By Michael Anderson, Staten Island Chamber of Commerce

This year, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 125th anniversary. The Chamber’s ability to thrive and withstand more than a century and a quarter stems from the support of our diverse and eclectic membership. Through the years, the Chamber has been blessed to call many of Staten Island’s wonderful businesses one word: members. 

Whether it’s a mom-and-pop shop, a self-employed entrepreneur, a financial institution, or one of the borough’s major anchor businesses, the Chamber exists due to members trusting us to help fulfill their needs. 

Every year, the Chamber honors members who reach significant membership milestones at our flagship Annual Membership Meeting. Tomorrow, the Chamber will hold its 2021 Meeting, where we will recognize 14 total members who have maintained their membership for 25, 50, and even 75 years. 

Although these are outstanding accomplishments for these businesses, many borough residents may not truly know their backstory and history. That’s why the Chamber creates profile stories to provide a deeper perspective on these businesses.

Celebrating 25 years with the Chamber in 2021 is Brownie's Pro & Sport Hobbies, Colonial Funeral Home, Control Electric Contracting Corp., Cutrona Architecture PLLC, Gateway Church, GCT USA, Grado & Associates, Killmeyer's Old Bavaria Inn, Mrs. Rosemary's Dance Studio, Sagona Landscaping Contractors, and Showtime Publications.

Also, our 50-year members are Casey Funeral Home and LiGreci’s Staaten. Lastly, the Staten Island Museum celebrates 75 years with the Chamber. 

Congratulations to these 14 businesses for their continued membership during these decades. Click the links below to read about each business. 