OSWEGO, N.Y. — The year’s annual meeting of the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GOFCC) showcased remarks from speakers and awards honoring businesses and individuals. The organization held the annual meeting Feb. 29 at the Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center in Oswego. More than 250 people attended the event. The GOFCC is an affiliate […]
OSWEGO, N.Y. — The year’s annual meeting of the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GOFCC) showcased remarks from speakers and awards honoring businesses and individuals.
The organization held the annual meeting Feb. 29 at the Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center in Oswego. More than 250 people attended the event.
The GOFCC is an affiliate of Syracuse–based CenterState CEO.
In her remarks, GOFCC Executive Director Sara Broadwell spoke about the impact that its members are having throughout Oswego County. In keeping with the event’s theme, “Momentum,” the GOFCC also recognized several businesses and individuals who are “continually creating new opportunities” in Oswego County.
“Oswego County is moving forward profoundly, and quickly. When we unite our efforts and harness the power of collaboration and shared purpose — we can go further, faster,” Broadwell said, according to a GOFCC release. “As we continue to gain momentum, others will further build on the pace and positive impact being achieved here.”
Joe Nehme, senior manager of external affairs at Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MU) provided the keynote address. He offered an overview of Micron’s plans for a semiconductor-manufacturing campus in the town of Clay, and the “significant impact”that the company’s investment stands to have on all of Central New York, including Oswego County.
“Having worked in and been in this community for many years, I know momentum has existed.” Nehme said, per the GOFCC release. “The seeds planted here are validated by Micron’s choice to come to Central New York. For Micron to be successful, all of Central New York, including Oswego County, will need to work together.”
Chamber awards
GOFCC also presented four awards during the annual meeting. It recognized Dr. Ali Hawthorn, owner of Highland Animal Hospital in Central Square with the Small Business Award.
In addition, GOFCC presented Farnham Family Services in Oswego with the Impact Award and honored Oswego County Federal Credit Union with the Community Investor Award.
The chamber also presented the Nancy L. Premo Woman of Distinction Award to Rachel Pierce, executive director of the Workforce Development Board of Oswego County.
