• Corning Area Chamber of Commerce Blog

    The Chamber Blog features member profiles, updates from the President, event recaps, and feature articles from the Chamber team. Subscribe today or check back often - there's always something new happening at the Corning Area Chamber of Commerce.
    Tuesday, August 13, 2019
    Staff Leasing Guest Post: Common New Hire Mistakes

    You have a new hire and you’re excited to see what fresh talent can bring to your team. Their success, however, depends on your ability to avoid new hire mistakes and get them off to a great start.

    Staff Leasing

    Friday, August 9, 2019
    5 Things: All Saints Academy and Corning Community YMCA

    The theme for this week's Five Things is family. To create a robust workforce and bustling business, a strong focus on enriching and enhancing family life is important. All Saints Academy focuses on top-quality education to give our community's children the best possible start, and the Corning Community YMCA focuses on fitness, play and quality time to be spent in a safe, enriching environment. Here are a total of ten things you don't know about these two fantastic family-oriented organizations.

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    Tuesday, August 6, 2019
    Meet the Member: Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes

    Join The Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes as they take you on a musical journey in the latest Meet the Member video.

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    Monday, August 5, 2019
    Golf Tournament 2019 Recap

    The Annual Golf Tournament, presented by Express Employment Professionals, was held on Monday, July 15th at the Corning Country Club. Thanks to all our sponsors – and perfect weather – our players enjoyed a great day on the course!

    Janet Morgan

    Friday, July 26, 2019
    5 Things: Rockwell Museum and the Seneca Lake Wine Trail

    The theme this week is "Recreation." Summer is here, and with so many wonderful things to do in the Finger Lakes region, there's no need to be bored! If you are looking for some fun, here are Five Things you need to know about the Rockwell Museum and the Seneca Lake Wine Trail.

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    Monday, July 22, 2019
    Meet the Member: Palomino Acres Equine Services

    Tammy Marsh, founder of Palomino Acres Equine Services, talks about how horses can have a positive effect on the human psyche.

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    Wednesday, July 17, 2019
    5 Things: ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes and Civic Music Association

    The theme for this week's "Five Things" is the Arts, which beautify and enhance our community. Please take a moment to learn Five Things you didn't know about the Corning Painted Post Civic Music Association and The Arts Council of the Southern Finger Lakes.

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    Wednesday, July 10, 2019
    Michael Reese Guest Post: Staffing Company Value

    Studies show the actual cost to replace an employee is significant. Depending on a variety of factors—including skill level, education, and experience—the total cost of turnover can be as high as 150% of an employee’s annual salary. And in our current labor-short job market, skilled job seekers have more options than ever, so retaining top talent has become a vital component to maintain a productive, successful business.

    Michael Reese, Express Employment Professionals

    Tuesday, July 2, 2019
    5 Things: Sorges & Old World Cafe

    If you haven’t visited Market Street in a while, it’s worth it just to check out some of our Member restaurants. Here are five things you don’t know about Sorge’s Restaurant and Old World Café and Ice Cream.

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    Wednesday, June 26, 2019
    Meet the Member: Steuben Senior Services Fund

    Please join us in welcoming Steuben Senior Services Fund as a new Chamber Member! The SSSF focuses on taking care of our aging population.

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