named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Advocacy
Represents member interests through policy advocacy, regional partnerships, and events like State of the State and State of the County.
Connectivity
Facilitates networking through events, Leadership Ontario, workshops, and business resources to help members build relationships and grow.
Health and Wellness Benefit (EESS)
Provides member businesses access to a mental health and wellness program through a partnership with Family Counseling Service of the Finger Lakes, offering confidential counseling and wellness resources for employees.
Promotion
Helps member businesses increase visibility through marketing opportunities, the Member Directory, Ontario County Magazine, and social media features like Member Milestone Mondays.
Signature Events
Hosts annual events including the Annual Breakfast, Golf Tournament, and ATHENA Leadership Awards to recognize business achievements and foster community connections.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Regional Economic Development Initiatives 2 activities
- Expand collaboration with community partnersBuilds and strengthens partnerships with businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders to support economic growth and connectivity in Ontario County.
- Grow and diversify Chamber membershipEngages in ongoing efforts to expand and diversify the Chamber’s membership base across Ontario County.
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Business Community Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocacy for business interestsAdvocates on behalf of member businesses by connecting them to key policy issues and representing their interests in the community.
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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Support 1 activity
- Facilitate ribbon-cutting and member milestone eventsOrganizes ribbon-cutting ceremonies and supports member events such as grand openings, expansions, and anniversaries to promote visibility and community engagement.
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Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Host signature annual eventsOrganizes major annual events including the Annual Breakfast, Golf Tournament, and ATHENA Leadership Awards to celebrate achievements and strengthen community ties.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Offer professional development and membership onboardingProvides professional development opportunities and bi-monthly ONChamber 101 sessions to help members maximize the benefits of their membership.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Organize networking events and mixersHosts regular networking mixers and events that facilitate peer engagement, professional connections, and relationship-building among members.
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Regional Tourism Promotion 1 activity
- Promote local business and tourismAdvances the local economy by promoting businesses and tourism in Ontario County through marketing, events, and outreach initiatives.
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Business Member Promotion Services 1 activity
- Provide member communications and promotion servicesSupports members through email blasts, social media promotion, a bi-monthly newsletter, and a printed magazine distributed to over 4,200 subscribers, including free advertisements and member spotlights.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Provide mental health and employee wellness programsOffers a mental health and wellness program available to employees at a cost of $28 per employee per year to employers, with free access to two wellness workshops annually.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$259K
Contributions & grants$181K70%
Program service revenue$69K27%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$9K
expenses
Total expenses$274K
Program expenses65%
Admin / overhead35%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$187K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$379K
Cash$113K
Investments$0
Liabilities$216K
Net assets$163K
Liquid reserves4.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +21.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracey Dello Stritto | Executive Director | 40 | $85K |
board members · 14
- Abbey Friend-Vienna — Board Member
- Dave Carro — Secretary
- Debora Ortloff — Board Member
- Jim McGinn — Board Member
- Kari Buch — Past Chair
- Kevin Christiano — Board Member
- Krista Gleason — Chair
- Kristina Stamatis — Treasurer
- Matt Bragg — Board Member
- Mitch Donovan — Board Member
- Nick Lennon — Board Member
- Nicole Mahoney — Vice Chair
- Robert Marks — Board Member
- Tara Rago — Board Member
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- Andrew Biernat Consulting and Facilitation Partner — Member and solopreneur who participates in Chamber networking events to grow professional connections.
- Ashton Place Senior Living Partner — Kevin Christiano, a board member of the Ontario County Chamber of Commerce Inc, is affiliated with Ashton Place Senior Living
- Board of Directors Partner — Works in partnership with the President & CEO to advance the Chamber's mission and evaluate progress.
- Chrisanntha Construction Corporation Partner — Member organization that leverages Chamber connections to advance development projects.
- Creekview Three (European Wax Center – Victor) Partner — Member business supported by the Chamber during its grand opening in Victor.
- Fahy Williams Publishing Partner — Partner organization that produces the Ontario County Magazine in collaboration with the Chamber.
- Family Counseling Service of the Finger Lakes Partner — Partnership to deliver the Employee & Employer Support Services (EESS) mental health and wellness program.
- Finger Lakes Community College Partner — Debora Ortloff, a board member of the Ontario County Chamber of Commerce Inc, is affiliated with Finger Lakes Community College
- Leadership Ontario Partner — Collaborates on leadership development programs and events
- Mengel Metzger Barr CPA Partner — Kristina Stamatis, treasurer of the Ontario County Chamber of Commerce Inc board, is affiliated with Mengel Metzger Barr CPA
- Ontario County Government — Collaborates with community leaders and organizations across Ontario County to support business connectivity.
- Ontario County Government — Collaborates with local government and elected officials in Ontario County to support economic development.
- Travel Alliance Partnership Partner — Nicole Mahoney, vice chair of the Ontario County Chamber of Commerce Inc board, is affiliated with Travel Alliance Partnership
- United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes Partner — Collaborates with the Chamber through shared networking and community impact initiatives.
- United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes Partner — Kari Buch, a past chair of the Ontario County Chamber of Commerce Inc board, is affiliated with United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes
- University of Rochester Medicine Thompson Health Partner — Dave Carro, a board member of the Ontario County Chamber of Commerce Inc, is affiliated with University of Rochester Medicine Thompson Health
- Victor Chamber of Commerce Partner — Mitch Donovan, a board member of the Ontario County Chamber of Commerce Inc, is retired from Victor Chamber of Commerce
- Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Partner — Robert Marks, secretary of the Ontario County Chamber of Commerce Inc board, is affiliated with Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP
- community partners Partner — Collaborates with community partners to deliver programs.
strategies · 2
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.
- Collective Marketing as Growth Infrastructuremethodology: collective_marketing_platformBy amplifying member visibility through coordinated, multi-channel storytelling and promotional platforms, the Chamber increases business engagement and regional economic vitality because shared marketing lowers individual costs and strengthens the collective brand of Ontario County.
- Network-Driven Economic Developmentmethodology: network_driven_economic_developmentBy building a connected, countywide business network, the Chamber stimulates economic growth because relationships among businesses, community partners, and local leaders enable knowledge sharing, collective advocacy, and new opportunities.