Jaira Santiago, owner of Beads and Bangles by Jaira, participated as a panelist during the TedX Ibero Salon on February 26. She was the only female business person in the group. She shared how she started her own business with an investment of $1,500. While raising two small children, Jaira worked tirelessly to bring her jewels and creations to the local market. It took her … [Read more...] about RHBA Member Talks about Small Business
Members in the News
New book by RHBA member
RHBA member Jane Sutter recently wrote and published a new book, Beloved Burlington: Featuring businesses you knew and loved! The book strikes a nostalgia chord with Baby Boomers who grew up in Jane’s hometown of Burlington, Iowa. The book features a dozen well-known businesses and interviews with the families that owned the businesses, along with more than 100 historical … [Read more...] about New book by RHBA member
RHBA Board Member Appointed to Monroe County Board
The Monroe County Legislature recently confirmed the appointment of Orlando Rivera to the Monroe County Planning Board. The Monroe County Planning Board is charged with reviewing and recommending a six year capital improvement program which outlines the major improvements slated for County facilities (parks, roads, buildings, etc.). The Board also reviews and recommends … [Read more...] about RHBA Board Member Appointed to Monroe County Board
RHBA Member Is Featured Keynote Speaker
RHBA member and former vice chair of the Board, Luis Martinez, was the keynote speaker for the Reagan Day Celebration at the Burgundy Basin Inn on February 27th, 2020. The topic of his speech was “What Makes America Exceptional: An Immigrant’s Perspective”. For more information about the event, those interested may contact the organizer at ajd@danielefamily.com … [Read more...] about RHBA Member Is Featured Keynote Speaker
RHBA Members named in 2020 Best Companies to Work for in New York list
Congratulations to our RHBA members, First American Equipment Finance and The Pike Company, for being honored in this annual list! The 2020 Best Companies to Work for in New York list features companies small, medium, and large across the state. Both First American Equipment Finance and The Pike Company have proven they can create an environment where people love to come to … [Read more...] about RHBA Members named in 2020 Best Companies to Work for in New York list