Focus Media, a fast growing firm and the largest public relations and advertising agency in the Hudson Valley, has welcomed Andrea Chafouleas to its team as an associate account executive. Chafouleas earned her bachelor’s degree in communications in 2006 from Marist College, with a focus in public relations. Since then, she has worked with the … Continue reading “Focus Media Hires Andrea Chafouleas as Associate Account Executive”
Year: 2013
WineRacks.com Joins Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance
WineRacks.com, a manufacturer and retailer of wine storage and accessories that makes its products locally, has officially become a founding member of the Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance. The company makes a wide range of wooden racking systems for customers around the world, along with custom design services for commercial, residential and hospitality applications. … Continue reading “WineRacks.com Joins Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance”
Chris O’Callaghan Joins HVEDC Board of Directors
Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) has announced that Chris O’Callaghan, managing director of Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc., has joined its board of directors. O’Callaghan is currently responsible for commercial real estate firm Jones Lang LaSalle’s Westchester County offices. A former senior director at Cushman & Wakefield, he has been one of the most … Continue reading “Chris O’Callaghan Joins HVEDC Board of Directors”
Catskills Association for Tourism Services Receives $270,000 Through Regional Economic Development Council Initiative
The Catskills Association for Tourism Services (CATS) will receive $270,000 in funding from the state of New York’s Regional Economic Development Council initiative. With the funding, CATS will embark on a robust marketing strategy to increase the number of tourists to the region each year, in partnership with Goshen-based advertising and public relations agency Focus … Continue reading “Catskills Association for Tourism Services Receives $270,000 Through Regional Economic Development Council Initiative”
Orange County Business Accelerator Receives $125,000 Grant
The Orange County Business Accelerator (OCBA), an innovative business incubator that provides resources and programs to entrepreneurs and startup companies, announced today it received a $125,000 grant from the New York State Business Incubator and Innovation Hot Spot Support Program, sponsored by Empire State Development. The grant was formally awarded at yesterday’s 2013 Regional Economic … Continue reading “Orange County Business Accelerator Receives $125,000 Grant”
SUNY New Paltz Receives State Funding For Major 3D Printing Effort Launched By HVEDC
The State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz with the help of Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC), has received $1 million in economic development funding from the Mid-Hudson Regional Economic Development Council (MHREDC) for a major 3D printing initiative at the university. The announcement was made today at the 2013 Regional Economic … Continue reading “SUNY New Paltz Receives State Funding For Major 3D Printing Effort Launched By HVEDC”
Flavormatic Industries Joins Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance
Flavormatic Industries Inc., a Wappingers Falls-based researcher, developer and manufacturer of flavors for brands commonly known throughout the world, has officially become a founding member of the Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance. Flavormatic is the only flavor company in the Hudson Valley and has been an industry leader in flavor creation for all types … Continue reading “Flavormatic Industries Joins Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance”
5th Annual Hudson Valley Food Frenzy Helps Ease Local Hunger
Jacobowitz & Gubits proudly announced that it donated $1,240.00 or the equivalent of 4,950 lbs. of food to the 2013 Hudson Valley Food Bank Food Frenzy. Jacobowitz & Gubits is one of many local businesses and organizations that participated in the annual fight against hunger. Their combined efforts resulted in the equivalent of 9,711 lbs. of … Continue reading “5th Annual Hudson Valley Food Frenzy Helps Ease Local Hunger”
Rob Unger, Domenick DelRosso Appointed Partners at Judelson, Giordano & Siegel
Judelson, Giordano & Siegel (JGS), a full service accounting and business consulting firm for more than 80 years, announced today the appointments of Rob Unger and Domenick T. DelRosso as partners. The firm also announced Jason Giordano will succeed Frank Giordano Jr. as the firm’s managing partner. Jason Giordano said his new role along with … Continue reading “Rob Unger, Domenick DelRosso Appointed Partners at Judelson, Giordano & Siegel”
New York Metro Area SCORE Encourages Shoppers To Think Local First on Small Business Saturday
New York Metro Area SCORE (Service Corp of Retired Executives) reminds Hudson Valley, Long Island and New York City residents to shop local this holiday season, especially this coming weekend leading up to Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30. Shoppers can look for local businesses displaying the SCORE #SmallBiz sticker, which shows it is one of … Continue reading “New York Metro Area SCORE Encourages Shoppers To Think Local First on Small Business Saturday”
Focus Media Names Bonnie Wright Director of Business Development
Focus Media, one of the fastest-growing public relations and advertising agencies in the country, has added Bonnie Wright as its new Director of Business Development. Wright earned her bachelor’s degree in communication from the State University of New York at New Paltz and later went on to launch Wright Communications, which she successfully operated until … Continue reading “Focus Media Names Bonnie Wright Director of Business Development”
Jacobowitz & Gubits Working Hard For Hudson Valley Nonprofits
Jacobowitz & Gubits is proud to be a part of the fabric of the Hudson Valley and shows it through participation in many nonprofit campaigns. In October alone, Jacobowitz & Gubits supported the O+ Festival, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and the Hambletonian Marathon and Good Time Trotters Relay. From Friday, Oct. 11, thru Sunday, … Continue reading “Jacobowitz & Gubits Working Hard For Hudson Valley Nonprofits”
County Executive-Elect Steve Neuhaus Announces Transition Team
Orange County Executive-Elect Steve Neuhaus today announced the creation of a transition team to assist him as he prepares to take office as Orange County Executive in January. Former County Executive Louis Heimbach will chair the executive committee that will oversee several subcommittees. “This transition team has a mix of business, political and civic leaders … Continue reading “County Executive-Elect Steve Neuhaus Announces Transition Team”
Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Names Focus Media’s Lisa Kelly to Board of Directors
The Hudson Highlands Nature Museum has appointed Focus Media Key Account Director Lisa Kelly to its board of directors. Recognized in recent years as one of the fastest-growing full-service marketing and public relations firms in the nation, Hudson Valley-based Focus Media is an established leader in its field. With a hearty client roster and several … Continue reading “Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Names Focus Media’s Lisa Kelly to Board of Directors”
Catskill Regional Medical Center and Combined Energy Services Team Up to Fight Breast Cancer for Fifth Consecutive Year
The relationship between Catskill Regional Medical Center and Combined Energy Services (CES) continues to grow every year with the Sullivan County energy supplier’s yearly donation to support digital mammography services. This year, CES donated $3,500 to the cause. Mike Taylor, co-owner of Combined Energy Services said, “We’re extremely dedicated to breast cancer awareness and the … Continue reading “Catskill Regional Medical Center and Combined Energy Services Team Up to Fight Breast Cancer for Fifth Consecutive Year”
Rolling V Bus Corp. Announces 2013-14 School Bus Safety Coloring Contest Winners
Rolling V Bus Corporation is pleased to announce the winners of the 2013-14 School Bus Safety Coloring Contest. The winners of each of these six school districts served by Rolling V all may have a chance to enter a national competition, sponsored by Seon, a national provider of school bus safety monitoring equipment. This year’s … Continue reading “Rolling V Bus Corp. Announces 2013-14 School Bus Safety Coloring Contest Winners”
Growth of Industry Focus of HVEDC’s Hudson Valley Beer, Wine & Spirits Summit
The Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) today hosted several state officials and economic development leaders at the first Hudson Valley Beer, Wine & Spirits Summit, the largest event of its kind held in the Hudson Valley. The event, held at The Culinary Institute of America, attracted more than 200 people in the Hudson Valley … Continue reading “Growth of Industry Focus of HVEDC’s Hudson Valley Beer, Wine & Spirits Summit”
Rolling V Bus Corp. Announces Strategic Partnership with CD Trips to Grow Tourism Opportunities in the Region
Rolling V Bus Corp. formally announces its partnership with CD Trips, LLC, of Liberty, N.Y., to provide access to fun, exciting destinations for all ages around the Tri-State area through its collaborative coach bus tours. “CD Trips is a seasoned professional tour company and Rolling V is excited to see what the future brings,” said … Continue reading “Rolling V Bus Corp. Announces Strategic Partnership with CD Trips to Grow Tourism Opportunities in the Region”