The Chamber
The Chamber’s mission is to advocate as the voice of the business community, provide value-added services to our members, and facilitate collaboration that supports economic development for the greater good of Cayuga County.
The Chamber envisions a prosperous, vibrant, and interconnected business community in Cayuga County. Our benefits enable members to strengthen their businesses and organizations through marketing and publicity, education and training, cost-savings, and involvement in programs and events. Further, the Chamber connects like-minded organizations and resources, taking a collaborative approach to doing business throughout all of Cayuga County.
What began in 1908 as a trade business organization has evolved into a strong and active partner in the growth of Cayuga County’s economy. The Chamber’s support for the local business community and non-profit sector contributes to increased prosperity and economic development, as well as an improved social and cultural climate in our area.
If you would like to contact any member of the Chamber staff or board, please contact the Chamber Office.
Chamber Staff
Amy Fuller, Executive Director
Jessica Wrench, Education and Resource Coordinator
Christine Morse, Communications Coordinator
Board of Directors
Chair
Megan Popkess, Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES Regional Education Center
Vice-Chair
Daryl Schermerhorn, Markert USA
Treasurer
Tessa Crawford, Auburn Enlarged City School District
Secretary
Melissa Leader, Empower FCU
Legal Counsel
Trevor Hinman, Boyle & Anderson, PC
Board of Directors
Joshua Alexander, Auburn Community Hospital
Dr. Ronald Cantor, Cayuga Community College
Barb Cuthbert, Community Computer/MEDENT
Mark Divietro, Silbert Optical
Amanda Grover, NUCOR
Jacob Hamilton, The Hamilton Salon
Emily Hilimire, Lyons National Bank
Chris Iven, Unity House of Cayuga County
Melody Johnson, Melody’s
Kimberly Jones, Inns of Aurora
Courtney Rae Kasper, Equal Rights Heritage Center
Joseph Kime, Beardsley Architects + Engineers
Diane Pisciotti, Currier