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            • President's Message

              Beth Mignone

              It’s hard to believe another summer is already coming to an end.
               
              Summer is always a great time in Farmingdale. Between Music on Main, community events, packed restaurants, and people out enjoying everything our area has to offer, there has been no shortage of activity.
               
              But as September arrives, kids head back to school and vacations wind down, it also feels a little like a second New Year for those of us in business.  It’s a good time to reset.
              Take a look at what worked so far this year. What didn’t? What have you been meaning to do for your business that keeps getting pushed to next week or next month?
               
              Maybe it’s finally updating your website or social media. Maybe it’s reaching out to customers you haven’t heard from in a while. Maybe it’s trying something completely new.  And maybe it’s simply getting more involved.
              One thing I have learned over the years is that Chamber membership works best when you actually use it. You already paid for it, so let’s make sure you get the most out of your membership!
               
              Come to a meeting. Show up at a networking event. Introduce yourself to someone you don’t know. Attend a ribbon cutting. Update your business listing. Share your news with us. Offer a Daler Deal. Tag us in your Social media.
              You don’t have to attend everything—and nobody expects you to. But showing up occasionally and building real relationships over time can make a tremendous difference.
               
              Some of the best business relationships don’t begin with a sales pitch. They begin with a conversation over lunch, a quick introduction at an event, or two business owners realizing they can help each other. That’s really what a Chamber of Commerce should be about.
               
              We have businesses of every size and from nearly every industry represented in our organization. Collectively, there is an incredible amount of experience, knowledge and opportunity within our membership. Our job as a Chamber is to create opportunities to bring those people together. What happens from there is up to all of us.
              As we head into a busy fall, I encourage you to make one commitment: do one thing with the Chamber that you haven’t done before.
               
              Attend an event you’ve never attended. Meet three new members. Bring a guest to lunch. Submit an article. Volunteer. Or simply call another Chamber member and introduce yourself.
               
              Small actions create relationships, relationships create opportunities, and those connections are what continue to make Farmingdale such a strong place to do business.
               
              I look forward to seeing you this fall.

              Sincerely,
              Joseph Garcia

            • Catherine Gabreski, Outstanding Businessperson of 2026

              The Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Catherine Gabreski was selected as our Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce 2026 Outstanding Businessperson of the Year.

              Each year the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce encourages members to select an Honoree to receive this prestigious award.  The Honoree must meet the following criteria:

              •   Active Member of the Chamber of Commerce
              •   Owns or manages a business located in the community
              •   Has made a significant contribution to the local economy, to the advancement of the Chamber and has made a meaningful and important contribution to the general welfare of the local community.

              The Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors unanimously agreed that Catherine fully meets and exceeds these criteria and is proud to recognize her as our 2026 Honoree.

              Catherine has built a distinguished career in hospitality, beginning at The Nutty Irishman in 2003. Over more than 20 years with the organization, she has advanced to Director of Operations, overseeing 317 Main Street, The Nutty Irishman, Vico, The James Room, and The Nutty Irishman Recovery Room. She also leads catering and event operations across all five venues.

              A dedicated community leader, Catherine has represented these businesses through the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce. In 2023, she was elected to the Chamber’s Board of Directors, appointed Co-Chair of the Women in Business Committee, and received the Vic Lambert Volunteer Award for her outstanding service.

              Through the Women in Business Committee, Catherine has helped create programs focused on leadership, networking, and professional development for women. She also co-chairs the annual multi-chamber Women in Business networking event, fostering meaningful connections and earning the Chamber’s President’s Award.

              Now serving as Vice President of the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce, Catherine is co-chairing the inaugural Shop and Dine event, designed to promote local businesses, strengthen community partnerships, and drive economic growth.

              Catherine will be recognized at a special celebration at The Nutty Irishman on Thursday, October 29 from 5:30 to 8pm.  This event is in lieu of our October After Hours Networking.  All are welcome to join us!

              Catherine will also be recognized at the NCCC’s 2026 Outstanding Businessperson of the Year Awards and Legislative Breakfast.  The Breakfast is scheduled on Friday, October 30th at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury from 7 am to 10 am.

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            • Our Mission

              The Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is dedicated to "Building a Better Business Community Together" and to serve the heart of the greater Long Island business area. The Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce, Inc. pledges itself to the following goals.

              • To further the mutual interests of all organizations in their relationships with town, county, village and state governmental agencies.
              • To promote the passage of legislation serving the best interests of our businesses and community.
              • To promote inter and intra-area buying of products and services.
              • To promote beautification of the local industrial and commercial community.

               

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            Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce

             PO Box 1166, Farmingdale, NY 11735

             516. 200.1228

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