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Breakfast speaker will discuss economic development gional Economic Development Council initiatives within the seven county regions. Under Meghan’s leadership, the Mid-Hudson Regional Economic Development Council has secured over $258 million to fund 327 projects. In addition to the successes the region has had through the CFA process, she has also been instrumental in attracting and retaining many companies in the region outside of that process. Meghan and her team work alongside their constituents to develop economic strategies to posi-
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tion the seven county region for the future. She continuously works to identify growing trends in several sectors, including enerTaylor gy (high-technology, biotechnology and green technology), film television, financial services, advanced manufacturing, agribusiness, tourism and international opportunities. During the February Contact Breakfast, Meghan will be discussing economic initiatives in the Hudson Valley for 2019 and beyond. Health Quest Heart and Vascular Services sponsors our February Contact Breakfast. Health
Quest is a local family of nonprofit hospitals and healthcare providers in the Mid-Hudson Valley and northwestern Connecticut. Their four award-winning hospitals— Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center, Sharon Hospital and Vassar Brothers Medical Center—have deep roots in their respective communities and work together to provide quality care for our patients. Whether you visit a Health Quest facility for emergency or urgent care or for specialty services in which Health Quest ranks nationally, you can trust you will receive compassionate care from trained, dedicated physicians, nurses and support staff. Give them a call at 845.475.9500 or visit them at healthquest.org Chamber members and guests
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hake off the cold weather blues and get ready for spring at the next Business After Hours on Thursday, February 28, from 5-7 PM. The Chamber invites members, nonmembers, and guests to join us at Adams Fairacre Farms in Poughkeepsie (765 Dutchess Turnpike). As always, this event is complimentary to attend thanks to our generous sponsor Ulster Savings Bank. Adams Fairacre Farms’ annual Lawn and Garden Show is the backdrop to this monthly net-
working event. Every year Adams’ landscaping crews orchestrate walkways of hundreds of flowering bulbs, patio displays, ponds, and bountiful greenhouses. This event attracts vendors and garden experts from across the region. This year Adams Fairacre Farms is also celebrating 100 years! Come network surrounded by the spring foliage and try your hand at free raffles and giveaways. For more information visit adamsfarms.com. Ulster Savings remains a locally focused and operated bank, with locations throughout the Hudson Valley. From providing coats and toys to supporting the local SPCA, every year Ulster Savings Bank makes it a point to support
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hundreds of local organizations throughout the community. Since 2001, they have given over $9.5 million to support charitable foundations and the communities they serve. Visit them online at ulstersavings.com. Registration in advance is required. Cancellations less than 24-hours from the event and noshows will be charged a catering fee. Call 845.454.1700, x 1000 or visit dcrcoc.org/events to RSVP.
will need to pre-register for the February Contact Breakfast by visiting dcrcoc.org or calling 845.454.1700 x 1000. Tickets are $25 for members and $35 for nonmembers.
CHAMBER WINTER WEATHER POLICY:
In the event of inclement weather, visit the Chamber’s website and Facebook page by 6:30 AM for updates regarding events and committee meetings. The status of afternoon meetings, ribbon cuttings and events will be posted accordingly.
Message from the Chair ............................ 2 Small Business Partner ............................. 2 Message from the Chamber President ............ 4 Upcoming Events .................................... 5 New Members ....................................... 8 Ribbon Cutting Celebrations ......................10 Chamber Foundation ..............................12 Member News .......................................13 Workforce Development Center ..................15
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he Chamber’s February Contact Breakfast will feature Regional Director of Empire State Development (ESD) Meghan Taylor as keynote speaker. Join us Wednesday, February 20 at 7:30 AM at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel & Conference Center. Also at the breakfast, Career Action Center students will show a short exploratory film/documentary about Black History Month. As Regional Director at ESD, Meghan Taylor is responsible for guiding and managing the MidHudson Regional Office and Re-