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Ken Greene is leading the charge into reimagining the 1.1 million square feet of real estate of what used to occupy Sibley's Department Store. And in our non-profit spotlight, Jeff Hoffman from Rochester Childfirst Network gives us an update on one of our oldest organizations - since 1857! 

Chuck Ray from Nazareth College discusses the journey of keeping the show on the road amidst the course of a pandemic. And in our nonprofit spotlight, we feature Lauren Spiker from 13thirty Cancer Connect, a local organization focusing on helping young adults with cancer, lead their best lives.  

Kris Harris and Eric Bruening from Optimax discuss how the company combines technology and good workplace culture practices to create massive success. And in the nonprofit spotlight, Scott Pukos from The Little Theatre discusses their curtains up re-opening strategy as Rochesterians get ready to go out to see movies again! 

Gorbel's Brian Reh is certainly proud of how his company uses technology to make cranes, but he is more excited about how it helps him to lift his teams' spirits at the same time. And on the nonprofit spotlight, Pamela Reed Sanchez gives us an amazing update on The Seneca Park Zoo!

Entre's COO Tony Keefe shares how he's helped to navigate the ship during Covid's unprecedented times by continuing to connect people. And in the non-profit spotlight, we feature Mary Jones from The Verona Street Animal Society.

It's hard for a company to change everything they've known while adapting to the future. But Bob Miller is here to help! And in the non-profit spotlight, Donna Auria and Kate Glaser discuss the amazing things that Make-A-Wish is doing. 

Entre's Peter Kline discusses his experience of working with a company whose data got "kidnapped" and lost everything. And how, he was able to get it back. In our nonprofit spotlight, we feature Foodlink's CEO Julia Tesesco and the amazing work they are doing in the community.

Mark Zupan, President of Alfred University shares how tech has played a huge role in continuing the quality of higher education. And for the nonprofit spotlight, we feature Jaime Saunders, CEO of United Way of Rochester. Learn more about the recent $20 million gift they just received! 

Aaron Fields and Jodi Revill from St. Ann's Community share how they have used technology to bring people and processes together; especially during Covid-19.

Heidi Trost, Founder of Voice+Code explains how technology is minimized when good design and navigation are not a priority. And hear from Alice Calabrese and the latest happenings at Lollypop Farm!

Jeanne Carares, Rochester Institute of Technology's CIO shares her technology journey from Paychex to education to Covid-19.

Andrew Bosco from Ortho Clinical Diagnostics shares how a multi-billion dollar company pivots during a pandemic. And for our nonprofit spotlight, Melinda Merante shares how Gilda's Club of Rochester is supporting Rochestarians with cancer through their journey.

Kimberly Jones and Mike Della Porta from Butler/Till discuss how their response to pandemic has continued to allow them to grow, all while building a new corporate headquarters. And for our Non-Profit Spotlight, Deb Rosen shares how the Bivona Child Advocacy Center is helping thousands of children in our community.

Jenny Holmes from the law firm Nixon Peabody shares the latest on leading data privacy and cybersecurity. And in our Non-Profit Spotlight, learn more about Fostering Hope NY with Judy Neuderfer 

Kim Gaylord, Executive Director of TechRochester, and Holly Dutcher from the C.U.R.E. Childhood Cancer Association share the latest happenings with their organizations.

Wendy Smith, COO of Optimation Technology, Inc and Becky Wehle, President and CEO of Genesee Country Village & Museum share how they continued to survive and thrive during Covid.

Both Bruce Cavallaro from Garlock Sealing Technologies and Patty Leva from Junior Achievement share how they have pivoted their business models as Covid-19 came in to disrupt.

Paul Bornemann and Pat Stack from Entre Computer Services share the tactics cybercriminals use to wreak havoc and what you can to protect yourself. And, we feature Dr. Seanelle Hawkins from the Urban League of Rochester! 

Founded by RIT students, and now carried on by Megan Alchowiak, The Shore Foundation is providing tech solutions to Rochester's underserved population, one computer at a time.

Learn how local tech entrepreneur Aaron Newman and Elizabeth Kingsley Curran, Director of Admissions at East House, are making a huge impact in the lives of people in our community.