The Watkins Glen Area Chamber has over 134 years of experience tracing back to 1889 when organized as the Watkins Glen Business & Professional Association. In 1949, the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce was incorporated and since 1988, the Chamber has operated as the Tourism Promotion Agency for Schuyler County. Today, representing 450+ regional businesses and organizations, our vision is to advance the Watkins Glen area as a premier destination that intertwines its unique scenic beauty with economic diversity and prosperity.
Board of Directors
Chairperson
Ron Beck
Magnolia Place Bed & Breakfast
1st Vice Chairperson
Wendy Shutter
The Arc of Chemung Schuyler
2nd Vice Chairperson
Jodie Vanselow
Finger Lakes National Forest
Treasurer
Tracy Gates
Cayuga Health System
Secretary
Mike Stamp
E.C. Cooper Insurance
Directors
Dena Carrigan
Chemung Canal Trust Company
Jasmine Canestaro
Schuyler Hospital
Carmella Hoffman
Sunset View Creamery
Kelly Povero
Watkins Glen Public Library
Kai D’Alleva
Watkins Glen Central School District
Stacey Parrish
Watkins Glen Village Parks & Recreation
Laury Ward
Finger Lakes Wine Country
Carl Blowers
Schuyler County Legislature
Ex Officio
Judy McKinney-Cherry
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Our Team
Caitlin Kelce
Marketing Communications Manager
(607) 535-4300 ext. 313
Mission & Vision
Mission
To advance economic success and enhance quality of life through promoting the beauty of the Finger Lakes and supporting the Watkins Glen Area community through education, leadership, and collaborations.
Vision
To advance the Watkins Glen Area as a premier destination that intertwines its unique scenic beauty with economic diversity and prosperity.