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Making the Case for Small Business Mandate Relief

Earlier this week, the Niagara USA Chamber held a forum at the Power Vista at Niagara Power Project in Lewiston to discuss ways to reduce costs for local businesses and make New York State a more competitive place to own and operate a company.

Mandate relief is an important issue to me because unfunded mandates are the cost-drivers that have resulted in New York homeowners paying some of the highest property taxes in the nation. Unfunded state mandates have a severe impact on our small businesses, school districts and local governments. (more…)

Rocco Surace Joins Niagara USA Chamber Board of Directors

Niagara Falls, N.Y., June 14, 2012 – Rocco Surace, CPA, ABV, CVA, Jonah, Managing Partner of Gaines Kriner Elliott LLP, has joined the Board of Directors of the Niagara USA Chamber.

Mr. Surace works with numerous organizations, in various industries, directing their current accounting and tax requirements. He is notably involved in education and organizations to advance the CPA profession.

“We are pleased to welcome Rocco as a member of our board,” said President and CEO Deanna Alterio Brennen. “His expertise and experience will help us better serve our members and county.”

Mr. Surace received his Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business and Accounting from Niagara University. Also, he is an active member on several boards including: Niagara University Board of Advisors, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Buffalo Niagara Enterprise and the Manufacturing Council of BNE and National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts.

An Evening at the Aquarium

The was sun shining and sea lions  were frolicking as Niagara County business professionals came together to help support Nik Wallenda’s upcoming tightrope walk over Niagara Falls at the Aquarium of Niagara on Wednesday, June 12, 2012.

The Niagara USA Chamber, Aquarium of Niagara, Downtown Niagara Falls Business Association, Hyde Park Business & Professional Association, Pine Avenue Business Association, Niagara Street Area Business & Professional Association and Main Street Niagara co-hosted the networking mixer event. The event included a booth filled with official Nik Wallenda merchandise and a special show from the sea lions at the aquarium, along with music, food and drinks. (more…)

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