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Genesis Group (Mid-Year) We continue to witness firsthand the profound impact our programs and initiatives

Report to the Community have had on the lives of those we serve. None of this would be possible without the
support of our donors, sponsors and volunteers. Together, we are creating stronger
Being an optimist, I like to focus on opportunities that connections and lasting change throughout the region.
benefit others. Whether it is staying healthy and being As we enter the month of July, it means we have reached the half-way point of
safe or just doing good to make someone’s day better, it's 2025. While the year is going by fast, the Genesis Group continues to take action and
important for me to make a difference. achieve results.
When it comes to the Genesis Group, our mission is to Here’s a list of some of our accomplishments:
make a difference in the community. We are a civic and • Genesis hosted the 25th Annual Legislative Forum with Elected Officials from
community organization that promotes the Mohawk Herkimer, Madison, Otsego and Oneida counties.
Valley region. We unite business and community leaders
by Raymond J. Durso, Jr., to advance regional, social, and cultural interests. We are • Genesis partnered with the Herkimer County Guidance Association to offer a
President/CEO The Genesis dedicated to adaptive leadership to meet new challenges Career Exploration Program to 1,000 students from 10 schools in Herkimer County
Group Chairman,Chamber and opportunities. with 60 career representatives participating.
Alliance Mohawk Valley As a nonprofit organization focused on community • Genesis partnered with Vernon-Verona-Sherrill CSD to offer a Career Exploration
growth and vitality, we rely on the support of local Program to several hundred students with 50 career representatives participating.
businesses and individuals to help sustain our vital work. • Genesis partnered with First Source Federal Credit Union and WKTV NewsChannel
We also value our regional partners who play a crucial role in empowering us to 2 to present “Teacher Appreciation Week.”
continue serving our community and fulfilling our mission. • Genesis partnered with healthcare organizations in Oneida, Otsego, Madison and
I’m a firm believer that if you want to achieve success…you must have a plan. The Herkimer counties to present the Annual Healthcare Recognition. The event also
Genesis Group has a “Strategic Plan.” Strategic planning is a process in which an included a panel covering the Mental Health Crisis.
organization defines its vision for the future and identifies its goals and objectives. The • Genesis hosts “Our View & Opinion,” an online initiative that offers the opportunity
process includes establishing the sequence in which those goals should be realized so to comment on local issues.
the organization can reach its stated vision. Strategic planning is forward looking. • Genesis hosts “Community Corner,” an online initiative that recognizes
It differs from traditional business planning, which typically focuses on short-term, achievements of area businesses, organizations and individuals.
tactical goals. The following are goals included in the Genesis Group Strategic Plan: • Genesis continues to host Drone Education Camps for area students.
Goal #1 - Organize regional events that will create transformational impacts in the • Genesis partners with Perch Place Consulting to host “Dolly Parton’s Imagination
community. Library” to area school districts.
Goal #2 - Acknowledge and commemorate achievements of local individuals and • Genesis continues to partner with the Chamber Alliance of the Mohawk Valley
organizations. offering forums and events for area Business Leaders.
Goal #3 - Focus the community’s awareness on pertinent issues and opportunities. • Genesis hosts a Grants Program to offer assistance and incentives to area small
Goal #4 - Facilitate and advocate effective collaborations between individuals businesses.
and organizations to foster adaptive growth and transformational community • Genesis has rebranded it’s “Did You Know” initiative offering information about
development. local history.
Goal #5 - Strengthen the organization’s capacity and flexibility to respond to the • Genesis CEO hosts a weekly radio show promoting community leaders and events.
needs of the community, and to be a reliable and trusted voice for the community. “This Week in the Mohawk Valley” runs every Sunday at 9am on WIBX950AM and
92.3FM. The show is also a podcast.
Coming this Fall:
24th Annual Day of Remembrance – September 11
Genesis Group 25th Anniversary Dinner – October 9
Annual Candidates Forum – October 28
19th Annual Celebration of Education – November 20
As we celebrate 25 meaningful years of service to the Mohawk Valley region, the
Genesis Group remains focused on the “community’s agenda.” We look forward to
working with you to continue moving our community forward.

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