It is important for politicians to learn from, and about, your business. In addition, the interaction with representatives of small business and the awareness of their problems and successes is a great network opportunity and experience. The Otsego County Chamber hopes to take to Albany this year the largest group of small business owners ever. The Central New York Agritourism and Education program will bring urban and surburban visitors to farms for both short stops and extended stays. With three different categories of involvement, children and adults will learn more about the many challenges farm families face, as well as the satisfaction of working in close harmony with nature.
Visitors can enjoy the rural atmosphere and farm activity during an overnight or extended stay.
The program funds are being administered by South Central Resource Conservation and Development Project. Article provided by the TeleCenter Since its inception, the major goals of the TeleCenter, a joint venture between Hartwich College, Wilber National Bank and The Otsego County Chamber, have been to provide economic development through technology, and to create new jobs. We have the facilities and infrastructure to support and promote telecommuting and e-commerce within the area. Rick Robinson, software developer and JAVA programmer, will share his expertise and Auction-eze picture posting program at these classes. The TeleCenter's Microsoft Office classes are popular and provide a good foundation for all business activities.