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Monday, September 29, 2025
Running a small business is rarely smooth sailing. Whether it's a drop in revenue, staffing struggles, or rising costs, difficult periods are inevitable. But how you respond in those moments can define your long-term success.
Below, we walk through concrete strategies you can use to stabilize operations, stay visible in your market, and set up for recovery — or even growth.
1. Reassess ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Press Release, Community, Member News
Thursday, September 25, 2025
The BBB of Upstate NY Torch Awards for Ethics celebrate businesses that go above and beyond in demonstrating integrity, transparency and a strong commitment to their customers and community.
Starting October 1, 2025, businesses in Upstate New York will be able to submit applications for this prestigious recognition. Winning a Torch Award not only highlights your company’s values, but also ...read more
Categories: Business/Economic, Member News, Non-Profit, Press Release
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Pittsford, VT – September 20 , 2025 – Sky Photos LLC, a Rensselaer, NY based company providing aerial imaging and thermal services in construction, media, project management and more, demonstrated the power of coordinated ground and drone operations during a full-scale mock search at the annual New England Wilderness Search-and-Rescue (NEWSAR) Training Conference, held September 19-21,2025 in ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Press Release, Community, Human Interest, Recreation/Sports, Education/Schools, Member News
Friday, September 12, 2025
Small retail businesses, with 50 or fewer employees, that have incurred expenses this year to upgrade theft prevention measures may qualify for the $3,000.00 tax credit.
Applications are due by October 31st. All applications will be processed in the order they are received.To apply: New York State Commercial Security Tax Credit
Questions may be directed to the Retail Theft Prevention Unit ...read more
Categories: Government, Chamber News, Member News
Friday, September 12, 2025
Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce Launches Regional Experience Program to Showcase Northeastern Destinations Delmar, NY – The Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the launch of its new Regional Experience Program, designed to highlight the unique attractions and destinations across the region. This initiative invites towns, resorts, and organizations to partner with the Chamber by ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Chamber News, Member News, Product/Service Announcement
GTM Payroll Adds PEO Offering to Help Small and Mid-sized Businesses Reduce Costs, Increase Producti
Tuesday, September 09, 2025
GTM Adds PEO Offering to Help Small and Mid-sized Businesses Reduce Costs, Increase Productivity, and Improve Employee Engagement
Clifton Park, NY – September 9, 2025 – GTM Payroll Services (GTM), a Capital Region leader in payroll, human resources, insurance, and employee benefit solutions, today announced the launch of its Professional Employer Organization (PEO) offering. This service is ...read more
Categories: Member News, Product/Service Announcement, Press Release
Tuesday, September 09, 2025
The 2025 Microenterprise grant program will open for applications this Fall. We are awaiting the funding award, but anticipate to open applications on October 15, 2025. Informational sessions will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 8:30 a.m., Town Hall, Room 101, and Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. via Zoom. Please register here.
First launched in Bethlehem in 2014, the ...read more
Categories: Business/Economic, Member News, Government
Thursday, September 04, 2025
Launching a new business is a moment of transformation — one that demands more than passion or a killer idea. Whether you're transitioning from freelance work to full-time ownership or opening your first storefront, early investments can dramatically influence your long-term trajectory.
Below, we outline core investments that don’t just help your business launch, but help it stick, scale, and ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Member News, Press Release
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Longtime nonprofit advocate and CEO chairs 2026 Go Red for Women Luncheon Education, raising awareness, and a push to action are Karen Carpenter’s top priorities
ALBANY, NY, August 2025 – Karen Carpenter’s grandmother and mother each had heart attacks when they were 52. Carpenter broke that chain by joining the American Heart Association’s BetterU class at the age of 52. The 12-week ...read more
Categories: Community, Event, Member News, Non-Profit, Press Release
Tuesday, August 05, 2025
Running a small business isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what matters—better, smoother, and with the least amount of wasted motion. Customer satisfaction, online engagement, and profitability aren’t just buzzwords. They’re survival metrics. And getting them right doesn’t always mean spending big or hiring a team of consultants. Sometimes, it’s about choosing the right tools—free or ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Member News, Press Release
