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Denise Padula, Owner of Alchar Printing, Wins SBA's Syracuse-Upstate NY District Woman Business of the Year



Denise Padula started her career with Alchar Printing 39 years ago as an employee of the business.  After working in every aspect of the business, in 2000 Denise purchased majority ownership and in 2006 she attained 100% ownership of the business.  Denise has worked diligently to improve the manufacturing efficiencies, cost models, business profitability, financial sustainability, and identifying new markets.  Alchar Printing is a New York State Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise.

Denise Padula and Alchar Printing are long-time clients of the Small Business Development Center at the University at Albany.  Denise has worked with her advisor on projects including financial planning and access to capital, large scale equipment purchases, union negotiation strategies, operational management and efficiencies, growth strategies, new markets and Covid-19 assistance.

Alchar has been recognized by the Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Rensselaer County Legislature for having contributed to the vitality of Rensselaer County for over 50 years.  Alchar was also named NY SBDC Client of the Year.  Denise donates to numerous community and charitable endeavors and is currently on the board of Big Brothers and Big Sisters.

(June 26, 2025) Port of Albany Chief Executive Officer Richard J. Hendrick recently joined the Board of Directors of the Seafarers International House NYC, which, in partnership with the Episcopal Church since its founding in 1834, serves the needs of Mariners and Seafarers in the New York Region.   Hendrick, with the Port since 2004, has led the…
Albany, N.Y. (June 23, 2025) – Maria College and Daughters of Sarah Community for Seniors are partnering to offer employees access to academic certificate and degree programs that support their career growth and long-term success in healthcare.   Through this collaboration, Maria College will provide flexible academic pathways —including…
Coxsackie, NY – June 2025 – National Bank of Coxsackie (NBC) is proud to announce its recent $1,500 donation to the Village of Ravena, supporting the community’s ongoing efforts to enhance recreational amenities at Mosher Park. Pictured at the donation presentation are Village of Ravena Mayor William Misuraca and NBC’s Ravena Branch Manager Glenda…
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Discover how to maximize your chamber membership for both you AND your employees, whether you're new or have been with us for years.   This presentation…
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The 1 Million Cups Monthly Meetings are happening throughout 2025 in the Chamber's 1st Floor Conference Room! Held every second Wednesday of the month,…
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Join us for our July Rising Professionals-Group Meeting! Stay tuned for this month's topic and speaker! Register Here
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