Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce

The Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce is the principal business, civic and economic development agency for the Rensselaer Gateway communities. Founded in 1900, the Chamber represents nearly 800 diverse businesses and community organizations employing nearly 40,000 professionals. The Chamber serves all its members -- from sole proprietors to corporations with thousands of people -- with programs and services designed to inform, educate and assist them in reaching their full business potential. The Rensselaer Gateway communities include Rensselaer County, the cities of Cohoes and Watervliet, and the villages of Green Island and Waterford. Historically, the Rensselaer Gateway is considered the birthplace of America's Industrial Revolution; today it is a hub of modern global information businesses. Many leading high technology companies are headquartered here, along with thousands of small entrepreneurial businesses and a network of university-supported incubator businesses. The Rensselaer Gateway is proud to be home to many cultural institutions, outdoor recreational sites and seasonal sporting adventures. We are within easy distance of the Adirondacks and the Catskills and the Green Mountains of Vermont. In addition, our communities are home to some of the best restaurants in the Northeast. Welcome to Rensselaer County..."Life Looks Good From Here!"

third estate ventures

Third Estate Ventures is a 501(c)(3) social enterprise helping communities develop without displacement, while also improving the financial outlook for the parent municipality. Our team focuses on fostering community appropriate density and amenities to forge a mixed-use, mixed-income community ripe for co-investment by, for example, public private partnerships or REITs. Third Estate's signature programs deal with student debt forgiveness to attract talented individuals and businesses to up-and-coming communities, and homeownership for low-income individuals to help current residents participate in community development without gentrifying themselves out. As we believe in a holistic approach to community development, the Third Estate Team also utilizes zoning/land use policy, business improvement districts, tax increment financing, bonds, community benefits agreements, participatory budgeting, and public private partnerships, to name a few tools, to achieve the shared visions of community residents and their elected officials.

Black Leaders Worldwide™

Black Leaders Worldwide is the world's largest business club for black professionals, representing the best and brightest leaders, executives, entrepreneurs, investors, inventors, and gamechangers around the world. Learn more and request membership at www.blackleadersworldwide.com. Join our Linkedin group at https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12050207.

hollywood chamber of commerce

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce (HCC) exists to promote and enhance the business, cultural, and civic well-being of Hollywood. A trusted partner of business leaders and the surrounding community since 1921. Our members are the stars paving the way toward a brighter future in the Hollywood community. With some 700 members, that represent about 148,000 employees, the Chamber is the largest business organization in Hollywood and serves as a place for our diverse members to connect, grow, and make a difference. The HCC is the proud steward of two global icons: the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Hollywood Sign. Connect with us today and join our community of business leaders at hollywoodchamber.net.

OCIACC and LAIACC

Our Mission is to facilitate the success of minority businesses by offering educational and networking opportunities, fostering community outreach, and promoting successful assimilation to the business community. Vision Statement: To mentor, connect, inspire and work towards a better community. About Us: The OCIACC represents the interests of and provides access to Orange County’s businesses and professionals. We support the development of these businesses and foster new businesses by providing opportunities for networking and collaboration, legislative advocacy, education and training programs. Being part of the OCIACC stresses the importance of community involvement and making a difference by giving back to the community.”