
Inside Ballston Spa: A Community Business Forum
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 (8:00 AM - 9:30 AM) (EDT)
Description
This forum will look at area workforce issues and opportunities through the lens of local entrepreneurs and the tourism industry, which has a large impact on businesses in the towns of Ballston Spa and Milton. This is an opportunity to gain valuable insight and interact with area businesses leaders. Join us on Tuesday, May 20th from 8 - 9:30 a.m. at the Milton Community Center to participate in this exciting discussion with our panelists, sponsors, local businesses, and members of the community.
This event is presented by the Chamber of Southern Saratoga County (an affiliate of the Capital Region Chamber) and the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association.
Opening Remarks:
- Pete Bardunias, Sr. Vice President, Community Advancement, Capital Region Chamber
- Representative of Ballston Spa National Bank
- Representative of Ellis Medicine
Moderators - from the Ballston Spa BPA:
- Joshua Parlapiano, WMC Financial Advisor, Northwestern Mutual
- John Shea, Digital Solutions Manager, Townsquare Media
Panelists:
- Doug Ford, VP Public Relations & Purchasing, Curtis Lumber Company
- Lisa Licata, Managing Broker, Sterling Real Estate Group
- Darryl Leggieri, President, Discover Saratoga
- Larry Heid, co-owner, Speckled Pig Brewing
This event is open to the business community as well as residents from Ballston Spa & the surrounding areas. There is no admission fee for registered guests, but we ask that everyone pre-register in advance due to space. A light breakfast will be provided, courtesy of Adirondack Basement Systems.
Please contact Lauren Cognato, Events Manager at lcognato@capitalregionchamber.com with questions.
Presenting Sponsor
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Supporting Sponsors
310 Northline Rd
Ballston Spa, NY 12020 United States