SBC Connects: Economic Update & Networking

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (3:45 PM - 6:00 PM) (EDT)

Description

*In-Person Event*

We invite you to join Greater Rochester Chamber's Small Business Council affiliate for an economic update panel discussion followed by a networking event at the Dryden Theatre at George Eastman House on Wednesday, March 25th. This event will feature a 45-minute panel discussion and Q&A session, followed by a networking social hour. 

Event Timeline:

Doors Open: 3:30pm

Panel Discussion & Q&A: 3:50 – 4:45pm 

Networking and self-guided tours of the George Eastman Mansion available: 4:45pm – 6:00pm

Meet the Panel. Click here to read their bios.

  • George Conboy – Chairman, Brighton Securities
  • Matt Hurlbut – President & CEO, Greater Rochester Enterprise (GRE)
  • Soon Hyeok Choi – Assistant Professor of Real Estate Finance, Saunders College of Business, RIT

Moderated by Ginny Ryan, SVP and Director of Community Engagement at Canandaigua National Bank.

This presentation will be followed by a social hour that includes appetizers and one drink ticket. During the social hour, attendees will be given the option to access The George Eastman Museum. A portion of these proceeds will be donated to the local non-profit organization - R Community Bikes!

Don’t miss this chance to engage with our Small Business Council's volunteer board, fellow Chamber members, and other business leaders!

As part of our commitment to community service, we're hosting a sock donation drive. Please bring a new, unopened pair of socks to donate when you check in.

If you wish to sign up as a sponsor for brand recognition, and group access to the event for your teammates, contact Events Specialist, Becca DePrez at Becca.DePrez@GreaterRochesterChamber.com.


Premier Sponsor $1500

  • Company logo on all event materials and promotions
  • 15 tickets to the event 
  • Designated sponsor post on LinkedIn leading up to the event
  • Vendor table at the event (optional, must request)

Supporting Sponsor $600

  • Company name listing on all event materials and promotions
  • 8 tickets to the event 
  • Designated sponsor post on LinkedIn leading up to the event


About Greater Rochester Chamber Affiliates:
Greater Rochester Chamber affiliates, guided by volunteers from the business community, plan their own programs and initiatives with support from Greater Rochester Chamber. These affiliates offer targeted programming in their focus areas, fostering connections among business professionals with shared interests.

Pricing

$45 Greater Rochester Chamber Members (includes presentation, appetizers, and 1 drink ticket)

$55 for Non-Members (includes presentation, appetizers, and 1 drink ticket)

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to a local non profit organization.
George Eastman Museum
900 East Ave.
Rochester, NY 14607 United States
Event Contact
Becca DePrez
585-330-7877
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Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (3:45 PM - 6:00 PM) (EDT)
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Small Business Council
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