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Chamber releases data on local economy and health of storefront businesses View full report   December 18, 2025 – The Manhattan market is showing record levels of employment, but key data indicates slower momentum going into 2026, according to economic experts and business leaders at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce’s State of Manhattan Meeting on…

Chamber CEO testifies at City Council: “We cannot host the world with a ‘closed’ sign on our door” NEW YORK, NY – Today, Jessica Walker, President and CEO of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, delivered urgent testimony before the New York City Council in strong support of Introduction 948-A, a bill designed to introduce modest…

Co-chairs of the Chamber’s Storefront Business Coalition pen op-ed to newly-elected officials New York, NY – November 19, 2025 – The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that the Co-Chairs of its Storefront Business Coalition, Deborah Koenigsberger and Patrick Hall, have published a new op-ed in Crain’s New York Business.   Op-ed: To…

Chamber CEO named to Comptroller-elect Mark Levine’s transition committee NEW YORK, NY – November 13 – The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that its President and CEO, Jessica Walker, has been appointed to the transition committee for New York City Comptroller-Elect Mark Levine.  Walker  joins a distinguished group of civic, labor, business,…

Chamber statement on mayoral election “The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce and the business community look forward to working closely with Mayor-elect Mamdani and his administration on making New York City a more affordable city, particularly for local small businesses – the backbone of our economy. We are eager to find common ground and partner on…

Chamber testifies against security guard mandates proposed by City Council   Written Comments to the New York City Council Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection Hearing Topic; INT 1391 – Establishment of compensation and training standards for security guards. October 30, 2025 The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce represents thousands of businesses, from small storefronts to…

Chamber statement regarding new tariffs on Canada FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 25, 2025 Statement by Jessica Walker, President & CEO of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, on New Tariffs on Canada “The administration’s announcement today of yet another 10% tariff on Canada is a deeply alarming and counterproductive move that will be felt directly by…

Chamber releases urgent economic analysis: Broadway strike could cost city millions daily Read Full Report NEW YORK, NY – October 22, 2025 – The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce today released a critical new policy brief, “The Urgent Need to Avert a Broadway Strike,” warning that a potential work stoppage on Broadway would have devastating financial…

Chamber celebrates major political victory: passage of Midtown South rezoning August 14, 2025 – Today, the New York City Council voted to adopt the Midtown South Mixed-Use (MSMX) plan, a visionary rezoning plan to foster vibrant, 24/7 mixed-use neighborhoods across 42 blocks of Midtown South. The plan will deliver an estimated 9,700 new homes —…

Chamber unveils AI-powered social media guide for entrepreneurs Get the FREE 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…