Chamber of Commerce

The Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce is committed to supporting the region's economic vitality and residential quality of life. Since its inception in 1915, the Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce has been recognized and respected as a strong advocate and supporter of local businesses and the community. As a membership organization, we work to create a healthy, informed and active business coalition.

The Chamber of Commerce's role is to:

  • support the growth and development of local businesses
  • maintain and strengthen the quality of life in our community
  • keep our members informed and connected
  • support our existing businesses and serve as a catalyst for new commerce and economic development
  • raise awareness of the benefits of doing business in the Schroon Lake area 

 

 

2025 Meeting Schedule

The Chamber Board of Directors meets the 3rd Tuesday (please note day change) every month except July at 5pm in the Town Hall meeting room. Occasionally the date/time of a monthly meeting may be adjusted due to availability of board members. All Chamber Members in good standing are welcome to attend. Voting at these meetings is done by those directors present and attending members. A quorum will consist of a majority of those present. 

(Chamber Bylaws, Article VII, Section 1)

 

Upcoming Meetings:

May 20, 2025 - preceded by Special Meeting to elect a Treasurer

As per Chamber Bylaws Article III, Section 6, the Board of Directors will hold a Special Meeting at 5pm on Tuesday, May 20 to elect a Treasurer. Chuck Donnelly, Managing Director at The Lodge at Schroon Lake, has accepted the nomination for the position, for a term ending January 2027.

 

June 17, 2025

 

No July Board meeting

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Staff

Susan Palisano - Executive Director

Vanessa Crowley - Visitor Center & Events Manager

 

 

2025 Board of Directors

Amanda Ragland, Owner, Schroon Lake Department Store - President

Alexis King, Market Manager, Schroon Lake Farmers Market - Vice President

David Peterson, Associate Pastor, Mountainside Bible Chapel - Secretary

Chuck Donnelly, Managing Director, The Lodge at Schroon Lake Treasurer-elect

Rick Francis, Innkeeper, Loch House Inn

Brian Hosan, Owner, Brian Hosan Investment Advisor & Financial Planner

Micah Melville, Director of Operations, Word of Life NY Youth Camps

Meg Wood, Town Supervisor - Ex Officio Member

Richard Gero, Town Board Member - Town Board Representative (Designee)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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