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Develop with the Chamber

Develop your professional and business skills in an evolving marketplace.

Our Chamber is dedicated to helping both new and established members grow their businesses through professional development opportunities. Our training programs foster increased productivity, greater commitment and higher levels of success. Our Chamber also brings accomplished regional and national speakers to the area so that members can benefit from their expertise – providing a valuable and affordable learning experience.

Our Chamber recognizes the important role business leaders play in the region's strength, both now and in the future. In order to grow local and relocated talent, we offer leadership development programs, continued education opportunities and economic development partnerships designed to serve specific target groups at all stages of the career path.

For Immediate Release Media Contact: Justin Cresswell, CTO Call or Text 518-598-3917 [email protected] Albany, NY – First New York Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Vik Muktavaram as its next President and CEO. Muktavaram, the ninth chief executive in the credit union’s 88-year history, joins First New…
Cairo, NY – [December 2025] – The National Bank of Coxsackie (NBC) is proud to announce its recent $2,500 donation to the Cairo Historical Society. The funds were made possible through the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York’s (FHLBNY) Small Business Recovery Grant Program, which enables member banks like NBC to support local organizations that…
Michele Desrosiers Joins the Palace Theatre as Managing Director Marketing-focused arts professional to collaborate with Executive Director Kevin Johnson on fundraising while positioning the organization for growth. Albany, NY — [Dec. 19, 2025] — The Palace Performing Arts Center announced today that Michele Desrosiers has joined the Palace…
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13
Join us for a morning boost! Enjoy fresh coffee, snacks, and great conversation while learning how to make the most of your Chamber membership.   …
Tuesday, January 13th from 8:30am-9:30am
Jan
20
Join us for a morning of networking and breakfast, followed by the State of the County address by Rensselaer County Executive, Steve McLaughlin. This…
Tuesday, January 20th 8:30-10:00am
Feb
11
The CEO Roundtables are back! Designed specifically for CEOs, this event offers a rare opportunity for leaders to come together in an intimate and focused…
7:30am: Check-in & Breakfast | 8:00am-9:00am: Program