named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Advocacy
Represents business community interests to local and state lawmakers, focusing on tax reform, regulatory relief, and economic development policies.
B.E.S.T. Program
Business-Education Standards Transition initiative connecting students with local employers through internships, mentoring, and skill assessments.
Buy in Greene / Invest in Greene
Initiative promoting local economic growth by encouraging businesses to locate or expand in Greene County and residents to support local commerce.
Leadership Columbia-Greene
Eight-month leadership development program for professionals in Columbia and Greene Counties, combining skill-building workshops with civic engagement.
Women in Business
Quarterly networking events featuring female business leaders and honoring professional achievement among women entrepreneurs and community leaders.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Visitor & Business Guide Distribution 2 activities
- Business Discovery Center operationsOperates a Business Discovery Center on Main Street in Catskill where member businesses can display promotional materials for public access.
- Publication of annual Membership DirectoryProduces and publishes an annual Membership Directory that serves as a community resource guide for businesses and residents in Greene County.
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Business Community Advocacy 1 activity
- Business advocacy and policy engagementRepresents the business community by engaging with local and state lawmakers, advocating on issues such as economic growth and workforce development, and informing members about new laws and regulations.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Distribution of digital magazine and weekly e-newsletterProduces and distributes a digital magazine highlighting local businesses and community activities, and sends a weekly e-newsletter to nearly 2,000 subscribers featuring Chamber news, events, advocacy updates, and member business highlights.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Hosting of business and community eventsHosts annual and recurring events including a Recognition Gala, golf tournament, and community celebrations to connect and support local businesses and residents in Greene County.
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Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Leadership development programOffers an 8-month leadership development program for professionals in Columbia and Greene Counties to build leadership skills and community engagement.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Membership recruitment and managementAccrues an average of 9 new members per month and supports member businesses through tools and resources for business growth and government engagement.
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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Support 1 activity
- Ribbon-cutting event coordinationCoordinates and promotes ribbon-cutting events for member businesses to celebrate openings, expansions, or anniversaries.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- Student workforce development through B.E.S.T. programOperates the B.E.S.T. program to help students develop workplace and college readiness skills through academic performance, attendance, and career exploration, while engaging local businesses in guest speaking, facility tours, mentoring, and internships.
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Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Women in Business programHosts four Women in Business events annually, including networking meals, guest speakers, and recognition of a Women in Business Honoree, and presents the Women of Excellence Award to recognize impactful women professionals in the community.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$229K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$214K93%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$15K
expenses
Total expenses$234K
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$147K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$46K
Cash$38K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1K
Net assets$44K
Liquid reserves2.0 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +2.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 16
- ALISON PHOENIX — DIRECTOR
- AMANDA KARCH — DIRECTOR
- ANTHONY DESANTIS — DIRECTOR
- BLAKE GARRISON — VICE CHAIR
- EDWARD F MCNAMARA — DIRECTOR
- GERI MARINO — DIRECTOR
- JAMES CHURCH — DIRECTOR
- JOEY LOBIANCO — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH ROTHROCK — TREASURER
- KAREN GALLO — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL LANUTO — DIRECTOR
- RACHEL FISCHER — SECRETARY
- RYAN HASTIE — CHAIR
- RYAN PENNY — DIRECTOR
- TERI WEISS — DIRECTOR
- VICTORIA WALSH — DIRECTOR
relationships · 31
Who they work with
- Athens Cultural Center Partner — Member organization listed in the chamber's directory
- Bank of Greene County Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Treasurer Joseph Rothrock.
- Camp Catskill Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Director Ryan Penny.
- Catskill Mountain Housing Development Corporation Partner — Partner organization providing housing services in Greene County.
- Columbia County Chamber of Commerce Partner — Co-developer and co-presenter of the Leadership Columbia-Greene program.
- Columbia Greene Workforce Development Board Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Director Amanda Karch.
- Columbia Memorial Health Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Director Edward F. McNamara.
- Columbia-Greene Community College Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Director Victoria Walsh.
- Facebook Partner — Promotes Chamber news and member activities through Facebook.
- Garrison Fire & Rescue Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Vice Chair Blake Garrison.
- Greene County Economic Development Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Director Teri Weiss.
- Greene County Economic Development Corporation Partner — Collaborates on economic development initiatives and business support in Greene County.
- HMS Agency, Inc. Partner — Partner agency providing health insurance brokerage services to Chamber members.
- Instagram Partner — Promotes Chamber news and member activities through Instagram.
- Karen’s Flower Shoppe Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Director Karen Gallo.
- La Era Digital Partner — Collaborates with the Chamber to design and deliver the Leadership Columbia-Greene program.
- LinkedIn Partner — Promotes Chamber news and member activities through LinkedIn.
- Mid-Hudson Fiber Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Secretary Rachel Fischer.
- Mid-Hudson Fiber Partner — Provider of exclusive discounted internet services to new Chamber members through the Incentive Program.
- NY Properties – ADS Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Director Anthony DeSantis.
- National Bank of Coxsackie Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Director Alison Phoenix.
- Pegasus Restaurant Partner — Host venue for the Annual Recognition Gala in Coxsackie.
- Questar III BOCES Partner — Partner in the B.E.S.T. program to connect businesses and education for student workforce development.
- Questar III/BOCES Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Director James Church.
- Rifton Equipment Partner — Sponsor of the Annual Golf Tournament.
- Rip Van Winkle Brewing Company Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Director Joey LoBianco.
- S.M. Miller & Associates Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Director Michael Lanuto.
- Shook Insurance Partner — Putting Contest Sponsor for the Annual Golf Tournament.
- Snow Bird Ski Shop Partner — Member business represented on the Board of Directors by Director Geri Marino.
- Suzanne Oldakowski Partner — Namesake of the Women of Excellence Award, recognized for her impact as a businesswoman and community member.
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strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Advocacy for Pro-Business Policy Reformmethodology: regulatory_reform_advocacyBy advocating for regulatory reform, tax relief, and healthcare cost containment through tort reform, the Chamber improves the regional business climate because systemic policy changes reduce operational burdens and stem business out-migration.
- Community-Rooted Leadership Developmentmethodology: community-rooted leadership developmentBy integrating experiential leadership training with local civic and economic engagement, the Chamber builds community-rooted leaders because blending practical learning with local context fosters sustained civic participation and economic investment.
- Member-Driven Ecosystem for Business Growthmethodology: member-driven collaborationBy creating a member-driven network that facilitates referrals, shared discounts, and collective influence, the Chamber strengthens business visibility and credibility because peer-supported collaboration increases engagement and economic resilience.