Thursday, June 19, 2025 | St. Lawrence County, NY
POTSDAM— The Potsdam Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its upcoming presentation of their Business on the Rise Award. The awarded will be presented during the annual spring …
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POTSDAM— The Potsdam Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its upcoming presentation of their Business on the Rise Award. The awarded will be presented during the annual spring luncheon on Thursday, May 22, at the Potsdam Town and Country Club, 6194 State Highway 56.
The Business on the Rise Award honors a Potsdam Chamber member business that has been in operation for less than three years and demonstrates exceptional entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and commitment to the community. Nominations are open to the public and can be submitted on their facebook page or on the website at www.potsdamchamber.com. The deadline for nominations is Wednesday May 14.
The Spring Luncheon is open to business leaders, professionals, and community members. The event will feature a keynote address by Michelle B. Larson, PhD, the newly appointed 19th President of Clarkson University.
A physicist by training, President Larson brings a remarkable blend of academic and non-profit business leadership expertise, all rooted in her deep commitment to science and higher education. Larson joined Clarkson University on April 1, 2025 from The Adler Planetarium in Chicago, where she served as President and CEO since 2013. She will provide an overview of her journey, including what led her to enthusiastically join our community.
In addition to the keynote, the Chamber will recognize several local businesses celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2025, including: Drew Insurance Agency – 110 years, Northern Insuring Agency – 95 years, WB Goodnow Agency – 95 years, Northern Credit Union – 70 years, Pinto Mucenski Hooper VanHouse & Co., P.C. – 60 years, TJ Toyota – 45 years, SUNY Potsdam Child Care Center – 35 years, St. Lawrence Valley Antique Dealers Assoc. – 35 years, Potsdam Agway – 25 years, T&R Wines and Liquors – 25 years, SummerHaven Pool, Hearth & Spa – 15 years, Lionheart Graphics – 15 years and Brick and Mortar Music – 10 years.
Tickets for the spring luncheon are $30. Register online now and submit your business nomination at www.potsdamchamber.com or contact Melanie Flack, Executive Director at director@potsdamchamber.com.
