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-Bronx Chamber Honors Rob Walsh for Irish Heritage Reception

-Emerging Professionals Mixer Recap

-Bronx Chamber Leads Bronx M/WBE Certifications

-Commercial District Program Update

-Jerome Avenue

-White Plains Road

-138th Street

-Bruckner Blvd

-Pelham Parkway

-Ridgewood Savings Bank Ribbon Cutting

Legislative & Advocacy Updates

-Bronx Chamber Statement on Elephant Captivity Legislation

-SOMOS Albany Summit Recap

Funding Opportunities

-Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant Program

Engagement Surveys

-5 Borough Jobs Coalition

Upcoming Events

-Women of Distinction Luncheon, 3/31/2023 at 11:30am

BRONX CHAMBER HONORS ROB WALSH

IRISH HERITAGE RECEPTION, 3/21/2023

2023 Irish Heritage Celebration & Networking Reception

The Bronx Chamber of Commerce Honors

Robert Walsh, Interim President of the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation & Former Commissioner of NYC Department of Small Business Services

The Bronx Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Celebration of Irish Heritage and Networking Reception on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 6:00pm at Rambling House, 4292 Katonah Avenue Bronx, NY. The evening acknowledges the achievements and contributions of the Irish community on the Bronx and New York City economies and its impact on small business.

The 2023 Reception honors Robert Walsh, Interim President of the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation (BOEDC) and former Commissioner of NYC Department of Small Business Services.

“The Irish community has contributed so much to the economic development and growth of New York City and the Bronx,” said Lisa Sorin, President of the Bronx Chamber of Commerce. “From the earliest days of immigration, the Irish planted a stake in New York City and transformed it to what it is today. The Bronx Chamber of Commerce is delighted to celebrate this community which adds to the rich fabric of what makes our borough so great. It is especially fitting to honor Rob Walsh – a devoted New Yorker and our Board member – for his commitment to New York and our future.”

The evening features live music, networking, drink specials, Irish fare, and acknowledges the contributions of notable Irish Americans and their influence on Bronx business and economic development. Reserve your spot, Click Here.

EMERGING PROFESSIONALS MIXER HOSTED WITH

COUNCILMEMBER PIERINA SANCHEZ

The Bronx Chamber of Commerce joined, Councilmember Pierina Sanchez, and NYC Department of Small Business Services for an evening of bites, drinks, and conversation focused on emerging professionals, solo entrepreneurs and new industries impacting the Bronx and New York City. The evening, hosted at Fokkus Lounge on Fordham Road gathered leaders from throughout the Bronx and District 14 and launched the creation of the 2023 Emerging Professionals Committee for the Bronx Chamber of Commerce.

The evening included a dynamic fireside chat with local business leaders, networking, and access to customized business services through the Small Business Resource Network and the Office of Councilmember Sanchez.

For more information on how to get involved email: [email protected]

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