Columbia and Greene County Organizations Awarded Regional Achievement Award

Hudson, NY – Pattern for Progress recently presented the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce with the Regional Achievement Award for successfully bridging the Hudson River to demonstrate the power of regional cooperation.

Three other Columbia and Greene County organizations were also awarded the Regional Achievement Award. They included Columbia-Greene Community College, Greene County Chamber of Commerce and The United Way of Columbia and Greene Counties.

The awards reception was held at Anthony's Pier 9 in New Windsor and was attended by over 500 Hudson Valley businesses and government leaders. The keynote speaker for the event was Anthony Shorris, the new executive director of Stewart Airport, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.

In accepting the award, Chamber President & CEO David Colby stated that it is extremely important for the Chamber to work regionally for its members and to expand the opportunities and resources throughout the entire Hudson Valley.

For more information about the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce call (518) 828-4417.

The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce, with its 850 members, is the leading voice of business in Columbia County, providing advocacy, promotional and benefit solutions for its members. Those seeking more information concerning the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and membership can contact the Chamber at (518) 828-4417 or visit the website at www.columbiachamber-ny.com.