Our Members are Our Story

2018 has 10 new members!  Here are the latest five and what they can do for you. We're excited to have Glenwell DePaul as a member of the Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce! Glenwell DePaul makes sure your loved ones are living their best life. The beautiful campus is enough to want your family there, but the care staff strives to make sure residents are engaged and supported as well. This is a great place to check out if you're looking for assisted living! Thanks for helping our Cheektowaga residents! Planet Fitness is joining the Thruway Plaza. Their state of the art facility offers great classes, easy-to-use equipment, and a supportive environment. We're excited to be joining them for their grand opening on March 21st. Join us at their ribbon cutting ceremony to meet their team, see the new location, and learn how you can join. Alcott HR is a full service HR Solution for our member businesses. Alcott prides themselves on taking a "hands-on, ...

There’s two days until Valentine’s Day. Is panic setting in? Do you need some creative ideas? Whether you’re spending the day with a loved one, friends, or having a “treat yourself” day, members of the Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce have you covered! Try some of these “Chamber approved” unique and affordable ideas. Get out and Get Moving It’s the time of year where cabin fever is setting in! If the weather permits, get out and do something!  5 Wits Buffalo is a live-action, immersive adventure experience within a realistic, hands-on setting. We've done it, and it's awesome. Nestled, within the Walden Galleria Mall, they'll be plenty to do before or after.  Hang out in the Galleria and visit, RPM Raceway . A great way to satisfy your need for speed! This indoor go-kart track is a favorite among chamber board and staff members.  Stop by the Cheektowaga Public Library ! Reading for pleasure doesn't always make the top of our to-do list. Grab a ...

Networking can sometimes leave a bad taste in your mouth. Even the most extroverted of professionals have settings that they just aren't comfortable with. Walking up to someone and introducing yourself out of the blue can cause some unwanted stress. Here are some tips to help you kick butt and (literally) take names at Cheektowaga Chamber Networking Events. Check things out beforehand Sometimes knowing who you're going to see and what company they represent can help! A few days before the event, ask a staff member to send you a list of confirmed attendees. If a few stick out, you can even email them beforehand to tell them you're excited to meet them. This gives you a conversation starting point. Buddy System  Did you know all Cheektowaga Chamber events are open to all employees of a company? Bring a co-worker, or even a friend or spouse to help bridge any awkward introductions you might be worried about. You might get to know a co-worker on a differe...

2018 has already brought in five new members! But what can these members do to  help your business? Right from the start we were impressed with La Galleria Event Venue ! The beautiful space and delicious food is perfect for any event . Even if you don't have a wedding to plan in the near future, the space accommodates holiday parties, corporate events, showers, and everything in between. Their beautiful outdoor space can enhance a summer event.  Staff and Members attending a Paint Night at La Galleria! We're also welcoming BYH Marketing to the Cheektowaga Chamber. Did you know that Facebook's algorithms are changing all the time? The way you used to post and engage on social media might not work anymore. Having a digital presence is key, and BYH Marketing can help. Founder Kavon Chatman has been working with us on improving our social media pages. He will be hosting a workshop for Cheektowaga Chamber Members on February 28th at 8:30 a.m.  Th...

The Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate  The Small Business Partners  as our October Member of the Month! Husband and wife partnership and co-founders, Jeff and Andrea Ryan, have an impressive knowledge of the small business world. Being a small business themselves, they recognize the work it takes to be successful, so they offer real solutions to small businesses to help put more time back into their day. The creative duo helps with business plans, customer relationship management, accounts receivable management, and everything in between. The Small Business Partners are personal consultants that small businesses just can’t miss out on. And the best part? The first consultation is free. They don’t charge anything to sit down and talk about your business. The Ryan’s want to help you succeed in every way they can. The Small Business Partners have an astounding dedication to their local community. They are members of numerous chambers and really un...

The Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce was proud to celebrate Mazurek’s Bakery as our July Member of the Month! In 1933, the bakery was purchased by Mr and Mrs Mazurek who created traditional Polish treats and breads for the residents of Cheektowaga and Buffalo. To give you an idea of the times, the Mazurek’s rented the space upstairs to a dentist for just $10 a month! Five years ago, Ty Reynolds took over the bakery.  Reynolds keeps the bakery traditional for the staple and regular customers. With the rise of his social media platforms and website, a younger demographic of customers has started coming in as well. Keeping up with tradition, he often suggests items that younger customer’s grandparents would have had in the 30's 40's and 50's. A favorite among Mazurek’s customers are their donuts. With the same exact recipe from 1933, Mazurek’s is the only area bakery to make the recipe right from scratch. Reynold’s also tries to keep ingredients local whenever...

We are excited to celebrate Seneca Blueprint Co., Inc. as our June Member of the Month! Seneca Blueprint has been involved in the Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce since 1954. They give the words “family business” a whole new meaning. Started in 1933 by Ella and Herbert Knight, the company is now run by their grandson and sole owner and president, Rick Knight. Knight is the third generation to own the Union Road business staple. Although blueprints and printing may be their specialty, the company services everyone from architects and engineers, to those looking to pick out the perfect shipping tube. With surveying tools and construction calculators available, Knight sees a wide variety of customers on a daily basis. This one-stop-shop has printing capabilities for businesses of any size, as banners and signage are made regularly on high end printers and machines. As so many designers are turning to technology based programs, like CAD Software, Knight recognizes how things are changin...