50th Anniversary Celebration

The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce is Celebrating 50 Years!

1972-2022

On November 1, 1972 the late William F. Brown addressed the public through his broadcast on WBTA with the following: “A county-wide chamber, a new organization embracing and replacing the present LeRoy and Batavia Chambers, and affording representation to the remainder of Genesee County, would be a major improvement and greater use of resources than Batavia now has…”. Two weeks later, following votes by the board of directors of both the LeRoy and Batavia Chambers, a merger was formed, allowing for the creation of the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce!

Golden Anniversary Special Events

Ribbon Cutting and Open House – January 20th, 2022, Chamber of Commerce Offices, 3:30pm. This event will signify the start of our Golden Anniversary Celebration as we officially “cut the ribbon” on our 50th year. Light refreshments will be served as we connect with members past, present and future.

Founding Father’s Reception – April 27th, 2022, GOART! 201 East Main Street, Batavia, 5-8pm. This invitation only reception will be held to recognize the men and women who have led the Chamber for the first 50 years. Past and present staff and board members will share an evening of fellowship and remembrance.

Golden Anniversary Celebration – October 2022, TBD. This will be the celebration to end all celebrations! A dinner dance complete with presentations and most importantly FUN! We will officially recognize our past 50 years while we look forward to the next 50. You won’t want to miss it!