Chamber Conducts 2026 Washington D.C. Advocacy Trip
From May 19 through May 20, the Chamber visited Washington, D.C. for its annual advocacy trip.
Small Business Month Launches with MWBE Roundtable
On May 12, New York City Small Business Services officially kicked off Small Business Month in collaboration with the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce.
2026 YEA! Class Concludes with Investor Panel
On May 5th at the Hilton Garden Inn, The Staten Island Chamber of Commerce’s Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) held its annual Investor Panel event.
Staten Island Celebrates Success of Third Annual Civics Bee Competition
The Staten Island Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted its third annual National Civics Bee event on Monday, April 13th, bringing together middle school students from across New York City for an exciting and educational civics-oriented competition.
SICC Partners with Councilmember Hanks for Women’s Expo
On Saturday, March 28, hundreds gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn for the Fifth Annual Women in Business Expo.
SICC and National Grid Foundation Launch Energy Affordability Initiative for Small Businesses
The SICC and National Grid have launched the Staten Island Energy Affordability Initiative, a new program designed to help small businesses manage rising natural gas costs and stabilize operations during a period of significant economic pressure.
Chamber Honors FDNY & EMS at 2026 Valor Awards
On March 25, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2026 Valor Awards, which celebrates and honors the extraordinary actions, bravery, and commitment to the communities Staten Island’s firefighters and EMS workers serve.
Chamber President & CEO Linda Baran Provides Testimony to NYC Council at Small Business Prelimary Budget Hearing
The testimony covered the need for continued support of the Small Business Resource Network (SBRN), reducing fines, and focusing on solutions to help small businesses grow.
SBRN Assists Clothing Company Weather Future Storms
Following a particular devastating storm, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce visited the area to offer support to the affected businesses.
Chamber President Provides Testimony to NYC Council Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
In response to rising transportation costs, few public transit options, and a challenging business climate, Baran presented four recommendations for investments to speed commutes, ease congestion, and reduce costs for Staten Islanders.
The Nicotra Group: Celebrating 50 Years of Growth on Staten Island
This year, The Nicotra Group, one of Staten Island’s most important and impactful institutions, celebrates its 50th anniversary.
Staten Island Chamber of Commerce Hosts Lunch with Assemblyman Charles D. Fall
On March 2, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce welcomed Assemblyman Charles D. Fall for a wide ranging and candid roundtable discussion with members of the small business community.
Joint Statement on the Proposed "Small Business Rent Stabilization Act"
The Five Chamber Alliance—representing the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island Chambers of Commerce—stands united in expressing our deep concern regarding the "Small Business Rent Stabilization Act" recently reintroduced in the state Legislature.
Chamber Honors Eight Individuals at 2026 “Lou Miller” Awards
On February 11, 2026, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce hosted its 2026 Louis R. Miller Business Leadership Awards.
Leading Ladies Collective Celebrates Second Cohort with Closing Ceremony
On Thursday, January 29, 2026, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce hosted the closing celebration for its Leading Ladies Collective at San Jeronimo Restaurant & Bakery in Port Richmond.
Christine DeHart Honored for Real Estate and Community Impact
A native Staten Islander with deep family roots dating back to the 1600s, DeHart lives and breathes Staten Island.
Staten Island Chamber Installs 2026 Boards of Directors
On January 29, 2026, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce and the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce Foundation inducted their 2026 Boards of Directors.