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Annual meeting, energy topics featured at breakfast

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he January Contact Breakfast—the first official networking event of 2017—will serve as the Chamber’s annual meeting and will feature a keynote address by Michael Mosher, President & CEO of Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp.

The breakfast will be held on Wednesday, January 18 from 7:309 a.m. at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel. Networking begins at 7:15 a.m. with the program starting promptly at 7:30 a.m.

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Mosher, a 24-year veteran at Central Hudson, was appointed President and CEO in April. He will discuss how the new national energy landscape is impacting the Mid-Hudson Valley; how critical MOSHER i nve s t m e nt s in the electric and natural gas systems pave the way for the transition to a smarter and more resilient grid; and the programs and initiatives available to support economic development, encourage energy efficiency, protect the environment, and provide valuable products and services to its customers.

The Chazen Companies is the sponsor of the January Contact Breakfast.

An employee-owned company,

Chazen has been enhancing Hudson Valley communities with innovative consulting solutions for nearly 70 years. Based in Poughkeepsie, Chazen also has offices in the Capital District and North Country. In 2016, Chazen opened two new offices in Syracuse and Nashville. Chazen’s team of civil engineers, land surveyors, landscape architects, environmental scientists, and planners represents

tions or $30 at the door. Nonmembers can attend for $35. To reserve your seat, call (845) 454-1700, ext.

1000 or visit dcrcoc.org.

As we all know, there are many in need in our community. The Ambassador Committee is proud to continue its partnership with the Chamber’s Workforce Development Center to collect canned and dry goods from breakfast attendees.

Donations are greatly appreciated.

The Chamber invites all members to attend our Annual Meeting/January Contact Breakfast a variety of clients including developers, municipalities, schools, colleges, hospitals, utilities, and New York State.

Tickets are $25 for Chamber members with advance reserva-

Following the breakfast, the Nonprofit Committee will present a seminar “Human Resource & Financial Issues for Nonprofits & Small Businesses” from 9-11 a.m.

For more information, see Page 7.

WINTER WEATHER POLICY: In the event of inclement weather, visit the Chamber’s website and Facebook page by 6:30 a.m. for updates regarding events and committee meetings. The status of afternoon meetings, ribbon cuttings and events will be posted accordingly.

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RBT CPAs, LLP believes customer service is more than just a catchphrase. It forms the core of their business and is the driving

force for finding new and reliable accounting and consulting solutions for their clients. With offices in Poughkeepsie, Fishkill, and Port Jervis, RBT is a full-service CPA firm providing accounting and consulting services to businesses, nonprofits, municipalities, and individuals in Dutchess, Orange, Ulster, Putnam, Westchester and Rockland

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Preceding the event will be the new Network, Present & Refer from 3:30-5 p.m. For more information on this targeted networking event, see Page 3.

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Business After Hours sponsored by

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he first Business After Hours of 2017 will be held Wednesday, January 25 from 5-7 p.m. at Shadows on the Hudson, 176 Rinaldi Boulevard, Poughkeepsie. As always, complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served and a cash bar will be available.

There is no charge to attend Business After Hours, however preregistration is requested. To RSVP, visit dcrcoc.org or call (845) 4541700, ext. 1000. Quint Investments and Insurance and RBT CPAs, LLP proudly sponsor this event.

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irst, let me introduce myself—I am Rita McPeck, the SBA Business Sales Officer for KeyBank. I am honored to serve as the 2017 Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce.

KeyBank’s Hudson Valley/ Metro NY Market is one of 23 geographic areas that comprise the bank’s national presence. We are connected to our communities by engaging in civic affairs, volunteering time, and donating money to nonprofits. Throughout the Hudson Valley, KeyBank makes banking easy by serving local clients through a seamless network of branches, ATMs,

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mobile and digital banking, and contact centers.

Throughout the years I have worked closely with business owners to help them achieve their financial goals and I hope to bring this skill to the table as Chair.

KeyBank has been a Corporate Leader sponsor of the Chamber for more than 10 years and I can say with confidence that the

Chamber is a wonderful resource, which I encourage you to take advantage of to promote your business.

I am looking forward to helping to continue the mission of the Chamber, to support local businesses and hope to see you all at the multitude of events throughout the year.

Finally, I want to thank John Davies, our outgoing chair, for doing a tremendous job the last year.

The level of stewardship we all saw during his tenure was inspiring; I hope to rise to the standard he set.

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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JGS is more than just an accounting firm, they are business advisors who believe in collaborative effort to solve the problems and address the needs of clients.

With this team approach, JGS has become an expert in reaching beyond the numbers.

This event is packed with opportunity to make meaningful connections including a special invitation to one randomly selected attendee to take 10 minutes to present an overview of his or her

Creating healthy habits in 2017

By Dr. Bill Linacre, Health & Wellness Club

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t this time of year, many look back on intentions, dreams, and goals from the start of 2016. By taking stock of the successes and perhaps some of the goals missed, we are able to begin to shape our intentions for the New Year and years to come.

Robert Fritz, a pioneer in the field of Structural Consulting, is the founder of Technologies for Creating, Inc. Fritz outlined a way of achieving desired outcomes (or goals), which he calls a “Structural Tension Chart.” This chart helps individuals incrementally move toward health-related, or any other goals.

To begin, develop an outcome in as much detail as possible; this is the desired result at the end.

For example, to become

healthier, first determine an ideal weight, Body Mass Index, waist size, and levels of cholesterol, triglycerides, blood sugar, and blood pressure as well as any other concerning health markers.

Place this outcome on the top of a sheet of paper.

Next, on the bottom of the page, determine “current reality.”

For example, list current weight, BMI, waist size, and health marker levels.

The difference between the two values creates what Fritz calls “structural tension.”

Shift toward the desired goal by listing and completing small, incremental actions in between them on your sheet of paper with a deadline to maintain forward progress. Listing the steps to take will naturally lead to your goals.

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organization. The representative from the event sponsor will likewise have the opportunity to present.

Guest presenters will be chosen at random from attendees regis-

tered at least one week in advance.

In order to diversify these events, members are limited to attending a maximum of two and presenting at one Network, Present, & Refer events per year.

In an ongoing effort to accommodate members’ schedules, events will be held quarterly either in the morning at various locations or in the evening prior to a Business After Hours.

Thanks to our generous sponsor, this event is complimentary to attend, but registration is required.

Call (845) 454-1700, ext. 1000.

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healthy lifestyles, studied the National Weight Control Registry and determined the best way to achieve and maintain a healthy weight is to eat breakfast daily; exercise; eat five to six small, low fat meals per day; individualize caloric needs; and monitor progress weekly.

For more information, visit robertfritz.com.

Dr. Bill Linacre is a Town of Poughkeepsie Chiropractor and Health Coach who uses a successful program for creating health.

For more information call (845) 473-1450.

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Thank you for making 2016 a great success!

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s New Year begins, I can’t help but reflect back on 2016. It has been a privilege and pleasure to serve and I cannot wait for this coming year and all the wonderful things we have planned.

From revamped networking events such as the Network, Present & Refer to implementing new tools for our members to market and promote themselves, this year promises to be exciting!

2016 has been a successful year! We were named Chamber of the Year by the New York Business Council and we introduced a new, user-friendly website. We also saw victory in many of our advocacy efforts including repeal of item pricing laws and negotiating a lower minimum wage than New York City.

This Chamber is part of a winning team of business owners and organizations who, together, can do great things. Moving into 2017, we will remain strong, working with elected officials on behalf of you, the business community. I encourage you to visit our Legislative Action Committee online for more information on all of our ongoing efforts.

I’d like to thank the Board of Directors, the staff, and especially you, the members, for your continued support. I hope you all have a safe, happy and prosperous New Year.

Master Your Membership over lunch

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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 Lunch on Tuesday, January 10 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 The Arc of Dutchess.

Attendees will meet the Cham-

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ber 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 op-

portunity to ask questions.

Born from the legacy of Dutchess County’s Little Red Schoolhouse, a small vocational program of about 15 young adults has developed into one of the largest providers of support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Dutchess County. Today, The Arc of Dutchess provides diverse services across the age spectrum in every corner of the county. A workforce of 500 promotes and encourages the 1,000 individuals and families to discover and achieve what really matters to each person most.

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

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Wednesday, January 11 Members of the Hudson Valley Young Professionals presented Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County with holiday gifts collected during the group’s annual toy drive.

Thanks to the generosity of the community, the assistance of The Chamber, and the support and sponsorship of Foam & Wash Car Wash, the contents of 10 moving boxes, provided by Guardian Self Storage, filled with board games, puzzles, stuffed animals, art supplies, trucks, dolls, and more will be under the trees of local children who might have otherwise gone without.

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Wednesday, January 18

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

Chamber Conference Room 1 Civic Center Plaza, 4th Floor Poughkeepsie

HUMAN RESOURCE & FINANCIAL ISSUES FOR NONPROFITS & SMALL BUSINESSES 9 - 11 a.m.

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Meet the Chamber staff and get information about all the services.

Sponsored by: The Arc of Dutchess

Thursday, January 12

Health & Wellness Seminar:

HEALTHY EATING & NUTRITION 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Poughkeepsie Day School Boardman Road, Poughkeepsie Presented by the Health & Wellness Committee, experts Alyson Chugerman, a Certified Holistic Health Counselor and April Dearden, a Health and Wellness Coach will offer tips on how to take the guess work out of good nutrition.

Sponsored by: Health Quest

Wednesday, January 18

Contact Breakfast & Annual Meeting 7:30 - 9 a.m.

1onproŵt Seminar:

The Chamber’s Nonprofit Committee will present a session to identify and explore common and changing HR issues.

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Non-members: $35. Please email bridgestoboardservice@gmail.com for more information.

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Chamber Conference Room 1 Civic Center Plaza, 4th Floor Poughkeepsie

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The goal of the Crossing the Bridge gathering is to find ways we can work together and learn from one another to benefit of all the women in our community. Invitation only.

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Wednesday, January 25

Network, Present & Refer

3:30 - 5 p.m.

Shadows On The Hudson 176 Rinaldi Boulevard Poughkeepsie

Network, Present & Refer, a targeted networking event, is limited to 25 Chamber members, one person per industry. Attendees will NONPROFIT BOARD GOVERNANCE exchange information on his or her 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. organization or company.

Poughkeepsie Public Library Sponsored by: Judelson, Giordano Boardman Road Branch & Siegel

Tuesday, January 24

Bridges to Board:

141 Boardman Road Poughkeepsie Strategies to assist current and prospective board members with effectively governing their organizations, including managing conflicts of interest, differentiating governance from management, and navigating in today’s nonprofit landscape will be covered.

DCRCOC/NYCON members: $25,

Wednesday, January 25

Business After Hours

5 - 7 p.m.

Shadows On The Hudson 176 Rinaldi Boulevard Poughkeepsie Monthly networking event.

VIPs meet with elected officials over breakfast Members of the Chamber and Foundation boards, the Legislative Action Committee and other VIPs had the opportunity to meet and discuss issues with state elected officials including State Senator Sue Serino, Assemblymember Didi Barrett and Assemblymember Kieran Michael Lalor. Thank you to sponsors Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, Mobile Life Support Services, Quality Environmental Solutions & Technologies, Inc., and Tompkins Mahopac Bank. A special thank you to our host, MidHudson Regional Hospital.

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Forty Under 40 nominations now open

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he Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2017 Forty Under 40 Shaker Awards, an honor presented annually to laudable people under the age of 40 making the Hudson Valley a better place to live and work.

Complete details and an online nomination form are available online at dcrcoc.org/40under40. All nominations must be received by January 23 and winners will be notified in late winter.

Bestowed annually to forty people under the age of 40 who have shown a strong commitment to the Hudson Valley, the Shaker Awards identify and honor the next generation of leaders in our area.

Self-nominations as well as nominations for more than one person are accepted. Nominees must be between 18 and 39 years of age before April 27, 2017. Prior years’

Forty Under 40 nominations can be re-submitted for consideration.

A panel of judges comprised of previous Forty Under 40 Award recipients will determine the 2017 honorees.

The Forty Under 40 Shaker Awards celebration is scheduled for Thursday, April 27, 2017. Visit the event calendar at dcrcoc.org for more details.

Watch out for winter depression

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f your mood takes a hit during the wintery months, you may be among the 5 to 10 percent of adults across the U.S. who suffer from a winter depression, says Kenneth Oclatis, Ph.D., Director of Outpatient Mental Health Services and Special Programs at MidHudson Regional Hospital.

“Patients experiencing a low mood, and who may also be

sleeping or eating more to comfort themselves, can head off depression by using behavioral activation,” Oclatis says. “This simply means getting out of the house, going for a walk, and trying to interact with people more frequently.”

For more acute cases of winter depression, known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Dr. Oclatis

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“For patients who can’t just bootstrap themselves out of it, it’s time to see a mental health professional,” he said.

Dr. Oclatis urges anyone dealing with winter depression to “become more actively involved

with other people, engage in more physical activity, and find things that bring more fulfillment and enjoyment into your life.”

To learn more about behavioral health services offered at MidHudson Regional Hospital, visit MidHudsonRegional.org.

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Thrivent Financial sponsor this complimentary seminar.

Email questions in advance to angelas@dcrcoc.org. To register, visit dcrcoc.org or call (845) 4541700, ext. 1000.

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he Health & Wellness Committee will present a seminar on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Healthy Eating & Nutritionâ&#x20AC;? at 6 p.m. on Thursday, January 12 at Poughkeepsie Day School. Experts Alyson Chugerman, a Certified Holistic Health Counselor and April Dearden, a Health and Wellness Coach will offer tips on how to take the guesswork out of good nutrition.

Chugerman, founder and owner of Attain True Health, will teach how to cook once and

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Alfandre Architecture, PC 231 Main Street New Paltz, NY 12561 (845) 255-4774 Fax: (845) 255-3440 Email: info@alfandre.com Web: alfandre.com Contact: Rick Alfandre Creating spaces and places of lasting beauty. Offers a comprehensive range of architecture services from initial planning approvals through completion of construction.

ATTORNEYS & LEGAL SERVICES The Bail King, LLC 53 Market Street, Suite #1 Poghkeepsie, NY 12601 (845) 464-9122 Fax: (844) 362-2245 Email: thebailkingny@gmail.com Web: TheBailKingNY.com Contact: Christopher DaRoja Bail Bonds

DENTISTS - GENERAL Mel Mel Dental 1289 Route 9, Suite 8 Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 (845) 632-6613 Fax: (845) 632-6614 Email: melmeldental@gmail.com Web: melmeldental.com Contact: Gayle Iachetta Full service dental office, preventative, cosmetic, invisalign implants, sedation dentistry, zoom whitening.

GIFT BASKETS Archiga Goods Inc, DBA Edible Arrangements 24 Pellbridge Drive Hopewell Junction, NY 12533

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES V8 Computing Corp.

71 Duncan Ave Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY 12520 Email: swaller@v8computing.com Contact: Smith Waller Information technology services for small to midsize businesses.

INSURANCE AGENCIES & BROKERS New York Life (Ardal Powell) 460 Temple Hill Road New Windsor, NY 12553 (845) 202-9722 Email: apowell03@ft.newyork life.com Contact: Ardal Powell Adviser focused on helping freelancers, entrepreneurs, and educational institutions achieve financial security.

MANUFACTURERS Synergy 3D Inc. 260 Lake Walton Road Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 (845) 447-1807 Email: eromano@synergy3D.net Web: synergy3D.net Contact: Dennis Rossini Specializes in digital manufacturing of zirconia hybrid bridges, zirconia crowns, IPS e-max crowns, PMMA restorations, custom surgical guides, and full removable department design and mill services.

RESTAURANTS Red Lobster 2255 South Road Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (845) 462-4301 Contact: Nadia Skrynyk-Bechelli

WWW.DCRCOC.ORG RESTORATION SERVICES - FIRE/WATER DAMAGE Puro Clean Professional Restoration 612 Washington Avenue Kingston, NY 12401 (845) 481-9060 Fax: (845) 481-9055 Email: mgibbons@puroclean.com Web: puroclean.com\pr-ny Contact: Miriam Gibbons Restoration from water, mold, and bio-hazard materials.

SOLAR ENERGY Sunrise Solar Solutions LLC 510 N. State Road Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510 (914) 762-7622 Fax: (914) 762-4423 Email: rand@sunrisesolarllc.com Web: sunrisesolarllc.com Contact: Rand Manasse Solar PV Installer.

TAX PREPARATION SERVICES Tax Matters, LLC 11 Davis Road Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (845) 452-7862 Fax: (845) 473-5465 Email: taxmattersllc@msn.com Web: taxmattersllc.org Contact: John Daubman Tax preparation for personal and small business returns.

Local generosity spreads holiday joy

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he holidays are a wonderful and fun-filled time of the year.

With family gatherings and joyful activities, it is easy to forget that for some, the holidays are filled with stress and even sadness.

The families of the Workforce Development Center often feel the stress of the season, and many worry about how to provide the Christmas they want to give their children.

Through the amazing generosity and giving spirit of our Chamber community, this year, our participating families did not have to feel the worry. Instead, our many Santas delivered a holiday filled with joy and laughter.

The staff of the Chamber would like to thank all of our generous donors. Thank you for giving our families a holiday that they will cherish forever.

The Chamber Ambassador Committee

WINE & LIQUOR STORES EYjlY k Naf]qYj\ 1955 South Road Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Email: mk@martasvine.com Web: martasvine.com Contact: Marta Marchetti-Kandl Wine and spirit shop with focus on 50% favorite brands and the remaining 50% on small artisan producers of wine and spirits.

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Corbally, Gartland and Rappleyea Cornerstone Financial | D’Arcangelo and Co., LLP. DSL Financial Services | Enlightened Solutions Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce Staff Pat and Toby Miller and the Evergreen Chorus The Fearon Family | The “G” Family The Hudson Valley Renegades | The “I” Family | The “K” Family KeyBank | The Maher Family | MD Imaging | M&T Bank The Millbrook Book Club | Poughkeepsie Public Library District The Schoonmaker Family | The Southlands Foundation Spackenkill Girl Scout Troop 10131 | TEG Federal Credit Union

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HVFCU opens new branch

MEMBER NEWSLINE Women in Business honorees named 914Inc., an affiliate of Hudson Valley Magazine, has announced the winners of the 6th annual Women In Business Awards. This year’s honorees are profiled in the magazine’s Q4 issue, now available on newsstands.

The 18 winners were honored at a celebratory awards luncheon November 17.

The winners of the 2016 Women in Business Awards are Pamela I. Anderson, Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson, Inc.; Rose CappaRotunno, The Event Department; Angela Ciminello, Wartburg; Robin Colner, DigiStar Media, Mary H. Gadomski, VNS Westchester; Jamie Imperati, Professional Women of Westchester; Karen R. Lawrence, Sarah Lawrence College; Jennifer Lofaro, Bleakley Platt & Schmidt, LLP; Rita C. Mabli, United Hebrew of New Rochelle; Sharon Mackey McGee & Karen Mackey Witherspoon, Mackey Twins Art Gallery; Paula Mandell, M&T Bank; Kathy Meany, Manhattanville College School of Business; Stacey Petrower, New York - Presbyterian/Hudson Valley Hospital; Denise A. Povolny, KeyBank; Tierney SaccavinoPayne, Acorda Therapeutics; Stacey Tompkins, Tompkins Excavating; and Maria Valente, Chocolations.

For more information, visit westchestermagazine.com/womeninbusiness

Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union (HVFCU) has opened its newest branch in LaGrange at 155 Stringham Road, right across from Arlington High School at the traffic circle.

This new location is open from 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturdays. Brian Arico is the Branch Manager.

The credit union will celebrate the opening with a ribbon cutting and refreshments at noon on January 11th.

For more information, visit hvfcu.org or call (845) 463-3011.

Physical therapist adds nutrition service Feldman Physical Therapy & Performance, a total body treatment, injury prevention and functional movement practice in LaGrange and Fishkill, has announced sports nutrition consulting as part of its services.

The new offering complements the practice’s extensive suite of specialized rehabilitation, movement and injury-prevention services, providing clients with a comprehensive attention to their care.

For more information, call (845) 475-8769.

Vendors wanted for Abilities First expo The Abilities First showcase committee is seeking vendors with unique services or products that meet the everyday needs and interests of families, individuals or caregivers for those with any disability in the following categories: entertainment, recreation, sports, travel, adaptive equipment and repairs, furnishings, legal, transportation, and specialized medical

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providers such as dentists, physical, occupational and speech therapists and others. The quantity of vendors in each specific category is limited and will be accepted on a first come basis. In its second year, the showcase’s mission continues to provide the community with resources to adapt, support and enrich life.

The event will be held on Saturday, March 4th from 9-4 p.m. at the Poughkeepsie Galleria in Poughkeepsie. To inquire about exhibition or sponsorship opportunities, contact Dana Hammond at (845) 485-9803 ext. 384 or Showcase@abilitiesfirstny.org.

Walk raises over $27,000 Striding in unity and hope, 130 participants of the first-ever Team Hope Walk – Hudson Valley, trekked from Highland to Poughkeepsie across the Walkway Over the Hudson on November 5th.

Together, the group raised more than $27,000 for the Huntington’s Disease Society of America. The New York chapter partnered with ArchCare, the healthcare system of the Archdiocese of New York, for the event to benefit individuals with Huntington’s disease and those who love them.

For more information, visit hdsa.org/thwhudsonvalley.com.

Tree of Love fundraiser to benefit Julie’s Cause Curvy Consignments Plus invites all clients and the community to support the “Tree of Love” fundraiser to benefit Julie’s Cause.

This event will be held at Curvy Consignments Plus located at 1177 Route 9 South in Wappingers Falls through January 7th.

For more information, visit curvyconplus.com.

READ & SUBMIT NEWS AT DCRCOC.ORG/NEWS

DCRCOC

Check out dcrcoc.org/radio-shows for links to the Chamber radio shows each week!

For information, contact Chelsea at 845-454-1700 ext. 1000 or chelsea@dcrcoc.org

Learn Board Governance

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he Chamber’s Nonprofit Committee, in partnership with the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley, Governance Matters—an affiliate of the New York Council of Nonprofits (NYCON), and the Dyson Foundation present Bridges to Board Service: Making our community stronger through exceptional nonprofit board service.

Sessions provide new, current, and potential board members with a critical orientation on the responsibilities, knowledge, and skills needed to be an effective asset to their board.

The next session will be Nonprofit Board Governance on Tuesday, January 24 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the Poughkeepsie Public Library Boardman Road Branch

located at 141 Boardman Road in Poughkeepsie.

This session, presented by NYCON, will define the fiduciary duty of board service in detail and explore exactly what effective governance entails. Strategies to assist current and prospective board members with effectively governing their organizations, including managing conflicts of interest, differentiating governance from management, and navigating in today’s nonprofit landscape will also be covered.

Board Service 101 is no longer a prerequisite for this course.

Tickets are $25 for chamber and NYCON members, $35 for nonmembers. Email bridgestoboardservice@gmail.com for more information. Visit dcrcoc.org to register.

FIVE YEARS Grocery Stores & Supermarkets

ShopRite Supermarkets, Inc. 10 YEARS Nonprofits

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ANNIVERSARIES ONE YEAR Accountants & Bookkeeping Services

Mehl & Associates, CPA’s Art Galleries

Barrett Art Center Entertainment and/or Amusment

Cruise Control Band Nonprofits

Legal Services of the Hudson Valley

Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation 15 YEARS Nonprofits

Gateway Community Industries Travel Agencies

Hunt Travel 25 YEARS

Accountants & Bookkeeping Services

Firmbach & Firmbach, CPAs 35 YEARS Accountants & Bookkeeping Services

Passikoff & Scott, CPAs

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Hearts of Gold Gala to honor leaders

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eservations are now being accepted for the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 2017 Hearts of Gold Gala at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 4 at The Grandview in Poughkeepsie, where several local businesses and individuals will be honored for their outstanding contributions to the community.

Attendees of the Hearts of Gold Gala will be mesmerized by twinkling lights and gilded décor while dining on a sumptuous menu of delicacies.

Guests will dance the night away to the sounds of Cruise Control and will have the opportunity to win a Grand Prize.

For ticketing information, visit dcrcoc.org/gala or call (845) 454-1700, ext. 1000.

2017 Gala Sponsors: PL ATINUM SPONSOR

2017 Gala Honorees:

GOOD NEIGHBOR AWARD Marist College

The Good Neighbor award is bestowed annually to a local business demonstrating great corporate citizenship through volunteerism and support of the community and our nonprofit partners.

Marist College is known for its deep roots in the Hudson Valley community. From its partnership with local organizations to providing reduced tuition rates and its commitment to supporting local causes, Marist College exemplifies the meaning of a Good Neighbor.

COMMUNITY SPIRIT HEART OF GOLD AWARD Paul Mancarella The Community Spirit Award is given annually to an individual who visibly embraces the community in order to make it a better place to live and work. Paul Mancarella has served on the Chamber’s Board of Directors and is heavily involved as co-chair of the Legislative Action Committee in advocating for the business community with our elected representatives. Paul is deeply involved in the community at large and never hesitates to volunteer his time and efforts to a cause.

NEXT GENERATION AWARD The Next Generation awards are conferred upon businesses that have survived the test of time and been passed successfully from generation to generation.

Angela LoBianco Barone & Joseph LoBianco Angela LoBianco Barone and Joseph LoBianco are second-generation owners of Hyde Park Brewing Company, Inc., which, since 1996, has served handcrafted beer paired with fresh cuisine emphasizing seasonal, local, and fresh ingredients.

Michael & Paul Harney Michael and Paul Harney are second-generation partners of Harney & Sons Master Tea Blenders in Millerton, which was founded by their father in 1983 and has grown from the original six teas, to more than 300.

GIFT SPONSOR KeyBank

GOLD SPONSORS GlobalFoundries The Grandview Hudson Valley Audio Visual Integrated Enterprise Solutions, Inc. M&T Bank Marist College Ulster Savings Bank

COC K TAIL RECEPTION SPONSOR Riverside Bank

- A division of Salisbury Bank & Trust Company

DESSERT SPONSOR Rhinebeck Bank

VA L E T S P O N S O R Mehl & Associates, CPA’s

PHOTOGRAPHY SPONSOR Poughkeepsie Journal Media

THEME SPONSORS Stenger, Roberts, Davis & Diamond, LLP Tompkins Mahopac Bank

DANCE SPONSORS DCH Wappingers Falls Toyota Fred Astaire Dance Studio - Dutchess S&O Construction Services, Inc.

CENTERPIECE SPONSORS Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp.

Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union NeJame Pools Rose & Kiernan, Inc.

MUSIC SPONSORS D’Arcangelo & Co., LLP Marshall & Sterling Insurance

S I LV E R S P O N S O S R S Blacktop Maintenance Corp.

CareMount Medical Dutchess Community College

COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD Kathy Ferrusi The Community Service award is given to an individual who selflessly gives of their time and talent to improve the community in which we live, work, and thrive. Kathy Ferrusi of Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union (HVFCU) has donated countless hours to the Chamber, The Chamber Foundation, and many other local nonprofit organizations and causes; utilizing her career as an opportunity to join the ranks of dedicated volunteers in the community with the belief that the more given, the more received.

Hudson Cadillac Buick GMC Iseman, Cunningham, Riester & Hyde, LLP N&S Supply Orange Bank & Trust Company RBT CPAs, LLP Royal Carting Services

AWA R D S P O N S O R De’S Jewelers

Sponsors as of 12/15/16

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Mentor brings experience to YOS Workforce Development Center

Employment Spotlight

By Elizabeth Kwant, Director of Workforce Connections

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eing a single mom is hard, especially around the holidays. The worry of financial struggles when you are not working is amplified when you have a child.

Kendra M. knows being unemployed while trying to raise her daughter is terrifying.

Through her hard work, determination, and commitment she has found employment with Dunkin Donuts in the City of

Poughkeepsie. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Working with the Workforce Connections program has really helped me to find a job that is not only the right fit for me, but also for my family,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The program gives you the confidence to land the job and the skills to do great at it.â&#x20AC;?

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.

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n November, the Youth One Stop (YOS) welcomed Danica Pierre-Louis to the team as a case manager.

D a n i c aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s professional experience is firmly rooted in healthcare and she brings personal exPIERRE-LOUIS pertise as a mother of two.

Equipped with a great combination of qualities and skills, Danica openly shares her compassion and practicality with the participants.

Danicaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s client base has found this real-world experience to be a unique resource when considering careers in the healthcare field.

Danica recently joined in making a â&#x20AC;&#x153;thank youâ&#x20AC;? present for the Maple Ridge Bruderhoff community and assisted with The Game of Life at the December Youth Leadership session, where she managed to â&#x20AC;&#x153;sellâ&#x20AC;? a record number of Corvettes! â&#x20AC;&#x153;My experience here, so far, has been good,â&#x20AC;? Danica said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I like the closeness among everyone. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a big organization, but everyone is able to get to know one another.â&#x20AC;?

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Youth Spotlight

By Meredith Madden, Career Action Center Mentor

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ahsia Taylor, a junior at Poughkeepsie High School, has found his passion in the game of basketball and was very excited when he was placed in an internship with Vassar Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Basketball team under Head Coach Candice Brown.

Taylor is one of 50 students selected from Poughkeepsie High School to participate in the Career Action Center Intensive Mentoring Program for the 2016-17 academic year. Internships create an opportunity to connect students with the community and for community members to inspire and act as role models.

Coach Brown, also passionate about basketball, has worked diligently for her winning career record and she continues to push

For more information visit www.key.com or call Vice President/SBA Specialist Fred Swint at 845-483-3031.

Photos courtesy of Stockton Photo, Inc.

and support her team to succeed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am elated to have the privilege of providing an internship to youth in the Poughkeepsie area,â&#x20AC;? Coach Brown said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I truly enjoy sharing my passion with them and having the opportunity to mentor them as they get ready to choose the next steps in their lives.â&#x20AC;?

Taylor participates on many levels. He has become a valued team member, sharing his enthusiasm during practices and offering suggestions during

games. The internship also improves his communication and time management skills as he learns to coordinate his schedule and balance his responsibilities.

If you are interested in hosting an intern, please contact Meredith Madden at meredith@ dcrcoc.org.

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

60+ Hour Entrepreneurial Training Program. Register by 1/31/17 and get the $250 2016 pricing.

Starts February 9, 2017 Thursday evenings from 6 to 9 PM. Enroll Today at www.WEDCBiz.org Space is limited!!

Many Thanks to Our Partners!

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RIBBON CUTTINGS First Aid Urgent Care

De’S Jewelers

Congratulations to First-Aid Urgent Care on their grand opening. Located at 1 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 113 in Poughkeepsie, they are dedicated to serving the urgent medical needs of the community.

Congratulations to De’S Jewelers on their 70th Anniversary. Visit them in the Poughkeepsie Plaza on South Road in Poughkeepsie.

Athena Gyro Greek Taverna

Julie’s Cause

Congratulations to Athena Gyro Greek Taverna on their grand opening. Stop in at 1167 Route 55 in Lagrangeville and enjoy amazing Greek fare.

Congratulations to Julie’s Cause: Cervical Cancer Foundation on their one year anniversary.

For more info, jcccf.org.

Lil Darling Shoppe

Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union

Congratulations to Lil Darling Shoppe on their 50th anniversary. For more info, visit lildarlinguniformshoppe.com.

Congratulations to Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union on the grand opening of their new location at 584 Route 9, Suite 100 in Fishkill.

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RIBBON CUTTINGS Advance Auto Parts

Access Physical Therapy

Congratulations to Advance Auto Parts on the grand opening of their new location. Stop in at 2323 South Road & Anthony Drive in Poughkeepsie.

Congratulations to Access Physical Therapy on their new location. Visit them at 1141 Route 55 in Lagrange.

Hudson Valley Dance Depot

Forté Capital LLC

The Chamber celebrated the new Kindermusik Program and Hudson Valley Dance Depot’s 2nd year anniversary at their new location at 1151 Route 55, Suite 201 in Lagrange.

Congratulations to Forté Capital LLC on their 20th anniversary. For more info, visit fortecapital. com.

King Family Chiropractic

Pulse MD Urgent Care

Congratulations to King Family Chiropractic on their grand opening. Visit them at 33 Henry Street in Beacon for all your chiropractic needs.

Congratulations to Pulse-MD Urgent Care on the grand opening of their new location. Stop in at 696 Dutchess Turnpike in Poughkeepsie.

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Achievement Program helps professionals grow, succeed

By Crys McCuin, Executive Director, The Arc of Dutchess, Career Achievement Program Committee Member

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s a new year begins, many of us will set personal goals, embrace new opportunities, and commit to making a difference in our lives and the lives of others. The Chamber Foundation’s Career Achievement Program offers a unique opportunity to accomplish all of that and more.

The program, part of the Professional Development Programming of The Chamber Foundation, is dedicated to cultivating professional growth and development for individuals who have made the decision to challenge themselves to reach the next level in their ca-

reer. Community volunteers serve as mentors working with professionals on self-identified goals for a yearlong mentorship.

“The Career Achievement Program has … given me the opportunity to work with a mentee and learn what challenges they face as well as what successes they achieve. Those experiences have broadened my insights and have allowed me to be a better leader,” said mentor Diane L. Nameth, Vice President, Sr. Relationship Manager, Commercial Lending at M & T Bank.

Nameth’s mentee, Kristin Westervelt, Officer, Senior Learning and Development Business Partner for Tompkins Financial, said being paired with someone else in finance made a difference.

Micah Bennett and his mentor Rebecca Simpson

Ashley Gannon and her mentor Crys McCuin “The Program has allowed me to explore my future goals and steps to take to get there. [Diane] has reinforced the things I know I am doing right and shared ideas and plans to help me be even more successful,” Westervelt said.

The Career Achievement Program is seeking the next class of

mentors and mentees with an official kick-off scheduled in the spring.

All interested professionals should visit ChamberFDN.org to submit an application and learn more. Applications ae due by March 1st. Call (845) 454-1700, ext 1026 with questions.

On behalf of the professional

Theresa Giovanniello and Bridget Laubacker development programming committee, we look forward to helping the men and women of our community achieve success and reach their goals.

Program puts leadership skills to work

By Rebecca Oberle and Phil Rottkamp, Youth Leadership Students

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he Chamber Foundation’s Youth Leadership Program teaches high school students how to put leadership skills to work to run a company and prepare for the future.

Every month, students meet and are given insight as to what running a company and being a leader is like.

At the beginning of each meeting, experts on a variety of topics help students learn skills they can then apply in life. Following this educational presentation, students

are split into two tracks.

Our track – Track 1 – is working on the Junior Achievement company model. We began by forming five departments: business development, finance, human resources, marketing, and production. Each must work together for the company to run smoothly.

After brainstorming and researching possible products to sell later in the program and selling stock to fund production, we have decided to sell water bottles with fruit infusers under the company name Refreshed Water Company.

In the coming months, com-

pany representatives will attend Chamber events and be out at other locations selling our product.

We hope you will support us!

LEADERSHIP DUTCHESS & YOUTH LEADERSHIP APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR 2017-2018 PROGRAM YEAR!

Applications due by June 2. Download at ChamberFDN.org

OFFICERS Tina Walz, Chair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M & T Bank Stacey Langenthal, Vice-Chair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bank of Millbrook Amy Dittmar, Treasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp.

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 “Chip” 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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Headliner nominations now open A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR

2016 Corporate Sponsors CORPORATE LEADERS: e. opl Pe

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he Headliner Awards Committee of The Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its 2017 Headliner Awards. Recipients will be chosen in the following categories: Best Place to Work Customer Service

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Leadership in Business & Community Outside-the-box Innovator

CORPORATE PARTNERS:

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For more information on all of the categories, criteria, and to download the nomination form, visit dcrcoc.org/headliners-committee.

Members of the community includ-

2016 Headliner Award recipients ing employees, customers, friends, neighbors, or the organizations’ leaders are encouraged to submit nominations. Nominations will be accepted through February 24th.

Winners of a Headliner Award will be recognized at an awards ceremony held during the April

Contact Breakfast and will receive a customized commemorative plaque. Winners will be announced in April prior to the breakfast.

Past winners are encouraged to submit a testimonial about your experience as an honoree to lhoffman@dcrcoc.org.

Smarter technology elevates phone photography

By Jaime Butler

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sing a smartphone camera to take photos is becoming more common, but users are limited to the built-in features on their iOS or Android phones. New applications are allowing smartphone shutterbugs to take photography to the next level.

Here are a few of the options available to smartphone users:

ProCamera The ProCamera iOS app offers professional-level image controls, making a standard smartphone feel like a single-lens reflex camera. With just a few taps, users can adjust exposure, enable flash, and display a grid to compose a better shot. It even has an anti-shake feature to prevent blurring.

Adobe Photoshop Fix Adobe Photoshop Fix gives smartphones the photo-editing capabilities of the standard Photoshop software, including the ability to adjust shadow intensity and contrast or add effects. There is also a tool to smooth images and add shape-modifying effects. The app offers built-in help and is available for both iOS and Android devices.

Jaime Butler, business development specialist at Integrated Enterprise Solutions, Inc., con-

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Camera FV-5 For Android users, Camera FV-5 offers many of the same features as ProCamera. It also includes a live histogram, burstmode, exposure bracketing, and time-lapse imagery. Users can also choose from a selection of file types when saving images.

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