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Incubator presents LinkedIn for startups workshop, Nov. 19

The Fredonia Technology Incubator continues its Entrepreneurial Education Program with a virtual workshop designed to assist entrepreneurs and startups in maximizing their opportunities on LinkedIn. Entrepreneur and eCommerce expert Curt Anderson will conduct the workshop presented by B2Btail.com “The Entrepreneurial Education Program provides entrepreneurs with useful, hands on information and an opportunity to ask presenters questions,” said Chuck Cornell, incubator director. “High quality and interactive entrepreneurial workshops such as this are a key part of our services ...

Brooks-TLC hospital staff members earn certificates

MILWAUKEE, Wisc. — Lisa Barone, Brooks-TLC Hospital System director of infection control, and Theresa Schrantz, Brooks-TLC Hospital System employee health coordinator, have earned Certified in Infection Control recertification credentials from the Certification Board of Infection Control and ...

Small Business Development Center hosting event today

For over a decade, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Jamestown Community College has hosted the Women in Networking Chautauqua program on the second Thursday of every month. The program is for female business owners and women working in the business sector. While this event usually takes place in person, during the COVID-19 pandemic, women are meeting via zoom to exchange ideas, experiences, and address challenging issues. Each person briefly shares their latest business news and then participates in a learning opportunity with a presentation on a topic of interest. ...

Pine Junction recognized for demonstrating exemplary customer service and safety during the COVID pandemic

MAYVILLE — Pine Junction in Sherman, N.Y. was recently recognized for demonstrating exemplary customer service and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. This restaurant was recognized during the Chautauqua County Legislature’s recent meeting for its proactive efforts to adhere to social distancing, face covering and cleaning requirements to keep its customers safe. “Pine Junction was selected for its outstanding customer service and dedication to making its customers’ safety a top priority,” said Andrew Nixon, President and CEO of the Chautauqua County Visitors Bureau. ...

Borrello named ‘Guardian of Small Business’

ALBANY — The National Federation of Independent Business has named state Sen. George Borrello, R-Sunset Bay, a 2020 “Guardian of Small Business.” The organization represents more than 10,000 small and independent business members across New York state. The award is given to state legislators based on their voting record on small business issues and support for National Federation of Small Businesses state policy priorities during the legislative session. “As a small business owner myself, this award is incredibly meaningful to me, particularly in this difficult year where ...