First Niagara Bank to Host Chamber After Hours

Chamber members and their guests are invited to explore the vast banking opportunities at First Niagara Bank during the Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, March 25 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.

First Niagara was founded as a community bank more than 139 years ago in Lockport , N.Y. , a suburb of Buffalo , where they remain headquartered. Today, they are a financial services company committed to the same community-oriented philosophy yet we are able to serve a greater number of customers with added products, services and convenience. They offer personal and commercial banking, investment and insurance products primarily through banking centers, ATMs and several financial services subsidiaries throughout New York State . Their customers also have the convenience of advanced telephone and web banking.

First Niagara has achieved tremendous success over the years. Their president and CEO credits their company's success to their people and their culture. Both have given them the ability to grow, adapt and change in a very competitive industry, all while not losing sight of their roots. In the last five years alone they have tripled in size, adding new markets, services and sources of income. They have become a market player in 23 counties, with a workforce of 2000 and 114 branches that span across New York State . First Niagara currently has eight full-service branches in Columbia County .

Business After Hours offer excellent networking opportunities for area business people. All members of the business community are invited to attend this business event. Light refreshments will be provided. There is no cost to attend but guests are encouraged to contact the Chamber at (518) 828-4417 for reservations. The Greenport Branch is located at 160 Fairview Ave. in Hudson .

The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce, with its 850 members, is the leading voice of business in Columbia County , providing advocacy, promotional and benefit solutions for its members. Those seeking more information concerning the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and membership can contact the Chamber at (518) 828-4417 or visit the website at www.columbiachamber-ny.com .