Lori Childs was named assistant vice president, retail banking administrator and bank security officer at Ballston Spa National Bank (BSNB). In this position, Childs will have direct oversight of branch staff, providing guidance and support in meeting their customer service and business development goals. She will also design and administer security programs at all...
All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Restaurant, Wasabi, Opens On Putnam Street In Saratoga Springs
By Maureen Werther
Larry Zhao and Danny Lin are co-owners of a new restaurant in Saratoga Springs offering sushi, sashimi, teriyaki and stir fry food.
Wasabi, located at 63 Putnam St., is offering an upscale version of “all you can eat.”
Unlike Asian restaurants that offer pre-made, buffet-style items, Wasabi has differentiated itself in a few important ways. People who come to dine are seated at a table and given a menu. They choose their selections and give them to the server, who brings unlimited quantities to them for a fixed price. Nobody has to get up from their table and serve themselves in a buffet line. All food is freshly prepared to order.
Woman Forms Landscaping Company Aimed At Providing Quality Work, Customer Service
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By Susan E. Campbell
A woman-owned and managed landscape engineering business opened in March in Saratoga Springs.
Larch Landscape Architecture and Engineering PLLC was founded by Jessica Marquard, RLA, ASLA, APA, to provide quality landscaping and planning for commercial, industrial and municipal projects.
Marquard is a Cornell University graduate with two masters degrees. After getting her professional career started in Philadelphia, she and her husband returned to the area where she grew up and joined Saratoga Associates, then later C. T. Male Associates.
50-Year-Old Company, TriNova, Opens Branch Office In Ballston Spa To Serve The Northeast
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By Jennifer Farnsworth
TriNova Northeast, a distributor of hi-tech instrumentation for various industries, is settling in to a new Ballston Spa location, complete with offices, a warehouse and training facilities.
The growing business serves upstate New York, in addition to New England.
TriNova works with clients from a broad spectrum of industries to provide solutions to their instrumentation needs. It represents over 30 manufacturers in the Southeast region and has five locations in four states.
Three Local Businesses Recognized By U.S. SBA At May Small Business Excellence Awards Luncheon
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Three local small businesses were recognized during National Small Business Week at the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 20th annual Small Business Excellence Awards luncheon in Albany in May.
Small businesses are selected for the Excellence Awards based on longevity, innovation, sales growth, increased employment, ability to overcome adversity or community contributions.
Among those honored was Armor Group Insurance Agency based in Clifton Park. Robert Cowan started the business in 2013. “Through his highly-effective targeted marketing efforts, outstanding salesmanship and super
Ballston Spa Awards Call for Nominations
The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association is requesting nominations for its 2018 Property Beautification Awards in Ballston Spa.
The awards are given in recognition of the restoration, renovation, new build, and beautification efforts by homeowners and businesses, which have enhanced the Ballston Spa area within the past two years.
This year’s awards will again be sponsored by Curtis Lumber.
Saratoga Economic Development Corp. 40th Anniversary Event Attended By 300 Supporters
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Over 300 business and community leaders attended the Saratoga Economic Development Corp.’s 40th anniversary event at the historic Canfield Casino in Saratoga Springs in May.
At the event, Stacie Diana presented Dennis Probston, SEDC president, with a copy of an entry in the Congressional Record submitted by Rep. Stefanik honoring SEDC’s 40th year of private sector driven economic success.
Celebrating 40 years of success, SEDC continues to work with nearly 300 employers.
Saratoga Classic Horse Show To Take Place At New Venue At White Hollow Farm In Stillwater
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The Skidmore College Saratoga Classic Horse Show is celebrating its 21st annual competition with the grand opening of a new 103-acre venue called White Hollow Farm in Stillwater.
The property, located eight miles from Saratoga Springs, features eight new riding arenas engineered with state-of-the-art drainage systems and high-performance, all-weather footing, officials said. The venue provides an expansive area for competition, practice rings, stabling, turnout paddocks, vendors and public viewing.
The horse farm was a gift to Skidmore College from the estate of the late Robert R. Rosenheim of Sharon, Ct. It is located at 28 Brickhouse Road.
Ex U.S. Trade Representative Official Hired By Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership
The Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership announced the completion and launch of new marketing resource it says will strengthen the collaborative effort to attract new businesses and private investment to Saratoga County.
The Saratoga Partnership worked with the Saratoga County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) to spearhead development of the agency’s new logo—its first since the organization was founded nearly 50 years ago—and a modern website to replace one that had not been updated in more than a decade.
Aligned with the brand identity of the Saratoga Partnership, the new IDA logo and website support a unified message that effectively markets Saratoga County’s world-class business tools and assets to prospective companies and employees across a variety of industries, officials said.
KaffeeHouse On West Avenue Offers Fresh Coffee, German-Style Pasties, Lunch Menu
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By Jennifer Farnsworth
For people in Saratoga Springs that may have a craving for something with a European flare, KaffeeHouse owners say their establishment is the place to go.
The new coffee and pastry shop at 120 West Ave., Saratoga Springs, offers roasted coffee, homemade German-style pastries, and lunch items like soups and salads.
Owner Marcus Solga said the family business is something that was always a goal of his. He loves the area, so when the opportunity arose, he took it.