named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Business Advocacy Committee
Monitors local, state, and federal issues affecting businesses, develops legislative priorities, and represents member interests to officials.
Membership Program Committee
Manages member engagement through ribbon cuttings, Business After Hours, Chamber Chat, and the Annual Meeting to support retention and growth.
Ribbon Cuttings
Hosts free ribbon-cutting ceremonies for member businesses to celebrate openings, expansions, and milestones with media and community outreach.
Signature Events Committee
Plans and executes annual community events including the Whipple City Festival, Halloween Parade, and Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Business Community Advocacy 2 activities
- Advocating for business interests at multiple government levelsRepresents member interests through advocacy at local, state, and federal levels, including developing a legislative agenda and advising the Board of Directors on policy positions to improve the business climate in the greater Greenwich area.
- Promoting local economic vitality and business climateWorks to enhance member success, advance the local economy, and improve quality of life in Washington County by promoting business and industry and advocating for business interests in the community.
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Conducting annual organizational meetings and governanceHosts an annual meeting that includes recognition of members, presentation of awards and anniversary certificates, and approval of the Board of Directors.
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Professional Association Capacity Building 1 activity
- Facilitating business networking and connectionsConnects member organizations with local businesses and employees in the greater Greenwich area to support business growth and collaboration.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organizing community and member engagement eventsPlans and hosts a range of annual community events such as the Whipple City Festival, Halloween Parade, Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade, Washington County Fair, Cheese Tour, and Tour of the Battenkill to support local economic and social well-being. Also organizes member-focused events including ribbon cuttings, Business After Hours, Chamber Chat, and the Annual Meeting to strengthen business relations and retention.
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Historic Site Public Programming 1 activity
- Providing historical and cultural tourism resourcesOffers access to a self-guided historical tour highlighting Underground Railroad sites and historic architecture in Greenwich to promote local heritage and community engagement.
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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Support 1 activity
- Providing ribbon cutting services for member businessesOffers free ribbon cutting events for member businesses, including provision of ribbon, large scissors, photography, and promotional announcements via the Chamber’s email newsletter, social media, and website.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Publishing community lifestyle and promotional contentLaunched and produces Batten Hudson Living, a lifestyle magazine for locals and visitors to Washington County, as part of member benefits and community promotion.
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Real Estate Professional Association 1 activity
- Supporting business development and real estate connectionsAssists businesses in finding office or retail space, accepts submissions to list commercial properties for lease, and refers individuals to real estate members for properties available for purchase.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$83K
Contributions & grants$31K38%
Program service revenue$22K27%
Investment income$20%
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$85K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$16K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$38K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$33K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -0.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 5
- Jenness Bivona-Laval — Director
- Leah Silva — Director
- Marc Samu — Director
- Michelle DeGarmo — Director
- Sarah Moses — Director
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- Board of Directors Partner — Receives policy recommendations and issue positions from the Business Advocacy Committee.
- Business Advocacy Committee Partner — Committee of business leaders and policymakers that develops the Chamber's agenda and policies
- Christ the King Spiritual Center Partner — Venue host for the Annual Meeting.
- Jamie Lewis Realty Partner — Partner organization listed as contact for a commercial property listing
- Village of Greenwich Partner — Partners on visitor resources including historical tours and community events.
- Washington County Tourism Partner — Collaborates to promote regional tourism and provide visitor information.
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.
- Member-Driven Advocacy and Policy Influencemethodology: business-community-feedback-driven-advocacyBy integrating member feedback through surveys and committee input, and aligning with board governance, the Chamber shapes public policy positions and legislative priorities that reflect local business interests, because representative input strengthens advocacy legitimacy and effectiveness.
- Member-Led Governance and Leadership Engagementmethodology: member_led_governanceBy placing member businesses in committee leadership roles, the Chamber increases membership value and advances organizational goals, because peer-led governance fosters ownership, trust, and sustained engagement within the business network.
- Networked Member Support for Economic Developmentmethodology: member-centered_supportBy providing resources, advocacy, professional development, and networking opportunities, the Chamber strengthens member capacity and drives regional economic growth, because engaged and connected businesses are more resilient and influential in shaping local economic conditions.