The Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce is committed to supporting the region's economic vitality and residential quality of life. Since its inception in 1915, the Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce has been recognized and respected as a strong advocate and supporter of local businesses and the community. As a membership organization, we work to create a healthy, informed and active business coalition.
The Chamber of Commerce's role is to:
- support the growth and development of local businesses
- maintain and strengthen the quality of life in our community
- keep our members informed and connected
- support our existing businesses and serve as a catalyst for new commerce and economic development
- raise awareness of the benefits of doing business in the Schroon Lake area
2023 Meeting Schedule
Board meetings are held at 5:30pm on the third Thursday of the month (subject to change due to scheduling conflicts) at the Seagle Festival offices, 1094 US Route 9 (corner of Main and Leland). All Chamber Members in good standing are welcome to attend. Voting at these meetings is done by those directors present and attending members. A quorum will consist of a majority of those present. (Chamber Bylaws, Article VII, Section 1)
Upcoming Meetings:
NOTICE OF ELECTIONS AND ANNUAL MEETING
The Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce will hold a Special Board meeting on Thursday, January 26 at 5:45pm in the Town Hall Meeting Room for the purpose of holding 2023 elections. This meeting will be followed by the Chamber Annual Meeting at 6pm. All Chamber members are invited to attend. The following is the 2023 slate:
Renewal of Board Officers:
- President - Darren Woods, Artistic Director, Seagle Festival
- Vice President - Matthew Curren, Assistant VP/Regional Manager, Glens Falls National Bank
- Treasurer – Stephanie Holmquist, Branch Manager, Glens Falls National Bank
- Secretary – David Peterson, Associate Pastor, Mountainside Bible Chapel
Election of new Directors:
- Allison Barnette, General Manager, The Lodge at Schroon Lake
- Micah Melville, Director of Operations, Word of Life NY Youth Camps
Election of current Director to new two-year term:
- Amy McCoy – EMT, Schroon Lake Emergency Services
Directors serving in the second year of their term:
- Adam McCall, Owner, Pitkin’s Restaurant
- Barry Pitkin, Owner, Trail Break at Schroon Lake
Ex-Officio Member:
- Margaret Wood, Town of Schroon Supervisor
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Staff
Susan Palisano - Executive Director
Nicole Howe - Special Events
Board of Directors
Darren Woods, Artistic Director, Seagle Festival - President
Matthew Curren, Asssistant Vice President, Regional Manager, Glens Falls National Bank - Vice President
Stephanie Holmquist, Schroon Lake Branch Manager, Glens Falls National Bank - Treasurer
David Peterson, Associate Pastor, Mountainside Bible Chapel - Secretary
Adam McCall, Owner, Pitkin's Restaurant
Amy McCoy, EMT, Schroon Lake Emergency Services
Barry Pitkin, Owner, Trail Break at Schroon Lake
Meg Wood, Town Supervisor - Ex Officio Member
Richard Gero, Town Board Member - Town Board Representative (Designee)