The Long Island Association

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

Attention small business owners! Nominations for the U.S. Small Business Administration's #SmallBusinessWeek awards are open and the deadline is December 5th! Submit your nominations for SBA district & national awards today! Apply now:

Join the LIA Health, Education & Not-For-Profit Committee for a discussion on the challenges & opportunities facing not-for-profits! Hear from local leaders on strategies for sustainable growth, funding, & long-term resilience. Panelists include: Neela Mukherjee Lockel, President & CEO, EAC Network David Okorn, Executive Director, NY Community Trust – Long Island Theresa Regnante, President & CEO, United Way of Long Island Jeffrey L. Reynolds, Ph.D, President & CEO, Family & Children's Association Lauren Wagner, Executive Director, Long Island Arts Alliance These local experts will share practical solutions and insights to help organizations thrive in these challenging times. November 14, 2024 8:30 a.m. Registration 300 Broadhollow Road Melville, NY 11747 Lower Level Free for all LIA members $25 for non-members Register here: https://buff.ly/3CrxUJO

Today is #ElectionDay! Polls are open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Visit the NYS Board of Elections page for more information on where to vote: https://buff.ly/2XuK5gM

The LIA held a Barrels and Business Networking Event at the Twisted Cow Distillery! Attendees enjoyed a special distillery tour and tastings of their amazing products. Proud to support this LOCAL Grant Winner funded by Optimum Business! ?? #SupportLocal #TwistedCow