Senior Housing News, an Aging Media Network publication, announced that the Summit at Saratoga, 1 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs, is one of eight independent senior living communities in the nation to be nominated for its architecture and design awards in the Independent Living category. The Summit is among the nominees for the publication’s fifth...
State Has Funds To Help Farmers Enter The New York State Grown & Certified Program
New York state has funding to help fruit and vegetable farmers join the New York State Grown & Certified program. Some $1.5 million is available through the Environmental Protection Fund to help farms implement an agricultural environmental management plan and a reimbursement of up to $1,000 is available for growers who participate in a...
Businesses See Energy Costs As A Concern; SEDC Assessment To Address Future Needs
Saratoga Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) is coordinating a strategic assessment of energy use in the Capital Region corridor from eastern Albany north through Saratoga County to Warren and Washington counties.
Increased demand for electricity and natural gas have contributed to the price fluctuations affecting diverse employers’ competitiveness and consumer rates, including small and larger businesses as well as institutional users, SEDC officials said.
“We are focused on keeping our region competitive so we retain businesses and attract investment to drive future job growth,” said Dennis Brobston, SEDC president. “In large part due to the region’s recent economic development successes, increased demand for electricity and natural gas has resulted in our area, especially the zone north through Saratoga County. Large and small businesses have flagged energy cost as a concern.
Business Report: Cybersecurity Is A Cost Of Doing Business
By Christopher W. Meyer President-elect Donald Trump recently observed that no computer is safe from hacking and that the only way to securely convey information is to deliver it by courier. While experts agree that no computer system can be made 100 percent safe, they also have pointed out that “old fashioned” methods of...
Good Business Plans, Reasonable Expectations Are Important Facets Of Starting A Business
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By Susan E. Campbell
What determines whether a start-up flies or fails? A well thought-out business plan, reasonable expectations and enough capital to get through some down times are key factors, say some experts.
“To secure a start-up business loan, the lender requires the principals to provide a written plan,” said Paul Dowen, CPA, partner at Whittemore, Dowen & Ricciardelli LLP (WDR) of Queensbury and Saratoga Springs.
This need not be a formal 40-page document, but must provide research and details about what the company will need for its initial capitalization, he said.
Business Report: Employee Stock Ownership Plan Benefits
By Stephen Ferraro Business owners who are considering how and when they will cash in the shares of their privately-held stock are often curious about whether or not an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) can be of assistance in helping them reach their goals. Although there are many details to ESOPs that need to...
CEO Of nfrastructure Hopes Concerted Effort Can Improve The Health Of Area Residents
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As chairman of the Capital Region Heart Ball on Feb. 25, Dan Pickett, CEO of nfrastructure in Clifton Park, is bringing together organizations and businesses to help improve the health of Capital Region residents.
“The American Heart Association is one of the most impactful of its type in our community,” Pickett said. “One of the foci of the Pickett Family Foundation is health care. I’m also a director at Albany Medical Center, which now has an affiliate agreement with Saratoga Hospital and Columbia Memorial Health. Chairing the Heart Ball puts a lot of our philanthropy into one area—health care.”
The Capital Region Heart Ball is set for Saturday, Feb. 25, at the Hall of Springs in Saratoga Springs. Pickett said he plans to highlight the work of area hospitals, their leaders and the American Heart Association at the Capital Region Heart Ball.
The Center For Occupational Health Helps Companies Monitor Health And Safety Issues
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By Susan E. Campbell
The greatest asset a business has is its people. Keeping both workers and the workplace healthy and safe directly impacts a company’s bottom line and more.
The Center for Occupational Health (COH), a service of Glens Falls Hospital, helps businesses throughout the region maintain quality workplace health care. Last year, COH served 31,000 individuals and 2,000 companies from its locations in Queensbury, Wilton, and at individual company sites, said COH director Cathy Reichen, PT, DPT.
“Companies want to make sure that new hires are fit and capable of doing the work they are being asked to do,” Reichen said. “Injuries hit the bottom line with increased workers comp costs, lack of work, and decreased productivity.”
Saratoga County Chamber Of Commerce To Sponsor Wellness Week From January 17 to 23
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By Jill Nagy
“We want to make sure that Saratoga County is one of the healthiest places to live,” said Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce President Todd Shimkus, announcing the chamber’s third annual Health and Wellness Week, Jan. 17-22.
The county is already ranked by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation as the healthiest place to live in New York state, up in the ranking from number 5 three years ago, he said.
During the week, businesses in the county will introduce the community to activities and resources to help them meet fitness goals for the New Year. All events are free but most require prior registration.
‘Work Force Strong’ Program Helps Employees, Employers Deal With Health, Fitness Issues
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By Liz Witbeck
A good business owner knows how essential it is to keep employees healthy and motivated in the workplace. Recently, Travis Gil and his team at Fitness Artist, launched a new program to help other companies do just that.
Gil is the owner of Fitness Artist, a personal training studio. The program integrates highly customized, one-on-one sessions or “exclusive” small group classes to help clients achieve their goals. He founded Fitness Artist in 2010. He has three locations: Saratoga Springs, Clifton Park and Loudonville.
He saw opportunity to grow his business and help supply a fitness and injury prevention program to other businesses, which inspired him to launch Work Force Strong. It is a corporate wellness program designed to increase productivity and decrease injuries.