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Bronx Chamber Of Commerce News You Can Use - June 23, 2023

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June 24, 2023

From: Bronx Chamber of Commerce

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Joseph P. Kelleher Memorial Golf Tournament Breaks Records

MOCs Partners with Bronx Chamber of Commerce

HPD Commissioner Adolfo Carrion, Jr. Honored by the Bronx Chamber

Bronx Chamber Celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride

Legislative & Advocacy Updates

Lien Bill Update

Bronx Chamber Advocating in Washington DC

Bronx Chamber Opposes NYC Council Bill, Int. 0617-2022

JOSEPH P. KELLEHER MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT BREAKS RECORDS
RAISES FUNDS TO SUPPORT BRONX BUSINESSES

2023 Bronx Chamber Joseph P. Kelleher Memorial Golf Tournament broke records with funds raised to support Bronx businesses and work for a fairer NYC business environment.

Over 275 Golfers and revelers gathered to celebrate the inaugural Joseph P. Kelleher Memorial Golf Tournament, breaking records for support of the Bronx business community. Golfers teed off at Ferry Point, enjoying a beautiful day and raising critical funds for business programs serving the Bronx. During the day supporters networked with Bronx Chamber members actively shaping New York City's approach to business and economic development.

The Bronx Chamber thanks our Tournament Chair, Greg Gonzalez, generous sponsors and supporters, Board of Directors, team, and the staff of Trump Links at Ferry Point for a stellar day supporting the Bronx and NYC.

NYC MOCS & BRONX CHAMBER PARTNER TO PROMOTE BUSINESS PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Mayor's Office of Contract Services & Bronx Chamber bring resources to 138th Street - South Bronx.

The Bronx Chamber of Commerce and MOCS brought MOCS in Your Streets to 138th Street in the Mott Haven section of the South Bronx. Businesses received direct services, learned about doing business with the City of NY, and how to become minority / women owned certified through the Bronx Chamber of Commerce.

Leading the initiative, Darry Saldana, Business Specialist and Lead of the 138th St. BID Exploration Initiative and Tony Billups, Avenue NYC - Mott Haven Program Manager.

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BRONX CHAMBER HONORS HPD COMMISSIONER
ADOLFO CARRION JR.

The Bronx Chamber leadership team, Congressman Ritchie Torres, and over 250 notable business leaders honor Adolfo Carrion, Jr for his contributions to the Bronx and our business community.

Mr. Carrión was appointed Commissioner of HPD by Mayor Adams on January 30, 2022, effective February 7, 2022. Prior to the appointment, Mr. Carrión was the CEO of Metro Futures LLC, a real estate development and consulting firm he founded in 2012, whose focus is the development of affordable housing, mixed-use and economic development projects, and strategic planning in the New York City Metro Area.

Previously, Mr. Carrión was also the Executive Vice President of Stagg Group, a housing development and management firm, and Senior Advisor for Corporate Development to the CSA Group, the largest Hispanic-owned architecture and engineering firm in the United States. Between 2009 to 2012, Mr. Carrión served as Deputy Assistant to President Barack Obama, Director of the White House Office of Urban Affairs, and as Regional Administrator for Region II of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Prior to his tenure in the federal government, Mr. Carrión served as Bronx Borough President and as a member of the New York City Council. Mr. Carrión served as President of the National Association of Latino Elected Officials (NALEO), is an Aspen Institute Rodel Fellows alumnus, and has served on numerous boards for non-profit and government entities. Mr. Carrión holds a Bachelor of Arts from the King’s College and a master’s degree in Urban Planning from Hunter College. Congratulations Commissioner.

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