western Plus Franklin Square Inn Troy/ business, civic and economic Albany. “We act as a direct link between members development alliance that strives to enhance the economic and the Chamber staff so that members have the vitality of Rensselaer County best experience and outcomes possible.” and the neighboring Gateway communities of Cohoes, Ambassadors maintain regular contact with Green Island, Waterford and members to gain a better understanding of make introductions and assist at a variety of events, Watervliet. The Chamber seeks activities and initiatives throughout the year. to improve the quality of life their individual business needs. The team of within the community for both 20 volunteers make phone calls on behalf of “The Ambassadors are a huge asset for the residents and businesses. “Serving ’s Tech Valley” the Chamber to update contact information and Chamber,” said Membership Manager Maureen “insight” is published monthly. Submissions are considered for to make sure members are receiving Chamber McGuinness. “When you hear their voice on the publication based upon content and space availability. phone, you know you’re talking with someone who communications. They help answer questions and Kate Ollier, President relay ideas and suggestions to the Chamber staff. understands and cares. They are knowledgeable and 90 Fourth Street, Suite 200, Troy, NY 12180 friendly extensions of the Chamber’s commitment Telephone: 518.274.7020 Ambassadors actively encourage members to renscochamber.com to listen to and assist our members.” get involved and utilize Chamber benefits to the Editor: Doreen M. Ercolano | Co-Editor: Staci O’Neill maximum. These enthusiastic professionals also The Ambassadors are a great resource to help Design: Spiral Design Studio, LLC greet and facilitate at NetworkingPlus Luncheons, you maximize your membership! Printed on recycled paper. N E W M E M B E R S M E M B E R N E W S Cost Segregation Advisors, LLC Community Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Commercial Real Estate College announced six faculty Mesiti P.C. Partner Susan E. Farley Rep: Christie Ellis members received prestigious P.O. Box 125 (photo, right) served on the 2017 2017 SUNY Chancellor's Awards Malden Bridge, NY 12115 Presidential Rank Awards (PRA) at Phone: 518.766.0454 for Excellence in recognition of the White House in Washington, D.C. costsegadv.com exceptional contributions and The PRA is a high honor, awarded by dedication. They are (l-r, top the president of the , in deFacto Global, Inc. to bottom) Alice M. Busman, recognition of sustained extraordinary Software program assistant, fine arts, accomplishment, leadership and Rep: Bob Bedard theatre arts and digital media; innovation. Visit hrfmlaw.com. 333 Broadway Melissa M. Coon, associate Suite 380 director, admissions; Ian M. Troy, NY 12180 Mohawk Hudson Humane Phone: 888.894.3031 LaChance, assistant registrar; Society appointed Todd Cramer, defactoglobal.com David E. Scott, Jr., associate CAWA (photo, left) president registrar; Tara A. Fracalossi, and CEO. He is one of only Delicious Healthy Vending assistant professor, fine arts, 123 Certified Animal Welfare Vending theatre arts and digital media; Administrators in the U.S. and Rep: Dan McGuirk and Joseph M. Stenard, assistant the only one in the greater Capital 25 Bald Mountain Road professor, history, philosophy and Troy, NY 12180 District. Visit mohawkhumane.org. social sciences. Visit hvcc.edu. Phone: 518.268.7322 delicioushealthyvending.healthy- Parsons Child & Family Center’s Camp to Belong NY Linium Recruiting was named by Forbes to its list of choicevendor.com program was awarded a $3,000 grant from the MAXIMUS America's Best Recruiting Firms for 2017. Linium ranked Foundation. The grant will help support operations for Camp 101st nationwide and was the only staffing firm in the Capital Republic Services District on the list. Visit liniumrecruiting.com. Waste Management to Belong NY, a week-long camp provided free of charge to children separated by the foster care system, giving siblings an Rep: Deborah Bolesky The Century House welcomed 136 Sicker Road opportunity to bond in a relaxed recreational environment. Keri Ashline (photo, right) as director Latham, NY 12110 Visit parsonscenter.org. Phone: 518.749.6520 of hotel sales. Bringing her extensive republicservices.com hotel and event sales knowledge to the position, she is responsible for Unified Technology Associates enhancing the hotel's presence in the Managed IT Services community and driving sales. Visit Rep: Mahesh Pullela thecenturyhouse.com. 620 Columbia Turnpike East Greenbush, NY 12061 The Albany Symphony announced the appointment of Anna Phone: 518.992.2580 Kuwabara to the position of executive director. She is former unifiedtechnologyassociates.com vice president for orchestra operations and facilities at the St. Workhorse Rentals Louis Symphony Orchestra and previously worked for the Construction Equipment Rentals Harvard Business School, the Longy School of Music and as Rep: Felipe Giraldo director of operations for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Her 172 River Street debut coincides with Water Music NY (July 2-8), celebrating the Suite D bicentennial of the . Visit albanysymphony.com. Troy, NY 12180 Phone: 518.961.0515 CEO held its annual Community Action Luncheon, honoring Capital Roots raised $82,000 at its 30th Annual Spring workhorserentals.com individuals, volunteers and community partners who are Brunch. Proceeds benefit Capital Roots’ programs, including 52 Workplace Central dedicated to CEO’s mission. Photo, above (l-r) CDPHP’s Kathy Community Gardens, the nationally acclaimed Veggie Mobile®, Office Supplies Leyden and Sheila Nelson receive the Spirit of Community the Produce Project, Healthy Stores, Squash Hunger and Rep: Ray Seefeld Action Award from Katherine Maciol, CEO president. Visit more. The nonprofit broke its own records for fundraising and 776 Watervliet-Shaker Road ceoempowers.org. attendance with 600 guests. Visit capitalroots.org. Latham, NY 12110 Phone: 518.282.5500, ext. 102 events calendar 2017 J U L Y A U G U S T A D D I T I O N A L I N F O

Wednesday 7/12 Monday 8/14 Wonder Women Mentoring Breakfast Annual Golf Classic at Learn how to harness the power within, build The Country Club of Troy your professional and personal networks and A great way to network or treat a client or guest TIMES: find inspiring mentors. We’re gathering top while enjoying a day on the links. Check-in at All breakfast events have registration women professionals to share their experiences 10:30 a.m.; lunch at 11 a.m.; shot-gun start at 12 and breakfast at 7:30 a.m., with by hosting a series of three 20-minute p.m.; dinner at 5:30 p.m. Golf package includes the program from 8-9 a.m. (unless roundtables for attendees, sparking lively and 18 holes of golf, lunch, cart, on-course beverages otherwise noted). and dinner. $195 per golfer; $780 per foursome; candid conversations about career challenges All luncheon events have registration $35 for dinner only. VIP packages are available Support the Stroll and solutions. Table hop as you meet with and lunch at 11:30 a.m., with the for $50 extra and include all of the day’s golf mentors and discover new strategies for success. program from 12-1 p.m. (unless challenges, valuable raffle tickets and mulligans he Chamber is busy In learning from other professional women, otherwise noted). coordinating the 35th Annual discover the wonder woman in you! Registration (an $80 value). Special thanks to our major sponsors! Eagle sponsors- Pioneer Bank, RPI Troy Victorian Stroll, set for and breakfast at 7:30 a.m.; program 8-9:30 a.m. COSTS: T Athletics; Birdie sponsors-CDPHP, Sunmark Sunday, December 3. We partner with At Revolution Hall, 417 River Street in Troy. All programs are $35 (unless FCU; Closest to the Pin Men- architecture+; businesses, community organizations Sponsored by CAP COM FCU. otherwise noted) for members who and the City of Troy to create a Closest to the Pin Women- Hoosick Valley Additional sponsorships available. have pre-registered. The cost for holiday celebration attracting more Contractors, Inc.; Longest Drive Men- Groff walk-in members is $50. The cost than 30,000 visitors, making it the NetWorks, LLC; Longest Drive Women- for future members is $70 (unless Northeast’s largest free holiday Thursday 7/27 Merill Lynch The Clore Kelly Group; Putting otherwise noted). festival. Rooftop Off-the-Clock After Hours Challenge- Bouchey Financial Group, Ltd. | No-shows will be billed; The Chamber’s after-hours networking event Bouchey & Clarke Benefits, Inc.; Chipping 24-hour notice is required for all Learn how to leverage the success of the summer! Connect with regional business Challenge- Mosaic Associates Architects; Carts cancellations. of this event for your own business. professionals on the third floor rooftop terrace Sponsor- CAP COM FCU; Hole in One- Cooley Contact Events Manager Gabie Polce of Franklin Plaza Ballroom and enjoy stunning Motors. Sponsorships are available at all levels sunset views of downtown Troy. Includes at [email protected] or and for every budget. Contact Gabie Polce at Register online at: 518.687.1238 to discuss all the ways gourmet hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. From [email protected] or 518.687.1238. renscochamber.com/events you can participate and build your 5:30-7 p.m. Cost is $20 members. At Franklin Plaza’s Rooftop Terrace, Fourth and Grand Questions? brand. Or attend our Stroll committee Wednesday 8/23 Streets in Troy. Sponsored by eBizDocs. Contact Gabie Polce meeting on Friday, July 28 at 8:30 NetworkingPlus Luncheon Events Manager a.m. in the Chamber’s first floor Get connected, develop leads and build 518.687.1238 conference room to learn more about relationships at this fast-paced event facilitated by [email protected] this event. Chamber Ambassadors. Remember to bring plenty of business cards. Cost is $35 members; $50 walk- If you have special requirements, Don’t miss this great opportunity! in members. Registration 11:30 a.m.; program please contact us one month prior to 12-1:15 p.m. At Pat’s Barn, 110 Defreest Drive in event to ensure we are able to provide Rensselaer. Sponsored by Community Resource for your needs. FCU. Additional sponsorships available.

J U L Y 2 0 1 7 | 0 2 | Register for all Chamber events online at RENSCOCHAMBER.COM/EVENTS B U S I N E S S + E D U C A T I O N = R E A D I N E S S C H A M B E R M E M B E R Workforce Initiative Needs YOU rowing and creating a strong pipeline of workforce talent is important to the future of our region, our economy and our quality of life. The GChamber is a leading advocate of connecting business with education — not just higher education, but K-12 schools where the future of our workforce is learning and developing. We’re looking for businesses willing to partner with education by: Gramercy » Hosting a sudent in your work place Communications » Giving an in-classroom presentation about your field of expertise is an integrated » Providing mentoring to students communications firm » Organizing a class tour of your work place that provides expertise » Inviting a teacher to shadow you at work in the fields of public Have an idea? We’d love to hear it! The Chamber can connect you with relations, public education representatives to make your idea a reality. It’s all part of the Bob affairs and marketing. Proudly located in the Troy Innovation Garage in the Horan Initiative for Workforce Readiness, sponsored by CS Arch. The heart of downtown, Gramercy Communications serves clients all around New initiative honors the significant legacy of Robert M. Horan, Jr., a Chamber York and has earned a reputation as one of the state’s most respected strategic board member and Schodack Central School District superintendent who was a communications firms. Its record of success includes working with clients that dynamic leader of innovative education and business partnerships. By creating have contributed more than $5 billion in economic activity across upstate. connections between businesses and schools, this initiative seeks to bridge the Gramercy Communications was formed by Rensselaer County native Tom gap between employers and future employees, helping students discover exciting Nardacci more than a decade ago after he spent time working in high profile career opportunities in our region and strengthening our workforce by retaining PR positions in and Washington, D.C. Gramercy’s mission is to strong, homegrown talent. For more information, contact President Kate Ollier make an impact for its clients and for the community-at-large. Gramercy works at [email protected] or 518.274.7020. with some of the Capital District’s highest profile and meaningful organizations, including Albany International Airport, Arsenal Business & Technology Y O U A R E I N V I T E D Partnership, Albany Symphony Orchestra, Breathing Lights, Rivers Casino & Van Rensselaer Awards Dinner on Sept. 14 Resort, Pioneer Bank, Vireo Health NY and Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center. Gramercy is comprised of a diverse, talented and he Chamber presents the 2017 Van experienced team. This depth and breadth of Rensselaer Awards Dinner, a celebration experience helps the firm to manage a wide variety of Tof excellence in the regional business clients. Gramercy is also becoming known for its highly V A N R E N S S E L A E R community. These prestigious honors recognize competitive and rewarding internship programs. C O R P O R A T E A W A R D corporations, small businesses and exceptional individuals in the Rensselaer Gateway Gramercy is a tenant of Troy Innovation Garage, a communities who invest in the economic, cultural, new entrepreneurial ecosystem, founded by Nardacci and humanitarian advancement of our region (photo, right), that stimulates the creative and and act as ready and willing partners to other technology sectors. Gramercy’s team assists in the businesses and organizations. Honor this year’s success of this unique coworking space and incubator, recipients (at left) by investing in a Chairman’s enhancing its mission to support emerging businesses. V A N R E N S S E L A E R Circle table. For more information, contact Events S M A L L B U S I N E S S A W A R D Manager Gabie Polce at gpolce@renscochamber. G R A M E R C Y C O M M U N I C A T I O N S , L L C com or 518.687.1238. 2 4 F O U R T H S T R E E T | T R O Y , 1 2 1 8 0 P H : 5 1 8 . 3 2 6 . 6 4 0 0 | G R A M E R C Y C O M M U N I C A T I O N S . C O M Register now for the Van Rensselaer Awards Dinner on Thursday, September 14 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 235 Hoosick Street in Troy. Networking and cocktail reception at 5:30 p.m.; awards and dinner at 6:30 p.m. $130 per member; $260 per non-member. When it comes to the business community, Photo by Albany Business Review Albany Business by Photo $1,550 for Chairman’s circle table of 10. CAP COM Federal Credit Union is a committed Chester Opalka financial partner, offering a comprehensive array of E D W A R D H . P A T T I S O N services and products. “We are a one-stop shop for C I T I Z E N S H I P A W A R D business,” said Business Development Manager Carie Sala (photo, below left). “CAP COM is unique: we are large enough to have our own divisions of mortgage loans, financial Cocktail hour services, insurance and more, but we are locally focused sponsor A special thank you to these underwriting sponsors to offer the kind of personalized services that build real business relationships.” Check Out These Chamber Benefits “With more than 60 years of business banking ere’s a quick reminder of important benefits we offer to you and all of your experience in the Capital District, we have the tools employees. For a full listing of member benefits, visit renscochamber.com. to help you take your business to the next level,” said Director of Commercial Sales Anthony Lanzillo (photo, H below right). Business services include commercial real O N L I N E M E M B E R D E S C R I P T I O N S estate and equipment loans, merchant services and payroll, Our redesigned website offers enhanced features to drive visitors to your business. commercial lines of credit and competitive commercial Now is the time to check your business description in the Chamber’s online checking. CAP COM’s Commercial Mortgage team Membership Directory to make sure it gives potential clients the best impression offers some of the region’s most competitive rates, low possible. Compose a brief description about your area of specialty, expertise or commitment fees, no pre-payment penalties, terms up to strengths and we’ll add it to the directory, which is accessible at no charge to the 15 years and amortization up to 25 years. “We understand public. What sets your business apart from the competition? Do you have a niche the commercial real estate landscape, and are passionate market? Your answer could mean business! To update your member description, about the communities we serve,” said Lanzillo. contact Membership Coordinator Nancy Carmello at ncarmello@renscochamber. com or 518.687.1242. CAP COM member businesses can access special perks, including on-site workshops for you and your employees, free of charge. The R I B B O N C U T T I N G S & C E L E B R A T I O N S range of workshops cover financial wellness, mortgage and refinance, car buying consultation and financing, college bound programs, health savings accounts, The Chamber and our Economic Development fraud prevention, retirement and financial planning and more. Your employees Partnership (EDP) are here to support the grand receive expert financial advice from non-commissioned professionals and take opening or milestone celebration of your business away a greater sense of empowerment over their own finances. or organization. We can assist you with invitations to media representatives and elected officials, C A P C O M F E D E R A L C R E D I T U N I O N provide you with resources for refreshments and 4 W I N N E R S C I R C L E | A L B A N Y , N Y 1 2 2 0 5 entertainment and include your news in our in- P H : 5 1 8 . 4 5 8 . 2 1 9 5 | C A P C O M F C U . C O M print and online communications and social media. Just give us a call six weeks in advance to confirm your date. Questions? Contact Communications & Web Complimentary Spotlights are awarded by random drawing at Chamber events. To purchase a Spotlight, contact Maureen McGuinness at [email protected]. Strategies Manager Staci O’Neill at soneill@renscochamber or 518.687.1243. Members must be in good standing.

Register for all Chamber events online at RENSCOCHAMBER.COM/EVENTS | 0 3 | J U L Y 2 0 1 7 Member Milestones PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE 50+ YEARS PAID Callanan Industries, Inc. (1967) ALBANY, NY 9 0 F O U R T H S T R E E T , S T E . 2 0 0 | T R O Y , N . Y . 1 2 1 8 0 PERMIT NO. 164 30 YEARS R E N S C O C H A M B E R . C O M Goold Orchards (1987)

Scale Service & Supply Company, Inc. (1987) “Serving New York’s Tech Valley” V. Zappala & Company, Inc. (1987) 20 YEARS Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York, Inc. (1997) Gem Farms Buffalo Trading Post & Gift Shop (1997) The Kaleel Jamison Consulting Group, Inc. (1997) 15 YEARS Community Care Physicians, P.C. (2002) DCJ Enterprises, LLC (2002) Fairfield Inn by Marriott (2002) 10 YEARS 4 Corners Liquor Store (2007) James Adjusting, Inc. (2007)

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JOHN M. AHEARN, Board Chair* Rifenburg Construction, Inc. KELLI ARNOLD S T R A T E G I E S F O R S U C C E S S KeyBank, NA

VICTORIA CAROSELLA BAECKER July 12: Wonder Women Mentoring CDPHP arness the power within and build your M E E T O U R M E N T O R S professional and personal networks at the CHRISTOPHER BURKE* Chamber’s Wonder Women Mentoring Tami Cole, President & CEO, DocStrats, Inc. Unity House of Troy, Inc. H Patricia Fusco, President & CEO, Fusco Personnel Breakfast. Top women professionals will host LISA DESPART 20-minute roundtables, sparking lively and candid Daquetta Jones, Executive Director, Action Window Cleaning Co., Inc. conversations. Table hop, meet mentors and discover YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc. Hon. Kathleen Jimino, Rensselaer County Executive MICHAEL A. DIACETIS* new strategies for success. Break-out sessions will National Grid follow. Topics include the evolving role of mentorship, Rose Miller, President, Pinnacle HR, LLC the art of negotiation, how to incorporate a more Elizabeth Reiss, CEO, MICHAEL E. GINSBERG, ESQ.* diverse and inclusive workplace, overcoming gender- The Arts Center of the Greater Capital Region Pattison, Sampson, Ginsberg & Griffin, PC related roadblocks and the balancing act between Dr. Carolyn Stefanco, President, IAN GLASGOW personal and professional life. Discover great mentors The College of Saint Rose Next Advance, Inc and successful strategies by registering today! Paula Stopera, President & CEO, CAP COM FCU LAUREN GROFF* Stefanie Wiley, President, Groff NetWorks, LLC Sponsored by Hoosick Valley Contractors, Inc. CAP COM FCU HOWARD GROSS* eBizDocs Register now for Wonder Women Mentoring Breakfast on Wednesday, July 12 at Revolution Hall, 417 River ALISA C. HENDERSON Street in Troy. Registration and breakfast at 7:30 a.m.; program 8-9:30 a.m. $35 members; $50 walk-in members; Duncan & Cahill, Inc. $70 future members. Additional sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Events Manager Gabie Polce at [email protected] or 518.687.1238. PATRICK HUGHES* Pioneer Bank Q U A L I T Y C O N N E C T I O N S SUSAN KAMBRICH* Woodland Hill Montessori School July 27: Rooftop Off-The-Clock After Hours ANDREW KINERSON oin us for a special summer after-hours event and connect with fellow Gettysburg Flag Works, Inc. business professionals on the beautiful rooftop terrace of the Franklin Plaza Ballroom. Enjoy stunning sunset views of downtown Troy, GEORGE E. LaMARCHE III, ESQ* J gourmet hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. Networking never looked so good! LaMarche Safranko Law, PLLC Sponsored ALISON LEONARD Rooftop Off-The-Clock After Hours architecture+ Networking is on Thursday, July 27 at Franklin by eBizDocs Plaza Rooftop Terrace, Fourth and Grand Streets in JOHN MILLET Troy. Sign up at renscochamber.com/events. Starts at Bouchey & Clarke Benefits, Inc. 5:30 p.m. $20 for members. RICK MURPHY Tri-City ValleyCats J O I N U S F O R C L U B S , C A R T S & C O N N E C T I O N S LARRY NOVIK Bonacio Construction, Inc. August 14: Golf Classic Tees Off at CC of Troy he 2017 Annual Golf Classic gets KATE OTIS Eagle Sponsors: Pioneer Bank, RPI Athletics DeCrescente Distributing Co., Inc. underway on Monday, August 14 Birdie Sponsors: CDPHP, Sunmark FCU Tat the Country Club of Troy. Treat Closest to the Pin (M): architecture+ DENISE PADULA* yourself and a client to a day on the award- Closest to the Pin (W): Hoosick Valley Contractors, Inc. The Alchar Printing Group winning links! Check-in at 10:30 a.m.; lunch Longest Drive (M): Groff NetWorks, LLC at 11 a.m.; shot-gun start at 12 p.m.; dinner at Longest Drive (W): Merill Lynch The Clore Kelly Group MEL QUINLAN Oberlander Group 5:30 p.m. Cost is $195 per golfer or $780 per Putting Challenge: Bouchey Financial Group, Ltd. | foursome and includes 18 holes of golf, lunch, Bouchey & Clarke Benefits, Inc. PAMELA REHAK dinner and cart. For an extra $50 per person, Chipping Challenge: Mosaic Associates Architects St. Peter’s Health Partners you can pre-order a VIP package that includes Carts Sponsor: CAP COM FCU Hole in One: Cooley Motors NICOLE STEIN* all of the day’s golf challenges, valuable raffle SEFCU tickets and mulligans (an $80 value). Non- golfers are invited to join us for dinner at the JEFFREY VUKELIC clubhouse; cost is $35 per person. Win Big with Raffle Prizes! Saratoga Eagle Sales & Service For sponsorship opportunities that fit 1st Grand Prize: Jet Away on JetBlue - jetblue.com DR. DONNA WATSON every budget, contact Gabie Polce at gpolce@ 2nd Grand Prize: Two Nights in Lake Placid - mirrorlakeinn.com Enlarged City School District of Troy renscochamber.com or 518.687.1238. Thank 3rd Grand Prize: Custom Designed Cufflinks - jkbloom.com Raffle tickets are $4 each/eight for $20 * Executive committee members. you to our major sponsors (as of printing):

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