The Long Island Association

Happy Thanksgiving to all Long Islanders! ???? We are grateful for the vibrant communities and businesses that make our island so special. Wishing everyone a season of joy, gratitude, and togetherness. #Thanksgiving #LongIsland #Grateful"

Celebrate the holidays with LIA member East Wind Long Island! Join the Big Little Holiday Party on Friday, December 13th, or book a private celebration for 50+ guests. Don’t miss out on great food, music, and festive fun! ?? Call 631-929-6585 for details and reservations. #LongIsland

Are you a small business, MWBE, or SDVOB looking to expand your opportunities? The Meet the Primes Event is the perfect chance explore upcoming bid opportunities. ?? When: Wednesday, December 4, 2024 ? Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM ?? Where: Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Turnpike Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your business and make valuable connections. Register here: https://buff.ly/49dSl9x #SmallBusinessSupport #MWBE #SDVOB #LongIsland

Experience Local This Holiday Season! Since 1995, LIA member Pal-O-Mine Equestrian has been utilizing horseback riding to facilitate growth, learning, and healing for individuals with disabilities, survivors of trauma, veterans, and other vulnerable populations. ???? Their therapeutic equine programs are changing lives, one stride at a time. ?? Holiday Events: ? J-STEP Holiday Shop: Find unique gifts that support their mission. ? Horticulture Happy Hour: A fun and festive event to celebrate the season! Celebrate the holidays while supporting a cause that makes a difference in the community. ?? pal-o-mine.org When you choose to spend at local small businesses, you help grow Long Island’s economy and strengthen our communities—support local and make a difference today! #ExperienceLocal #SupportSmallBusiness #LongIsland #GivingTuesday #LOCALSmallBusinessGrants

Support Local Businesses This Holiday Season! The Long Island Association (LIA) is proud to represent businesses of all sizes and industries across our region, including the incredible small businesses that contribute so much to our local communities. This holiday season, we’re excited to showcase some of our local small businesses. These businesses are LIA members and some are also recipients of the Optimum L.O.C.A.L Small Business Grants, furthering their impact on Long Island’s economy. Stay tuned over the next few weeks as we highlight our members’ holiday offerings. From unique gift ideas to wellness services and festive events, these businesses have something for everyone. Let’s shop, hire, and experience local this holiday season, because every purchase helps strengthen our community! #SupportSmallBusiness #ShopLocal #ExperienceLocal #HireLocal #LongIslandBusiness

Join the LIA for the 2025 State of the Region Breakfast. Connect with professionals and hear from Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine, who will discuss priorities and initiatives with LIA President & CEO Matt Cohen. Friday, January 10, 2025 Crest Hollow Country Club Learn more: https://buff.ly/3AQBhd6

Last Chance to Register! Join the LIA East End Committee for an event at the Canoe Place Inn & Cottages in Hampton Bays! Our panel will explore key topics critical to the East End’s economy, including transportation, agriculture, and tourism. Panelists include: Rob Carpenter, Long Island Farm Bureau John Ryan Celiberti, United States Golf Association (USGA) 2026 U.S. Open Robert Free, Long Island Rail Road November 21, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. Canoe Place Inn & Cottages 239 E Montauk Hwy. Hampton Bays, NY Don't miss out – register by 12:00 noon tomorrow! https://buff.ly/3ZoUsEp Thank you to the Committee Chairs and Vice Chairs: Kristen Reynolds, CDME Discover Long Island Tora Matsuoka TipTop Hospitality Deirdre O’Connell Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty

The LIA Health, Education, and Not-For-Profit Committee met to discuss Sustainability & Growth Strategies for nonprofits on Long Island. It was an inspiring and productive panel where they explored innovative solutions to strengthen the sustainability and growth of nonprofit organizations in our community. Panelists included: Neela Lockel, EAC Network David Okorn, The New York Community Trust - Long Island Theresa Regnante, United Way of Long Island Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds, Family & Children's Association Lauren Wagener, Long Island Arts Alliance A special thank you to our Committee Chairs and Vice Chairs, who also played a key role in moderating this engaging discussion: Paule Pachter, Long Island Cares, Inc | The Harry Chapin Food Bank Kim Cline, Long Island University Eleen Labita, Baker Tilly US Dr. Patrick O’Shaughnessy, President & CEO, Catholic Health Together, we're building a stronger, more sustainable nonprofit sector on Long Island! #Sustainability #CommunityImpact #GrowthStrategies

Congratulations to Stacey Sikes, Vice President of Government Affairs and Communications at the Long Island Association, being recognized tonight by Schnep's Media as a 'Power Woman Long Island'! Your leadership and dedication is truly inspiring.

On this Veterans Day, the LIA honors the courageous men and women for their bravery and service to protect our freedom. Let’s take a moment to honor & support our local heroes. Thank you for your service! U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: https://www.va.gov/ Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency: https://buff.ly/3UCFlnR Nassau County Veterans Service Agency: https://buff.ly/4fhrsnl