Tickets are now on sale for Rochester Speakers Series’ 2025/2026 season, Speaking of Stories, featuring bestselling authors. The post Rochester Speakers Series launches inaugural season with bestselling authors appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Roberts Wesleyan University is hosting a free leadership breakfast called Resilient by Design: Leadership Grounded in Fortitude and Grace. The post Roberts Wesleyan to host forum on cultivating resilience with fortitude and grace appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

New York is making $100 million available for infrastructure upgrades related to housing projects in certified Pro-Housing Communities. The post NY to provide grants for pro-housing infrastructure upgrades appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

For families like mine and for thousands of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across New York State, Medicaid is far more than a government program — it is a lifeline. The post Don’t abandon people with disabilities: Protect Medicaid funding appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

President & CEO, RDDC/PDR Years in current role: 3 What opportunities do you see for growth or development in the Rochester area? In downtown Rochester, the Four Corners area has […] The post Galin Brooks appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

President, Gallina Development Corp. Years in current role: 40 What opportunities do you see for growth or development in the Rochester area? Although we may not be participating, the potential […] The post Andrew Gallina appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

CEO, Manning Squires Hennig Co., Inc. Years in current role: 7 What opportunities do you see for growth or development in the Rochester area? We are excited to see the […] The post Matt Squires appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

District Manager, International Union of Operating Engineers; President, Rochester Building & Construction Trades Council Years in current role: 20 with IOUE and 5 as President of RBTC What opportunities do […] The post Grant s Malone appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

President, GRHP/RHDFC Years in current role: 8 What’s one project your team is especially proud of? I am especially proud of the work we’ve done in the homeownership space. In […] The post Theodora Finn appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Regional Vice President, Howard Hanna Real Estate Years in current role: 4 What opportunities do you see for growth or development in the Rochester area? Rochester is experiencing numerous growth […] The post Louis Alaimo appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

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NCAA DIII Golf Men’s Golf Championships Begin May 20 at Midvale and Cobblestone Creek Country Clubs Rochester, N.Y., May 16, 2025 – For the second time in the last 10 years, the Rochester area

All are welcome to join us for a fun day of golf with colleagues and friends at The Links at Greystone. Plenty of sponsorships are available, and we welcome Foursomes and Individual Golfers as well. Proceeds will benefit the Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity. Download our Golf Flyer for all the details

An important Senate bill to be aware of is Senate Bill S1708A, which enacts the “bank of Rochester act,” whose purpose is to authorize the city of Rochester to establish and operate the Bank of Rochester to support local economic development initiatives such as improving infrastructure, supporting local businesses and addressing housing needs. Download the […]

We had over 70 attendees at our May 8 event hosted by Gallina Development at One East Ave, showcasing a unique first floor location and over 50,000 SF of office space located in the heart of Downtown Rochester. Read on …

Leading Flexible Packaging Conference to Bring Industry Experts to Monroe County ROCHESTER, NY, April 30, 2025 — Visit Rochester, the official tourism promotion agency for Monroe County, is pleased to

Flaum Management Company hosted RAC NYSCAR’s monthly lunch event at Omnitech Business Park on April 10, 2025 to mark the beginning of their management and leasing of the campus. We were pleased to welcome nearly 60 members and guests as Peter Gillett of Flaum Management highlighted the park and showcased 7615 Omnitech Place in Victor, […]

Of interest are two New York Senate Bills recently introduced:  (1) Senate Bill S5549:  Prohibits exemptions for owners of vacant or unoccupied storefront properties, and  (2) Senate Bill S2007:  Expands the residential-commercial exemption program to include any municipality regardless of the population of the county in which it is located.

Jana Craft has been named the new dean of SUNY Brockport’s School of Business and Management and will begin the role on July 17.   She succeeds Michael Doyle, who […] The post New dean named at SUNY Brockport’s School of Business and Management appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Rochester programs like Healthy Moms and school-based clinics address social determinants of health to improve birth outcomes and community wellness. The post Regional health systems use community-based programs to address social determinants of health appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Vuzix has begun shipping XanderGlasses, smart glasses designed to assist the hearing impaired by providing real-time captions. The post Vuzix ships smart glasses that caption conversations for those with hearing loss appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

The Rochester Technology and Manufacturing Association (RTMA) will host a free Manufacturing Workforce and Supply Chain Summit.  The post RTMA hosts free summit on manufacturing, supply chain development  appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Pizza 151’s owner sued Mark’s Pizzeria over a noncompete clause, calling it invalid and harmful to fair competition in Monroe County. The post Rochester area pizzeria owner wants court to void noncompete clause with Mark’s appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Home sales drop as Monroe County’s housing shortage worsens. Prices soar 10.8% with average homes selling for 112.7% of asking price in 7 days. The post Status quo in Rochester housing market: low supply, high demand appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

I can’t recall meeting a successful businessperson who didn’t have a mentor influence him or her at a critical time or over an extended period. The post The importance of mentoring | Guest Opinion appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Greece Town Supervisor Bill Reilich said a candidate to be his successor is misinformed about a proposed senior apartment community. The post Greece town supervisor disputes ‘open space’ claim on housing site appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Lifetime Assistance Inc. has opened a new, expanded training facility on Mile Crossing Boulevard that will serve as a centralized hub. The post Lifetime Assistance opens new training facility to empower employee growth appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Five Star Bank announced that its new Rochester regional president is a leader who has been with the bank for more than a decade. The post Five Star Bank names Rochester regional president appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Visit Rochester, the official tourism promotion agency for Monroe County, is pleased to announce the addition of Kasia Ravenell to the team as Convention Sales Manager. In this role, Ravenell is

Registration is now open for REALTOR® Lobby Day on Tuesday, April 29 at the Convention Center in the Empire State Plaza Concourse in Albany. Click here for more information and to register

FRISCO, Texas (March 26, 2025) — The Country Club of Rochester and Oak Hill Country Club’s West Course, both located in Rochester, New York, have been selected to host the 2028 Junior PGA

Rochester to Host 2025 NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships NCAA DIII Track & Field Championships Begin March 14 at Nazareth University Rochester, N.Y., March 12, 2025 – Rochester is set to

Visit Rochester, the official tourism promotion agency for Monroe County, is pleased to announce the following recent additions to its team of tourism and hospitality professionals. Katie Dee has

Li-Cycle’s plummeting stock prompted the New York Stock Exchange to suspend trading and delist the company. The post Li-Cycle delisted by NYSE, further jeopardizing Rochester Hub appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

With tariffs on imported materials set to go into effect, the construction industry is bracing for what could be a significant impact on projects. The post Trump’s tariffs could have significant impact on Rochester area construction projects appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

The Arc of Monroe held a dedication for two new homes in Greece, which are part of the organization’s “Aging With Grace, Aging In Place” campaign. The post Arc of Monroe unveils two accessible homes in Greece for IDD residents appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Empire State Development awarded Finger Lakes Community College a $1 million grant to support a proposed integrated plant science education complex.   The post FLCC awarded $1M ESD grant for plant science building  appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

New York has long been a desirable home for innovators looking to impact the world – if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere. The post Look upstate for innovation, solutions, and cures | Guest Opinion appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

It is rare in Rochester’s urban schools to find after-school programs that allow students to explore the potential of a career in design. The post New architecture course expands career paths for city students | Architecturally Speaking appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Heritage Christian Services has completed its Homes with Heart capital campaign, exceeding its $10 million goal.   The post Heritage Christian Services’ Homes with Heart capital campaign surpasses $10M goal  appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

Friendly Senior Living has added the Sisters of Saint Joseph’s property to its senior care portfolio and has begun development of an additional facility. The post Friendly Senior Living buys Pittsford senior care facility, plans expansion appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

You won’t want to miss RAC NYSCAR’s next monthly luncheon hosted by Main Street Alternatives on March 13, 2025.  Jeff Garcia, Founder/CEO of Main Street Alternatives, is the speaker and his presentation topic will be “An Easy Alternative: 1031 Exchange into Passive Investment.” All are welcomed to attend. Click for more details and to register […]

RTMA secured over $75,000 for local manufacturing companies that offer registered apprenticeships through the RTMA’s regional sponsorship. The post RTMA secures over $75,000 in incentive funding for apprenticeship companies  appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

The biggest hurdle for developers of a proposed hotel at Eastview Mall very likely won’t be town building regulations. The post Owner of Eastview Mall anchor property objects to hotel proposal appeared first on Rochester Business Journal.

February 3, 2025, Rochester, NY— The Rochester Lilac Festival, a cherished tradition for 127 years, has been nominated for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Award for Best Flower Festival in the USA,

Rochester, N.Y., October 4, 2024 – The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has awarded two future championship events to Rochester, N.Y. in 2028, solidifying the city's position as a

Rochester has been selected as the host location for three upcoming NYS Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) state championships in 2025, 2026 and 2027. The Rochester area will host the

Rochester, N.Y. – The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Department of New York State is preparing to host its annual statewide convention in Rochester, NY, June 23-27, 2024. This event is a vital

Rochester, N.Y., April 11, 2024 – Preservation and community revitalization experts from across New York State will convene in Rochester April 15-17, 2024 during the 2024 NY Statewide Preservation

Visit Rochester is proud to announce that Amanda Fox, CMP, Vice President of Events and Operations, has been named a 2024 Inductee into the Smart Women in Meetings Hall of Fame. This recognition by

Visit Rochester, the official tourism promotion agency for Monroe County, is pleased to announce that Amber Brewer has been promoted to Event Services Manager. In her new role, Brewer will provide

Rochester, NY – Spark by Hilton, a 4-story hotel, located just minutes from MCC Campus and two miles to University of Rochester, opened in Rochester, NY. The hotel is owned by Visions Hotels, and

Visit Rochester, the official tourism promotion agency for Monroe County, is pleased to announce the following recent addition to its team of tourism and hospitality professionals. Elisa Everett has

Rochester, NY, December 8, 2023: The annual Rochester Winter Classic youth hockey tournament, produced by MyHockey Tournaments, is set to take place this weekend at Tim Hortons Iceplex. The event