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Author: Amanda Blanton

Eager to learn, with a desire to succeed - I enjoy the creative side of marketing and have won two design awards. My successes lead me to always strive for more. I'm a hard worker, problem solver and love helping others. I believe that communication is key when it comes to accomplishing big things in my personal and professional life, which is why I always listen to others before I speak.
Anytime Fitness Glens Falls ribbon cutting

Milestones in Motion: Celebrating Local Businesses Through Ribbon-Cuttings

Written by Amanda Blanton on . Posted in 2026, Ballston Spa, Blue Collar, Business, Business Report, Community, Entertainment, Featured, Food, Glens Falls, June, Lake George, New Hires, Newspaper, Queensbury, Workforce.

Anytime Fitness Glens Falls ribbon cutting
Anytime Fitness Glens Falls ribbon cutting

The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) is already off to a good start in 2026, celebrating business milestones across our region through ribbon-cutting celebrations. Ribbon-cuttings are more than ceremonial celebrations — they represent

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2025 Leadership Adirondack participants & Program Facilitator Brian Rollo

ARCC Leadership Adirondack program and introducing Young Professionals Network

Written by Amanda Blanton on . Posted in 2026, ARCC Spotlight, Business, Community, Featured, Glens Falls, May, Newspaper.

2025 Leadership Adirondack participants & Program Facilitator Brian Rollo
2025 Leadership Adirondack participants & Program Facilitator Brian Rollo

Over 30 years ago, the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce created the Leadership Adirondack program, designed to take participants on a journey of self-reflection, leadership development, and continuing education. From overnight

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arcc booth in city park glens falls

Stronger Together: How Chamber Affinity Groups Build Connection and Community

Written by Amanda Blanton on . Posted in 2026, ARCC Spotlight, Business, Business Support Services, Community, Featured, March, Newspaper.

ARCC staff and members of the Veterans Business Network Leadership – ARCC Director of Membership Development Ava Kanninen, VBN Communications Dustin Hall (Amsure), ARCC President Tricia Rogers, VBN Chair Chris Thomas (Elite 9 Talent Solutions), VBN Vice Chair Kris Brunelle
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ARCC awards

ARCC Celebrates Community, Collaboration, and Achievements at Annual Business Awards Event

Written by Amanda Blanton on . Posted in 2025, ARCC Spotlight, Business, Charity, Community, Featured, Newspaper, November.

Attendees and stage captured from back of the room

The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) Business Awards is a beloved community event that celebrates the outstanding businesses and organizations whose contributions strengthen our region. This annual ceremony is the

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