named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Consumer Guide
Annual publication showcasing chamber members and serving as a resource for where to shop on Staten Island
Downtown Revitalization Initiative
Grant program assisting small businesses with storefront improvements in partnership with SIEDC
Police Officer of the Year Awards
Annual awards ceremony recognizing outstanding police officers in the borough
Stars and Stripes Soiree
Annual gala event honoring community achievements and milestones such as America's 250th anniversary
Staten Island Energy Affordability Initiative
Program providing financial assistance and grants to small businesses facing increased utility expenses
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Professional Networking Events 2 activities
- Event and program management operationsPlans and manages major Chamber events, informational programs, and networking gatherings, oversees event fundraising, sponsor, and donor relations, and develops and manages communications, marketing, membership, workforce development, and foundation programs including website, social media, newsletters, videos, and graphic design.
- Networking and professional events for businessesHosts dozens of annual events including member meetups, galas, award ceremonies, educational workshops, and weekly meetings for business owners, executives, and professionals to support networking, professional development, and business growth; also organizes recurring events such as Business by the Bay and large-scale galas like the Stars and Stripes Soiree.
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Small Business Technical Assistance 2 activities
- Field outreach to local businessesVisits small businesses across Staten Island to connect them with free resources and support programs including Chamber on-the-Go and the Downtown Staten Island Program.
- Support for small business operations and onboardingOperates a Help Desk to connect members with staff or peers to resolve business challenges, provides a Membership Welcome Packet and downloadable membership badge for new members, maintains an online portal for invoice management, and serves as a liaison connecting businesses to services including financing, marketing, e-commerce, legal support, and business counseling.
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Business Community Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocacy for Staten Island businessesRepresents and advocates for over 14,000 businesses across all sectors and regions of Staten Island by sharing member feedback on fines, regulations, and complaints with decision-makers and facilitating access to policy discussions.
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Business Member Promotion Services 1 activity
- Business referral and member promotion servicesProvides thousands of annual referrals to member businesses for Staten Island consumers through digital and print directories generating over one million annual impressions, a Member Marketplace, and an annual Consumer Guide publication that highlights member businesses and supports local shopping.
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Business Improvement District Management 1 activity
- Community and economic development initiativesEngages in community development to improve the economic climate and expand business opportunities on Staten Island, including revitalizing the Downtown Staten Island commercial district through collaboration with merchants, property owners, residents, and stakeholders in St. George, Tompkinsville, and Stapleton.
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Women Entrepreneurs Grant Programs 1 activity
- Grantmaking for small business improvement and affordabilityFunds small business storefront improvements through a co-announced grant program with the Staten Island Economic Development Corporation and awards grants from $500 to $10,000 via the Staten Island Energy Affordability Initiative to help small businesses manage utility costs and implement energy-saving upgrades.
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Mentorship and Professional Development Programs 1 activity
- Workforce and youth development programsLeads workforce development initiatives including the Young Professionals Group, Young Entrepreneurs Academy, Leading Ladies Collective, National Civics Bee, mentorship opportunities, and a Job Board to support talent recruitment for member businesses.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Professional development and organizational accreditationCompleted a four-year professional development program through the Institute for Organization Management with 96 hours of advanced coursework in nonprofit and chamber management, achieved five-star Accreditation ranking from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and completed a self-review process involving submission of over 130 documents across nine operational categories.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.12M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$328K29%
Investment income$16K1%
Other revenue$776K
expenses
Total expenses$1.13M
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising9%
Salaries & benefits$933K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$700K
Cash$522K
Investments$0
Liabilities$84K
Net assets$616K
Liquid reserves5.6 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +17.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LINDA BARAN | PRESIDENT & | 35 | $185K |
board members · 24
- CAROL BULLOCK — DIRECTOR
- CAROL DECINA — CHAIR
- CHRISTOPHER M LEE — TREASURER
- DAN RYAN — DIRECTOR
- DANIEL PASSARELLO — DIRECTOR
- DAVID SORKIN — DIRECTOR
- DOREEN CUGNO — DIRECTOR
- ED WISEMAN — VICE CHAIR
- ERIC CAMPIONE — DIRECTOR
- FRANK SCARANGELLO JR — IMM PAST CHA
- FRANK WILKINSON — SECRETARY
- GARY PERONE — DIRECTOR
- JASMINE CARDONA — DIRECTOR
- JEANNE SARNO — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH PARADISE — DIRECTOR
- JOSHUA RIVERA — DIRECTOR
- KRISTINE GARLISI — DIRECTOR
- LAURA VOLSARIO — DIRECTOR
- MARIA CARROZZA — DIRECTOR
- MARK TRANCHINA — DIRECTOR
- MEAGAN SILLS — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL SANICOLA — DIRECTOR
- MIKE BLOOMFIELD — DIRECTOR
- ROOSEVELT BOARD — DIRECTOR
relationships · 86
Who they work with
- A Very Special Place, Inc. Partner — Partner sponsor of the 2025-2026 Consumer Guide.
- ACCE Network — Member of the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.
- Acrisure Partner — Partner sponsor of the 2025-2026 Consumer Guide.
- Amazon Partner — Michael Sanicola, affiliated with Amazon, serves on the Board of Directors of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce
- Amazon Partner — Presenting sponsor of the 2025-2026 Consumer Guide.
- Amazon Partner — Signature sponsor of the Stars and Stripes Gala.
- Angioli & Gentile, LLP Partner — Partner sponsor of the 2025-2026 Consumer Guide.
- Angiuli and Gentile Partner — Partner sponsor of the Stars and Stripes Gala.
- Atlantic Salt Partner — Presenting sponsor of the Stars and Stripes Gala.
- BENTSON & COMPANY INSURANCE Partner — Partner sponsor of the 2025-2026 Consumer Guide.
- Bernikow JCC Partner — Partner sponsor of the 2025-2026 Consumer Guide.
- Bernikow/Mid-Island Jewish Community Center Partner — Host venue for Business Guild 3 biweekly meetings.
- Cake Chef Companies Partner — Committee member organization for the Stars and Stripes Gala.
- Carl V. Bini Memorial Fund Partner — Served as a Partner Sponsor of the 2026 Police Officer of the Year Awards Luncheon.
- Chick-fil-A, Staten Island Mall Partner — Roosevelt Board, affiliated with Chick-fil-A, Staten Island Mall, serves as Secretary of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce
- College of Staten Island Partner — Jasmine Cardona, affiliated with the College of Staten Island - Economic Development, Continuing Studies, and Government Relations, serves on the Board of Directors of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc.
- College of Staten Island Partner — Partner sponsor of the 2025-2026 Consumer Guide.
- Colonial Funeral Home Partner — Served as a Partner Sponsor of the 2026 Police Officer of the Year Awards Luncheon.
- Con Edison Partner — Joshua Rivera, affiliated with Con Edison, serves on the Board of Directors of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce
- Con Edison Partner — Presenting sponsor of the Stars and Stripes Gala.
- Doordash Partner — Signature sponsor of the Stars and Stripes Gala.
- Eden II School for Autistic Children Partner — Committee member organization for the Stars and Stripes Gala.
- Empire State Bank Partner — Jeanne Sarno and Philip Guarnieri, affiliated with Empire State Bank, serve on the boards of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce and its Foundation
- Empire State Bank Partner — Signature sponsor and committee member organization for the Stars and Stripes Gala.
- Gerald Peters Inc. Partner — Served as a Signature Sponsor of the 2026 Police Officer of the Year Awards Luncheon.
- Gift of Experience, LLC Partner — Committee member organization for the Stars and Stripes Gala.
- Honda of Staten Island Partner — Served as a Signature Sponsor of the 2026 Police Officer of the Year Awards Luncheon.
- Institute for Organization Management Network — Participates in the Institute's professional development program for chamber and association executives.
- Italianissimo Ristorante Partner — Served as a Partner Sponsor of the 2026 Police Officer of the Year Awards Luncheon.
- John Calabrese Financial Partner — Partner sponsor and committee member organization for the Stars and Stripes Gala.
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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.
- Collective Action Through Chamber Infrastructuremethodology: collective_supportBy providing shared services and coordinated support that individual small businesses cannot achieve alone, the Chamber increases their collective capacity and resilience because pooled resources and unified advocacy amplify impact beyond what isolated actors can accomplish.
- Peer Networking as a Driver of Business Growthmethodology: peer-networkingBy facilitating structured peer networking, the Chamber enables lead generation, knowledge transfer, and relationship building among local business leaders because trust-based professional connections increase collaboration and economic opportunity.
- Pro-Growth Advocacy to Improve Economic Climatemethodology: pro-growth advocacyBy advocating for pro-growth policies at federal, state, and local levels, the organization seeks to strengthen free enterprise and improve the regional economic environment because favorable policy conditions enable business expansion and investment.