Are you ready to be part of the most exciting and impactful events in our community? The Watkins Glen Area Chamber's signature events are the pinnacle of our annual calendar, offering unparalleled opportunities for networking, entertainment, and community engagement. Whether you're a local resident, a business owner, or a visitor, our events have something special for everyone.
Join us for our Annual Elegant Affair! Beyond a celebration, the Gala provides a distinguished platform for networking with chamber members, esteemed guests, and the broader community. Save the date for an extraordinary night of glamour and camaraderie, as we pay homage to the past and set the stage for a future marked by refined excellence. Immerse yourself in an array of entertainment, the allure of live music, and the joy of dancing the night away. Capture memories at the photo booth, and get ready to bid on our fantastic raffle, silent auction, and live auction items. Don't miss the chance to experience every facet of this unforgettable celebration!
Leadership Schuyler is an interactive, eight-session professional development program facilitated by the Watkins Glen Area Chamber. Participants will explore executive leadership topics that will help influence their own leadership values and style. The curriculum will investigate topics that are powerful on their own, and when taken cumulatively, are central to influential leadership. Actionable Takeaways Incude: Opportunities to learn from inspirational leaders from our community Making connections that will fuel the growth of your business Enriching listening & communication skills Inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in leadership Encouraging collaboration and building high-performing teams Insights into our multi-generational workforce.
The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to present a fresh and fun slate of monthly Schuyler Power Hours in 2025. These events will not only give our members a chance to mix and mingle with each other, they will also have opportunities to network with the community as well as prospective Chamber members. Our Schuyler Power Hour locations are top-notch businesses within the region and look forward to opening their doors for these exciting and popular events. Power Hours usually occur on the second Wednesday of the month from 5 to 7pm.
Sponsor this program hosted by the Watkins Glen Chamber of Commerce and be an integral part of our most popular events for our members and the community.
We invite you to partner with us for a pretigious event celebrating excellence and achievement in our local business community. The Schuyler Tributes Awards Lucheon will honor outstanding leaders and organizations for their 2024 achievements in four categories:
- Emerging Business Award
- Endurance Award
- Phoenix Award
- Schuyler Legacy Award
As a sponsor, your business will be prominetly featured throughout the event, offering you valuable exposure to influential decision makers, community leaders, and media representatives. Align your company with a clebration of success, resileince and community impact.
Join us at the 25th Annual Donald Brubaker Memorial Golf Tournament hosted by the Watkins Glen Area Chamber! This event offers players a chance to network, create new connections, and showcase their businesses during an enjoyable day on the golf course. Honoring Donald Brubaker, a former Chamber President and renowned business figure who established the iconic Seneca Lodge in 1948, this tournament attracts a lively audience every year. We are excited to host this year's tournament at the prestigious Corning Country Club, featuring an 18-hole course. As one of our Chamber's primary fundraisers, we are seeking enthusiastic businesses to support this initiative. Become a sponsor and play a vital role in ensuring the success of this cherished event.
Presented by Visions Federal Credit Union, SPARK is the premier D.E.I.A. (diversity, equity, inclusion, and access) conference in the Finger Lakes Region. This one-day leadership conference offers participants an opportunity to dig deep, explore, and learn what new ideas they can bring back to their organizations. Participants are given a rare opportunity to network with dynamic leaders from diverse backgrounds and experiences. SPARK | The Conversation Continues is just as it sounds. Our speakers will continue to tackle a myriad of topics focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and access as it relates to business and leadership.
Prepare for an unforgettable evening at the Glen Theater, courtesy of Watkins Glen Area Chamber. We're excited to screen this year's Oscar-nominated animated and live-action short films.
Plus, we've got you covered with complimentary refreshments. See you there!