December 30, 2022
As I reflect on 2022, it is bittersweet.
Sweet, as 2022 was a historic year for the Bronx Chamber of Commerce with record growth, in-person and authentic services deployed to over 5,000 Bronx businesses, new members, new Board members and faces to the leadership team, and the start of a strategic planning process to prepare the organization for our 130th anniversary of service to the Bronx.
Bitter, as our long time Chairman, friend, and my mentor Joseph Kelleher, passed away leaving many of us heartbroken.
With Joe's passing we are also left with a constant example of the embodiment of an authentic leader. Joe's commitment to the Bronx and the Chamber, as well as his larger than life heart and ability to close on any deal is what I will take with me as we continue to grow and develop the Bronx Chamber of Commerce into one of the most respected economic development agencies in New York City.
As part of that strategy, the Bronx Chamber has recruited new staff leadership, new Board members and Executive Committee members, and launched a 2022 membership drive which added over 130 new members to our ranks. As we enter 2023, we will move aggressively to expand membership, government contracts and services, and diversify funding streams to ensure the Chamber is on a sustainable path for growth. I commit myself and the entire Bronx Chamber team to developing a framework that seeks to grow and develop the organization as a results driven entity so that we may continue to serve all Bronx businesses.
I invite you to be actively engaged in that growth - not just with monetary support, but also with your presence, knowledge, and relationships - so that we, as a unified Chamber, can more fully represent all Bronx businesses and institutions.
I extend the heartfelt thanks of our entire team to our committed Board of Directors, partners, and government officials that are actively shaping the future of the Bronx and presenting equitable economic opportunities which position the Bronx for future success. We are truly stronger together and I am eternally grateful for your consistent support.
Our work is a reflection on our supporters - we realize its importance and impact and I am forever grateful to be entrusted with the responsibility and privilege to serve.
We remain Stronger Together. Have a very Happy New Year!
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