During a recent virtual networking session on Zoom, three unexpected “attendees” appeared in my waiting room:

Otter Notetaker

Bob’s Notetaking Service

AI Meeting Assistant

Yes… at a networking event!

Nice to meet you, Otter, Bob, and AI Meeting Assistant.

How can I help you today?

I guess networking isn’t just for humans anymore …

CAREERS
💼 Rochester at Work

Workplace Highlights in Rochester, NY

The Rochester metro area maintained a steady labor market in October 2025, with unemployment at approximately 3.9%, slightly improved from earlier in the year. Private-sector employment grew by an estimated 3,500 jobs, supported by continued strength in education and health services, professional and business services, and hospitality.

🔥 Top Job Postings

• Business Development Executive - Wastewater/Water Disposal at Pentair
  💵 $118K–$220K a year | 📍 Rochester, NY (Apply)

• Experienced In-home Sales Representative 150K-300K at Premier Home Pros
  💵 $150K–$300K a year | 📍 Rochester, NY (Apply)

• Sales Specialist, EAP & Lab Packs at GPAC
  💵 $90K/yr - $140K/yr | 📍 Rochester, NY (Apply)

👀 Top Job Seekers

• Danielle Henning, Human Resources Generalist
  👉 Looking for work |📍Newark, NY  (Profile)

• Reetu Thimmaiah, Research Assistant & Data science
  👉 Actively seeking full time opportunities |📍Rochester, NY (Profile)

• Grace Norton, Retail
  👉 Seeking learning opportunities in psychology |📍East Rochester, NY (Profile)

• Mediation Services needed at NYSED (Link)

• City of Rochester needs Resident Project Representative (RPR) Services Animal Services Kennel Replacements (Link)

• General Construction Services (Link)

• Thayer Hall Demolition and Construction Project Industry Day (Emergency Generator Services (Link)

• Rochester organization interested in with meeting parties interested in purchasing the High Falls Parking Garage (Link)

• Genesee River Debris Mitigation (Link)

• Resident Project Representative Services Genesee Crossroads Park Revitalization (Link)

• MAG campaign boosted by $3 million donation (More)

• RIT’s Hunger Project packs over 30,000 meals for Rochester community and campus food pantry (More)

• How investing in the historic Auditorium Theatre could benefit the Rochester community and beyond (More)

• Simply Crepes grows Thanksgiving giveaway with more donations (More) 

• 2025 Affordable Housing Development & HOME-ARP RFP - The City of Rochester issues a call for proposals from developers and non-profits to increase affordable housing supply (More)

• Developer Plans Affordable Houses for Rochester’s JOSANA Neighborhood - A developer & city collaboration to build ~15 owner-occupied homes in JOSANA. (More)

• City of Rochester Applies for State Grant to Revitalize “Four Corners” Area of Downtown - The city seeks ~$10 million in State funding to transform a central district (More)

• Greater Rochester Chamber Releases Statement on “All-Electric Buildings Act Local business leadership commenting on energy/affordability policy and its impact on community and business development (More)

What are the top challenges of doing business in Rochester?

1. Rising Costs & Inflation – Many local businesses in Rochester are still grappling with higher input costs (materials, labor, transportation) while consumer spending remains stretched.

2. Hiring & Workforce Gaps – Employers across Rochester continue to face shortages of skilled workers, making it difficult to fill roles in manufacturing, healthcare, and tech.

3. Slowing Consumer Demand – With households cutting back on non-essential spending, many Rochester businesses—especially retail and service-based—are experiencing softer sales and longer sales cycles.

Thank you for being part of our Greater Rochester business community!