Greater New York Chamber of Commerce 212-CHAMBER

Spotlight Event - December 12, 2024

Holiday Party and Annual Meeting, 5:30 pm Thursday

Holiday-Party

Greater New York hosts it's 23rd Annual Business Expo

The 23rd Annual Business Expo hosted by the Greater New York Chamber at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square was a notable event, drawing a diverse range of attendees including entrepreneurs, small businesses, international corporations, and civic leaders. With over 100 exhibition booths, it provided a vibrant platform for networking and collaboration across various industries, as well as with local, state, and federal agencies.

The event featured two significant panel discussions:


1.     The Future of Health Insurance: Moderated by Sidney Haitoff, Co-Founder & CEO of Mishe, this panel included experts such as Cora Opsahl, Dr. Darren Friedman, Dr. David Berger, Dr. Ahilan Sivaganesan, and Austin Cheng. They shared valuable insights on the changing dynamics of health insurance, especially in the context of healthcare and technology advancements.


2.     Artificial Intelligence (AI) Panel Discussion: Led by Mark Jaffe, CEO of the Greater New York Chamber, this session delved into how small businesses can leverage AI for growth. The discussion offered practical insights for entrepreneurs keen on integrating AI into their business models to stay competitive in the ever-evolving technological landscape.


These discussions provided attendees with forward-thinking perspectives on key issues affecting their industries and potential pathways for future growth and innovation.

The expo concluded with an International Awards Reception at 4:00 pm, celebrating global contributions and honoring Bangladesh, Israel, Nepal, Republic of Korea and Shenzhen Province. This closing event highlighted the Chamber's commitment to international collaboration, recognizing achievements that have contributed to fostering global trade relationships and promoting cross-cultural partnerships.

The Expo continues to be a pivotal event, driving economic opportunities and advancing global trade while also emphasizing peace and cooperation among nations. This finale showcased the Chamber's ongoing efforts to unite international and local businesses in pursuit of shared growth and success.

Thank you to our Title Sponsors for making this expo a huge success: USA – Bangladesh Business Links, J.P Morgan Chase, Stonebridge Companies, Mishe Health, Brooklyn Nets, OJC, David Energy, New York State Insurance Fund. Our International partners, Korean American Chamber of Commerce, USA. Seethos, Touro University Graduate School of Business, SBA Charles IT, Korean American Association of Greater New York.