Irondequoit Chamber of Commerce Featured Business

Congratulations Morreall & Company on Being Named Our April Featured Business of the Month

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 21:31:22 GMT

Morreall & Company is known for its customer service excellence and for the Morreall family's dedication to their community. When choosing a Featured Business, it was no surprise to find Morreall & Company on the Board's nomination list. Morreall & Company was also nominated for our 2025 Customer Service Excellence Award where they received hundreds of votes from community members as well. Our chamber has been grateful to Taylor Morreall for donating her time on chamber committees and to Morreall & Company for their support and many sponsorships.

Get to know a little more about this local roofing contractor by reading their Q&A:

Name and title of who is completing this form: Taylor Morreall

If you are not the owner, who owns the business? Nick Morreall

How many years has the company been in business? Since 2018- 8 years

Type of business or services Morreall & Company offers? Roofing, Siding & Gutters along with other exterior repair needs.

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? Nick worked as an installer for over a decade before branching out on his own. He is very knowledgeable and well versed in his trade, and wanted to be able to connect with customers on a personal level and in a transparent and honest manner.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home? We’ve lived in the Summerville area for almost 10 years and Nick was also raised here. We love to be involved in the community and are blessed to have built relationships with many neighbors in the area. We just love Irondequoit!

How many employees does your business employ? Currently we have 3 employees with plans to expand our team in 2026.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? That we pride ourselves on the great reputation we have built over the years and that great customer service is second to none for us. When you work with Morreall and Co, you are working with a small local business that truly cares about your project and the quality of the work provided!

What community service has your business been involved in? We do our best to stay involved with community service and events. We had a great time last year sponsoring the Irondequoit Rec Center and their town events. In 2025 we also held a “Vote a Vet” promotion that allowed us to give away two free exterior renovation projects to two local veterans.

We proudly sponsor many local youth sports teams for both east and west Irondequoit. Another cause that is near to our hearts is the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. We sponsor and participate in their Out of the Darkness Walk every year.

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about? Not currently, however, we are moving our office to 624 Titus Ave, and taking over the spot where Shelly’s Sweet Shoppe used to be this spring! We hope to hold a community event there once we settle in!

Anything else you want to add? Thanks again for this opportunity!! We really appreciate the kind words and recognition from the Irondequoit Chamber! :)

Check out Morreall & Company services and learn more online at: www.morreallandcompany.com

Congratulations Interiors By Emily Ruth on being our March 2026 Featured Business of the Month!

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 22:52:36 GMT

We are incredibly excited to announce that Interiors By Emily Ruth is our March Featured Business of the Month. Owner, Emily Smazcniak, is not only an incredible artist and designer but has proven to be a valuable asset to our Chamber. Emily joined the Annual Awards Committee in fall of 2025 and soon joined the ICC Board of Directors. Since being a part of our team she has been on multiple committees, contributed her time and creativity and is one of the sponsors of our upcoming Women's Networking event taking place at the Union Tavern on March 26th.

That creativity, passion and Emily's outgoing character can be seen in her work. Some of our board members were fortunate to visit her client's newly renovated home to check out Emily's work first hand! We were impressed and they couldn't say enough about working with Emily.

Check out this Q&A we did with Emily and learn a little more about Interior with Emily Ruth:

How many years has the company been in business? Two Years

Type of business or services are offered? Interior Design- Project planning, design plans, 3D renderings, material selections and project management

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? I have been in the “home” industry for over 20 years now, learning everything from materials, spatial design, to rough plumbing and electrical! With a lot of encouragement and support of family and friends, it made sense for me to start my own business.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home? I reside in Irondequoit, and I work out of my home!

How many employees does your business employ? Just me

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? Not only do I have years of experience in the industry, I also am an artist. I really enjoy working in older homes and combining peoples style with the era of the home. I am very flexible and work with in my client’s budgets.

Check out Interiors by Emily Ruth online and check out some of the projects that have been completed. You can also follow Interiors by Emily Ruth on Facebook or Instagram.

Congratulations Dominic Agostini Agency – State Farm Insurance on being our February Featured Business of the Month!

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:25:27 GMT

Shopping for insurance can be stressful. Having someone on your side to walk you through the options and evaluate your needs can alleviate some of that stress. That is what the team at Dominic Agostini Agency – State Farm Insurance aims to do.

Please check out this Q&A with owner, Dominic Agostini to learn more about this local agency here in Irondequoit:

How many years has your company been in business? While the Dominic Agostini Agency has been in business for over 21 years!

What type of business or services does your agency offer? We are a full service agency offering insurance across ALL lines, but specializing in Auto, Home, Life and Investment products.

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? I had worked in the insurance industry for 7 years before deciding to open up my own business. State Farm was a natural fit and it’s a Mutual company that is owned by its customers. That means it prioritizes long term stability and is always focused on the customer (its owner!).

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home?: There was already a very successful State Farm agency ran at this location (726 Titus Ave) for many years. Not only was it ran well, but the agent is a close friend of mine. When he decided to pursue another opportunity, it was a natural fit for me!

How many employees does your business employ? Across our 3 locations, I employ 15 licensed agents.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? We are here to help and we care deeply about doing all that we can to protect you and your family. We love what we do and so we will take the additional time to discuss all of your needs, including life insurance and investment products!

Dominic Agostini Agency – State Farm Insurance is located at 726 Titus Ave. You can find Dominic's information and contact page online.

Congratulations Electronic Merchant Systems/KURV Processing on being our January 2026 Featured Business of the Month!

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 22:47:10 GMT

One of our long-standing Chamber members is Electronic Merchant Systems/KURV Processing, a team of experienced solution specialists dedicated to helping local businesses implement secure, convenient, and cost-effective payment processing solutions. Led by Director Steve Miller, the EMS/KURV Processing team proudly supports many businesses here in Irondequoit and also offers an exclusive member-to-member benefit to fellow ICC members.

Check out this Q&A with Director, Steven Miller, to learn more about EMS/KURV:

How many years has the company been in business? 15yrs

What type of business or services does EMS/KURV offer? Multiple solutions for accepting credit card payments including digital invoicing, e-commerce, point of sale systems, stand-alone terminals and more.

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? I was recruited to the credit card processing industry.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home?: Proud to be an Irondequoit resident, love this town, the people and the local businesses.

How many employees does your business employ? 8 people total

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? No matter who handles your businesses credit card processing please be sure to know an actual human that can login to your acct and assist when there is an issue. It’s your money so know who is responsible to insure its deposited to your account.

What community service has your business been involved in or organizations do you support/donate to? We donate so many organizations but for over 20 years we have been a major sponsor of the local Polar Plunge for Special Olympics.

To learn more about EMS/KURV and check out testimonials, head over to their website.

Congratulations Woofie's of Rochester on being our November Featured Business of the Month!

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 18:57:08 GMT

Just as schedules pick up for the holiday season, there couldn't be a better time to introduce you to our November Featured Business of the Month, Woofie's of Rochester! Holiday travel or spending more time away from the home this season? No need to feel guilty about being away from your fur-babies, Woofie's has you covered.

Woofie's of Rochester is owned by Irondequoit residents Jessica and Bert Gallom. Learn more about Woofie's and check out our Q&A with owner, Jessica Gallmon:

How many years has Woofie's of Rochester been in Business: 2.5 years

What type of services does your business offer? We provide premium pet care services for dogs, cats, and a variety of other animals. These services include mobile grooming, pet sitting, dog walking, house sitting, and pet taxi needs.

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? After a successful career as a graphic designer and manager, I was looking for a shift to something more fulfilling. Together with my husband, Bert, we set out for a change where we could take charge and feel empowered. I, deemed a dog whisperer by my children, felt a spark when learning about Woofie’s. To say Bert and I are animal lovers would be an understatement! We can’t imagine life without our fur family and knew from the start that Woofie’s was the perfect fit!

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home: We love living in Irondequoit and it made sense to have our home base be in the heart of our amazing community.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? We currently have a team of 20 people, 5 of which live and/or grew up in our community.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? We are passionate about providing personalized and attentive care to your pets. We customize the care to your specific needs and take pride in going the extra mile. We have a robust app that tracks our GPS arrival/departure times including journal entries with photos/videos and a summary of what happened at your visit. All of this to provide peace of mind while you're away.

What community service has your business been involved in or what organizations do you support/donate to? We always give back to local rescues at each of our events, whether by funds or our services. We have partnered with Lollypop Farms to provide pet taxi services to low income families, donations and support of Verona Street, donations and grooming services to GRASP and Second Hand Rescue to name a few. As a brand we also partner with Farmer's Dog Fresh Food, Ancestry DNA, and Pet Telehealth to provide discounted options to our customers for premium care for their pets.

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about? During winter we tend to be quieter with events. We celebrated 21 years of our Woofie's brand on October 22nd at Irondequoit Beer Company. Proceeds went to Verona Street Animal Shelter.

You can find Woofies of Rochester online or by calling (585) 206-4840. You can also follow them on Facebook or Instagram.

Congratulations Depoian Team for Being Our October Featured Business!

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:45:25 GMT

If you have met Ann Marie Depoian then you have been motivated by her upbeat and fun take on tackling life. The Depoian Team celebrates their 25th Anniversary this month and Ann Marie's birthday is on Halloween day, so it was a no-brainer that they must be the October Featured Business of the Month! Check out this Q&A with Ann Marie to get to know a little bit more about what make the Depoian Team Special:

What's your Business name? Depoian Team

Who is/are the owner(s)? Ann Marie Depoian

How many years has Depoian Team been in business? 25 years

What type of business/services does the Depoian Team offer? Financial advisory services, including mortgage lending, debt management, insurances and investments.

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? My husband Jeff got licensed first when we lived in Utica NY and our son was a toddler, while he worked full time as a restaurant manager, with the plan to leave that job and make financial services our full-time business, with me supporting in the back office. I got wrapped up in learning how it all worked and talking with the clients and listened to the stories of how we helped turn their financial lives around for the better and I was hooked! I knew I had to get my license too and help out to double our efforts. I was in licensing class 1 week after I had our daughter and a year later, I had the hang of it really well and we switched roles and I became the lead agent and Jeff became back office support as well as our office's NYS licensing teacher and coach, a notary and a CE administrator! We wanted everything in-house for our growing team and quality control is very important to us, because it's our name and reputation out there.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home: That's easy! It's where we live! Our home is in Summerville.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? We have 30 agents and growing and they come from all over Rochester, the state of NY and various other states.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? That we are a complementary service & we're Fiduciaries which means we have NO Quotas, NO Products we must sell, No Conflicts of interest with the Vetted Financial companies we work with and we provide high level financial service regardless of people's net worth. We are certified woman owned and work with businesses as well as government agencies. We were founded on providing financial literacy to our clients so they can make more income and make informed decisions to become properly protected, debt-free, and financial independent. That is our mission statement.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to? We have been part of the National Human Resources Association of Rochester, NHRA for a couple of decades and are very active on the committee for the annual benefit auction, which adopts a different 501c3 company every year that helps put people back to work in some capacity.

We were youth ministers for 16 years at IUCC, I'm a part of Stella, the Women's Foundation and the Women's Council. We'd like to do anonymous giving, personally. We have been part of the Irondequoit Chamber of Commerce on and off and now sit on the board and we really like participating in and sponsoring the annual Joe Genier Charity Mini Golf Tournament.

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about? Yes! Our 25th anniversary ribbon cutting will be on Tuesday, October 28th at 8:00 a.m.

Congratulations Whispering Pines Miniature Golf Course on being our September Featured Business of the Month!

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 20:07:56 GMT

We are honored to celebrate Whispering Pines Miniature Golf Course as our September Featured Business. Jim and Greg Papas, owners of Whispering Pines, donate their historic Sea Breeze golf course annually to our J. Genier Charity Mini Golf Tournament in support of The Sunset House. The Papas, who recently retired and sold Parkside Diner, remain the owners of the miniature golf course and continue to provide family-friendly entertainment. Check out this Q&A with owner, Jim Papas:

Whispering Pines is the oldest golf course in the U.S.! How long has it been in business? 95 Years!

What type of services do you offer? Miniature golf. (Okay! They also offer birthday parties and course rentals for events!)

How did your business come about? It was started in 1930, it is the oldest miniature golf course in the U.S.A. (The course was renovated in 2012)

Why choose a business in Irondequoit to own? Irondequoit is a central location. We also chose to be near the West Irondequoit school district and our parent’s residence.

How many employees does your business employee? Are any Irondequoit natives? Ten, all are from either East or West Irondequoit.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? We are real and affordable family-fun entertainment.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations does you support/donate to? We donate to cancer organizations and support The Sunset House.

Are there any events you are hosting that you wish to tell the community about? The J. Genier Charity Mini Golf Tournament is being held her on September 18^th. Jose was a great customer of ours and is missed dearly.

Whispering Pines Miniature Golf Course is located 4383 Culver Rd. in the Sea Breeze area of Irondequoit. The golf course is season and operates in the spring, summer and fall seasons.

Congratulations Bar-Bill East on being our August Featured Business of the Month!

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 16:06:39 GMT

When Bar-Bill East came to Rochester there was a lot of excitement around the famous beef on weck and wing tavern. We at the Irondequoit Chamber are honored that Bar-Bill East chose to immediately become members. Nestled down by the bay on Empire Blvd, Bar-Bill East is a great place for outdoor seating in the summer to cheering alongside the Bills Mafia in the fall.

Check out this Q&A with their Marketing Director, Kaileigh Falkner, and learn more about our August Featured Business of the Month:

How many years has Bar-Bill East been in business? 2 years at this location

Who are the owners?: John Crook & Harry Crook

Type of business/services offered? Restaurant known for our hand painted chicken wings & beef on weck. We are a full service restaurant & bar.

How did your business come about/What made you choose to open your business? Our original location opened in East Aurora, NY in 1967.. we have since opened a spot in Clarence, NY (2020) and most recently, this location on Irondequoit Bay in Rochester (2023).

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home?: John & Harry’s parents, Clark & Katie Crook, started their life together in Rochester so this location seemed only fitting as we expanded the restaurant. Restoring beautiful old buildings is a foundation of our brand and this space was a perfect fit for that.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives?: Our Bar-Bill East has 75 employees, 10 are Irondequoit natives.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? We are proud to be part of such a wonderful community!

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to?: This past winter we held a canned food drive in conjunction with former Buffalo Bills player, Fred Jackson, to benefit the Irondequoit Community Cupboard, Inc. Every September we have featured a Golden Chicken Wing with all proceeds going directly to P.U.N.T. Pediatric Cancer Collaborative in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about?: We host an annual Bar-Bill Charity Golf Tournament every August (we are coming up on our 6th year) at Byrncliff Golf Resort. We are always looking for sponsors to join us!

...And as always, we are excited for training camp & football season! Go Bills!

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Bill-Bar East is located at 1129 Empire Blvd, Rochester, NY 14609 and open 11:30am to 10pm daily. Check them out online to see their menu, merch, learn about their charity golf tournament and more.

Congratulations T-Mobile for Business on Being our July Featured Business of the Month!

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 13:09:56 GMT

This month we are excited to recognize our Corporate Members from T-Mobile for Business. The T-Mobile for Business team has been actively supporting our chamber and the Irondequoit business community since becoming members. T-Mobile for Business is more than just cell phones. We are excited to introduce to everyone how their division differs from the typical store experience and how they are assisting small and medium size businesses achieve success through personalized solutions designed for them.

Here in Irondequoit, Benjamin Neumann – Business Account Executive and Dave Meyers – Business Account Executive, work closely with the E. Ridge Rd retail store manager, Nick Ebersold to make sure they are meeting the needs of our business community.

Since they do work as a team, we sent over a Q&A for so you can all learn more about them and they completed it collectively. Check it out:

Name and title of who is completing this form:

Benjamin Neumann – Business Account Executive
Dave Meyers – Business Account Executive
Nick Ebersold – Retail Store Manager

What type of business/services does T-Mobile for Business offer?

Phones, Tablets, Hotspots, Etc.
High Speed Internet / Fail Over Internet
Fleet/Asset Tracking Technology
PBX Systems
Security Cameras

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives?

We have 8 local team members working in our retail store. Nick and Ben both personally live in Irondequoit and take pride in serving their own community.

What do you want potential customers to know about T-Mobile for Business?

We deliver telecommunications and technology solutions on America’s best network, with unmatched value and personalized support at the local level. Our team can come directly to your business, sit down with you, and take the time to understand your technology needs. We often meet companies who’ve been with the same provider for 5, 10, even 25 years—only to discover their bills are confusing, outdated, and full of missed opportunities for savings.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to?

Annual Mini Golf Tournament (Our side note: They were our 2024 Caddy Sponsor!)
House of Mercy

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about?

Nothing on the schedule now but be on the lookout for our next Business Networking Event getting scheduled soon!

Congratulations Professional Notary Services, Inc on being our May Featured Business of the Month!

Thu, 15 May 2025 12:39:44 GMT

We are happy to honor Professional Notary Services, Inc. this May as our Featured Business of the Month. Professional Notary Services has been serving the people of Rochester for over a decade and has been a long time member of our chamber. Please check out our Q&A with Professional Notary Services, Inc President, Marcy Tiberio:

How many years have you been in business? 12 years

Type of business/services does your business offer? We offer in-person mobile notary services nationally and remote online notarization nationally and internationally.

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? I really fell into it. I had left my previous place of employment and thought I would do notary work until I found something else and 12 years later – here I am! I t’s been such an honor to help so many with life milestones such as purchasing their home, starting their business or adopting a child.

Why choose Irondequoit Chamber? I’m actually in High Falls but I live in Irondequoit and I wanted (the business) to be somewhere central and be a part of such a historic area.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? I have over 1100 subcontractors nationally and three from my admin team are Irondequoit natives.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? We can handle all your notarial needs.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to? I am a Girl Scout trooper leader and foster dogs. We support local classrooms through DonorsChoose, the Veterans Outreach Center and CASA of Monroe County. We are happy to support other local organizations upon request.

Professional Notary Services, Inc is located at 74 Browns Race Suite 202, Rochester, NY 14614. You can learn more about their services online and you can also follow them on Facebook and other social media sites.

Congratulations Tiffany Ann Photography on Being our April Featured Business

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 12:26:23 GMT

We felt it was about time we honor Tiffany DelleFave, photographer/owner of Tiffany Ann Photography, and showcase her amazing new studio location. Tiffany has been an active member of our chamber and throughout the Irondequoit community. Tiffany is more than just your average photographer. We love her play-based, all inclusive approach to family photography. Check out our Q&A with Tiffany to learn more:

How many years have you been in business? 15 years – March 15th

What type of business/services do you offer? Play-based family photographer. Specializing in family, High School Seniors, Cake Smash sessions, and small events.

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? It started as a hobby. We had gotten a Sam’s Club special on a camera that I knew nothing about. Like most people, I got frustrated and put it in my closet for years to collect dust. One day I decided to take an online course to teach me about the camera. I was still a hobbyist at that point, but I started to charge small amounts as a side business for small events, etc.

I watched one of my favorite photographers grow her business and was so inspired, I decided I was ready to open my own business. She is still one of my biggest influences in the business to this very day. As I grew, I realized I really enjoyed being a laid back, play-based photographer. So my whole style and studio is set up as sensory-friendly, low lighting.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home: I was born and raised in Irondequoit and still live here with my family. This is my home.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? Just little ole me.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? A lot of families don’t know that a play-based photography session is even an option. I care more about making kids comfortable than rushing through a session.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to? I donate as much as I possibly can. I support hospice, cancer charities, special needs events, Veterans, local HS events, etc. I also hold a free "Selfies with Santa" event every year. This is a free event and fun for the whole family.

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about? My events are posted on my business socials, so stay tuned each month. It could be an event at the studio or a B1G1 gift card event.

To learn more about Tiffany and her business you can check out her website. Follow her on Facebook and Instagram as well!

Tiffany Ann Photography is located at 610 Titus Ave - Garage Unit, Rochester, New York 14617.

Congratulations Shelly's Sweet Shoppe on being our March Featured Business of the Month!

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 18:34:37 GMT

We are overjoyed to honor our long time member, Shelly Roberts, owner of Shelly's Sweet Shoppe as our March Featured Business of the Month. Just the smell of her shop is delicious! When we stopped in for a visit her display case was full of tasty green sweets for St. Patrick's day and it was so hard to choose just one. We asked Shelly some questions about Shelly's Sweet Shoppe and here is what she had to say:

How many year have you been in business? Seven years.

What type of business/services does your business offer? We are a bakery. (Note: Shelly is open for drop in business and also takes orders for individuals and parties)

How did your business come about? My love of baking!

What made you choose to open your business? I had always wanted to own my own business and a bakery was a natural fit for me.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business home: We live here and it is an amazing community with wonderful people!

How many employees does your business employ? Three part-time.

Are any local Irondequoit natives? Yes, one and 2 have been Irondequoit residents for over 20 years.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? That we offer delicious treats, and love to provide personal service and are happy to help them celebrate their special life events!

What community service has your business been involved in? I am on the board of Full Circle Home and volunteer for Daystar Kids.

What organizations do you support/donate to? Too many to count! We honor as many donation requests as we possibly can. (We at the Chamber can validate this. Shelly has been a gracious donor!)

If you haven't had a chance to taste on of Shelly's delicious treats, stop in Wednesday – Friday 10am-5pm or Saturdays 9am-2pm. Shelly's Sweet Shoppe is located at 624 Titus Ave. You can check out their gallery online.

Congratulations to Kharma Care on being our February Featured Business of the Month

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 19:34:33 GMT

We are overjoyed to honor Kharma Care LLC as our February Featured Business of the Month. Kharma Care provides much needed, integrated child care and respite to the community. Please check out this interview with Kharma Care's founder Dominique Martin-Hannah to learn more.

How many years has Kharma Care been in business? 1

What type of business/services do you offer? Integrated Childcare services, respite and resource identification.

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? I have a child with different abilities whom I struggled to find childcare for because of her disability. This gave me the vision of Kharma Care. The rest is history!

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home? I chose Irondequoit for my business because it has always been a family-oriented, diverse community that I know and love, having grown up in the Rochester area. I also wanted a location that was centrally located within Monroe County, making it accessible to a wide range of families. When I spoke with the town about Kharma Care’s mission, the warm and welcoming response I received made it clear that Irondequoit was the perfect place to call home.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? We employee 24 people. 1 is a local native.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? I want potential customers to know that our childcare center is unique in that we welcome children of all abilities, and we are specifically trained and equipped to provide high-quality care for every child, regardless of their needs. In addition to our childcare services, we also offer respite care and help families connect with valuable local resources. Our goal is to support not just the children, but the entire family, by connecting them with the resources and services they need within the community.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to? We have been a part of Webster Public Library’s Special Needs Parent Resource Fair. Kharma Care has an adopt a family program for the holiday season.

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about? We will be hosting a self-care Saturday every quarter for parents/guardians caring for a child with different abilities.

Kharma Care is located at 745 Titus Ave. You can find them online and follow them on facebook or Instagram.

Congratulations Irondequoit Pharmacy on being our January Featured Business of the Month!

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:46:16 GMT

We are excited to start off the new year by honoring Irondequoit Pharmacy as our January Featured Business of the Month. Dave and Kathryn Seelman own this awesome local pharmacy serving our community. Check out this Q&A with Dave Seelman to learn more about Irondequoit Pharmacy:

How many years have you been in business? We will be celebrating 6 years in 2025!

What type of business/services does Irondequoit Pharmacy offered? We are a full-service independent pharmacy and are here for all of your prescription needs. We fill prescriptions, provide medical advice and counseling, and offer vaccinations. We have a full range of over-the-counter products, as well as professional lines of vitamins and supplements. We carry local products, including hot sauces and olive oils from Flower City Flavor Company, organic teas and Warmies stuffed animals. We also offer free prescription delivery.

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? We always knew that we wanted to start a pharmacy. This was a dream almost 10 years in the making. The pharmacist and the local mom-and-pop pharmacy have been cornerstones of the community for decades. We want to share our passion for health and wellness with the people in our neighborhood and bring extraordinary patient care to our community.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home: We never really considered anywhere else! Kathryn was born and raised in Irondequoit and Dave has lived here for almost 15 years. Irondequoit is our home. This is where we have chosen to live and raise our family, and we want to be a part of the Irondequoit community.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? We currently have 5 employees. Dave and Kathryn live here in West Irondequoit. One of our pharmacists, Liliana Yohonn, who works on Friday afternoons is bilingual, fluent in both English and Spanish. We felt it was important to have someone who could engage with everyone in our area and provide increased access to healthcare for underserved populations.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? We offer all of the conveniences of the big-box stores with a personalized touch. We know our customers by name and care about them personally. Pick up the phone and call us and you’ll right through. Stop in to see us and you won’t have to wait in line. We are not just dropping pills on your doorstep like the mail order pharmacies. We also use multiple different wholesalers for medication sources. Often times that means we can be competitive on prices if you have no insurance or can access hard to find medications.

We also own 12 Corners Apothecary, Rochester’s specialty compounding pharmacy on Monroe Avenue in Brighton. This unique pharmacy is a historic gem. Kathryn is certified in Functional, Anti-Aging and Metabolic Medicine, which makes her uniquely qualified to offer insight on treatments that go beyond the one-size-fits-all approach that you typically see in modern medicine.

We also would like everyone to know that we are accepting new patients. We know that changing a routine, of any kind, can be hard and we are here to do all the heavy lifting in getting your medications moved over to our pharmacy. All you need to do is tell us that you are ready to join the Irondequoit Pharmacy family and we will do the rest. All of our new patients are eligible to take part in our loyalty programs and free medication counseling. We look forward to seeing you soon!

What community service has your business been involved in or what organizations do you support/donate to? We are active members in the St. Kateri parish and school. We are proud to sponsor local Irondequoit sports teams and events. We have sponsored Little League, hockey, marching bands, the 4th of July 10k/2 mile race, rotary club and many more! We are happy to give back to this town that has given us so much! Our goal is to support other small businesses with our front end. We carry hot sauces and olive oils from Flower City Flavor Company, who you may have seen at the Rochester Public Market. We are always looking for ways to support our community and are open to new ideas. If you have a product or service that you would like us to carry, please stop in anytime!

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about? Representative Joe Morelle will be coming to visit our pharmacy on Friday, January 10th to discuss some of the issues that independent pharmacies and our community is facing. As many are aware, Walgreens on Pattonwood closed down a couple of months ago. We want to make sure our political leaders are aware of the issues facing our industry and how that impacts patient access to healthcare.

Congratulations Summit Federal Credit Union on Being Named Our November Featured Business!

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 12:48:49 GMT

We are excited to honor Summit Federal Credit Union on Hudson Ave in Irondequoit. We reached out and spoke to Tina Longwell, Sr. Business Relations Account Executive here in Rochester, please check out this Q&A:

How many years has Summit been in business? The Summit was founded 1941 as the Rochester Telephone Federal Credit Union. We have been in business for 83 years.

What type of business/services does Summit offer? We believe life can be a little extra exciting for everyone. By offering more ways to save, expert banking advice, and our signature neighborly support, we pride ourselves on giving our members the tools to achieve their financial goals – big or small. At The Summit, your goals are our goals. Wherever you want to go in life, we’re with you – Elevating the ordinary™ every step of the way. We strive to offer a wide range of financial products and services to meet our members needs. Checking accounts, savings and loan products just to name a few.

How did Summit come about? The Summit Federal Credit Union was founded in 1941 as the Rochester Telephone Federal Credit Union by Rochester Telephone employees who wanted access to affordable banking services. In 1957 we moved into our first headquarters on the 11th floor of the Sibley Building in Downtown Rochester. By 1983 our membership had grown beyond this original member group, and we became The Summit Federal Credit Union. With over $1.3 billion in assets, The Summit has over 230 employees and provides a full range of affordable financial products and services to over 93,000 active members mainly in Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, Seneca Falls and Cortland.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home: We have had a branch in Irondequoit for over 36 years. The first Irondequoit branch opened in 1988 and was located on Waring Rd. In 1993, it was moved to the plaza on Hudson Ave and Titus Avenue. In 2009, we built our current branch in the Wegmans Plaza, directly in front of our previous branch, to give our members greater access to a modern facility.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? We employ over 230 people. Several of our staff are Irondequoit natives and residents.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? The credit union philosophy is “People Helping People.” In addition to offering great products and exceptional service, we support the communities that we serve through the donation of our time and talents as well as resources. We believe that financial wellbeing and financial success go hand-in-hand and we are regularly out in schools working with young people and at community and senior centers helping adults navigate today’s financial landscape. One of our most successful recent initiatives has been a free seminar for seniors about fraud and scams, giving them the tools that they need to avoid becoming statistics.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to? The Summit is dedicated to the rich diversity of the communities that we serve. You will regularly see our staff out and about in the community supporting other not-for-profit organizations that share our mission and values. We support nearly 150 organizations and events annually throughout the regions that we serve, with a large focus on families and youth. In 2023, we raised and donated over $180,000 to organizations throughout our footprint and collectively spent 1,064 hours volunteering and participating in community events.

In Irondequoit, we sponsor The Market at I-Square, events with The Town of Irondequoit, and are a sponsor of The Seneca Park Zoo. In the Greater Rochester area, we support organizations such as the YWCA, Mary Cariola, Villa of Hope, the Center for Youth, Trillium Health, Rochester Regional Health’s Mobile Mammography Unit, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Rochester, and many, many more.

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about? We are the title sponsor of Sean Kenney’s Animal Super Powers made with Lego™ bricks opening in September at the Rochester Museum and Science Center, a sponsor of the Seneca Park Zoo’s “Spooktacular” event in October, and the title sponsor of Sweet Creations Exhibition at the George Eastman Museum opening in November.

Summit Federal Credit Union is located at 2121 Hudson Ave. Check them out online and follow them on facebook.

Congratulations IronChiro on Being Named Our October Featured Business!

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:20:39 GMT

We are so excited honor IronChiro this month and introduce them to anyone who is unfamiliar with the practice. IronChiro is not just an amazing medical wellness service they are also one of our Signature Members and have contributed to supporting the Irondequoit business community. Please take a moment to read this Q&A with owner Dr. Larry Peshkin:

How many years have you been in business? Established in Irondequoit in 1996 – 25+

What type of business/services do you offer? Chiropractic Care, Massage Therapy, Shockwave Therapy, Spinal Decompression, Whole Food Nutrition, BrainTap, and much more!

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? As a young adult, I began experiencing chronic back pain due to a soccer injury. For nearly 15 years, I lived with constant discomfort, bouncing from back surgeons to different physical therapists, but nothing provided lasting relief. One week, while visiting Rochester, my girlfriend suggested I see her chiropractor. After just one week of treatment, my back pain finally subsided. With regular maintenance care, I no longer suffer from lower back pain.

Having studied martial arts for over 35 years, I have always been interested in biomechanics. Understanding how chiropractic adjustments impact the neuromusculoskeletal system allowed me to see a clear connection between the biomechanics of martial arts and chiropractic care. This realization inspired me to pursue a career as a chiropractor to help others experience the relief I had found.

In 2013, I was ready to begin my journey at ICC, bringing fresh energy and perspective to the practice. Since then, we have worked diligently to exceed the expectations of our community. Rebranding ICC to IronChiro was a natural evolution, and today, we are the highest-rated chiropractic office in Rochester, New York, known for patient satisfaction and exceptional clinical outcomes. At IronChiro, we are revolutionizing chiropractic care by shifting from a pain-based model to a lifetime wellness approach. We do not just focus on relieving pain; we aim to address the underlying stressors—whether environmental, physical, chemical, or emotional—that can lead to pain before it even begins. Using state-of-the-art technology and a deep understanding of the central nervous system, we have become pioneers in the chiropractic healthcare field.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home: It was not just the fact that ICC was my chiropractic office that made it appealing to purchase; it was the strong presence it had already established in the community— a community I had fallen in love with and was eager to help thrive. The location in Irondequoit, close to the lake, the river, the zoo, I-Square, and its diversity and progressive mindset, has always drawn me in. My kids attend the West Irondequoit school district, and we are proud supporters of the Eagles. Living in the Winona Woods area, we experience a sense of neighborly love that is truly unique, unlike anywhere else I have ever lived.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? 16 employees with 10+ Irondequoit residents!

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? At IronChiro of Rochester, New York, our foremost goal is to get you out of pain, using every available means. We provide evidence-based chiropractic care combined with multiple modalities tailored to address your specific needs. Our treatments include various chiropractic adjustment techniques, spinal decompression, traction, and therapeutic massage that not only feels good but gets to the root of your problem. We also use cutting-edge technologies like the DNA Vibe, Piezowave2 Focused Shockwave (for conditions like tendonitis, sprains, strains, arthritis, and plantar fasciitis), Stimpods for neuropathy, and the WellnessPro Plus to ensure comprehensive pain management. No matter the source of your discomfort, we are committed to finding solutions that work for you. But our care does not stop there. We are just as focused on keeping you healthy as we are on relieving pain. We guide our patients with whole food nutrition, monitor stress levels using heart rate variability, and offer Braintap to help manage stress effectively. Additionally, we provide custom Foot Levelers orthotics, designed to support your entire body, not just your feet, ensuring that we enhance your overall well-being. At IronChiro, our mission is not only to bring you out of pain and back to neutral, but to unlock your full potential, optimizing both your body and mind.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to? We are large supporters of the health & wellness community here in Rochester. We participate in a variety of events every year that support to the medical community, a healthy lifestyle, nutritional education, and mental health.

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about? $50 off custom orthotic shoe inserts for all grade school, high school & collegiate faculty & staff – Expires Dec. 31, 2024

Ironchiro is located at 2164 Hudson Ave. Check them out online and follow them on facebook.

Congratulations to Tydings Automotive Our Newest Featured Business

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 20:20:17 GMT

We are so excited to honor Tydings Automotive as our newest Featured Business. Please help us congratulate them and check out this Q&A with owner, Kevin Tydings:

How many years have you been in business? 74 years.

What type of business/services do you offer? Auto Repair

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your type of business? My father, Joe Tydings, started the business in 1950. I have been here for 55 years. My dad’s brother Gerald Tydings was a Sunoco sales rep and provide my dad the opportunity to start his business. It was the first gas station built in Monroe County after WWII. We no longer sell gasoline but provide full auto repair.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home: My family has lived in Irondequoit for two generations. Irondequoit is a great place to raise a family and run a business. The Irondequoit community has been very good to us for years.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? I have two employees that have been with me for over 25 years. Tom and Tony are both Irondequoit natives.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? We are a full-service auto repair shop built on honesty. We are certified technicians that continue training. What we value the most is our relationships we have built with our customers.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to? We support St. Kateri Church and School, Bishop Kearney High School, East and West Irondequoit Schools, The Sunset House, Irondequoit Fire Department, Irondequoit Rotary, and Irondequoit Food Cupboard.

Tydings Automotive Services Station is located at 1968 East Ridge Road, Rochester, NY 14622.

Budget Blinds Northwest Rochester is our Newest Featured Business!

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 12:45:55 GMT

We are so excited to honor Budget Blinds Northwest Rochester with our Featured Business recognition. Owner, Jessi Chichelli, has been an active community member, participating in chamber events for years. Please help us congratulate her and check out this Q&A with Jessi:

How many years have you been in business? 8 years, 6 years with showroom in Irondequoit

What type of business/services do you offer? Window Blinds, Shades, Shutters, Drapes, and Home Automation

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your type of business? After 26 years working for Wegmans Food Markets, I decided to follow my passion for home décor and entrepreneurship. When I came across the opportunity to buy a Budget Blinds Franchise, it was the perfect fit. I love to use my creativity and eye for design to help homeowners solve their window covering challenges. For me, functionality comes first, ensuring we select products that will help people enjoy their space and solve their window covering needs for many years after installation. Over the years, it’s been fulfilling to develop our team and become experts in everything “window treatments”.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home: I love Irondequoit customers. They are passionate about updating their homes and community while still respecting the original features and architecture this area has to offer. While there are so many people here, it somehow still feels like a village. There’s a neighborhood connectivity and strong support for local business here that can’t be beat!

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? We have 4 employees. Our customer service administrator, Lisa Dellefave, is an Irondequoit native.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? We really get to know and care about our customers. We always strive to exceed expectations, and when things don’t go as planned, we are there to make it right.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to? We support the local Rotaries and Chambers in the all three towns we service (Irondequoit, Greece, Spencerport). We also have supported sports teams, tournaments, school and scholarship programs.

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about? Coming soon! We will be introducing a new business to Irondequoit featuring Kitchen, Bath and Closet Design!

Budget Blinds Northwest Rochester is located at 882 East Ridge Road, Rochester, NY 14621. You can find them online and on social media like Facebook, Instagram and more.

Help Us Congratulate M&T Bank (Hudson Ave)

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 22:16:47 GMT

We are thrilled to recognize M&T Bank (Hudson Ave.) as our newest Featured Business! Check out our Q&A with Commercial Branch Manager, Joe Wilson:

Business name: M&T Bank

How many years has M&T been in business? 165 years. Irondequoit since 1992.

What type of business/services do you offer? Banking and financial services.

How did M&T come about? What made them choose to open their banking business? To meet the need of the community regarding financial services.

Why choose Irondequoit for a business home? To give our customers another location to do their banking.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? The bank has 22,000 employees. The branch has 8 employees.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? A community banking approach, this means decisions about loans and community activities are made locally by the people who live and work there too.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to? 3,000 non-profit organizations across eight states. M&T has provided $33.9 million in grants to more than 3,000 nonprofit organizations. We offer several products and solutions to meet the needs of low and moderate income costumers,

M&T is located at 2133 Hudson Ave in Irondequoit. You can get all of their contact info here.

Help Us Congratulate The Great House of Guitars on Bing Our Newest Featured Business!!

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 23:33:47 GMT

Congratulations on celebrating 60 iconic years in business! Our board members had a chance to stop by what locals call "The HOG" and chat with Bruce Schaubroeck. Brothers Armand and Bruce, of this 'World's Largest Guitar Store' have created something special and the establishment they have now has come a long way from their start in their mother's basement. Bruce shared some amazing stories of bands coming through the HOG and showed us some awesome memorabilia. It's not just a store, it's a music history museum! Read their story at: https://houseofguitars.com/history/ you won't be disappointed! If you're nearby, stop in a check out their awesome 60th Anniversary magazine as well!

Instead of our traditional Q&A article, please watch our interview with Bruce here.

The House of Guitars is located at 645 Titus Ave, Rochester, NY 14617. You can find them online at https://houseofguitars.com or on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X, and Tik Tok.

Congratulations Salty Bread Pizza Cafe

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:19:52 GMT

Directly across from Seabreeze Amusement Park is a local business that is anything but your typical pizzeria. Salty Bread Pizza Cafe became an instant favorite among many of our board members after we attended their ribbon cutting event a couple years ago. Learn more about Salty Bread Pizza Cafe and what makes it unique in this brief Q&A with one of the owners Paul Padoleski.

Official business name? Salty Bread Pizza Cafe

Any other owners of the business? My family.

How many years have you been in business? Two.

What type of business is Salty Bread Pizza Cafe? We are a pizzeria meets cafe where we offer everything from pastries, soup, salad, sandwiches and of course pizza. Our featured item is our salty french bread style pizzas.

What made you open Salty Bread Pizza Cafe? How did the idea come about? I have been itching for years to get back in to the pizza business, when I found this location I was sold.

What about the location? Why choose Irondequoit for your business? I fell in love with the Sea Breeze area immediately and knew it would be the perfect place to start our business. Irondequoit is beautiful, scenic and extremely diverse. The Sea Breeze area immediately felt like home.

How many employees does your business employee and are any local Irondequoit natives? Our business employees about fifteen, ten of which are Irondequoit natives.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? I want potential customers to know we are not your typical pizza shop. We offer so much besides pizza and many items you will most likely never see anywhere else. We take pride in every menu item we make. There are zero disappointments on our menu.

What community service has your business been involved in or organizations do you support? For any local event that requires donations our answer is always yes. We are strong supporters of first responders and offer a 10% discount to all of them.

Lastly, are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell the community about? Not currently on the schedule but we encourage everyone to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages to see new and exciting items as well as upcoming events. Perhaps a two year anniversary event coming up in May...

Salty Bread Pizza Cafe is located at 4615 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14622 and is open Wed - Sun 10am - 8pm. They can be found online www.saltybreadpizzacafe.com.

Please Help Us Congratulate Irondequoit Landscape!

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:40:58 GMT

This March the Irondequoit Chamber of Commerce would like to recognize Jeff Riesenberger and Irondequoit Landscape as our Featured Business. Since their establishment in 1987, Irondequoit landscape has gone from a maintenance only company to also providing landscape design and hardscapes. While Irondequoit is still their backbone for service business like mowing, cleanups, pruning and maintenance, Irondequoit Landscape does travel throughout the eastern suburbs for larger construction projects. Some of these projects include patios, walls, landscapes and design work.

While Irondequoit Landscape is known for their beautiful work (check out their gallery) it is Riesenberger's dedication to the community that has received a lot of attention. Irondequoit Landscape has a major focus on charitable work in town and throughout the county. Riesenberger is locally involved with The Sunset House, Nature Center, Rotary projects, the school districts and special needs groups.

"We still have a number of maintenance accounts we perform yearly work for free of charge," Riesenberger tells us, "for people with extreme medical or financial needs".

In May of 2019 Irondequoit Landscape suffered a devastating fire that resulted in a personal loss of over $750k. After dealing with the loss and heartbreak, Riesenberger and his crew showed up at Invigorate Irondequoit the next morning with whatever mulch and supplies they still had to help because he didn't believe in breaking his commitment to his community. It was that community that donated to a Go Fund Me started by a past tenant that helped get Irondequoit Landscape back on its feet after receiving almost no insurance payout.

Shortly after, Covid had polar effects on the industry with demand increasing significantly and able-bodied workers hard to find. This brought on a new challenge for Riesenberger after rebuilding and he is still looking for dedicated workers today.

"Service trades are struggling to recruit new people who want to commit a lifetime to a vocation" Riesenberger says. "I am grateful to have tremendously loyal people in my office, our shop and in the field". He urges any men or women interested in learning about the landscape business to go to the Irondequoit Landscape website and reach out about openings.

While the work has been financially rewarding, Riesenberger says it's really about the relationships he has formed over the last 37 years. He involves his family in everything and says his co-workers are now considered family as well.

"I have a loving and supportive family that provides me the energy to continue to peruse my passion".

Please check out our video interview with Jeff Riesenberger located on our Facebook page.

Irondequoit Landscape is located at 258 St. Joseph St. Rochester, NY 14617. They can be found online at www.irondequoitlandscape.com and on Facebook.

Evans Bank is Our Newest Featured Business in Irondequoit!

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 21:33:05 GMT

With their strong community presence both local and regionally, it is hard to not recognize the orange "e" symbol of Evans Bank. This December, the Irondequoit Chamber of Commerce would like to recognize Evans Bank Irondequoit as our newest Featured Business and share with everyone a little more about their role in our community and what they offer as a business. Check out this Q&A with AVP/Senior Branch Manager Brighid Simonds:

How many years has Evans Bank been in business?

The Evans Bank Irondequoit Branch has been operating for 16 years. Prior to becoming Evans Bank, it was a branch of Fairport Savings Bank.

What type of business/services does Evans Bank offered?

As a full-service commercial bank, Evans Bank has a strong track record of serving business clients in Rochester, through its team of experienced and respected commercial bankers. Evans serves businesses of all sizes, with an emphasis on Commercial and Industrial Lending, Commercial Real Estate Loans, Equipment Financing, Mergers and Acquisitions Financing and Cash Management.

Evans’ experienced Community Development Banking team is a valued partner for non-profit development as well as other projects that have a community benefit.

Evans Government Banking team has the experience and expertise to understand the statutes governing public entities and provides a flexible, locally serviced suite of financial solutions, including collateralized depository services, Cash Management services and government insurance.

Through its strong retail operation with 18 branches throughout Western New York, Evans Bank provides high-touch and personalized customer service experience with all the expertise and products available at the big banks. The Evans brand focuses on a great customer experience as a differentiator and competitive advantage.

Evans Bank provides mortgage and consumer lending, offering personal loans, mortgages and home equity lines of credit with a special focus on affordable homeownership programs and programs for first-time homebuyers in underserved neighborhoods.

Evans Bancorp's wholly owned insurance subsidiary, The Evans Agency, LLC, provides life insurance, employee benefits, and property and casualty insurance.

Evans Investment Services provides non-deposit investment products, such as annuities and mutual funds.

How did Evans Bank come about? What made Evans Bank choose to open?

In 2020, Evans Bank acquired Fairport Saving Bank and has quickly become an active and visible part of the Rochester and Irondequoit communities. Our Irondequoit branch, located at 2118 Hudson Avenue has been operating since 2007, and is an integral part of our Rochester operation and serves as the center of our activity in the Irondequoit community.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home?

We are very proud of our Irondequoit branch, which is a hub of activity for retail banking, mortgage lending, small business banking, community development, insurance and investments.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives?

Evans has approximately 375 employees in Western New York and more than 30 in our Rochester region. Our Rochester team members have deep roots in the community and are active on a number of nonprofit boards and organizations including but not limited to The Irondequoit Chamber of Commerce, Penfield Business Chamber, The Fairport/Perinton Merchant’s Association, The Rochester Women’s Network, NYSCAR, The Center for Youth, Bivona Child Advocacy Center, C.U.R.E. Childhood Cancer Association, and the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business?

Since entering the Rochester market in May 2020, Evans Bank has quickly become a major presence in the financial services sector and in the community through the work of our experienced and dedicated associates. Our success is tied to relationships and to how well we understand our clients, their businesses and the competition. That depth of knowledge helps us better prepare our clients to navigate future challenges.

What community service has Evans Bank been involved in?

As a values-driven organization, Evans Bank believes in making significant contributions to the growth and development of the communities it serves, sponsoring and supporting numerous philanthropic endeavors through financial contributions and employee volunteerism. The Bank has also been an active community partner, sponsoring such events as the Rochester Lilac Festival, Fairport Canal Days, Fairport Oktoberfest, and the Darien Lake Concert Series. Evans also supports community development initiatives through partnerships with the Greater Rochester Housing Partnership, LISC, NeighborWorks Community Partners and Pathstone. Our Financial Fitness team is passionate about the financial health of our clients and community. We serve community members, non-profits, and businesses by providing customizable and personalized educational workshops about finance related topics.

Evans Bank Irondequoit is located at 2118 Hudson Ave, Rochester, NY 14617. You can find them on Facebook or online at evansbank.com.

Murph's Irondequoit Pub is our Latest Featured Business!

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 15:08:53 GMT

The Irondequoit Chamber of Commerce is excited to recognize Murph's Irondequoit Pub as our newest Featured Business! Check out our Q&A with owner Cathie Murphy:

Company name: Irondequoit Pub Inc/Murph's Irondequoit Pub.

Owner(s): Cathie Murphy, Matthew Murphy (son) and Jana Schweigert

Years in business: 37 (19 in Irondequoit)

Type of business/services you offer: Full service bar and restaurant. We offer live music four days a week. Our entire menu is available for take out and we host "happy hour events" for local businesses and charities.

How did your business come about? What made you decide to open your business: My husband Dan Murphy, "Murph", was working in the bar/restaurant business during and after college and I was a liquor sales person after college. We both loved the business and decided to make it our career.

Why did you choose Irondequoit for your business: We have lived in Irondequoit since 1987. We absolutely love this town and wanted to be part of the community. Finally in 2004, we opened Murph's on Titus Ave and the rest is history!

How many employees do you have? Are any Irondequoit natives: We employ 18 people currently and 11 of them are Irondequoit locals.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business: We love serving the community. We want everyone to feel comfortable at Murph's and enjoy the food and live music. We are trying everyday to live to my husband, Murph's, legacy.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support: We support local sports teams by advertising in their high school programs. We also host many fundraisers for local charities. We support Toys for Tots, ALS and the American Heart Association.

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell the community about: We have a couple events in the works but no dates yet. We will let everyone know when details are finalized.

You can find Murph's Irondequoit Pub located at 155 Pattenwood Dr. Make sure to follow them on Facebook for their live music calendar and to stay up to date with events.

MJ Travel is Out Latest Featured Business!!

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 18:07:42 GMT

Congratulations Marilyn Coleman, owner of MJ Travel on being this month's Featured Business and thank you for your 35 year membership with the Irondequoit Chamber!! Check out our Q&A with Marilyn:

Business Name: MJ Travel

Owner: Marilyn Coleman

Years in Business: 37 years loving every day that I did this kind of work. It never seemed like work to me just plain joy.

Type of Business/ Services Offered: Plan travel vacation for groups and families all over the world. All of a sudden people were coming to me and asking me for advice. I knew right then and there this was the career I wanted. I was working as a guidance counselor in the school system. As a hobby I would help the teachers plan their school breaks. That is when I realized this is what I wanted to do, to get in to the travel business.

How Did Your Business Come About? What made you choose to open your business: From working part time for a travel agency. 37 years ago I decided to go out on my own as I developed my own clientele that came to me asking for help to plan their vacations. I fell in love with this type of work and knew someday I would have my own agency. There it was MJ Travel, I loved what I did and was very good at doing it.

Why Choose Irondequoit for Your Business Home: I knew paying rent for an office and equipment that was needed meant I had to hopefully have enough clients just to get through those expenses. That also meant charging my clients more. So I decided to work from my home office to save my clients extra charges for their vacations. So if I worked from my home office I could do their vacations for far less, giving them more vacation for their money.

What Do You Want Customers to Know About Your Business: I love what I do with a passion. It has never been work for me, just joy of planning vacations for my clients.

What Community Service Has Your Business Been Involved In? What Organizations do you support: I use to belong to Lions Club and several local business clubs. I belong to several travel organizations. I support and donate to St. Jude. I also support women's shelters with clothing and donations.

Are There any Events You are Hosting You Wish to Tell the Community About: Since 2006 I have had groups going on the Royal Clipper Sailing Ship every year. This is a big beautiful sailing ship the length of a football field. It has 54 square rigging sails. It does both directions of the Caribbean each season. Most of my clients have sailed this beautiful ship many times with me. It truly is my most favorite way to relax and enjoy my vacations. I will be doing a group February 24th to March 2, 2024 to Barbados doing the Grenadine Islands. It is filling fast, I have 10 cabins filled so far.

Congrats to our newest Featured Business: Picture the Best!

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 19:37:13 GMT

Check Out Our Q&A with Picture the Best Owner Natalie Best

Business name: _Picture The Best_

Owner(s): _Natalie Best

How many years in business? _Twelve years! I opened Picture The Best in 2010 in Gates and relocated the studio in 2016 to 655 Titus Avenue after my family and I moved to Irondequoit.

Type of business/services offered? Picture The Best is a photo studio specializing in newborn, family, event and wedding photography. We’re there for our families through every exciting stage of life!

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? I’ve been interested in photography since my first darkroom class in high school. I love connecting with people and working to create images that tell their story. My sisters had their senior photos taken a few years apart from one another and the backgrounds and poses were identical. I wanted to create a place where each person was seen as an individual. I went to college for Film and Photography and created Picture the Best shortly after graduating; and made my dream come true of a studio where you can get photos that are uniquely you.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business ’ home: Irondequoit’s business owners are so incredibly warm and welcoming. They have a genuine interest in seeing fellow businesses succeed, and I absolutely love that. Irondequoit isn’t just home to my business, but home to my family as well and we wouldn’t have it any other way!

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? I’m Picture The Best’s only full time employee, but I’ve been fortunate to have a lot of help and support from family and friends over the years.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? We offer many different types of photography. Business photos, product photography, corporate events, school photos and many more. I love running a business because I have the opportunity to wear many hats and keep my days varied and interesting. Offering many types of services is one way to keep my creativity flowing.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to? We annually support Irondequoit High School’s football team.

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about? We host private party events called Sips & Selfies. It’s one of Rochester ’s newest group-night-out activities. It’s creative, fun and right here in Irondequoit! We’re also co-sponsoring The Haunted Carnival Walk Through at The Venue, 657 Titus Ave this October.

Tile Wholesalers of Rochester Celebrates 50 Years!

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 03:04:08 GMT

We are celebrating 50 years with Tile Wholesalers of Rochester by making them our newest Featured Business! Check out our Q&A with owners Dave and Kathy Firkins:

Business Name: Tile Wholesalers of Rochester

Owner(s): Dave and Kathy Firkins

Years in business: 50!!!

What type of business/services do you offer? Retail and wholesale ceramic, porcelain and natural stone

How did your business come about? Tile Wholesalers of Rochester was founded in 1972 by Alan Firkins. Alan believed relationships were the key to success and built a company based on superior service. In the early years of the company, the tile business was conducted on a wholesale level, working directly with contractors or tile installation companies, hence the “Wholesalers” in its name. Today, Alan’s son Dave applies that same philosophy of providing superior service to not only contractors, but architects, designers and homeowners as well. In 2021, Conor Firkins joined the company and the third generation is now here to carry on the customer service focus that has been our hallmark. 2022 marks 50 years for Tile Wholesalers of Rochester!! Cheers to our past, our present and our bright future!

Why choose Irondequoit for your business? It's centrally located with easy access for truck and customer traffic. It is also a welcoming area.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? That our customers are our number one priority!

What community service or organizations does your business support? Thread for a Cure, Laura's Gifts and Habitat for Humanity

Tile Wholesalers of Rochester has a beautiful showroom and 20,000 feet of warehouse space where they house samples and in stock products. You can find them at 1136 East Ridge Rd in Irondequoit and online at https://www.tilewholesalers.com/ . Make sure to follow them on social media including Instagram and Facebook.

Welcome to Mad Hatter's Hide Away Smoke Shop

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 03:14:31 GMT

Our Newest Featured Business!

When walking in to Mad Hatters Hide Away Smoke Shop we were immediately obsessed with all the fun and unique décor. The shop, located on Culver Rd near Norton is far bigger inside than it appears from the front. We caught up with owner Nick Stebbins for a little Q&A to learn more about Mad Hatters Hide Away.

Business Name: Mad Hatters Hide Away Smoke Shop

Owner(s): Nick and Rocco Stebbins

How many years in business? 11 Years in August

Type of business/services offered? For cigars we carry over 200 different varieties of the top-rated brands throughout the world. Cohiba, Romeo y Julieta, Punch, La Liga, and many more. The largest selection of pipes in Rochester. Our collection includes one-of-a-kind pieces from the east to the west coast, as well as the most popular brands nationwide. For CBD we carry our own premium brand, Wonderland CBD. In addition, we also carry CBDMD, Koi, Green Roads, and more! E-Cigarettes we have Smok®, Regis, Ooze, and more. If you need it, we've got it. Wraps, cones, papers, Ryo supplies, pipe tobacco, hookahs, grinders, candles, incense, and storage containers. Anything you can think of we have it. We are also a licensed Xikar and Zippo dealer.

How did your business come about? What made you choose to open your business? We grew up with a father that renovated properties through Rochester to rent out or sell. Some of these properties he opened businesses in. This set the framework for us to want to have our own businesses at a young age. We had several different businesses over the years but once we opened Mad Hatters that ended up hitting better than anything we had done before. We first opened with a small inventory not knowing a ton about the smoke shop business. We did a ton of research became very knowledgeable along with building up the products that we carried. We have always given great customers service and our customers have rewarded us by coming back again and again. This has allowed us to keep expanding and growing. We are approaching 11 years in business with us winning Rochester’s best the last five years in a row.

Why choose Irondequoit for your business’ home: We have always liked Irondequoit it’s a great town with a lot of character. The town and all the residents have always treated us well. The location of our building also has really helped our business grow. We have 104 up the road from us along with 590 around the corner. This allows us to get customers from all over Rochester and the surrounding areas. Culver Rd. is a great way to head downtown so we have a large number of cars passing us daily which has also helped our business grow quickly.

How many employees does your business employ? Are any local Irondequoit natives? We have 12 employees with many of them that are lifelong Irondequoit residents.

What do you want potential customers to know about your business? Our store is over 2000 sq feet which from the road you would never think that. If you haven’t been in come, check us out. We have the largest selection of smoking accessories in New York State. Our expert staff is knowledgeable on all the products we carry and will treat you right. Just check out our google listing and you will see the number of happy customers we have had over the years. We also have our very own glass studio in downtown Rochester. A large amount of the glass art we carry is made right in our studio or other studios in the area. We even have some of these amazingly talented glass blowers on our staff at the store. The art that we have in our store is a must see for anyone. It is truly mind blowing what these artists can make and you can see it in full display in the back half of our store.

What community service has your business been involved in? What organizations do you support/donate to? Over the years we have been involved with many events and organizations. We have donated to The CF foundation, Toys for tots, The Asthma foundation, and more. We have also donated to police, fire and other organizations for there charity events they have thrown over the years.

Are there any events you are hosting you wish to tell our community about? We do different events through out the year. At the store we do events/sales on black Friday, 4/20, and our yearly anniversary on August 1st. We have also started an event called the Roc City Flame Off. This event pits glass blowers against each other making a one-of-a-kind pieces of glass art. We threw our first one last year and will be doing it once a year. There is a few more events that are in the preliminary stages of planning. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to stay updated on everything we have going on.

Mad Hatters Hide Away Smoke Shop is located at 2334 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14609. You can find them online or follow them on Facebook and Instagram.