Your Dream. Our Mission.
At the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce, we’re all about helping local businesses succeed—and in turn, making our community a better place to live and work.
Our members come from all corners of the local economy, from small shops to large organizations. With nearly 500 businesses in our network, we work behind the scenes to create opportunities, connect people, and support growth. When local businesses thrive, the whole community benefits.
From print to social media, we’re putting Genesee County businesses in the spotlight.
From workshops to webinars, we keep local businesses educated, trained, and up-to-date—while advocating for their interests every step of the way.
From networking gatherings to special events, we create opportunities for local businesses to connect, collaborate, and thrive.
The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce is a member-driven nonprofit dedicated to supporting, promoting, and connecting the businesses that drive our local economy. With over 500 members, we advocate for business interests, amplify visibility, and foster meaningful connections that create success—for our members and for the entire Genesee County community.
The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce aims to be the driving force behind a prosperous, thriving, and connected business community. Through our initiatives, advocacy, and programs, we empower local businesses to grow, foster collaboration, and strengthen the economy—creating opportunities and success for all of Genesee County.
Peggy Weissend (Chair) - Visiting Nurse Association of WNY
Patrick McGee (Vice-Chair/Chair-Elect) - Byron-Bergen Central School District
Kristina Raffa (Secretary) - Nortera Foods, Inc.
Mark Brooks (Treasurer) - Tompkins Community Bank
Jeremy Liles (Immediate Past Chair) - Oliver’s Candies
Michael Battaglia – Financial Advisor, Prudential
Jamie Beedham-Rada – YWCA of Genesee County, NY
Chris Devay – Terry Hills Golf Course & Banquet Facility
Daniel Fischer – WBTA Radio 1490
Leslie A. Vishwanath – National Grid
Justin Hopkins – M&T Bank
Dan Ireland – Rochester Regional Health/United Memorial Medical Center
Justin Kipfer – Six Flags Darien Lake
Barbara O’Rourke – Batavia Downs Gaming and Hotel
Megan Palone – Oliver’s Candies
Jocelyn Sikorski – Cornell Cooperative Extension
Richard Sutherland – Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council
Jake Whiting – Whiting Law Firm
Chad Klotzbach – Genesee County Legislative Liaison