Tompkins Bank: 11/1/2023
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: November 1, 2023 For More Information, Contact: Jack Jones Communications Specialist jjones@tompkinsfinancial.com TOMPKINS WELCOMES TWO NEW BRANCH MANAGERS TO WESTERN NEW YORK MARKET Jacob Hale joins as the Chili Branch Manager and Sean Valdes joins as the Perry Branch Manager ROCHESTER, NY (November 1, 2023) – Expanding the capabilities of its Western New York (WNY) management team, Tompkins Community Bank has appointed two new branch managers, Jacob
Concept Construction: CPI Process Systems
Contact: Vince Ricotta Tel: (716) 675-9171 Email: info@conceptconstruction.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CPI PROCESS SYSTEMS EXPANDS WAREHOUSE AND OFFICE SPACE November 1, 2023– West Seneca, NY. CPI Process Systems, specialists in
News Release: 10/23/2023
LACTALIS AMERICAN GROUP HIRES CONCEPT CONSTRUCTION TO BUILD THEIR SOUTH PARK PLANT EXPANSION October 23, 2023 - Buffalo, NY. Concept ConstructionCorp was recently selected as the general contractor to work on the Lactalis Whey Plant expansion project. Located at 2375 South Park Ave. in Buffalo, NY., the plans include a 7,600 sq. ft., 8 story high, “Evaporator-Building” and a 4,000 sq. foot “Power-House.” Vince Ricotta (Concept’s VP of Business Development) said that “work began at the end
News Release: The Event 10/23/2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 23, 2023 AMHERST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RECORD SETTING NIGHT: THE EVENT 2023 – CELEBRATING BUSINESS EXCELLENCE The Amherst Chamber of Commerce honors six award recipients who have excelled through
HURWITZ FINE ACHIEVES MIDSIZE CERTIFICATION ''PLUS''
June 6, 2023 Contact: Carolyn Batt CarolynB@hurwitzfine.com 716-849-8977 Hurwitz Fine Achieves Midsize Mansfield Certification “Plus”The law firm is the first Buffalo-based firm to achieve this national diversity certification Buffalo, NY – Hurwitz Fine P.C. has achieved Midsize Mansfield Certification “Plus” Status after a rigorous 18-month collaboration with Diversity Lab to track, measure and achieve diversity in leadership. Hurwitz Fine is the first Buffalo-based law firm to achieve this national
Buffalo Surgery Center Endoscopy
May 23, 2023For Immediate Release Contact: Erica Brecher Email: ebrecher@excelsiorortho.com Cell: (201) 400-8043 AMHERST, N.Y. – Following months of preparation and construction, Buffalo Surgery Center – Endoscopy is now proudly serving its gastroenterology and colorectal patients in its new home, 3915 Sheridan Drive. The milestone marks a new era of safer, more efficient, and more comfortable patient care. The new endoscopy unit features six procedures rooms and 15 patient bays. BSC’s 15
News Release: WNY Be In Business
NEWS RELEASE May 1, 2023 CONTACT: Peter Anderson / Peter.Anderson@erie.gov Phone: (716)858-8500 / Mobile: (716) 270-7842 WNY BE IN BUSINESS CONNECTS ENTREPRENEURS TO NEEDED RESOURCES Erie County Office of Economic Development, Amherst Chamber of Commerce, partners launch initiative to grow small business National Small Business Week is April 30 - May 6 ERIE COUNTY, NY— Small business entrepreneurs will find help in growing their dreams thanks to
Amherst Chamber Business of the Year Event
Amherst Chamber of CommerceMEDIA CONTACTMaureen GirvenMember Services Manager Office: (716) 632.6905Cell: (716) 868.6403marketing@amherst.org Amherst Chamber Business of the Year EventOver 500 community leaders and elected officials scheduled to attend AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, A.J. Baynes, will welcome a record-setting turnout when the Chamber honors five businesses, and one woman ofdistinction at the Chamber’s marquee event, THE EVENT 2022, Monday, October 24
AMHERST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WELCOMES BACK THE EVENT 2021
The Amherst Chamber of Commerce to celebrate FIVE Businesses and a woman of distinction that excelled through the pandemic.CLARENCE, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes joins Chamber members and local leaders MONDAY, OCTOBER 25TH at SALVATORE’S ITALIAN GARDEN 6461 TRANSIT ROAD DEPEW, NY 14043 to recognize several business award winners starting at 5:30pm, awards presented at 6:15PM. “After our “pause” in 2020, it is exciting to be back in person for our biggest event of the year,”
GRAND OPENING: Senior Advocate Services opens their newest location in Amherst
Senior Advocate Services to continue with the tradition of aiding and assisting Seniors. AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes joins Chamber member and local owner Patricia Mascaro in announcing the Grand Opening of Senior Advocate Services at 5pm on Thursday, October 14 at 2185 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Amherst, NY 14228 “It is wonderful to welcome this service to Amherst, especially at this time,” said Baynes. “With nearly 20% of the population in Erie County over the age
Kenmore Mercy to launch COVID support group in October
For Immediate Release: September 28, 2021Kenmore Mercy to launch COVID support group in OctoberA post-COVID support group is launching at Kenmore Mercy Hospital to help virus survivors, loved ones, and care providers cope with a variety of issues and connect with others through their similar journeys. The Catholic Health facility, which has treated thousands of COVID patients over the last year and a half, will offer the free, virtual support group meetings monthly, beginning Thursday, October 21, from 4 –
News Release: 8/24/2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The first truly eco-friendly junk removal service, The Junkluggers, is Now Open and Serving the Northtowns and the Greater Buffalo area!Williamsville, New York. (August 24, 2021) – The Junkluggers is rapidly growing throughout the United States and is proud to now service residential customers and businesses in the Buffalo area, with a special focus on the Northtowns!The fast-growing eco-friendly junk removal company is on a mission to make Buffalo a little greener and eliminate 100%
Rachel's Mediterranean 7/20/2021
Rachel’s Mediterranean Grill -- ANOTHER ONE?! EAST AMHERST, New York - Rachel’s Mediterranean Grill will be opening its thirteenth location on Thursday, July 29th, 2021. The public is invited to celebrate the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a Josh Allen Wyoming jersey giveaway. The event is located at 8250 Transit Road, on the corner of Maple and Transit in the Eastview Plaza in front of HomeGoods and Lowes. We will begin the day with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that will take place at 10:30
Tompkins Financial Advisors: Lifetime Achievement
Anthony L. Gugino, CFP®, of Tompkins Financial Advisors, Wins Lifetime Achievement Award PITTSFORD, NY - In recognition of his ongoing leadership and mentorship, Pittsford, NY resident Anthony, L. Gugino, CFP® has earned the Rochester Business Journal’s prestigious Financial Leaders Lifetime Achievement Award. Gugino serves as an executive vice president and wealth advisor at Tompkins Financial Advisors, where he has worked for the past 34 years, and works with countless clients in the greater
Amherst Chamber of Commerce calls for a permanent updating of State Liquor Authority Laws
Allow for “Alcohol-to-go” purchases to become a permanent fixture AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes joins Chamber member and restauranteur Ellie Grenauer agreeing with the New York State Restaurant Association's call for making a permanent change to the SLA Law allow restaurants the ability to provide alcohol sales with takeout or delivery. "While the pandemic was crippling to businesses across the globe, restaurants paid a very steep price with the shutdown," said
Buffalo’s First Woodshop, Retail Store & DIY Class Center to Open 5/28/2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Seven One Six Wood Design LLCScott Erikson716-217-4498716-343-0950 (cell)www.sevenonesixwooddesign.comsevenonesixwooddesign@gmail.com Buffalo’s First Woodshop, Retail Store & DIY Class Center to OpenSeven One Six Wood Design expands to its first commercial location, in Williamsville Williamsville, NY: On Friday, May 28th and into Memorial Day weekend, Buffalo will welcome Seven One Six Wood Design, the first of its kind woodshop and retail showroom located in Williamsville. Found
SELFIE WRLD GRAND OPENING 5/7/2021
GRAND OPENING: Selfie WRLD to fill Vacancy in the Boulevard MallPRIVATE EVENT @ Selfie WRLD, A Do-It Yourself Photography Studio with a variety of backdrops AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes joins Chamber member and owners Kelly Burke and Jennifer Lynch in announcing an “invite only” Grand Opening of Selfie WRLD at 1:30pm on Friday May 7, located at the Boulevard Mall 730 Alberta Drive, Amherst NY. “I am encouraged and inspired by Kelly and Jennifer, even during a
Catholic Health Hospitals Earn Area’s Best Leapfrog Safety Grades “A”gain
Kenmore Mercy and Mount St. Mary’s Hospitals achieve region’s only “A” Grades Catholic Health has again earned the Buffalo/Niagara region’s highest cumulative overall score in The Leapfrog Group’s spring 2021 Hospital Safety Grade Report and the only “A” Safety Grades in Erie and Niagara counties. In addition, both Kenmore Mercy and Mount St. Mary’s hospitals earned two of the sixteen “A” Safety Grades that were given in all of New York State. This cycle marks Kenmore Mercy’s fifteenth consecutive “A”
Spruce on Main Ribbon Cutting: 4/29/2021
GRAND OPENING:Spruce on Main takes over formerEverything Elmwood Amherst location Spruce on Main collection of modern yet classic home décor, accessories & giftsAMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, A.J. Baynes, joins Chamber member and owner Krista Sobon in announcing the Grand Opening of Spruce on Main, 11am on Thursday, April 29th at 4446 Main Street in Snyder, NY. Spruce on Main quickly became a reality for Snyder resident Krista Sobon. While taking walks with her daughters
Hull House ''Meet Our Past'' 6/6/2021
“Meet Our Past” - A Walk Through History on June 6thHear the Compelling Stories Of Those Who Helped Shape Western New York at Hull Family Home & Farmstead Lancaster, NY – On Sunday, June 6, the public will have the opportunity to meet and hear the compelling stories of people who had an impact on the development of Western New York and helped shape its history, as they are led through a series of informative, fact-based indoor and outdoor scenes during the Hull Family Home & Farmstead’s “Meet Our Past”
CONCEPT CONSTRUCTION BEGINS WORK ON “HISTORIC PRESERVATION/ADAPTIVE RE-USE” MAKE-OVER
1900’S TURN OF THE CENTURY BUILDING REPURPOSED INTO CITY LIVING APTS. April 1, 2021– Buffalo, NY. Interior reconstruction, renovations and building upgrades are well underway at 270 Michigan Avenue, a property that was historically home to the Buffalo Envelope Company. The project’s general contractor, Concept Construction Corp was selected as the Construction Manager by Ellicott Development Co. to oversee the work. Plans call for renovations to the interior of the building into a mix of
ZenBusiness Forms 100k Businesses During Pandemic 3/25/2021
Chamber member startup ZenBusiness, a one-stop-shop to start, run and grow a business, announced that more than 100,000 micro businesses have been formed using the platform since the onset of the pandemic, proving that the US is in the midst of a micro business renaissance. As the pandemic changed how people work, it also provided an opportunity for many to finally realize their dream of becoming a business owner and take the first step towards financial independence. To coincide with the company’s
CONCEPT CONSTRUCTION/UPD: 3/1/2021
CONCEPT CONSTRUCTION COMPLETES BUILD-OUT UNIVERSITY PEDIATRICS DENTAL ASSOCIATES January 23, 2021– Buffalo, NY. UPD University Pediatrics Dental Associates is open for business. Concept Construction Corp. was selected as Construction Manager to oversee the build-out of their newest facility. At 33,000 sq. ft., it is largest pediatric dental center in WNY. Located at 1091 Main St. Buffalo, the facility has 33 custom chairs, 11 procedural rooms and 6 recovery suites. Medical staff have access to
CONCEPT CONSTRUCTION/CITY MATTRESS: 3/1/2021
February 2021 – Concept Construction begins demolition of former Pier One Imports in Henrietta, NY. City Mattress continues to expand it’s local retail presence. Located at 300 Hyland Dr. Henrietta, NY, the 10,800 sq. ft. conversion is well underway. An exterior make-over is planned with a completely re-configured interior. Upgrades include new walls, flooring, ceiling, upgraded lighting and a brand new décor. Concept Construction’s Vice President of Business Development Vince Ricotta said: Referral
BOULEVARD MALL REVAMP, NEW ADDITION TO AMHERST CENTRAL PARK AND ''MIOVISION'' TO EASE TRAFFIC TOP ISSUES IN STATE OF THE TOWN AT AMHERST CHAMBER LUNCHEON
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Chamber’s Annual Luncheon will be held on Friday, January 10th at Buffalo Marriott Niagara where Amherst Supervisor Brian Kulpa will outline his ambitious agenda to reinvent the town for future generations. “We are on the cusp of a brighter tomorrow in the Town of Amherst and beyond,” says Baynes. “Economic development projects are starting to take shape, and we are impressed with the supervisor’s plans to add greenspace,
SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED TO YOUNG PROFESSIONALS LOOKING TO BE FUTURE LEADERS
AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces that two Chamber members are sponsoring scholarships that will allow young professionals to enroll free of charge in the Amherst Chamber of Commerce’s Emerging Business Leaders 2020 Leadership Program. Bryant and Stratton College and Bonefish Grill have agreed to cover the tuition cost of the program, recognizing the value of nurturing our next generation of leaders and promoting programs that assist this demographic in
FREY ELECTRIC NAMED ‘BUSINESS OF THE YEAR’ FOR SPARKING BUFFALO RENAISSANCE!
AMHERST, NY –You may have noticed more construction cranes in the air, more places to live and shop, new hospitals, new hotels, new restaurants and the list goes on and on. That is the Buffalo renaissance. It’s real and it’s what we are celebrating at The Event this year. “Each of our award winners has contributed to the growth and quality of life in our community, and we are proud to take this opportunity to honor their success and #LetItShine, says Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO
HEALTHY PET SUPERSTORE OPENS SECOND BUFFALO STORE IN WILLIAMSVILLE
Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Healthy Pet Superstore located at Williamsville Place at 5397 Sheridan Drive in Williamsville. Healthy Pet Superstore has four locations in the Rochester area. Its first Buffalo area store is located at 3213 Southwestern Boulevard in Orchard Park. “I’m so glad that we could open another store in the area where I grew up,” says Russ Herman, Healthy Pet Superstore CEO. He and his wife, Brenda
HEATHWOOD EXPANSION ADDS ASSISTED LIVING APARTMENTS IN AMHERST
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of newly-expanded Heathwood Assisted Living at 815 Hopkins Road in Williamsville. Heathwood recently completed construction on its new three-story addition of 42 assisted living apartments. Together with its original campus, Heathwood now provides more than 120 apartments for those needing assisted living, enhanced assisted living and memory care services. “Heathwood has a long legacy in
NURSE PRACTITIONERS OPEN ADVANCED INTEGRATIVE CARE, FEATURING HOLISTIC AND TRADITIONAL WELLNESS
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Advanced Integrative Care, a provider of primary and wellness care at the Stonegate Medical Park, 8207 Main Street in Williamsville. Advanced Integrative Care offers science-based traditional and holistic medicine that focuses on the whole person, including all aspects that influence health, wellness and disease. Founder Sherry Ann Verostko-Slazak, Adult Nurse Practitioner has partnered
MASIS STAFFING SOLUTIONS ADDS SECOND NY OFFICE IN AMHERST
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Masis Staffing Solutions at 3551 Sheridan Drive in Amherst. This is the second location in New York for the HR company, which is headquartered in Massachusetts and now has a presence in 14 states. Its first New York office in Rochester opened four years ago. Masis Staffing Solutions is a family-oriented, service-driven staffing firm dedicated to delivering custom solutions for
COMPANY BEHIND ‘BUFFALO’S WARMEST COLD CITY’ TRIP, STANDOUT AT BROADWAY MARKET AND POKE RESTAURANT AMONG THOSE HONORED AT CHAMBER SMALL BUSINESS LUNCHEON
AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A. J. Baynes announces that six local small businesses are being honored at the Chamber’s annual Small Business Showcase and Awards Luncheon sponsored by KeyBank. “Congratulations to our local small business award winners on their success,” says Baynes. “We understand the hard work and sacrifice it takes to make your dream a reality.” Here are this year’s honorees: Oxford Pennant: Small Business of the Year The Buffalo store that designs and
