Business Councils
Through participation in Business Councils, members connect with professionals in similar industries, career stages and work experiences. These connections help grow business, advance careers and build lasting strategic relationships.
Business Councils host programs throughout the year. Presented by experts in their respective fields, programs focus on topics important to today’s business professionals. Past topics include new ways to market your business, how to strengthen leadership skills, incorporating diversity in the work place and how the region’s evolving economy is impacting your business.
Though some Business Councils require a separate application form, there is no additional charge to join if you are a member of the Chamber.
To learn about the Business Councils of the Albany-Colonie Regional Chamber of Commerce, visit the links below or view these brief, introductory videos.
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| Business Council of CohoesThrough educational programming and networking, improve and continue to expand the business climate of Cohoes. - Supports a strong relationship between the business, nonprofit, education and cultural sectors as business and community leaders.
- Provides a valuable link between businesses and local community
- Membership includes businesses in Cohoes and Chamber members interested in enhancing the city’s role in Tech Valley.
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| Tech Valley Young Professionals NetworkServes as a catalyst to connect, develop and empower young professionals - Provides an opportunity to share ideas and vision for the future
- Through the Executive Mentorship Program, connects young professionals with high-level business leaders charged with supporting them in their professional and personal development
- Members range from young professionals to high-level business leaders
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| Small Business CouncilFosters small business and solo entrepreneur growth by providing expert advice, valuable information and resources to aid in successful operations Members include small businesses, solo entrepreneurs, and businesses that support them. > Learn More |
| Tech Valley Global Business NetworkAssists any Capital Region organization or individual interested in learning more about global business. - Aligns the premier economic development organizations in the area around the single issue of helping educate and provide networking opportunities for area companies interested in global trade
- Members include manufacturers, service providers, as well as educators and economic developers.
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| Tech Valley Nonprofit Business CouncilProvides a forum for nonprofit and member businesses to learn from and support each other and address common issues and opportunities. - Educates Chamber members and the public regarding nonprofits
- Attracts the support of Chamber members for nonprofit missions
- Provides networking and program opportunities for both nonprofit and for-profit on topical areas of interest to both
- Members include non-profit organizations and businesses
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| Women’s Business CouncilPromotes the full participation and leadership of women at all levels in the workplace. - Holds monthly meetings featuring various business and educational topics
- Two annual signature events, Women of excellence Awards Luncheon and Symposium on Excellence
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*Dependent on month.