This meeting is open exclusively to Chamber Executives.
This year, we’re expanding the agenda to include multiple speakers and presentations. Please note that there will not be a Zoom option.
Registration is free for Chamber Executives. Please contact Danielle Gormley to register.
| Wednesday, September 23 | |
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| 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. |
Lunch and National Civics Bee
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| 12:45 - 1:30 p.m. |
Building and Strengthening School District Relationships
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| 1:30 - 2:15 p.m. |
Workforce Development Initiatives to Bring Back to Member Businesses
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| 2:15 - 2:30 p.m. | Refreshment Break |
| 2:30 - 3:00 p.m. |
Department of Labor Resources
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| 3:00 - 3:30 p.m. |
Economic Development for Chambers to be Aware Of |
| 3:30 - 4:00 p.m. |
Investments for Chambers
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| 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. |
Member Growth Strategies
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*Agenda Subject to Change
Chamber Executives: Registration is free if you plan to attend only the Chamber Executive Meeting. To register for the free meeting, please contact Danielle Gormley.
Full Conference Registration: If you plan to attend the entire conference, registration rates are as follows:
| Registration Type | Before 6/29/26 | 6/29/26-9/8/26 | After 9/8/26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamber Executive | $400 | $425 | $425 |
| Spouse | Significant Other | $400 | $425 | $500 |
*Single event/daily pricing is available. Please contact Maribeth Riley at (518) 694-4468
Click Here to Register for the Entire Conference
Click Here to Register For Just the Free Chamber Meeting
Cancellation Policy: You may cancel your registration until Friday, September 11, 2026. You will be refunded, less a $75 processing fee. Cancellations received after September 11, 2026, will not be eligible for a refund. We encourage you to send a substitute in your place if you cannot attend. Hotel cancellations must be made directly with The Sagamore. Please refer to your confirmation from The Sagamore for their cancellation policy.
By registering for this event, you, and anyone who attends the event with you, grant The Business Council of New York State, Inc. permission to photograph, record, and/or film you during the event. These photographs, recordings and/or videos may be used in future Business Council of New York State, Inc. promotional materials
To make your room reservation for The Sagamore, please see the instructions below.
- Your reservation can be made using this link.
- Click “Select Dates” to modify “Arrival & Departure” dates.
- Enter “Number of Guests” and click “Check Availability”.
- Click on “Room Types” and select desired room type(s).
- Complete the reservation by filling in your contact and billing information. Fields in bold are required.
Our room block is currently sold out. Please contact the hotel directly to inquire about availability and our group rate. Please note that the group rate and room availability are not guaranteed.
Hotel Reservation Deadline: Friday, August 28, 2026
Should you require special assistance, they may call The Sagamore reservations department directly at 866-385-6221 and identify yourself as being with : THE BUSINESS COUNCIL
Guestroom Deposit: A credit card is required to confirm each guestroom reservation. A non-refundable $50.00 processing fee will be charged at the time of booking. The balance of stay will be charged to the same card fourteen (14) days prior to arrival date. Should the reservation be cancelled more than 14 days prior to arrival, the $50.00 processing fee will be forfeited. If the cancellation is made fourteen (14) days or less from arrival, the total amount will be forfeited. In the event that you do not arrive on the arrival date, your reservation will be cancelled and the amount collected will be forfeited at that time.
Resort Fee: Room rates are subject to a $25 taxable Resort fee per room, per night. The Resort fee includes access to two (2) bottles of water in your room daily, complimentary coffee daily, wireless internet in guest rooms and public areas, no charge for local and 1-800 calls, entrance to the Fitness Center, indoor/outdoor pools and waterfront, self or valet parking.