What they call their work
What they do
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Convening and supporting the local business community through events and networkingOrganizes and hosts dozens of annual events including monthly breakfasts, business awards, a golf tournament, and evening receptions to connect and celebrate local businesses. Also serves as a convener for the business community, facilitating essential connections and cost-saving opportunities for members.
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Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Delivering leadership and skills development programs for businessesSupports training and skills development for local businesses and workers through initiatives such as the Leaderful Delaware Emerging Leaders Program, which teaches practical leadership skills, and offers intensive business training to prepare members for economic and market changes. Also provides access to an online sexual harassment prevention training program via partnership.
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Facility-Based Service Delivery 1 activity
- Operating administrative infrastructure for regional economic supportMaintains a physical office at 5 1/2 Main Street, Delhi, NY, serving as the operational base for organizational activities, public communication, and leadership functions aimed at stimulating a prosperous economy in Delaware County.
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Business Community Advocacy 1 activity
- Providing business advocacy and policy representationActs as a private sector voice for Delaware County businesses by advocating for managed growth, fair government rules, and just policies while fostering civic connections among businesses.
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Member Business Referral & Discount Programs 1 activity
- Providing member business referrals and support servicesResponds to hundreds of annual inquiries by providing business referrals exclusively to member businesses, enhancing visibility and customer access for members.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAY PUCCI | PAST PRESIDENT | 40 | $16K |
| TODD PASCARELLA | President | 25 | $9K |
- CAITLIN BARTLETT — Director
- ELIZABETH MONACO — Director
- FLORENCIO NAVARRO — Director
- GANNON FRISBEE — Director
- JACOB SACKETT — Director
- JOAN MACDONALD — Director
- JOANN KUDREWICZ — Director
- JOHN GASSTROM — Director
- JOSIAH BROWN — Director
- KEN PRESTIDGE — Director
- MIKE STOVER — Director
Who they work with
- A. Lindsay & Olive B. O'Connor Foundation, Inc. Funder — Philanthropic support and strategic partnership in community development initiatives.
- Catskill Revitalization Corporation Partner — Leadership overlap through Todd Pascarella, who serves as executive director.
- Delaware County Government — Collaborates with Delaware County in official communications and shared domain presence.
- Delaware County Electric Cooperative Partner — Collaborative engagement in rural infrastructure and quality-of-place development.
- Delhi Telephone Company Partner — Collaboration in telecommunications and community connectivity initiatives.
- FNBC Corporation Partner — Collaboration in local business development and immigrant community support.
- Famous Destination Marketing Partner — Collaboration in destination marketing and rural economic development.
- Helios Care Partner — Collaboration in community health and end-of-life care initiatives through shared leadership.
- Maragaretville Telephone Company Partner — Partnership in supporting local communications infrastructure and community engagement.
- NBT Bank Partner — Partnership through board membership to support local economic development and financial services access.
- New Haven Consulting Group, Inc. Partner — Partnered to provide members with online sexual harassment prevention training.
- Ravens View Genetics, LLC Partner — Partnership in promoting sustainable and ethical business practices in the cannabis industry.
- SUNY Delhi Partner — Joint engagement in workforce development and community programming through shared board involvement.
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce Network — Partnered through the Federation Partnership to extend U.S. Chamber benefits to small business members at no additional cost.
- UHS Delaware Valley Hospital Partner — Partnership through shared leadership focused on healthcare and community well-being.
- Union Grove Distillery Partner — Leadership connection through Todd Pascarella, co-founder of the distillery.
- United Way of Mid Rural New York Partner — Collaborative board membership with shared governance and community development goals.
- Village of Fleischmanns Government — Todd Pascarella previously served as mayor, indicating a governance link.
How they approach the work
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- Collective Action for Community Prosperitymethodology: collective_action_networkBy convening local businesses and fostering collaboration, the organization drives economic and social vitality, because collective action strengthens engagement, amplifies impact, and positions businesses as core drivers of community prosperity.
- Leadership-Driven Economic Developmentmethodology: leadership-driven economic developmentBy leveraging experienced local leadership in economic development and small business, the organization guides effective support systems and strategic direction, because practical, on-the-ground expertise increases relevance and trust within the business community.
- Local Identity as Economic Foundationmethodology: local-identity-driven-developmentBy emphasizing local identity, independence, and innovation, the organization strengthens regional economic development, because a distinct and authentic business ecosystem fosters resilience, community pride, and differentiated market value.
- Unified Private Sector Advocacymethodology: unified_business_advocacyBy acting as the centralized, unified voice for local business, the organization influences equitable legislation and managed growth, because coordinated advocacy at multiple levels of government increases policy impact and ensures fair treatment for local enterprises.