Brooklyn Buzz

Website Spotlight: Floor & Decor

April 18, 2024

Floor & Decor, the leading high-growth retailer specializing in hard-surface flooring for homeowners and professionals, and one of Yelp’s Most Loved Brands is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its first-ever flagship store in Brooklyn, at Liberty BKLYN. The milestone grand opening kicks off with  a week-long series of events, community celebrations and giveaways.…

Member Spotlight: Floor & Decor

April 18, 2024

Floor & Decor is a leading specialty retailer of hard surface flooring, offering the broadest in-stock selection of tile, wood, stone, related tools and flooring accessories at everyday low prices. At Floor & Decor, homeowners and professional contractors have access to superstore selection at warehouse prices with showroom quality. Our extensive selection of in-stock product…

Member Spotlight: USTA Eastern

March 20, 2024

Contact: Monica LaMura, Director of Marketing and Communications, USTA Eastern Address: 2500 Westchester Ave., Suite 106, Purchase, NY, 10577Website: https://www.usta.com/eastern AboutThe USTA Eastern section is a not-for-profit community service organization whose mission is to promote and develop the growth of tennis. It is one of 17 sections of the United States Tennis Association, the governing body of tennis in…

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February 26, 2024

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Membership Spotlight: VISIONS

February 5, 2024

VISIONS/Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired is a nonprofit vision rehabilitation and social service organization founded in 1926. Their mission is to help people who are blind and visually impaired of all ages lead independent and active lives, and to educate the public to understand their capabilities and needs. All of VISIONS services, including…

Op-Ed: Brooklyn’s proving naysayers wrong

January 10, 2024

As New York City, and Brooklyn in particular, have recovered from the economic and social ramifications of COVID-19, it’s clear our borough and our city are back and stronger than ever,  Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce President Randy Peers writes for the Daily News. By RANDY PEERS January 4, 2024 at 5:00 a.m. As we turn the page…

Member Spotlight: Georgi Caterer NYC, LLC

January 2, 2024

Georgicaterer, located in Brooklyn, New York, is a distinguished catering service known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. They offer a diverse menu that caters to a variety of tastes, ensuring a memorable culinary experience for their clients. Their dedication to excellence is evident in their service, making them a notable choice for…

Member Spotlight: Blankets of Hope

November 13, 2023

Make Brooklyn a Kinder Place Interested in adopting a school? There are schools right here in Brooklyn that want to spread kindness, but they need your help! Schools like MS 582, MS 126, and PS 329 are all patiently waiting to receive funding to participate in Blankets of Hope. To adopt a school in Brooklyn,…

Member Spotlight: Penelope

October 20, 2023

At Penelope, we’ve designed a retirement plan specifically for small business owners. It’s affordable, easy to set up, and we do most of the heavy lifting for you. Plus, business owners can enjoy some big tax savings. Reach out to schedule your free consultation today. Brief Description of Business/OrgPenelope is a modern 401(k) company built…

Chamber Update: Welcome Camille Hastick

October 5, 2023

We are excited to announce that Camille Hastick, currently the Brooklyn Regional Director for NYS Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, will be re-joining the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce team in the newly created role of Vice President for External Affairs and Government Relations.   I say “re-join,” because as some of you may know, she previously served…