ROME, N.Y. — The Rome Area Chamber of Commerce recently recognized Michael and Carol Manuele for their contributions to the business community and the chamber.

“Carol and Mike have been strong leaders, not only in the financial institutions where they worked, but also in the community,” Rome Area Chamber Chairman John Calabrese said in a release. “Their contributions to our Rome chamber of commerce over the years have been significant, including each serving terms as the chair of our board of directors. We are extremely grateful to them both and congratulate them on their retirements.”

Michael Manuele retired from his role as assistant VP of financial-center operations for Region A at AmeriCU Credit Union, where he worked for nearly 20 years. He is a past Rome Area Chamber executive committee and board of directors’ member, including serving as chairman from 2012 to 2014.

“For me, it’s incredibly important to give back to my community,” Manuele said. “I’ve been doing that for most of my adult life in the forms of volunteering and participation on numerous boards and committees and plan to continue doing just that.”

Carol Manuele retired from M&T Bank as VP, business banking relationship manager. She is a past Rome Area Chamber executive committee and board member, including serving as chairwoman from 2014 to 2015.

“Working in business banking, I felt that it was important to be involved in organizations and committees that promote your community and businesses,” she said. “I have been very fortunate, and I feel that it’s our duty to give back by contributing and leading by example. Hopefully, I have been able to instill the importance of volunteering to the next generation.”