Posts by jwalker@manhattancc.org

The Chamber unveils AI-powered social media guide for entrepreneurs View the Guide July 20, 2025 – The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce today announced the release of its new complimentary guidebook, “AI-Powered Social Media: A Practical Guide for Busy Entrepreneurs.” This resource is designed to help small business owners leverage artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance…

The Chamber partners with NYC groups to launch “2026 Summer of Opportunity Coalition” The task force will maximize the impact of New York City’s 2026 summer events, including the FIFA World Cup and 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence NEW YORK, NY – July 10, 2025 – As New York City prepares to host…

Five Chamber Alliance Celebrates MWBE Excellence at Annual Awards May 13, 2025 – The Five Chamber Alliance, representing the five boroughs of New York City, proudly hosted its annual MWBE (Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises) Awards on May 13, 2025. The event, sponsored by TD Bank, honored outstanding MWBEs that have demonstrated significant achievements, innovation,…

Chamber CEO testifies on helping small businesses to comply with accessibility laws May 9, 2025 – Jessica Walker, President and CEO of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, testified before the New York City Council yesterday, May 9th, at a hearing focused on supporting small businesses in complying with accessibility laws, including the Americans with Disabilities…

The Chamber celebrates major political victory: discovery reforms included in State budget May 8, 2025 – The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce today hailed the inclusion of critical discovery reforms in the recently passed New York State budget, signed into law by Governor Kathy Hochul. The Chamber actively advocated for these reforms, recognizing their vital importance…

Chamber CEO testifies against proposal to lift cap on street vendor permits May 6, 2025 – Jessica Walker, President and CEO of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, testified before the New York City Council on Tuesday, May 6th, regarding proposed legislation to lift the cap on the number of permitted street vendors in the city.…

The Chamber calls on New York’s Congressional delegation to shield small businesses from tariff impact May 5, 2025 Today, the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce sent this open letter to the entire New York Congressional delegation:   OPEN LETTER TO THE NEW YORK CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION   The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce represents the 129,000+ businesses across…

The Chamber launches storefront facade improvement program with Wells Fargo   NEW YORK, NY – April 30, 2025 – The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, a leading advocate for New York City’s businesses, today announced the launch of its new Storefront Improvement Program, a vital component of its ongoing Storefront Resurgence Project which is successfully helping…

Chamber assessment of tariff impact on New York City businesses April 7, 2025 The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce is closely monitoring the recent US tariffs imposed on countries around the world. In recent days, we have been inundated with questions and calls of concern from business owners about the placement of hefty new tariffs on goods…

Statement on imposition of sweeping new tariffs on countries around the world April 2, 2025 Statement by Jessica Walker, the Chamber’s President and CEO, on the imposition of sweeping tariffs on countries around the world: “These new trade policies pose significant disruption to the travel and tourism industry in many parts of the country -…