• Information
  • Agenda-at-a-Glance
  • Exhibit & Sponsorship Opportunities
  • Hotel Information
  • Chamber Award
Register
Sponsor
Exhibitors
Crowne Plaza Albany
The Desmond Hotel & Conference Center
Enough Already New York
High Peaks Resort
HSBC
IBM
National Grid
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Oncenter Complex
Otesaga
ProAct, Inc.
The Saratoga Hilton
Value Options
Sponsors
Aetna - Health Insurance, Dental, Pharmacy, Group Life and Disability Insurance
AT&T
The Business Council Insurance Fund
Central Hudson Gas & Electric
Clough Harbour & Associates
CMI Communications
ConEdison
Corning Incorporated
Delta
Emblem Health
Fidelity Investments
First Ameritas Life Insurance Corp.
Hodgson Russ LLP
MetLife
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp.
National Grid
Xerox
Corporate Banners
Behan Communications
ConEdison
Delta
Emblem Health
Entergy
Eric Mower and Associates
Key Bank
MetLife
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp.
New Yorkers for Lawsuit Reform
Northrop Grumman
The Pike Company
Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau  
Chamber Sponsors
Livingston County Tourism  
In-Kind Sponsors
PepsiCo
Warren County Economic Development Corporation in New York's Adirondacks
Premiere Sponsors
BlueCross Blue Shield of Western New York
Empire BlueCross BlueShield
Excellus
     

Join us for our 2010 Annual Meeting when we return to the great and the gracious – The Sagamore Resort on beautiful Lake George. The Annual Meeting is a time of reflection and planning for the future. Business Council leaders report on our activities of the past year. Future plans are discussed, as well as what can be expected from our State leaders in the coming year.

Registration Fees

 
Regular
9/09/10
 
Late
9/20/10
Member  
$ 425
 
$ 495
Future Member  
$ 575
 
$ 650
Chamber Executive  
$ 300
 
$ 300
Spouse  
$ 295
 
$ 325

Cancellation / Refund Policy

Cancellations received by September 23, entitle registrant to a refund (less a $50 per registration processing fee). No refunds after September 23.

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Agenda-at-a-Glance

Register
Sponsor
Exhibitors
Crowne Plaza Albany
The Desmond Hotel & Conference Center
Enough Already New York
High Peaks Resort
HSBC
IBM
National Grid
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Oncenter Complex
Otesaga
ProAct, Inc.
The Saratoga Hilton
Value Options
Premiere
Sponsors
BlueCross Blue Shield of Western New York
Empire BlueCross BlueShield
Excellus
Sponsors
Aetna - Health Insurance, Dental, Pharmacy, Group Life and Disability Insurance
AT&T
The Business Council Insurance Fund
Central Hudson Gas & Electric
CMI Communications
Clough Harbour & Associates
ConEdison
Corning Incorporated
Delta
Emblem Health
Fidelity Investments
First Ameritas Life Insurance Corp.
Hodgson Russ LLP
MetLife
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp.
National Grid
Xerox
Corporate Banners
Behan Communications
ConEdison
Delta
Emblem Health
Entergy
Eric Mower and Associates
Key Bank
MetLife
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp.
New Yorkers for Lawsuit Reform
Northrop Grumman
The Pike Company
Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau  
Chamber Sponsors
Livingston County Tourism  
In-Kind Sponsors
PepsiCo
Warren County Economic Development Corporation in New York's Adirondacks
Note:  Gubernatorial and Comptroller candidates have been invited to speak.
As soon as schedules are confirmed, we will update our Agenda.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Noon – 5:00 p.m. Exhibit Installation
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
All Day Central Hudson Gas & ElectricArrivals / Registration
Sponsored by: Central Hudson Gas & Electric
9:00 a.m. – Noon Exhibit Installation
10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.   BlueCross Blue Shield of Western New YorkCyber Café / Lounge Open
Sponsored by:
Empire Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlueCross BlueShield of Western NY

Empire BlueCross BlueShield
ExcellusExcellus BlueCross BlueShield

12:00 – 5:00 p.m. Clough Harbour & AssociatesBen & Jerry’s Ice Cream Social
Sponsored by:    CHA
12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Joint Finance & Audit and Executive Committee Meeting
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. President’s Council & GAC Meeting
1:00 - 7:00 p.m.    Exhibits Open
 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Board of Directors Meeting
 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. DeltaWelcome Reception
Sponsored by:    Delta Air Lines, Inc.
 7:00 p.m. Dinner
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp.Wine Sponsored by: National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp.
  • Insurance Producer of the Year Award
  • Chamber of the Year Award
  • Business Council Anniversary Award Presentations
 9:00 p.m. ConEdisonChairman’s Dessert Reception
Sponsored by:    Consolidated Edison
10:00 p.m. Fidelity InvestmentsHospitality
Sponsored by:    Fidelity Investments
Thursday, September 30, 2010
5:30 – 10:00 a.m. Paul Vandenburgh Live Broadcast
Talk 1300 AM, The Capital District’s Talk Radio
6:45 a.m. Emblem Health5-K Fun Run
Sponsored by:    EmblemHealth

7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.   BlueCross Blue Shield of Western New YorkCyber Café / Lounge Open
Sponsored by:
Empire Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlueCross BlueShield of Western NY

Empire BlueCross BlueShield
ExcellusExcellus BlueCross BlueShield

7:45 – 11:30 a.m.  Exhibits Open
7:45 - 8:45 a.m. Breakfast / Prizes
8:45 - 11:30 a.m. Program
  • President’s Report
  • Annual Meeting of The Business Council Membership
  • Election of Directors
  • The New York State of Politics
9:15 a.m.

Candidate for New York State Comptroller

  • Mr. Harry Wilson, Taxpayers for Wilson
11:45 – 5:00 p.m. Concurrent Activities
 
  • Hodgson Russ LLPCulinary / Cooking Tour
  • Fishing
    Sponsored by Hodgson Russ LLP
  • Aetna - Health Insurance, Dental, Pharmacy, Group Life and Disability InsuranceGolf
    Sponsored by Aetna
    • XeroxBeverage Cart
      Sponsored by Xerox Corporation

  • Kayaking
  • Lake George Cruise
  • Sailing
6:30 p.m. First Ameritas Life Insurance Corp.30th Anniversary Reception & Buffet Dinner
Wine Sponsored by: First Ameritas Life Insurance Company

Corning Award for Excellence
9:30 p.m.  National GridHospitality
Sponsored by:    National Grid
Friday, October 1, 2010
7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.   BlueCross Blue Shield of Western New YorkCyber Café / Lounge Open
Sponsored by:
Empire Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlueCross BlueShield of Western NY

Empire BlueCross BlueShield
ExcellusExcellus BlueCross BlueShield

7:30 - 8:25 a.m. Breakfast / Prizes
7:30 – 12:30 p.m. Exhibits Open
8:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Program

  • Increasing Your Visibility Through Social Networks
    • Matt Hames, Social Media Strategist/Context Developer
    • Matthew Maguire, Senior Counselor, Public Affairs Eric Mower and Associates  
11:45 a.m.   Grand Prize -- MUST be present to Win!
12:00 noon   Conclusion
   
Register
Sponsor
Exhibitors
Crowne Plaza Albany
The Desmond Hotel & Conference Center
Enough Already New York
High Peaks Resort
HSBC
IBM
National Grid
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Oncenter Complex
Otesaga
ProAct, Inc.
The Saratoga Hilton
Value Options
Sponsors
Aetna - Health Insurance, Dental, Pharmacy, Group Life and Disability Insurance
AT&T
The Business Council Insurance Fund
Central Hudson Gas & Electric
Clough Harbour & Associates
CMI Communications
ConEdison
Corning Incorporated
Delta
Emblem Health
Fidelity Investments
First Ameritas Life Insurance Corp.
Hodgson Russ LLP
MetLife
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp.
National Grid
Xerox
Corporate Banners
Behan Communications
ConEdison
Delta
Emblem Health
Entergy
Eric Mower and Associates
Key Bank
MetLife
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp.
New Yorkers for Lawsuit Reform
Northrop Grumman
The Pike Company
Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau  
Chamber Sponsors
Livingston County Tourism  
In-Kind Sponsors
PepsiCo
Warren County Economic Development Corporation in New York's Adirondacks
Premiere Sponsors
BlueCross Blue Shield of Western New York
Empire BlueCross BlueShield
Excellus
     

Exhibit & Sponsorship Opportunities

Increase your exposure at our biggest event of the year!

Exhibit Information

  • 8' x 10' Booth $ 2,500
  • 8' x 10' Premium Booth $3,000
  • 8' x 20' Booth (Double) $ 4,000

Our exclusive Exhibition is held throughout our three-day event and will provide you with the opportunity to get your company’s message to the decision-makers of some of the largest and most influential employers in New York State, as well as key legislative and government officials. Your booth rental includes standard electrical, internet service, one free meeting registration and two discounted registrations.

Applications without payment will not be assigned space until it has been received.

ExhibitorFor more information about Exhibiting, contact Maribeth Riley at 800.358.1202 or maribeth.riley@bcnys.org.

Sponsorship Information

As a sponsor of The Business Council’s Annual Meeting, you have the opportunity to increase your visibility before the top business leaders in New York State. Sponsors will be listed on our Annual Meeting Web site, program book and signage throughout the meeting.

The Business Council invites you to share in this excitement by taking advantage of one or more of our unique sponsorship opportunities.

Outdoor Banners
Banner
$ 1,500
Outdoor Banner
Two Banners
$ 2,500
Chambers ONLY - Lawn Signs  
Lawn Sign
$ 250
3 Lawn Signs
$ 550
Goodie Bag  
Corporate Duffle Bag
Sold out
Conference Sponsorship Levels  
Premiere
$ 30,000
Platinum
$ 20,000
Gold
$  15,000
 
Silver
$  10,000
 
     
Event Sponsorship    
Dinner Host
$30,000
 
Entertainment Host (Thursday)
$25,000
 
Welcome Reception (sole)
Sold out
 
Thursday Reception (sole)
$15,000
 
Hotel Key
Sold out
 
Golf
Sold out
 
Cyber Cafe
Sold out
 
Lake George Cruise
$ 4,500
 
Hospitality (Wed. or Thurs.)
Sold out
 
Wine at Dinner
Sold out
 
Registration Sponsor
Sold out
5K Run
Sold out
Culinary / Cooking Tour
$ 2,000
Kayaking
$ 2,000
Fishing
Sold out
Sailing
$ 2,000
Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream
Sold out
Golf Beverage Cart
Sold out

For more information about Sponsorships, contact Ellen Muir at 800.358.1202 or ellen.muir@bcnys.org.

Register
Sponsor
Exhibitors
Crowne Plaza Albany
The Desmond Hotel & Conference Center
Enough Already New York
High Peaks Resort
HSBC
IBM
National Grid
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Oncenter Complex
Otesaga
ProAct, Inc.
The Saratoga Hilton
Value Options
Premiere
Sponsors
BlueCross Blue Shield of Western New York
Empire BlueCross BlueShield
Excellus
Sponsors
Aetna - Health Insurance, Dental, Pharmacy, Group Life and Disability Insurance
AT&T
The Business Council Insurance Fund
Central Hudson Gas & Electric
CMI Communications
Clough Harbour & Associates
ConEdison
Corning Incorporated
Delta
Emblem Health
Fidelity Investments
First Ameritas Life Insurance Corp.
Hodgson Russ LLP
MetLife
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp.
National Grid
Xerox
Corporate Banners
Behan Communications
ConEdison
Delta
Emblem Health
Entergy
Eric Mower and Associates
Key Bank
MetLife
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp.
New Yorkers for Lawsuit Reform
Northrop Grumman
The Pike Company
Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau  
Chamber Sponsors
Livingston County Tourism  
In-Kind Sponsors
PepsiCo
Warren County Economic Development Corporation in New York's Adirondacks

Hotel Information
The Sagamore Resort on Lake George

Make your Hotel Reservations directly with The Sagamore at www.TheSagamore.com and use our group code 51P4GX, or call 800.358.3585 and identify yourself as being with The Business Council of New York State, Inc.

Reservation cut-off date is September 9, 2010.

 

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Register
Sponsor
Exhibitors
Crowne Plaza Albany
The Desmond Hotel & Conference Center
Enough Already New York
High Peaks Resort
HSBC
IBM
National Grid
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Oncenter Complex
Otesaga
ProAct, Inc.
The Saratoga Hilton
Value Options
Premiere
Sponsors
BlueCross Blue Shield of Western New York
Empire BlueCross BlueShield
Excellus
Sponsors
Aetna - Health Insurance, Dental, Pharmacy, Group Life and Disability Insurance
AT&T
The Business Council Insurance Fund
Central Hudson Gas & Electric
CMI Communications
Clough Harbour & Associates
ConEdison
Corning Incorporated
Delta
Emblem Health
Fidelity Investments
First Ameritas Life Insurance Corp.
Hodgson Russ LLP
MetLife
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp.
National Grid
Xerox
Corporate Banners
Behan Communications
ConEdison
Delta
Emblem Health
Entergy
Eric Mower and Associates
Key Bank
MetLife
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp.
New Yorkers for Lawsuit Reform
Northrop Grumman
The Pike Company
Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau  
Chamber Sponsors
Livingston County Tourism  
In-Kind Sponsors
PepsiCo
Warren County Economic Development Corporation in New York's Adirondacks

2010 Chamber of the Year Award

Join us this year as we launch our Chamber of the Year Award.

The Business Council of New York State, as part of its 30th Anniversary celebration is honoring an outstanding chamber organization and leadership team that make doing business in New York State a better experience for their members.

Categories

  • Winners will be announced in first, second and third place.

Eligibility

  • The Chamber must display a positive social conscience and commitment to pro-business activities within their community and the state.
  • The Chamber must have an established reputation for delivering a high level of programs and services in their community and active in state and local business advocacy.
  • The Chamber must show fiscal responsibility for its members and community and have leadership whose talent, vision, expertise, dedication and performance have defined them outstanding Chamber leaders.
  • Nominees must have conducted business operations within New York State for the past twelve consecutive months prior to the date of their nomination.
  • Nominees must be a member of The Business Council of New York State, Inc. for the past twelve consecutive months prior to the date of their nomination.
  • All nominations are accepted at the discretion of The Business Council, and judged by an independently chosen panel.

Nominations

Nominations can be made by a chamber staff or member.

Nominations deadline: nominations must be submitted on-line or by e-mail to cathy.jimenez@bcnys.org at The Business Council office no later than close of business on Monday, August 16, 2010.