Bottom Line - April 2017

DUTCHESS COUNTY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

12th Annual

SHAKER AWARDS

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Molinaro, Headliner Awards featured at April Contact Breakfast

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utchess County Executive Marcus Molinaro will discuss the state of the county and business-related issues as the keynote speaker of the April Contact Breakfast on Wednesday, April 19 from 7:30-9 a.m. at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel and Conference Center. KeyBank proudly sponsors this breakfast.

Molinaro is currently serving his second term as Dutchess County’s seventh County Executive.

Originally elected in November 2011, he took office as the youngest County Executive in Dutchess County history. He has previously served in the New York State Assembly and Dutchess County Legislature after beginning his political career as Mayor of Tivoli at the age of 18, making him the youngest mayor in the nation at the time.

Through smart solutions and superior service, KeyBank partners with clients to achieve their financial goals – all while showing

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a strong commitment to the communities they serve, supporting economic development, volunteerism, financial education, and green initiatives whenever pos-

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In addition to the typical breakfast festivities, the Chamber will present the 2017 Headliner

Awards, an annual honor recognizing some of the best businesses in Dutchess County and beyond.

Hudson Valley Fresh Dairy LLC sponsors this presentation.

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utchess County has a wide diversity of business, and the camaraderie our membership promotes is unparalleled. We have a community of small and large business owners who support each other and know there is more to business than just the bottom line.

Members should soon be receiving a printed Chamber Business Directory in the mail.

This is a multi-faceted tool, which I encourage all members to utilize. All Chamber members in good standing should see their company name, address, phone number and website included in this easy-reference format that allows potential customers and clients to find you based on your industry.

Spring is here, so if you’re looking for a lawn maintenance company, head to the Landscaping Services section. Mother’s Day is right around the corner, so make a reservation at one of

Message from the Chair:

Rita McPeck

the establishments under the Restaurants category. Or, explore local treasures listed in the Tourist Attractions category. There is a category in the directory for just about anything you’re looking for.

A few new features to take note of are the highlighted President’s Circle and the Chamber’s Corporate Sponsors, which have all been emphasized as another way to thank them for their continued support. ‘Member since’ dates have also been added to each listing. We are proud of how steadfast our membership is and we want the public to see this tangible evidence.

My company, KeyBank, is

listed under the Banks & Banking Associations, for example, and is highlighted as a corporate sponsor. KeyBank is proud to continue its partnership with the Chamber – we understand the importance of business associations in maintaining a thriving local economy.

The Chamber encourages us all to Think Local First, which includes sharing the directory with your customers or using it yourself. In short, this is a tool to help promote your business, but also helps promote the great region in which we live.

The Directory is additionally available at Dutchess Tourism Information Centers to help promote our members. For our nonmember readers, consider joining the Chamber to be included in the next edition.

Rita McPeck is the SBA Business Sales Officer for KeyBank.

Reach her at (845) 483-3031 or rita_mcpeck@keybank.com

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Don’t miss Hudson Valley KidVenture

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s spring finally arrives and with it the desire to get rid of cabin fever, everyone should mark their calendars for Saturday and Sunday, May 20th and 21st for the inaugural Hudson Valley KidVenture, hosted by The Chamber Foundation, Inc. This expo-style event will highlight businesses and nonprofits while offering children of all ages interactive and educational activities. Exhibitor space is still

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available for Chamber members and nonmembers to take advantage of this excellent opportunity to reach a large, regional audience all while helping to provide a weekend of adventure, discovery, and learning.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for local businesses to get in front of our community,” said Nicholas

Shannon, executive director of The Chamber Foundation, Inc. “Both Dutchess County Regional Chamber members and nonmembers are encouraged to get involved in what is sure to be a signature event in the Hudson Valley.”

KidVenture will take over Market Street, The Changepoint Theatre, and the Mid-Hudson Civic Center in the City of Poughkeepsie and tickets and registration forms are available at hvkidventure.org.

The weekend will feature exhibitors’ activities, food trucks, Touch-aTruck, live music, performances, demonstrations, and so much more. All proceeds will benefit The Chamber Foundation.

“We are very excited about everything we are planning,” Shannon said.

“KidVenture is going to be an incredible event that will include a full weekend of interactive activities, performances, demonstrations and hands-on learning and experiences for kids of all ages.”

Contact Monica Relyea of Monica Relyea Events, event coordinator of KidVenture for The Chamber Foundation, to register as an exhibitor or with questions.

Email her at hvkidventure@ chamberfdn.org.

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n behalf of myself and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce’s staff and board of directors, congratulations to the 2017 Forty Under 40 honorees. Since the award’s inception more than a decade ago, the Forty Under 40 has recognized the top young movers and shakers in our region, both to encourage them as leaders in the Hudson Valley and as a way to introduce them to an audience they may not otherwise be exposed to, and vice versa.

It’s gratifying to have such a diverse group of honorees – everyone from health care professionals and entrepreneurs to teachers and nonprofit leaders. It just goes to show that no matter the talent or career path, everyone can make a difference in his or her community.

This year was especially challenging to choose only 40 honorees. We received a record number of stellar nominations and our selection committee, comprised of past honorees, was faced with the daunting task of reading and scoring each one. I would like to thank the selection committee, especially co-chairs Amy Dittmar of Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation and Emily Saland of Marist College, for their dedication and commit-

ment to this awards program.

I hope you’ll join us in recognizing the 40 laudable individuals who will receive Shaker Awards this year at the celebration scheduled for Tuesday, April 25th. A cocktail reception will be held at The Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel & Conference Center followed by the awards ceremony at ChangePoint Theater across the street.

Tickets and complete event information is available on our website at dcrcoc. org/40under40.

Between these honorees and individuals such as our Hudson Valley Young Professionals and Leadership Dutchess graduates, I see a bright future ahead and hope each and every one of them passes on their work ethic, sense of community, and dedication through mentorship and inspiration to generations to come.

Congratulations again to all of the honorees. Keep up the good work! You are all helping to build a better future for our community!

Sincerely,

Frank M. Castella, Jr. President & CEO

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ecoming a member of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce is just the beginning. Once you’re a part of the organization, a whole world of business education, political advocacy opportunities, networking and marketing services are at your fingertips.

Whether a brand new member or just getting back into the swing of things, the best place to start is by attending the new Master Your Membership event on Wednesday, April 5 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Chamber’s boardroom in Poughkeepsie. Lunch will be provided at this complimentary event thanks to our generous sponsor

FastSigns of the Hudson Valley.

Attendees will meet the Chamber staff and learn how the departments of membership, events, communications, The Chamber Master Your Membership Lunch sponsored by

Foundation, and Workforce Development Center operate for the benefit of members. Information about all the services included with

your membership dues will be provided and this is a great opportunity to ask questions.

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To RSVP, visit dcrcoc.org or call (845) 454-1700, ext. 1000.

Please, only one representative per company.

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he Chamber’s Women’s Leadership Alliance will host a followup to their 2016 Concrete Ceiling event on Thursday May 4 from 5:30-7:30 at the Boardroom Road Branch of the Poughkeepsie Public Library District.

This year, the WLA panel will focus on specific strategies women of color and their allies can draw upon to deal with the Concrete Ceiling as employees. This will include strategies for personally managing racism and micro-aggressions in the workplace and ways to work with employers to address the issue of the Concrete Ceiling within the organization as

a whole.

This event is free and open to the public. Visit dcrcoc.org or call

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he Hudson Valley Young Professionals have a few opportunities for existing and potential members to meet and network this month.

On Monday, April 3, the Advisory Council will host a Meet and Greet, an informal gathering to learn about the mission and strategy of the Young Professionals, a committee of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce.

The complimentary event will be from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Chamber’s boardroom in Poughkeepsie.

New and prospective members

will learn about the group’s committees, events and how to get involved to make the Hudson Valley a great place to live, give, work, play, and stay.

Then, on Tuesday, April 11, the committee heads to The Would Restaurant (120 North Road, Highland) for its next OverTime networking event from 5-7 p.m.

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the-art equipment, we are uniquely positioned to deliver the best women’s imaging services in the Hudson Valley.�

Board certified in diagnostic radiology, Dr. Raccuia has spent his entire career in the New YorkNew Jersey area, serving as a radiologist for Williamsburg Medical Imaging and the Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, Shore Imaging in Lakewood, New Jersey, Distinguished Diagnostic Imaging in the Bronx, New York, among others.

Dr. Raccuia earned his baccalaureate from G. Pascoli College in Bologna, Italy and his medical degree from La Sapienza, the University of Rome. From 2013-2015, he served as a clinical assistant professor of radiology at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center.

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MEMBERS 9<N=JLAKAF?$ E9JC=LAF? ;GEEMFA;9LAGFK Gilday Creative, Inc 42 North Chestnut, Suite 101 New Paltz, New York 12561 (845) 481-0624 Email: sheila@gildaycreative.com Web: gildaycreative.com Contact: Sheila Gilday A digitally forward website & graphic design agency that crafts strategies and design experiences to make things better.

Katy Dwyer Design, Inc. (845) 244-0337 Fax: (845) 244-0337 Email: katy@katydwyerdesign.com Web: katydwyerdesign.com Contact: Katy Dwyer External in-house marketing department. Specializing in brand strategy, graphic design, and digital creative. In need of a branding specialist or a new website? We will give your brand new life.

9JL ?9DD=JA=K The Gallery at Rhinebeck 47 East Market St. Rhinebeck, NY 12572 (845) 876-1655 Email: pda@galleryrhinebeck.org Web: galleryrhinebeck.org Contact: Pat D’Antonio

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Contact: Stacey Liguori Collision repair, auto body repair, & towing.

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North Side Auto Body, Inc.

All Too Real

119 Parker Avenue Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (845) 452-5358 Fax: (845) 452-4354 Web: northsideautobody.com Contact: Jack Bonventre Autobody & Painting.

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We take pride in delivering a quality service to customers while establishing relationships.

;G>>== K@GHK The Ugly Mug 39 Market St. Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (845) 345-9008 Contact: Ori Brachfeld Full-service coffee shop, espresso bar, baked goods, and a Grab & Go menu

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75-B Mountain Avenue Middletown, NY 10940 (845) 551-7809 Email: michaelmayhem11@ gmail.com Contact: Michael Fasano Music from all genres, from rock, folk, and country. Capable of satisfying cocktail hour crowds, as well as late night entertainment.

30 Matthews Street, Suite 301 Goshen, NY 10924 845-294-1313 Email: david@questfinancial services.com Contact: David Hasbrouck Independent financial advisory service for both personal and businesses as well as providing life, health and long term care insurance.

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98 Macghee Road Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (845) 475-4689 Email: pjred@earthlink.net Web: crazyfeet.org Contact: Peter Redmond Plays easy-on-your-ears jazz and swing. We are never so loud you can’t have a conversation, we make you want to listen!

Traveling Vineyard 3 Neptune Rd. Suite S-710 Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (845) 430-1484 Email: maddieb1127@gmail.com Web: travelingvineyard.com/ guide/396053 Contact: Kennisha Wood Offering free in-home wine tastings with 5 bottles of our exclusive wines from Traveling Vineyard. All you need to do is invite 10-20 of your wine-buying friends and/or family and we do the rest!

Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (845) 849-8700 Fax: (845) 868-3165 Email: chaplainerinclancy@ gmail.com Web: facebook.com/ chaplainerinclancy Contact: Erin Clancy Serving Dutchess County as a Chaplain, Ceremony Officiant, and CPR class instructor.

47 East Market St., Suite 4 Rhinebeck, NY 12572 (845) 876-5683 Email: info@rubystarhealing arts.com Web: rubystarhealingarts.com Contact: Sarah Hrichi An innovative, empowering space. Experience healing and wellness, mind and body beautifying, exquisite psychic readings, sacred soirees, massage, yoga and more.

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Valley Interventional Fortunoff Backyard Store Medical Associates 1890 South Rd. Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (845) 218-4290 Fax: (845) 218-4291 Email: jlubbers@fortunoffbys.com Web: fortunoffbys.com Contact: John Lubbers Outdoor furniture and holiday decor. 22 other NY Metro locations, three more in Florida.

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Rubystar Healing Arts

2600 South Rd. Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (845) 507-2738 Email: meifoundy@gmail.com Contact: Mei Shao Pain and stress relief, accupressure massage, wrinkle remover, amethyst biomat retailer.

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60 Merritt Blvd, Suite 107 Fishkill, NY 12524 (845) 896-1900 Fax: (845) 896-1990 Email: office@ valleyinterventional.com Web: valleyinterventional.com Contact: Kaitlyn Melo Outpatient healthcare center.

Our goal is to provide an atmosphere conducive to the continual improvement of health care for our patients’ vascular access and peripheral arterial needs.

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Ray Corey, Licensed Insurance Agent 43 Mill Road Hyde Park, NY 12538 (845) 464-0270 Email: ray.corey.96@gmail.com Contact: Ray Corey Insurance and financial services.

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PRINTING SERVICES

SPECIALIZED CONTRACTORS

3 Spackenkill Road Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (845) 462-4500 Fax: (845) 462-4100 Email: diane.v.disomma. dymo@statefarm.com Contact: Diane DiSomma Our goal here at the Diane DiSomma State Farm Agency is to make you a part of our Family.

We want to ensure you and your family are protected from the expected and the unexpected.

You are family.

NetPub/MCA Inc.

D & D Doors, Inc.

675 Dutchess Tpke.

Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (845) 463-1100 Fax: (845) 463-0018 Email: cpujols@netpub.net Web: netpub.net Contact: Carmen Pujols Independently owned small business specializing in book printing, business material printing (manuals, flyers, reports). Publisher of books and Educational materials.

33 Bill Horton Way Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 (845) 298-9560 Fax: (845) 298-9563 Email: don@dandddors.com Web: dandddoors.com Contact: Donald Wilson Sales and service of garage doors and openers.

MUSIC FOR BUSINESS

RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT/ SUPPLIES/ MAINTENANCE

State Farm Insurance Diane DiSomma Agency

SPECIALIZED CONTRACTORS MGI Elevator

73 Fulton Avenue Beacon, New York 12508 (845) 831-0695 Email: info@josephbertolozzi.com Web: josephbertolozzi.com/ tower-music/ Contact: Joseph Bertolozzi We run the general operation of the ‘Bridge Music’ installation on the Mid Hudson Bridge and its sister project ‘Tower Music’ on the Eiffel Tower in Paris. We also create music for special projects.

815 Route 82, #95 Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 (888) 777-1079 Fax: (845) 363-4456 Email: info@mikerigroup.com Restaurant Depot Web: mikerigroup.com 1281 Route 300 Contact: Nayad Castaldo Newburgh, NY 12550 Elevator, escalator, walkways, (845) 567-1070 chair lift, dumbwaiter, Fax: (845) 567-1075 Email: manager.819@jetrord.com service maintenance, repair, Contact: Alyssa Ferrante-Koster modernization, inspection shop. International Union of A one-stop wholesaler for savings, selection & service. The Elevator Contractors (IUEC). highest quality fresh, frozen & dry foods, beverages, paper goods & cleaning supplies and equipment.

OPTOMETRISTS

RESTAURANTS

Dutchess Optometry

POPEYES

Bridge Music Inc.

7 Fulton Court Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (845) 471-3650 Fax: (845) 471-1024 Email: dutchessrh@yahoo.com Web: dutchessoptometry.org Contact: Kim Knapp Full dispensary, Optometrist

PHOTOGRAPHERS & PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIOS NorthSky Imagery LLC 67B East Main Street Beacon, New York 12508 (845) 518-1525 Email: kyle@northskyimagery.com Web: northskyimagery.com Contact: Kyle Kirchhoff Provides aerial photography and virtual tour services.

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(Poughkeepsie Chicken, LLC) 535 West Haight Ave. Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (845) 849-0112 Email: poughkeepsiepopeyes@ gmail.com Contact: Moulaye Konandji

Fleet Feet Poughkeepsie 1895 South Road Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 6464180991 Email: kim@fleetfeet poughkeepsie.com Web: fleetfeetpoughkeepsie.com/ Contact: Kim Caruso Fleet Feet Poughkeepsie is opening in May 2017! We are Dutchess County’s locally owned & operated specialty running store. Customer service is our No. 1 priority!

Monday, April 17

Hamilton Laundry

UPCOMING

RIBBON CUTTINGS Monday, April 3

Residence Inn/ Springhill Suites

By Marriott 4 p.m.

500 Westage Business Center Drive Fishkill Join us to celebrate the grand opening of Residence Inn/ Springhill Suites By Marriott in Fishkill.

Wednesday, April 5

Mid-Hudson Dental Implants 4 p.m.

11 Raymond Avenue, Suite 31 Poughkeepsie Please join us for the Ribbon Cutting at Mid-Hudson Dental Implants.

dcrcoc.org/ radio-shows

for links to the Chamber radio shows each week!

For information contact Jeanine at (845) 454-1700 ext. 1000 or jmosher@dcrcoc.org

Join the Chamber as we celebrate the Grand Opening.

Tuesday, April 18

Royalty Carpet 4 p.m.

794 Route 52, Fishkill

Join us to celebrate the Grand Opening of a new location.

Thursday, April 20

Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson 12 p.m.

Poughkeepsie Plaza Mall

Please join us to celebrate the opening of our new retail location: The Cookie Cupboard

Friday, April 21

Service Master 4 p.m.

259 North Grand Ave. Poughkeepsie

Join us to celebrate the opening of the new location.

Hayes 4 Fitness

TEG Federal Credit Union

4 p.m.

2001 South Road, Unit C 200 Poughkeepsie

4 p.m.

196 Old Route 9 Fishkill

Join us to celebrate the Grand Opening.

Join us to celebrate the Grand Opening of our new Solutions Center.

Tuesday, April 11 Check out

4 p.m.

12 South Hamilton Street Poughkeepsie

Wednesday, April 26

Monday Apr 10

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Island Flavah Restaurant 4 p.m.

442 Main Street Poughkeepsie Join us for the Grand Opening.

Thursday, May 11

FASTSIGNS

4 p.m.

1830 South Road Wappingers Falls Please join us for our Ribbon Cutting and Open House.

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

APPLY TODAY! ChamberFDN.org

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HVYP: Advisory Meet & Greet

UPCOMING

EVENTS Thursday, March 30

Celebrity Servers Dinner 5:30 - 9 p.m.

Cosimo’s Brick Oven 120 Delafield Street Poughkeepsie

Step up and trade that suit and tie in for an apron and help raise funds for a worthy cause! Or come out and enjoy a delectable threecourse meal paired with wine served to you by a local celebrity in the business community. Proceeds benefit the Cosimo DiBrizzi Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship, established by the family of Cosimo DiBrizzi, the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce and The Chamber Foundation, was created to honor the memory of this well respected restaurateur and friend to many in the Hudson Valley.

The Cosimo DiBrizzi Scholarship is available to any resident of the Hudson Valley who is pursuing a career in the Culinary Arts at the Culinary Institute of America.

Sponsored by: Mobile Life Support Services and Tompkins Mahopac Bank

5:30 - 7 p.m.

Chamber Conference Room 1 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 400 Poughkeepsie

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Wednesday, April 5

Master Your Membership Lunch

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Chamber Conference Room Hudson Valley Young Professionals Advisory Meet and Greet, an informal 1 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 400 Poughkeepsie meeting and discussion with the Advisory Council to learn about the mission and strategy of the Hudson Valley Young Professionals, a committee of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce.

New and prospective members will learn about our committees, events and how to get involved to make the Hudson Valley a great place to live, give, work, play and stay.

Tuesday, April 4

Run Local Training Program - First Session 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Dutchess Rail Trail 301 Manchester Road Poughkeepsie

The Run Local Training Program is a 10-week program that will meet on the Dutchess Rail Trail on Tuesdays starting April 4 and finishing in time for the Walkway 5K on June 11. All abilities welcome. We will provide advice and review running tips.

Questions? Call (845) 454-1700 ext.

1007 All sessions are rain or shine.

Gold Sponsor: Moriarty Physical Therapy; Program Sponsors: Fortress Financial Advisory and

Whether a brand new member, a new employee of a member, or a member just getting back into the swing of things, the best place to start is by attending the new Master Your Membership Lunch. Attendees will meet the Chamber staff and learn how the departments of membership, events, communications, The Chamber Foundation, and Workforce Development Center operate for the benefit of members.

Information about all the services included with your membership dues will be provided and this is a great opportunity to ask questions.

Please, only one representative per company. Call (845) 454-1700, ext.1000 or email: jmosher@dcrcoc. org Sponsored by: Fastsigns of the Hudson Valley

Tuesday, April 11

HVYP: OverTime Networking 5 - 7 p.m.

The Would Restaurant 120 North Road, Highland Join the Hudson Valley Young

IWD celebrates ‘Make it Happen’

The Women’s Leadership Alliance at the Chamber would like to thank everyone who came out in support of International Women’s Day 2017! Dutchess Community College did an amazing job hosting and providing entertainment and support. Thank you to the sponsors MidHudson Regional Hospital, IBM, The Arc of Dutchess, Dutchess Community College, European Wax Center, KeyBank, Omega Women’s Leadership Center, Poughkeepsie Galleria, and Royal Carting Service Company.

Professionals for an OverTime networking event. Complimentary appetizers and a cash bar will be available.

Sponsored by: Hudson Valley Renegades

Wednesday, April 19

Contact Breakfast 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel 40 Civic Center Plaza Poughkeepsie Monthly contact breakfast featuring the presentation of The 2017 Headliner Awards. Dutchess County Executive Marcus Molinaro will present a keynote address.

Breakfast sponsored by: KeyBank Headliner Awards Sponsor: Hudson Valley Fresh

Tuesday, April 25

Forty Under 40 Shaker Awards 5- 8:30 p.m.

Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel ChangePoint Theater Poughkeepsie The Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce recognizes a talented and diverse group of young professionals in the Hudson Valley as the top Forty Under 40. Bestowed annually to 40 people under the age of 40 who have shown a strong commitment to the Hudson Valley, the Shaker Awards honor the next generation of leaders in our region.

For complete event information visit: www.dcrcoc.org/40under40 Sponsored by: CareMount Medical, Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp.

D’Arcangelo & Co., Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, Hudson Valley Renegades, Judelson, Giordano and Siegel, CPA, Mackey Butts & Wise, LLP, Marshall & Sterling Insurance, Mobile Life Support Services, N & S Supply of Fishkill, Inc., Orange Bank & Trust Company, RBT CPAs, LLP, Rhinebeck Bank, Rose & Kiernan, Inc., S&O Construction Services, Inc. - Celebrating 30 Years, TD Bank Tompkins Mahopac Bank; VIP Reception sponsors: PVE, LLC and Riverside Bank a Division of Salisbury Bank and Trust Company; Profile sponsor: M & T Bank, Hudson Valley Division; Media sponsor: HVNN.com

Thursday, April 27

Business After Hours 5 - 7 p.m.

Mill Creek (Formerly Arbor Ridge at Brookmeade) 11 Mountain Laurel Lane Rhinebeck Monthly networking event.

Sponsored by: EmbroidMe

Saturday, April 29

HVYP Community Outreach - Day of Action 1 - 4 p.m.

Peach Hill Park 34 Edgewood Drive Poughkeepsie Join us for the Hudson Valley Young Professional’s day of community outreach to spruce up the Hudson Valley. Rain or shine. Materials will be provided. Volunteers are needed for park and brush clean up, planting trees and raking. Questions can be directed to Melissa Clark, mclark@ uwdor.org.

Saturday, May 6

Leadership Dutchess The Speakeasy 6 - 9 p.m.

Dutch’s Spirits at Harvest Homestead Farm 98 Ryan Road, Pine Plains The Leadership Dutchess Class of 2017 will be transforming Dutch’s Spirits into a speakeasy for the night!

Once an underground operation during the Prohibition era, Dutch’s Spirits distillery is the perfect venue for an evening of fedoras, flapper dresses, and 1920s garb, cocktails, and fun. Tickets are $60 per person.

The Leadership Dutchess Speakeasy fundraiser is more than a celebration of a unique era in American History, it is a celebration of the Hudson Valley’s rich historical connection to that era and the pivotal role of leadership past and present. The Speakeasy fundraiser benefits the Leadership Dutchess and Youth Leadership Programs of The Chamber Foundation, Inc. Details at ChamberFDN.org

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER

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Experience, skills lead to careers Participants grow thanks to community support

By Jessica Vitolano, Director of the Youth One Stop

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areer Pathways are a network of structured and connected education programs and support services that enable participants, often while they are working, to grow towards a specific career and higher levels of education and training.

The Youth One Stop encourages the career pathways model with its participants. Each step on a career pathway is designed to strategically prepare youth to progress to the next level of employment and create channels of growth for those unemployed or underemployed. This model thus

helps produce a steady supply of skilled workers for local employers.

Recently, a group of Youth One Stop participants were interested in becoming Pharmacy Technicians and attended a series of shadow days at a local Walgreen’s Pharmacy, where they spent the day learning the routines of a pharmacy.

Following their shadow day, the youths had the opportunity to enroll in Dutchess Community College’s Pharmacy Technician class. This eight-week course covers topics such as pharmacy-specific medical terminology, reading and interpreting prescriptions, and de-

fining drugs by generic and brand names.

During the class the youth also can participate in a work experience opportunity in a pharmacy. By gaining practical experience, the students are more likely to be employed following graduation from the course.

This is just one of many such opportunities the Youth One Stop programs helps participants take advantage of. If your business is interested in hosting a youth for a job shadow or work experience day, please call (845) 454-1700, ext. 1053.

Youth One Stop is made possible thanks to a partnership with the Dutchess County Workforce Investment Board and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Are you hiring for entry-level job positions?

If so, please contact Elizabeth Kwant, Director of Workforce Connections (845) 454-1700 ext. 1013 elizabeth@dcrcoc.org

By Elizabeth Kwant, Director of Workforce Connections

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rying to find employment to sustain the needs of a family while lacking in experience, training, or other essential skills can feel impossible. The families of the Workforce Connections program know this feeling all too well.

Participants enter the program often under stressful circumstances, in need of a job, and sometimes without hope.

Program mentors work one-on-one with them to resolve the barriers that have prevented each participant from becoming employed. While many of these barriers feature recurring themes, the mentors treat each situation as unique, helping individuals overcome and progress.

The next step is to work on improving skills with trainings, workshops, and real-life experience.

When businesses hire one of our

Workforce Development Center

Youth Spotlight

By Merredith Madden Career Action Center Mentor

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akial Smith, currently a junior, is a student in the Career Explorations class offered at Poughkeepsie High School. During this course, offered through the Career Action Center, Smith has been exposed to interest and strength assessments, potential occupations, and paths to possible careers. He is also in the process of creating a résumé.

For his 25-hour internship Smith knew he would enjoy some type of “hands-on” work.

He was placed at Bolt Mechanics where owner, Adam Albertelli, is a Poughkeepsie High School graduate.

“I think the experience has been positive for us and Makial,” Albertelli said. “He’s been a hard worker and eager to learn more about cars.

Even though Makial is interested in HVAC and electrical work, I think he’s much more aware of the [possibility] for him to have a career in the trades.”

Smith has since determined

participants for an entry-level position, they are gaining an employee with extensive soft-skill knowledge and with a support system available to help them succeed.

The Workforce Connections program would like to extend thanks and appreciation to all of the businesses that help and have helped participants in the past. Whether through employment, job shadows, or onthe-job trainings, each opportunity is another step towards lasting success.

If your business would like more information on how to hire Workforce Connections participants, please contact Director of Workforce Connections Liz Kwant at (845) 454-1700, ext. 1013.

Workforce Connections is made possible thanks to a partnership with the Dutchess County Department of Community & Family Services and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce. auto mechanics is not his passion, but he has gained a mentor.

“Our focus hasn’t been to teach him [all about] auto repair, rather how to act and communicate with people in a professional setting,” said Albertelli.

As for Smith—who balances sports, school, and family—having the extra care and support has been motivating. Smith hopes to enlist in the Air Force after graduation.

“My experience at the internship has been great! They have taught me … about the automotive industry, and they also have expressed how much they would love to see me make it out of Poughkeepsie,” he said.

Career Action Center is made possible thanks to a partnership with the Poughkeepsie City School District and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce.

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2017 Forty Under 40 honorees announced

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or the 12th year, the Chamber, in conjunction with previous recipients, has identified a talented and diverse group of young professionals in the Hudson Valley to be presented with a Shaker Award.

Bestowed annually to 40 people under the age of 40 who have shown a strong commitment to the Hudson Valley, the Forty Under 40 Shaker Awards honor the next generation of leaders in our region.

“The 40 young professionals who have been chosen by a committee of their peers, truly represent the best and brightest in the Hudson Valley,” said Frank Castella, Jr., President and CEO of the

Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce. “Everyone at the Chamber sincerely congratulates the honorees and I am especially excited to see how they shape our community in n the years to come.”

Chosen from om the largest pool in thee award’s history, the 2017 Forty Under 40 honorees encompass mpass professions ranging from teachers and lawyers to bankers, veterinarians to engineers, politicians and police officers and everything in between.

The Shaker Awards will be presented on Tuesday, April 25 at the ChangePoint Theat atre in Poughkeepsie.

A cocktail reception at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel will precede the ceremony.

Complete information about the event, including how to obtain tickets, is available online at dcrcoc. org org/40Under40.

“I have had the privilege of learning about immensely passionate people and the worthy causes they are passionate about,” said selection committee

co-chair and 2014 honoree Amy Dittmar of Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. “It is humbling to see how their dedication and enthusiasm positively impacts our beautiful Hudson Valley.”

See next page for the complete list of the 2017 Forty Under 40.

“It was incredibly difficult to select only 40 honorees from the large and competitive group of [nominations],” said selection committee co-chair and 2013 honoree, Emily Saland of Marist College. “This year’s [honorees] are an incredibly talented and diverse group of individuals. Their accomplishments are truly remarkable, even more so given their ages.”

MEMBER NEWS – POWERED BY INTEGRATED ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS, INC.

MEMBER NEWSLINE Foundation to host 5K The First Annual Arlington Education Foundation 5K Run/ Walk & Kids’ Fun Run will be held on April 29 at Arlington High School in LaGrangeville.

Kids’ 1 mile Fun Run will start at 8:30 a.m. with the 5K Run/Walk starting at 9 a.m.

Fun for the entire family and all levels of experience are welcome! Go to aefny.org for online registration and more info.

Register by April 10 to receive a free event t-shirt.

Online fundraiser returns for second year Hudson Valley Gives will take place on May 17. The region’s second annual day of online giving will support hundreds of local nonprofits in seven Hudson Valley Counties -- via online donations only and fueled by the power of social media.

Register your nonprofit in advance or support your favorite

Hudson Valley charity on May 17 at www.HVGives.org. This event is organized by Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan, with United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region, and the Association of Fundraising Professionals MidHudson Valley Chapter. Special thanks to Townsquare Media and GiveGab. For more info call, (845) 769-9393.

Bank launches loans program, preserves rating Tompkins Mahopac Bank, with locations in Wappingers Falls and throughout the Hudson Valley, announced the launch of its Lightning Loans program and it has gained a 5-star superior rating from Bauer Financial, an independent ratings and bank research firm, for the second year.

A fast turnaround business loan program, Lightning Loans features a streamlined online application process that allows customers to quickly apply for an affordable business loan and receive a decision in days or sooner depending on credit approval.

Bauer Financial’s star ratings for banks are determined from call report data as presented to federal regulators. In attaining the prestigious 5-star superior rating, Tompkins Mahopac Bank continues to demonstrate distinction in

various categories and sits among the few banks in the Hudson Valley region with the noteworthy rating.

More information is available at mahopacbank.com.

Doctor joins Poughkeepsie plastic surgery practice Michael Bassiri-Tehrani, M.D., a Manhattan facial plastic surgeon specializing exclusively in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the nose, face and neck has joined facial plastic surgeon Dr. Manoj T. Abraham’s Poughkeepsie practice Facial Plastic Reconstructive & Laser Surgery, PLLC and Oasis Medispa.

Dr. Bassiri is Board Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery, and fellowship trained by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Bassiri has perfected advanced techniques in endoscopic, minimally invasive face lifting, and Rhinoplasty. He is an expert in cosmetic injectable treatments like Botox, Juvederm and Restylane.

For more information, visit NYfaceMD.com, or call (845) 454-8025.

Astor welcomes new CFO Astor Services for Children & Families has announced the ap-

pointment of Nancy M. Santiago as the organization’s chief financial officer.

Santiago will be responsible for managing Astor’s financial risks, including financial planning, maintenance of financial records, dissemination of pertinent financial information to management, and supervision of financial compliance.

Prior to joining Astor, Santiago, who lives in the Town of Montgomery, worked in Manhattan. She has a bachelor degree in business administration from Baruch College.

Visit the organization online at astorservices.org

Drone companies join forces to offer more DronePix is proud to announce a partnership with Great Lakes Drone Company, LLC. Both companies have forged this strategic alliance of services for the full range of operations.

Services include, but are not limited to, aerial and video photography, agricultural crop monitoring, construction monitoring & surveys, insurance claim inspections, aerial thermal imaging and inspections, missing animal searches, live aerial feed capabilities, and aerial cinematography.

Follow them on Facebook @ greatlakesdrone and @DronePix

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Theatrical performance spotlights participants Hosting a fundraiser to allow the individuals it supports to be the stars they are, The Arc of Dutchess will host “An Evening of Discovery: A Look Behind the Curtain.”

The fully accessible, first-class theatrical performance will be held on Thursday, March 30, 6-9 p.m., at the Marriott Pavilion at the Culinary Institute of America, 1946 Campus Drive, Hyde Park.

Tickets are $35 for members and $50 for general admission. For more information, visit arcdutchess.org.

Hotel celebrates Grand Opening in Fishkill Residence Inn and Springhill Suites in Fishkill will celebrate the grand opening of this dualbranded hotel on Monday, April 3 at 4 p.m. at the hotel located at 500 Westage Business Center Drive in Fishkill.

Event includes a silent auction until 6:30 p.m. with proceeds benefiting The Children’s Home of Poughkeepsie. To donate to the auction, contact Keri Greer at keri. greer@marriott.com

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APRIL 2017

TUESDAY

12TH ANNUAL

SHAKER AWARDS

APRIL 25

POUGHKEEPSIE GRAND HOTEL AND CHANGEPOINT THEATRE

2017 FORTY UNDER 40 HONOREES BRETT ARTETA

DR. ALISSA R. FAIRLIE

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp.

Creature Comforts Animal Hospital, P.C.

JENNIFER BECKER

LINDA D. FAKHOURY, ESQ.

Marist College - School of Professional Programs

NICHOLAS BECKER Town of Pleasant Valley

PHIL BENANTE

RACHEL KASHIMER

BRANDI L. RIDER

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Peter Maher, Secretary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mid-Hudson Subaru Stephen E. Diamond, Of Counsel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stenger, Roberts, Davis & Diamond, LLP DIRECTORS Tina Hawkinson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Red Cap Cleaners Maureen Kangas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel & Conference Center Anthony Morando . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cuddy & Feder LLP Barbara E. Ostrander. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RBT CPAs, LLP Dr. Greer Rychcik . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hyde Park Central School District Christopher Short. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DragonSearch Charles â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chipâ&#x20AC;? Simon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Taconic Advisors, Inc. Skip Weisman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weisman Success Resources, Inc. Robyn Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union David Wise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mackey Butts & Wise, LLP FOUNDATION STAFF Frank Castella, Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President Audra Gerty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice President Nicholas Shannon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Executive Director Brianne Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Programming Coordinator YOUTH ONE STOP STAFF Louise McLoughlin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice President of Business Services Jessica Vitolano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Youth One Stop Coordinator Rosemary Grabowska . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Youth One Stop Assistant Coordinator Ashley Wright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Youth One Stop Case Manager Danica Pierre-Louis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Youth One Stop Case Manager

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