Networking events – Putnam County Business Council https://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com Advocate. Support. Grow. Sun, 23 Oct 2022 16:48:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/image-1-36x36.jpg Networking events – Putnam County Business Council https://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com 32 32 2022 Best of Putnam Awards winners are…. https://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/2022-best-of-putnam-awards-winners-are/ Sun, 23 Oct 2022 16:38:21 +0000 http://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/?p=5595 #top .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-fc4b535d9ec0cf96b699d2021744089a{ padding-bottom:10px; } body .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-fc4b535d9ec0cf96b699d2021744089a .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{ font-size:25px; } .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-fc4b535d9ec0cf96b699d2021744089a .av-subheading{ font-size:15px; }

The 2022 Best of Putnam Awards Night is upon us,

and the winners are….

best of putnam event

There’s still time to RSVP for the awards show by filling out the form below!!!



RSVP for the Best of Putnam awards dinner

If you’re requesting 10 tickets simply complete THIS form and we will accept payment by check or credit card at the event at the discounted rate of $1,150 vs. $1,250

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 Best Restaurant
Florrie Kaye’s Tearoom

Best Food – Caterer
Ledley Food Services

Best Food – Event Space
Villa Barone Hilltop Manor

Best Florist or Nursery
Carmel Flower Shop, Inc.

Best Non-Profit
CoveCare Center

Best Auto Dealership
Park Ford of Mahopac, Inc.

Best Mechanic / Service Shop
Patterson Auto Body

Best Home Improvement Service / Contractor
Bliss Maintenance Inc

Best Boutique / Shop
Katherine’s Gift Shop

Best Bakery
Brewster Pastry

Best Child Care
Camp Herrlich

Best Salon / Barber Shop
CoZi’s Barber Shop

Best Insurance Company or Broker
Allan Twitty Insurance

Best Investment / Financial Planning Company or Person
Handle My Books

Best IT or Technology Company or Person
Ferrara IT – Sal Ferrara

Best Medical Provider (Doctor, Therapist, Dentist)
Advanced Health NY

Best Lawyer
Law Offices of Joseph J. Tock

Best Pet Care
Diana’s Paws

Best Realtor
Chad Collesian -Compass Real Estate

Best Personal Organizer
Mess Rescue Professional Organizing

Best Junk Removal
Local Boys NY

]]> PCBC Annual meeting & networking event on April 7th 2022 https://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/annual-pcbc-breakfast-networking-event/ Sat, 05 Mar 2022 12:56:11 +0000 http://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/?p=5451 #top .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-6f6e6a48166a5551e31de5ef9d6f04f0{ padding-bottom:10px; } body .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-6f6e6a48166a5551e31de5ef9d6f04f0 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{ font-size:25px; } .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-6f6e6a48166a5551e31de5ef9d6f04f0 .av-subheading{ font-size:15px; }

PCBC Annual meeting & networking event

Annual PCBC breakfast meeting

]]> Networking dinner on July 13th | Clocktower Grill https://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/networking-dinner-on-july-13th-clocktower-grill/ Thu, 17 Jun 2021 01:08:07 +0000 http://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/?p=3630 .flex_column.av-dutoke-da7388f392947312e9278fb3802eac9d{ border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px; padding:0px 0px 0px 0px; }

Putnam County Business Council hosts first networking event in over 18 months

Clocktower Grill

512 Clock Tower Commons Dr, Brewster, NY 10509
5:30-7:30pm
$30 entry fee
Includes networking and appetizers
Cash bar

Register for the event here

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]]> COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted | Save the date!, join us for Putnam County Business Council’s Nonprofit Committee In-person Event – June 21, 2021 7:45 AM https://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/covid-19-restrictions-lifted-save-the-date-join-us-for-putnam-county-business-councils-nonprofit-committee-in-person-event-june-21-2021-745-am/ Wed, 16 Jun 2021 16:39:13 +0000 http://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/?p=3622 #top .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-666dfca0a6d150af8c31aa80a08f6a03{ padding-bottom:10px; } body .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-666dfca0a6d150af8c31aa80a08f6a03 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{ font-size:25px; } .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-666dfca0a6d150af8c31aa80a08f6a03 .av-subheading{ font-size:15px; }

COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted as 70% of Adult New Yorkers Have Received First Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine

Governor Cuomo today announced that COVID-19 restrictions are lifted immediately as 70 percent of New Yorkers aged 18 or older have received the first dose of their COVID-19 vaccination series. The State’s health guidance and New York Forward industry specific guidelines—including social gathering limits, capacity restrictions, social distancing, cleaning and disinfection, health screening, and contact information for tracing—are now optional for retail, food services, offices, gyms and fitness centers, amusement and family entertainment, hair salons, barber shops and personal care services, among other commercial settings.
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Unvaccinated individuals continue to be responsible for wearing masks, in accordance with federal CDC guidance. Consistent with the State’s implementation of the recent CDC guidance, masks are still required for unvaccinated individuals. Further, the State’s health guidelines continue to be in effect for large-scale indoor event venues, pre-K to grade 12 schools, public transit, homeless shelters, correctional facilities, nursing homes, and health care settings per CDC guidelines.
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Not only do we have the lowest COVID positivity rate in the United States of America, we have hit 70 percent vaccination ahead of schedule.
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Please Join us for the Putnam County Business Council’s Nonprofit Committee In-person Event June 21, 2021 7:45 AM

Join us for Putnam County Business Council’s Nonprofit Committee In-person Event!
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DATE: TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2021
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Please Join us for the Putnam County Business Council’s Nonprofit Committee In-person Event | June 21, 2021 7:45 AM

Join us for Putnam County Business Council’s Nonprofit Committee In-person Event!
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DATE: TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2021
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]]> Reputation Matters: Protect Your Greatest Asset https://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/reputation-matters-protect-your-greatest-asset/ Fri, 14 May 2021 15:37:45 +0000 http://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/?p=3531 #top .av-special-heading.av-koohe2di-a660ddb772329b042e994244eecfad6b{ padding-bottom:10px; } body .av-special-heading.av-koohe2di-a660ddb772329b042e994244eecfad6b .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{ font-size:25px; } .av-special-heading.av-koohe2di-a660ddb772329b042e994244eecfad6b .av-subheading{ font-size:15px; }

Reputation Matters: Protect Your Greatest Asset

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]]> REGISTER for the Preliminary Overview of the Restaurant Revitalization Grant Fund – Wednesday April 21st @ 8:30 AM | Commercial Real Estate and The Potential Marijuana Impact https://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/register-for-the-preliminary-overview-of-the-restaurant-revitalization-grant-fund-wednesday-april-21st-830-am-commercial-real-estate-and-the-potential-marijuana-impact/ Mon, 19 Apr 2021 16:50:02 +0000 http://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/?p=3452 #top .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-8bb9a3aed620736250acaf1fc7bfdd34{ padding-bottom:10px; } body .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-8bb9a3aed620736250acaf1fc7bfdd34 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{ font-size:25px; } .av-special-heading.av-av_heading-8bb9a3aed620736250acaf1fc7bfdd34 .av-subheading{ font-size:15px; }

REGISTER for the Preliminary Overview of the Restaurant Revitalization Grant Fund

Join us for a Preliminary Overview of the Restaurant Revitalization Grant Fund
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The US SBA is targeting April to launch a phased rollout of the $28.6 billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF). The American Rescue Plan Act, P.L. 117-2, created the RRF to provide restaurants with grants – not loans – potentially equal to pandemic-related revenue losses, up to $10 million per entity, or $5 million per physical location for a certain periods during the pandemic. Restaurants and bars have been among the hardest hit businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic and this program is targeted specifically for them.
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While the information is still early and subject to change this webinar will be looking at how and what we will likely need to prepare to apply, what sort of information will be required and how the RFF may interact with PPP (First or Second Draw) and EIDL or other programs our bars and restaurants may have utilized.
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DATE: Wednesday, April 21st
TIME: 8:30 AM
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Join us via Zoom or Playback on Facebook/Website
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Commercial Real Estate and The Potential Marijuana Impact

According to the National Association of Realtors the demand for industrial space and land will remain strong compared to other types of properties. The trends of working from home, the want and need to get outdoors and have a place to breathe, and the continuing expansion of E-Commerce will continue to be the primary drivers of the commercial real estate market. Multi-family dwellings are still in demand even with investors worried about the ability of renters to pay rent. Hospitality and lodging will continue to suffer until the Vaccine starts to make a difference, travel increases, and in-person business begins to resume.
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The legalization of Marijuana will be an interesting development for The commercial Real Estate industry. Another recent survey by the National Association of Realtors indicates that “states where medical and recreational marijuana have been legalized for more than three years have seen more increases in demand for commercial properties.” As the NAR report indicates, 42% of those states have seen an increase in demand for warehouses while managing a 27% increase in demand for storefronts and a 21% increase in demand for land.
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Many fear the Impact on the residential community as a whole. Years after the legalization of marijuana in California, that same NAR report found that ”60% of Realtors reported no change in property values while 8% reported a slight increase, and 4% reported a significant increase. Between 8-27% of members polled did see a decrease in residential property values near dispensaries, but these results do not comprise the majority opinion.” While property value and demand are only one way to measure the impact of the legalization of marijuana on a community, it seems to be an important one.
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A very interesting move by New York State is allowing the municipalities instead of the county to decide if the Town/Village/City will participate with the program. Putnam County has made it very clear that it does not support the legalization of marijuana so it will be interesting to see what the local leaders decide. New York will set a 9 percent sales tax on cannabis plus an additional 4% county and local tax. If a municipality opts in, will the county still collect its portion of the sales tax?
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Jennifer Maher
Founding Chairwoman of the Putnam County Business Council
COO J. Philip Real Estate
info@putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com

REGISTER For The PCBC Legislative Priorities “Town Hall” – Thursday, April 29th @ 7:30AM

Thank you very much for your help and assistance in the past for your work with the Putnam County Business Council serving on the task force for “Re-opening Putnam County safely”. Your time is valuable and we appreciate your input and time.
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Because of your leadership we would like to invite you to participate in the PCBCs “Legislative Priorities” Meeting. We plan to have a “town hall” style meeting sharing the input we have from our membership survey along with the legislative items we’ve identified over the last year. Attached is a draft of that document for your review. We would love your input prior to the event as well as to add to the discussion. The plan is to present the draft of priorities at the meeting and to gather feedback and additional input from our membership as well as local business owners.
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We hope you find this an informative and interactive meeting that will continue the push for the success of the business community in Putnam County. Below is the registration information – we hope you can join us!

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DATE: Thursday, 29th April
TIME: 07:30 AM
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting
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]]> SBA Economic Aid Act update | The Impact, Influence and Leadership of Women on Corporate Boards https://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/sba-economic-aid-act-update-the-impact-influence-and-leadership-of-women-on-corporate-boards/ Wed, 10 Mar 2021 17:42:02 +0000 http://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/?p=3369 #top .av-special-heading.av-km3oie31-cd2ef6d62935a7473f0752260b9f9d25{ padding-bottom:10px; } body .av-special-heading.av-km3oie31-cd2ef6d62935a7473f0752260b9f9d25 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{ font-size:25px; } .av-special-heading.av-km3oie31-cd2ef6d62935a7473f0752260b9f9d25 .av-subheading{ font-size:15px; }

SBA Economic Aid Act update

Paycheck Protection Program
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  1. New COVID Relief Program Report has been posted with top-line data as of 3/4/21.
 Covering top-line data from PPP, Forgiveness, EIDL and the completed 2020 EIDL Advance
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Shuttered Venue Operator Grants
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Note: the SVOG application release date is still TBD and the Agency hopes to have some more finite details soon.
Economic Injury Disaster Loans
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Translations of COVID-19 EIDL FAQs are now posted in the language library. As a reminder, the English version at the top matches the translated versions below to help you find a specific document. We also have a document landing page for Spanish and the other 16 versions.
OIG/Scams & Fraud prevention
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Revised translations of the fraud/scams notice are in the language library as well

Women’s Business Forum The Impact, Influence and Leadership of Women on Corporate Boards

Women’s Business Forum
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As the business community begins to understand and embrace the growing value, impact and influence of women on corporate boards, learn how you can leverage your leadership skills and experience to achieve the status of board member. Our panel of women business leaders has a long history of serving on many corporate boards and will explain the steps taken to bring about their success and discuss how you can leverage yourself in securing an influential leadership role.
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DATE: Tuesday, March 30
TIME:  11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Other Upcoming Business Council Virtual Events

Labor/HR Webinar: Leave Management
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New York State/New York City paid sick leave, state and federal COVID leave programs, PFL/ADA/FMLA/Workers’ Compensation/NYS Short-term Disability – managing an employee’s leave status while out sick, injured or caring for a family member is a challenge for businesses of all sizes. This program will provide examples and guidance based questions received through The Business Council’s HR Hotline.
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DATE: Thursday, March 18
TIME: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Labor/HR Webinar: Legalized Cannabis
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Legalized recreational marijuana in New York State will have a significant impact on employers, their drug-free workplace policies and their drug testing practices. We will discuss best practices and strategies for complying with the law and ensuring a safe and productive workplace.
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DATE: Thursday, April 15
TIME: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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NYSEG Making Upgrades In Carmel To Improve Reliability

More reliable power is coming to thousands of Putnam County residents as NYSEG kicks off an extensive project to make improvements to the power grid in Carmel.
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New York State Electric & Gas announced a pair of projects – one on the north side of town along Horsepound Road and one in the southern part of Carmel, along Stebbings Road.
According to NYSEG, the projects – part of the company’s “Resiliency Program” – will upgrade approximately three miles of power lines and bring enhanced reliability to approximately 4,107 residential and business customers.
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Read the Full article HERE
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Join us for the PCBC Traveling Business Network – Quarterly Gathering

LIVE via Social Media & PCBC Website
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Join the PCBC Traveling Business Network for our first quarter event!
Guest speaker, Kevin Brown, Hudson Barter Exchange, will lead an introductory discussion about the ancient practice of bartering and how 21st-century businesses are using this form of trade to procure necessary goods and services when cash flow is tight.
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DATE: Thursday, March 11
TIME: 6:30 pm
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Click the button BELOW to REGISTER
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Tompkins Financial Advisors Expands “Women & Wellness” Financial Roundtable Discussions to the Hudson Valley Region

Growth of Complimentary Monthly Series Based on Interest; 
Need for Increased Financial Literacy Among Women 
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Just in time for Women’s History Month in March, and in response to data showing women’s increased interest in saving more for unexpected circumstances since the pandemic,
Tompkins Financial Advisors is growing its recently launched Women & Wellness financial roundtable discussions across its footprint. The free monthly program began this fall in Central New York, but interest from beyond the region, along with the virtual format, led to a decision to make the forums open to women in the Hudson Valley. Each 30-minute session features a female financial expert sharing experiences and tips around financial well-being. The next presentation will be held on Wednesday, March 17 at 10 a.m. EST.
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Led by Michelle Ochs, assistant vice president and trust counsel for Tompkins Financial Advisors, the March discussion will center around “Estate Planning: Modern Families Need Modern Planning” and will cover of-the-times estate planning issues, including those facing blended families, divorced families, cohabitating couples, single parent families and more. To register for the next Women & Wellness Monthly Financial Roundtable Discussions, or future roundtables, please visit http://webinar.tompkinsfinancialadvisors.com/women-and-wellness.
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Previous sessions have been recorded and can also be accessed through the registration link on Tompkins’ website, including presentations on “Investing 101,” “Managing Your Finances During Periods of Uncertainty,” “Financial Planning: Time to Take Control,” “The Art of Building Wealth,” “Retirement Planning: Living Longer & Saving More.”
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“The response to the first five roundtables was incredible,” said Susan Redsicker, Tompkins Financial Advisor’s vice president and director of financial planning and one of the program’s founders. “Our goal, when we got started, was to educate women in the community and to create a space for women to talk frankly about money. Including women in the Hudson Valley is an important step in making sure more women have access to these vital conversations.”
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About Tompkins Financial Advisors: 
Tompkins Financial Advisors is the wealth management firm of Tompkins Financial Corporation, a leading New York State-based financial services holding company. With more than a century of experience, Tompkins Financial Advisors provides customized wealth management strategies. Locations include Ithaca, NY; Rochester, NY; Buffalo, NY; White Plains, NY; Wyomissing, PA and Blue Bell, PA. Wealth Advisors also are available by appointment at Tompkins Financial affiliate locations, including Tompkins Trust Company, Tompkins Mahopac Bank, Tompkins Bank of Castile, Tompkins VIST Bank and Tompkins Insurance Agencies. For more information, visit www.tompkinsfinancialadvisors.com or follow the firm on LinkedIn.

Seeking Women Owned Businesses for Women’s History Month Celebration

Beginning on March 1, The Business Council will launch a Women’s History Month webpage. The page will be dedicated to showcasing women businesses owners and those who have made an impact in business. We are also featuring resources and links for women business owners.
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If you know of a women-owned business we should feature in March, please have them contact Patrick Bailey.
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Interested in sponsoring our website feature? Contact Maribeth Riley.

REPLAY of our “Business Talkback” Panel — Construction & Real Estate: What does the Future Hold?

If you missed the informative “Business Talkback session. Here is your opportunity to view the replay.
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Thank you to our Panelists.
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  • Stacey Tompkins, owner & president, Tompkins Excavating
  • Jeff Contelmo, president and senior principal engineer, Insite Engineering
  • Tom Le Perch, director Houlihan Lawrence Commercial Real Estate
  • J. Philip Faranda, co-owner and founder, J. Philip Real Estate
  • Kathleen Abels, president, Putnam EDC
  • Bill Nulk, board member president, Putnam IDA
  • John Kraus, Tompkins Mahopac Bank
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Join us for the “Business Talkback” Panel — Construction & Real Estate: What does the Future Hold?

PCBC business talkback: Construction Panel
LIVE via Social Media & PCBC Website
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Please join us for a “Business Talkback” panel discussion, featuring industry leaders on the future of the Construction & Real Estate sector and its impact on Putnam County economic development and the local community.
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DATE: Friday, February 26
TIME: 7:30 am – 8:30 am
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A great line up of panelists so far…
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  • Stacey Tompkins, owner & president, Tompkins Excavating
  • Jeff Contelmo, president and senior principal engineer, Insite Engineering
  • Tom Le Perch, director Houlihan Lawrence Commercial Real Estate
  • J. Philip Faranda, co-owner and founder, J. Philip Real Estate
  • Kathleen Abels, president, Putnam EDC
  • Bill Nulk, board member president, Putnam IDA
  • John Kraus, Tompkins Mahopac Bank
Click the button BELOW to REGISTER
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

First-Time Homebuyers Seminar – February 23rd, 5:30 PM

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Tompkins Mahopac Bank Participates in the Second Round of PPP Funding: Now Open to New Business Customers

Tompkins Mahopac Bank has launched its online application portal for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) second round of funding for businesses, and is now accepting applications from businesses located within its geographic service areas who do not yet maintain an active business checking or loan account with Tompkins, as described HERE.
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“We are very pleased to be able to offer this SBA funding,” said Tompkins Mahopac Bank President and CEO Gerald J. Klein, Jr. “Our team understands how challenging these times have been and we are glad we can help members of our community access these vital funds.”
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New business customers must visit a Tompkins branch location to apply for a business checking account prior to the submission of their PPP application through the portal. Minority and women-owned businesses are encouraged to apply.
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To learn more about the application process or to submit an application for PPP Funding, please Click HERE.
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About Tompkins Mahopac Bank 
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Tompkins Mahopac Bank, part of Tompkins Financial Corporation, has personalized service, local decision-making and a broad range of services for consumers and businesses. Wealth management services are provided through the offices of Tompkins Financial Advisors. Whether you prefer branch or remote mobile banking, we provide the breadth of services and local decision-making to make what’s possible a reality. Locally Focused. A World of Possibilities. More information is available at www.mahopacbank.com.
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