Chamber 101: Maximize Your Membership

Chamber 101 is designed for members looking to begin, continue, or further involvement with the Chamber. This event allows members to learn about Chamber programs, resources, and events and how to get involved to make the most of your membership. Hosted by Gina Cesar......More

Chamber 101 is designed for members looking to begin, continue, or further involvement with the Chamber. This event allows members to learn about Chamber programs, resources, and events and how to get involved to make the most of your membership. Hosted by Gina Cesari, Member Relations Coordinator, this program will walk you through everything there is to know about the Tompkins Chamber and the vibrant business community in Tompkins County. This session will be in person at the Tompkins Chamber offices.

Tompkins Chamber 124 Brindley Street Ithaca, NY 14850

Ribbon cutting for Levene Gouldin & Thompson, LLP Merger

Join us in celebrating the Greater Binghamton-based law firm of Levene Gouldin & Thompson, LLP (LGT) significant expansion of its practice, confirming a merger with the Ithaca-based law firm of Schlather, Stumbar, Parks & Salk, LLP (SSPS). The combination will officiall......More

Join us in celebrating the Greater Binghamton-based law firm of Levene Gouldin & Thompson, LLP (LGT) significant expansion of its practice, confirming a merger with the Ithaca-based law firm of Schlather, Stumbar, Parks & Salk, LLP (SSPS). The combination will officially take effect on January 1, 2026, and the firm will continue to operate under the name Levene Gouldin & Thompson, LLP. The strategic expansion will substantially increase LGT’s presence throughout Central New York, including the Southern Tier, by welcoming experienced attorneys and staff from SSPS who will provide a wide array of legal services from LGT’s Ithaca office located at 200 E. Buffalo Street.   

200 E. Buffalo Street

Small Business Roundtable at Northside Wine & Spirits

Small Business Roundtable Small Business Roundtable is for organization leaders and business owners/managers with 50 or fewer employees to come together and discuss challenges and share successes in their work. Bring your biggest challenge, opportunity, or need to y......More

Small Business Roundtable Small Business Roundtable is for organization leaders and business owners/managers with 50 or fewer employees to come together and discuss challenges and share successes in their work. Bring your biggest challenge, opportunity, or need to your peers for feedback, problem solving, accountability and more in a safe, supportive, confidential space.  Thank you to Northside Wine & Spirits for hosting us this quarter. In 1959, Stan Borow purchased the cramped, little, one-aisle Northside Liquor store in Ithaca, New York. Today, thanks in large part to Stan’s vision, creativity, and retail ingenuity, Northside is now home to 11,500 square feet of retail showroom, stocking over 6,000 brands and the world’s greatest selection of Finger Lakes wine. Their customer service is amazing, and their wine is superb. Open seven days a week and conveniently located in the Ithaca Shopping Plaza. Thank you to our Roundtable series sponsors: Borgwarner, M&T Bank, and Rasa Spa, and to our Small Business Roundtable sponsor: Sciarabba Walker & Co., LLP.

Northside Wine & Spirits 222 Elmira Rd. Ithaca, NY 14850 *This venue is ADA accessible

2026 Business After Hours Annual Pass

Chamber Members: save up to $60 on registration for the monthly Business After Hours events and support the Tompkins Chamber by paying in advance for all monthly BAH events, January through December 2026. Individual registration for each BAH is $10 in advance for Chambe......More

Chamber Members: save up to $60 on registration for the monthly Business After Hours events and support the Tompkins Chamber by paying in advance for all monthly BAH events, January through December 2026. Individual registration for each BAH is $10 in advance for Chamber members and $15 at the door.  $90 (Regularly $100-$150)  ***Change in 2026: This pass has become so popular, we are happily continuing the discount but will need passholders to register for each BAH event in 2026. This will allow us to give more accurate attendance numbers to our hosts and vendors to ensure capacity and limit food waste. You will receive a registration code that will waive individual event registration fees, and your special name badge will still be waiting for you at the door! Chamber Members only. This offer expires January 14, 2026. 2026 BAH Dates: January 14 February 11 March 11 April 8 May 13 June 10 July 8 August 12 October 14 December 9

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Business After Hours at YMCA w/ Sprague & Jackson

Join us at Business After Hours! We are excited to invite you to an evening of celebration and connection with our hosts: YMCA of Ithaca & Tompkins and Sprague & Jackson!  Since 1868, ......More

Join us at Business After Hours! We are excited to invite you to an evening of celebration and connection with our hosts: YMCA of Ithaca & Tompkins and Sprague & Jackson!  Since 1868, the Ithaca Y has been bringing fun, wellness, and opportunities for all to Tompkins County. The Y empowers everyone, no matter who they are or where they’re from, by ensuring access to resources, relationships and opportunities for all to be healthy, learn, connect and have fun. Sprague & Jackson provides quality, personalized tax services and planning guidance to individuals and businesses. Sprague & Jackson’s expertise ranges from tax preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll services to more in-depth tax & estate planning and representation on tax matters with the IRS & NYS. As always, this event offers our members a special opportunity to share ideas and build connections. Held at various locations in Tompkins County, this gathering is the perfect place to form long-lasting partnerships. There will be a lovely spread of treats and non-alcoholic refreshments by The Crossroads Bar & Grille! Bring your business cards for an opportunity to network - we will have raffle tickets for the door prizes!  Thank you to our Business After Hours sponsors: Cayuga Health, Hilton Garden Inn, Travis Hyde, Sciarabba Walker & Co. LLP, and One Step Coaching and Consulting.

YMCA of Ithaca & Tompkins 50 Graham Rd W Ithaca, NY 14850 *This venue is ADA accessible

Combined Committee Meeting

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Coffee Talk at the Chamber: Tourism, Hospitality, & Agriculture

Join the Chamber Team and peers in your industry for fresh coffee & conversation.  This month we invite professionals from the Tourism, Hospitality, & Agriculture industries to connect with friends & colleagues and expand your network in this casual environment. T......More

Join the Chamber Team and peers in your industry for fresh coffee & conversation.  This month we invite professionals from the Tourism, Hospitality, & Agriculture industries to connect with friends & colleagues and expand your network in this casual environment. Thank you to Just Be Cause Center for sponsoring the series, and Gimme Coffee for providing the coffee and pastries!

Tompkins Chamber 124 Brindley St Ithaca, NY 14850 *This venue is ADA accessible

Unity in Shades Roundtable

Join us for Unity in Shades Roundtable! Looking for a supportive space to share ideas, get advice, and connect with mentors? The Unity in Shades Roundtable is the perfect platform for Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and Asian professionals to cultivate relationships, exp......More

Join us for Unity in Shades Roundtable! Looking for a supportive space to share ideas, get advice, and connect with mentors? The Unity in Shades Roundtable is the perfect platform for Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and Asian professionals to cultivate relationships, explore topics relevant to their professional journeys, and advocate for representation in Tompkins County. During this session we will be networking focused, discussing successes and challenges in 2025, and goal setting for 2026. Thank you to the Community Foundation of Tompkins County for supporting our Unity in Shades Roundtable; and to our Series Sponsors; BorgWarner, M&T Bank, and Rasa Spa.

Envious Vegan Handbags 123 Cayuga St Ithaca NY 14850

Board of Directors Meeting

In person at 124 Brindley Street preferred Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88587900061 Meeting ID: 885 8790 0061 Passcode: 819921 One tap mobile +16469313860,,88587900061#,,,,*819921# US (New York) +16465588656,,8858790061#,,,,*819921# US

Community Conversations: Groton

Join your neighbors in Groton for hyper-local networking, conversation, and advocacy at the Groton Public Library. Community Conversations serve as a forum for the Tompkins Chamber......More

Join your neighbors in Groton for hyper-local networking, conversation, and advocacy at the Groton Public Library. Community Conversations serve as a forum for the Tompkins Chamber and Visit Ithaca to engage leaders of businesses and organizations in different localities within Tompkins County and allow us to better understand and support the unique needs of each community. All business owners, non-profit leaders, and government officials are invited to attend. Participate in a facilitated discussion about the strengths and challenges of businesses and organizations in the Groton community.  Network with other business, nonprofit, and community leaders. Explore highlights of the Tompkins Chamber & Visit Ithaca's programs of work and relevant opportunities for your community. Registration is requested but the event is free and open to all; you do not need to be a Chamber member to participate.  Please note, the chosen time was based on previous feedback from member business owners and attendees. We understand that this time may not work for everyone. If you are unable to attend this event, we welcome you to share your thoughts in this very brief questionnaire: https://forms.office.com/r/zxAt7Q8JPV Community Conversations is presented by: Visions Federal Credit Union with support from Centralus (Cayuga) Health. 

Groton Public Library 112 E Cortland St Groton, NY 13073 *This venue is ADA accessible