Goshen, N.Y. (July 1, 2011) – Glen Arden celebrated 15 years of helping seniors live their lives to the fullest as residents of the continuing care retirement community. Residents, their families and the community attended celebratory events at the Goshen-based retirement community in early June. At the celebration held June 4 and 5, residents and … Continue reading “GLEN ARDEN CELEBRATES 15TH ANNIVERSARY WITH ORIGINAL RESIDENTS”
Year: 2011
Focus on Marketing: Justify marketing efforts
Marketers take note: CEOs think you are not credible. Nearly three-quarters of CEOs believe marketing professionals lack business credibility because they are focusing more on branding and “pretty” plans and less on results — sales growth — from their work. According to a survey of more than 600 CEOs and decision-makers at large corporations and … Continue reading “Focus on Marketing: Justify marketing efforts”
ELANT FOUNDATION TO HOST LEGAL RESOURCE DAY JULY 8 AT GLEN ARDEN
Goshen, N.Y. (June 30, 2011) – The Elant Foundation is hosting a free Legal Resource Day for residents, family and friends as well as anyone in the community at its Glen Arden facility. Those interested in hearing a presentation on estate planning, planned giving, health care proxies, and living wills are welcome to attend this … Continue reading “ELANT FOUNDATION TO HOST LEGAL RESOURCE DAY JULY 8 AT GLEN ARDEN”
CATSKILL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER APPOINTS FAITH KOTZKER AS SKILLED NURSING UNIT ADMINISTRATOR
June 30, 2011 – Harris, N.Y. – Catskill Regional Medical Center (CRMC) today announced the appointment of Faith Kotzker as its Skilled Nursing Unit Administrator. Kotzker will join CRMC’s senior leadership team and report directly to the CEO. “Faith brings a very successful track record as a skilled nursing unit administrator to CRMC,” said Rosemary … Continue reading “CATSKILL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER APPOINTS FAITH KOTZKER AS SKILLED NURSING UNIT ADMINISTRATOR”
CATSKILL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER OUTPATIENT REHABILITATION CONTINUES COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERIES
Rotator cuff rehabilitation to be discussed on July 26 June 28, 2011 – Harris, N.Y. – The Catskill Regional Medical Center (CRMC) Outpatient Rehabilitation Services Department will continue its community education series with a presentation on shoulder rotator cuff rehabilitation on July 26 from 10 a.m. to noon in Boardrooms A and B at the … Continue reading “CATSKILL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER OUTPATIENT REHABILITATION CONTINUES COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERIES”
GLEN ARDEN SUMMER CONCERT SERIES FEATURES SWING, JAZZ
Goshen, N.Y. (June 28, 2011) – Glen Arden’s Summer Concert Series continues through July and August, so bring your lawn chairs, blankets and enjoy a free, fun-filled musical evening. The events are: Thursday, July 21, 6 p.m.: “Lady & 3 Gents,” hear the sounds of swing music Thursday, Aug. 11, 6 p.m.: “Skye Jazz Trio,” … Continue reading “GLEN ARDEN SUMMER CONCERT SERIES FEATURES SWING, JAZZ”
THE RUBY GROUP HOLDS RIBBON CUTTING FOR RECONSTRUCTED OFFICES
GOSHEN, N.Y. (June 24, 2011) – The Ruby Group (TRG), a Goshen, N.Y.-based development, consulting and construction-management company, cut the ribbon on its newly reconstructed offices on Thursday, June 23, 2011. Howie and Pete Berman, the owners, did the cutting honors with the help of James O’Donnell, Deputy County Executive, Orange County; Jonathan Rouis, Chairman … Continue reading “THE RUBY GROUP HOLDS RIBBON CUTTING FOR RECONSTRUCTED OFFICES”
Focus on Marketing: Good citizenship is good business
The region’s business community lost a giant this week. On a personal level, I lost a mentor, friend and someone who believed in my professional abilities well before most others. Dave Cocks started as a teller at Walden Savings Bank 33 years ago. He became the bank’s president in 2000. When he passed away on … Continue reading “Focus on Marketing: Good citizenship is good business”
MIKE OATES NAMED TO NYBA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (June 20, 2011) – Mike Oates, President and CEO of Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp., has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the New York Biotechnology Association (NYBA). “Mike Oates will be a terrific addition to the NYBA Board. The collaboration of NY BIOHUD VALLEY and NYBA on such a … Continue reading “MIKE OATES NAMED TO NYBA BOARD OF DIRECTORS”
AUREON BIOSCIENCES IS COMMITTED TO NY BIOHUD VALLEY, EXPANDS IN YONKERS LOCATION
YONKERS, N.Y. (June 16, 2011) – Aureon Biosciences, Inc. strongly committed to NY BIOHUD VALLEY, the City of Yonkers and Westchester County, has expanded yet again in i.park Hudson, taking another 8,000 square feet of commercial space. “Aureon Biosciences started here 10 years ago,” Corporate Compliance Officer Dr. Charles J. DiComo said. “We continue to … Continue reading “AUREON BIOSCIENCES IS COMMITTED TO NY BIOHUD VALLEY, EXPANDS IN YONKERS LOCATION”
ULSTER COUNTY PREPARING FOR JULY 4TH CELEBRATIONS
A variety of events and lodging specials across the county highlight festivities KINGSTON, N.Y. (June 16, 2011) – Independence Day celebrations in Ulster County get an early start this year as the free fireworks show in Kingston kicks off a week’s worth of activities, attractions and lodgings. The popular fireworks show kicks off at dusk … Continue reading “ULSTER COUNTY PREPARING FOR JULY 4TH CELEBRATIONS”
Focus on Marketing: Guard your brand closely
Brand building is a process. Just ask LeBron James. You can bet LeBron’s marketing team has been working long hours this week, after his multi-million dollar brand suffered an unexpected setback Sunday when the Miami Heat was upset by the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals. James’ brand has transcended professional basketball since he broke … Continue reading “Focus on Marketing: Guard your brand closely”
ALEXANDER TOSI BRINGS HIS PHARMACEUTICAL EXPERIENCE TO THE HVEDC BOARD
(June 13, 2011) – A pharmaceutical executive is the newest member on the board of the Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. Alexander Tosi is Senior Director, Business Process Management and Strategy at Pfizer Pharmaceuticals and is responsible for both strategic planning and operational analysis at the Pfizer facility in Pearl River. Tosi started with … Continue reading “ALEXANDER TOSI BRINGS HIS PHARMACEUTICAL EXPERIENCE TO THE HVEDC BOARD”
Focus on Marketing: Train to avert negative publicity
As recently as 10 years ago, major Manhattan public relations agencies considered media training to be a small segment of their businesses. But the advent of social media and electronic communications has catapulted media training into one of the fastest-growing practices in the industry. In fact, it is striking to follow the national news from … Continue reading “Focus on Marketing: Train to avert negative publicity”
ULSTER COUNTY’S BOUNTIFUL FARMERS MARKETS READY FOR BUSINESS Fresh-from-the-field food highlights offerings
Kingston, N.Y. (June 9, 2011) – Ulster County’s farmers markets are getting into full swing this season as they open for business in Saugerties, Woodstock, Ellenville, Kingston, New Paltz, Highland, Plattekill and Milton throughout the month of June. And, as farmers unveil an array of fresh fruits and vegetables, Ulster County counts down to one … Continue reading “ULSTER COUNTY’S BOUNTIFUL FARMERS MARKETS READY FOR BUSINESS Fresh-from-the-field food highlights offerings”
CATSKILL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER’S MARKETING DEPARTMENT RECEIVES FOUR NATIONAL HEALTHCARE MARKETING AWARDS
June 7, 2011 – Harris, N.Y. – The Catskill Regional Medical Center (CRMC) Marketing and Public Relations Department recently received four prominent national marketing awards from the 28th Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards competition and the Aster Awards for excellence in medical marketing. CRMC received a Merit Award from the Healthcare Advertising Awards in the category … Continue reading “CATSKILL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER’S MARKETING DEPARTMENT RECEIVES FOUR NATIONAL HEALTHCARE MARKETING AWARDS”
RIVERSIDE BANK PRESIDENT AND CEO TO LEAD ELANT POLO PICNIC
Goshen, N.Y. (June 7, 2011) – David S. MacFarland, President and CEO of Poughkeepsie-based Riverside Bank, has been named honorary chair of the 2011 Elant Polo Picnic to benefit the Elant Foundation, Elant Inc.’s fundraising arm. The Elant Polo Picnic, now in its 10th year, will be held from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on … Continue reading “RIVERSIDE BANK PRESIDENT AND CEO TO LEAD ELANT POLO PICNIC”
ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS ACCELERATOR SIGNS 911 FAMILY OF PRODUCTS AS NEWEST ASSOCIATE CLIENT
New Windsor, N.Y. – June 7, 2011 – Orange County Business Accelerator is proud to announce its newest associate client, 911 Family of Products. “The Accelerator continues to harness the innovative minds of the Hudson Valley here in our New Windsor headquarters,” said Orange County Business Accelerator Managing Director Michael DiTullo. “Gerson Levitas, the company’s … Continue reading “ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS ACCELERATOR SIGNS 911 FAMILY OF PRODUCTS AS NEWEST ASSOCIATE CLIENT”