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Develop with the Chamber

Develop your professional and business skills in an evolving marketplace.

Our Chamber is dedicated to helping both new and established members grow their businesses through professional development opportunities. Our training programs foster increased productivity, greater commitment and higher levels of success. Our Chamber also brings accomplished regional and national speakers to the area so that members can benefit from their expertise – providing a valuable and affordable learning experience.

Our Chamber recognizes the important role business leaders play in the region's strength, both now and in the future. In order to grow local and relocated talent, we offer leadership development programs, continued education opportunities and economic development partnerships designed to serve specific target groups at all stages of the career path.

ALBANY, N.Y. – May 18, 2026 – Hundreds of volunteers from across the Capital Region came together on Monday, May 18, for 518 Day, a region-wide celebration of service led by the United Way of the Greater Capital Region and presented by CDPHP. The event once again marked the largest coordinated day of volunteerism in the region, supporting dozens…
ALBANY, N.Y. – May 21, 2026 – This Thursday evening, CDPHP and the Hudson-Mohawk Road Runners Club (HMRRC) will welcome 8,000 runners and walkers representing more than 400 area businesses to the 2026 CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge! Road Closures/Parking Restrictions The 3.5-mile race begins on Madison Avenue (at the Empire State Plaza) at 6:25 pm…
Summer Camps and Programs Scholarship The Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO) is offering scholarships to help families pay for summer camps and programs for children in Rensselaer County. Eligible children are ages 4 to 16, with additional opportunities available for youth ages 12 to 16 living in ZIP codes 12180 and 12182. Applications are…
May
20
The 1 Million Cups Monthly Meetings continue throughout 2026 in the Chamber’s second-floor conference room. Held every Wednesday, these gatherings bring…
Wednesday, May 20, from 9:00am - 10:00am
May
21
Join us for a special morning event featuring a light breakfast and networking with fellow attendees. The program includes a panel discussion with Troy…
Thursday, May 21, from 8:00am - 9:30am
Jun
03
Join Us for a Night of Relaxation and Fun!  Escape the hustle and bustle of your workday and unwind with us at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que. Enjoy a relaxed evening…
Wednesday, June 3, from 5:00pm - 7:00pm